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Stayed in May 2024

The location is quite far from Sassi di Matera, hence it took us quite a walk to reach up. However, the old town of Matera is magical, especially where the hotel is.

Spending a night in this room is like another adventure. It is situated in a very very quiet area.

Stayed in April 2024

2nd room and shower in same room. There is a note that they provide bicycle rental at extra cost- when asked about it, this service was not available

Location- a cross between cave and apartment - very close to Tibetan bridge. Breakfast was good. Excellent self check In information given

Stayed in May 2024

All was good. Gianni was an excellent host. We learnt a lot about Matera through his profound knowledge and love of the place. Thank you, Gianni! P.s: we stayed 3 nights, the bare minimum to visit this wonderful place.

Stayed in April 2024

Would have liked a kettle and a microwave.

Good location, comfortable and clean. Nice views and easy access to bus. Host helped as much as anyone could ask for.

Stayed in April 2024

I travel alot this is a Great place. AMAZING!!!

Stayed in April 2024

Amazing place to stay in the Sassi!!! I recommend this 100% and if I return to the Sassi, which I hope to do, I will stay here again. Gianni is so kind as well as the other staff and the other visitors.

Stayed in March 2024

Splendida location

Stayed in December 2023

The host was amazing. Gianni is passionate and knowledgable about Matera's history and nature. He grew up there and is deeply connected to the place. He is also a guide in the national park. So much fascinating information that really deepened our experience.

Stayed in November 2023

Would have been nice to have coffee and tea facilities otherwise perfect

Perfect location close to every thing sassi bus took us direct to our accommodation

Stayed in November 2023

That we had to leave !

We loved everything about Il Carrubo. Being in this amazing accommodation is something truly special. The owners were great and very quick to respond to messages and give really clear instructions pre arrival. They also served an amazing breakfast each morning.

Stayed in October 2023

The room is small but was perfect for my husband and I.

The room is situated within a large rock. The location is in the Sassi. People with walking disability may have a hard time with the steps needed to climb to reach the office and rooms. The owner, Johnnie spoke very little English but he was very kind to pick us up outside the Sassi since our driver couldn’t get us there.

Stayed in September 2023

We loved this place and can't think of any drawbacks - as with all Matera, bear in mind the steps and potentially slippery surface should it rain! Highly recommended!!

If you're staying in Matera, you have to stay in a rock house! Il Carrubo has been really tastefully renovated and brought up to current standards. Excellent bathroom/shower, spotlessly clean, lovely bed linen & towels, really comfortable bed and a quiet location convenient for the shuttle bus which stops right outside the property (you can't bring cars into the historic town). Our bedroom - and one other - are not in the main part of the house - these were probably store houses - but a short flight of steps takes you down to the front gate with reception and breakfast area/terrace with lovely views over the gorge. Breakfast was perfect for us - Matera bread on offer too - and great coffee! This is not a hotel as such with a constantly manned reception but we had a WhatsApp number to contact the owner should we have any issues (which we didn't once installed) and although he doesn't speak English, we managed with texts and Google! He very kindly rescued us from the car park outside the old city as we found there were 3 in the recommended area - one at 5 euros/hour, another at 1 euro/hour and finally a free one where thankfully we were able to park. If you stay here and you're driving, do be sure to think about parking and check where exactly to go.

Stayed in September 2023

It was clean, comfortable, air conditioned and had a lovely bathroom. Our host was informative and friendly. The breakfast was delicious.

Stayed in August 2023

Nestled at the very top of Matera, you'll find the Il Carrubo residenza Walk&Stay B&B. It's important to note that you can't drive directly to the B&B with your own car. However, there's a parking garage just a 15-minute walk away, making it convenient to stroll through Matera to reach the B&B. A word of caution: the tiles can be quite slippery. While sneakers manage well, leather sandals can be a bit treacherous. The room itself was beautifully designed, with comfortable beds and a spacious bathroom. The breakfast was simple yet delicious. Above all, the hospitality upon arrival was truly warm and welcoming. Highly recommended for a genuine Matera experience!

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing, everything was great.

The owner and staff shared with us their vast knowledge and passion for the culture and history of Sassi di Matera as well their personal connections to the region which was very moving. The space is very located, quiet, comfortable, clean and easily accessible by bus. The recommended for parking was also helpful. We very much enjoyed our stay. Thank you!!

Stayed in August 2023

Nothing, everything was spot on!

Everything! Specially Gianni’s information!

Stayed in July 2023

Leaking air conditioner

Location and terrace

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing! It was great. Cleaned every day, cool and comfortable..

Great location. You could get around the old city on foot to all of the popular locations but still be in place that is quite enough for a peaceful nights sleep. Gianni and Angela were wonderful hosts. Angela kept up-to-with our arrival on a heavily delayed train which got us in very late. Couldn’t wish for more!

Stayed in June 2023

Very nice staff. Clean and comfortable.

Stayed in June 2023

I liked everything but wi-fi in the lower floor room was difficult- of course, we were in a cave! perhaps a kettle for tea etc would also be nice.

Such a beautiful labour of love! The room was superbly presented - authentic caveso with modern comforts so sensitively achieved. Location was exceptional as were Gianni and his fabulous receptionist and breakfast host extraordinaire, Angela. She answered sooo many of our questions. I would happily return to this incredible property.

Stayed in June 2023

Cramped bathroom, with no door separating the combined bathroom/second bedroom and the main bedroom

Great location, friendly staff

Stayed in June 2023

we LOVED the accomodation. location perfect, rooms comfortable, and staff excellent. wish we booked for more than 3 nights!

Stayed in May 2023

Just perfect. Angela and Gianni went above and beyond.

Stayed in May 2023