Sassi Hotel

Matera


Established in 1996 (making it the first hotel in the sassi), the Sassi Hotel is set in a rambling edifice dating in parts to the 16th century. Some of the 35 rooms are set into the rock, and some built above it. Singles are smallish but doubles are gracefully furnished and those with balconies have superb views of the cathedral.


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3. Cathedral

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7. Convento di Sant'Agostino

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