L'Hotel In Pietra

A 3-star hotel in a 13th-century church carved into the rock in Sasso Barisano, Matera, with whirlpool suites and a bar.

Why people love it

• Suite 1003. Several guests praise it: a private terrace, a whirlpool tub, a four-poster bed and city views.
• The building. It is a former church, and guests describe rooms carved from rock, with a mini stone pool in one bathroom.
• Staff. Francesco explained the history of Matera on arrival, and Roberto is named for his help. Guests describe a friendly reception.
• Breakfast. Guests call it excellent, with local products. One guest noted there was no fresh orange juice.

The worst thing guests say

Humidity and odor come up in four reviews: June 2020, August 2021, April 2025, and September 2025. A guest in April 2025 reported ants in the bed and a humidity smell. A September 2025 guest rated it 3 stars for an unpleasant odor in the bathroom and low shower pressure. In the 20 most recent reviews, from January to October 2026, every rating is 5 stars.

Insider tips

• Room 1009 is a little far from reception but has a big view, according to a July 2026 guest.
• Guests used a paid garage in the new town, about 25 euros a day. Ask the hotel which one it recommends.
• Ask about humidity when you book a half-cave room.

How we rated this: Google rating 4.7 from 415 reviews. We read the newest and the lowest-rated guest reviews (20 recent guest reviews with text) and set aside reviews from restaurant or bar visitors who did not stay. Address: Via S. Giovanni Vecchio, 22, 75100 Matera MT.