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Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA

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9.2/10 on 1052 reviews

 

- 16 rooms - Historical building - score: 9.2, from 1052 review/s

 

 

Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA – The Hidden Luxury in Matera's Sassi

The Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA is a refined 5-star hotel located in the heart of the Sasso Caveoso of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Known as a "scattered hotel" or "albergo diffuso", it develops along a rocky ridge in the Conche district, an agglomeration of ancient cave dwellings dating back to the 13th century. Water, the unifying and sculpting element of the rock, is central to the concept of this structure, which combines the millennial history of the Sassi with a contemporary and functional design by Architect Simone Micheli.

35 Rooms and Suites Carved into Tuff with Luxury Design

The hotel offers 35 accommodations, including Deluxe Rooms, Suites, and Superior Suites, some entirely created within ancient tuff caves (replicating the original cave-houses) and others built in masonry with wooden roofs. Each accommodation is a tribute to the Lucanian identity: the furnishings are fluid, minimal, and modern, harmoniously contrasting with the exposed natural stone walls. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, minibar, safe, Smart TV, and free Wi-Fi, offering a refuge of comfort and luxury.

500sqm SPA with Heated Pool Buried in the Rock

The centerpiece of Aquatio is its exclusive 500 sqm SPA, a sanctuary of well-being entirely carved into the rock. The circuit includes an evocative heated indoor infinity pool, also excavated in the tuff, a sauna, Turkish bath (hammam), emotional showers, and a hydromassage tub. Recovered old cisterns have been transformed into showers and relaxation areas. The centre also offers beauty treatments, single and couple massages, and a herbal tea corner for a total regeneration experience. Access to the SPA is limited and by reservation (often with a complimentary hour included per stay).

“La Dispensa di Aquatio” Restaurant: Local Cuisine and Outdoor Courtyard

The gastronomic offering is managed by the “La Dispensa di Aquatio” Restaurant, which proposes high cuisine blending the flavors of Lucanian culinary tradition with innovative techniques. Breakfast, rich in sweet and savory options, is included and can be served buffet-style (or in-room). The dining room extends into a splendid outdoor courtyard dating back to the 13th century, delimited by arches and buttress walls, offering the opportunity for a candlelit dinner in a unique historic setting. The hotel also features a Lobby Bar & Lounge and a 50-seat meeting room.

Facilities & Features Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA

  • General:
  • Air conditioning,
  • Airport shuttle,
  • Designated smoking area,
  • Elevator,
  • Family rooms,
  • Heating,
  • Non-smoking rooms,
  • Room service,
  • Shuttle service,
  • Smoke-free property,
  • Wake-up service,
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Activities:
  • Bicycle rental,
  • Cycling,
  • Hiking,
  • Themed dinners
  • Room Amenities:
  • Clothes rack,
  • Socket near the bed
  • Bathroom:
  • Bathrobe,
  • Bathtub or shower,
  • Bidet,
  • Free toiletries,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Private bathroom,
  • Shower,
  • Toilet,
  • Toilet paper
  • Media & Technology:
  • Flat-screen TV,
  • Telephone
  • Food & Drink:
  • Bar,
  • Breakfast in the room,
  • Coffee house on site,
  • Kids' meals,
  • Restaurant,
  • Snack bar,
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Internet:
  • Internet
  • Outdoors:
  • Outdoor furniture,
  • Terrace
  • View:
  • City view,
  • Landmark view
  • Bedroom:
  • Alarm clock,
  • Walk-in closet,
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Accessibility:
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Pool and wellness:
  • Foot bath,
  • Massage,
  • Massage chair,
  • Sauna,
  • Spa,
  • Spa facilities,
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area,
  • Spa/Wellness packages,
  • Steam room,
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Reception services:
  • 24-hour front desk,
  • Baggage storage,
  • Concierge,
  • Express check-in/out,
  • Lockers,
  • Tour desk
  • Entertainment and family services:
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Cleaning services:
  • Daily housekeeping,
  • Dry cleaning,
  • Ironing service,
  • Laundry,
  • Suit press
  • Business facilities:
  • Fax/Photocopying,
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Safety & security:
  • 24-hour security,
  • Fire extinguishers,
  • Key access,
  • Key card access,
  • Safe,
  • Security alarm,
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety features:
  • Access to healthcare professionals,
  • Face masks for guests available,
  • First aid kits available,
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas,
  • Process in place to check health of guests,
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed,
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities,
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Physical distancing:
  • Cashless payment available,
  • Contactless check-in/out,
  • Mobile app for room service,
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cleanliness & disinfecting:
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays,
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning,
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay,
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines,
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies,
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Food & drink safety:
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized,
  • Breakfast to-go containers,
  • Delivered food covered securely,
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation,
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

 

This room features modern furnishing, air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV. The bathroom includes bathrobes and slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Guests can enjoy free 60-minute access to the spa per person per stay.


This air-conditioned spacious suite features modern furnishing. It comes with a satellite flat-screen TV and a mini-bar. The bathroom includes bathrobes and slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Guests can enjoy free 60-minute access to the spa per person per stay.


Terms and conditions of booking Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA

Check In / Check Out

  • Check-in from 15:00
  • Check-in from 15:00

Transfers to / from Airport

The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.
Charges may apply.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra beds

Children of all ages are allowed.
1 child (up to and including 2 years old) stays for € 7 per child per night when using available cribs.
1 child (up to and including 2 years old) stays for free when using available extra beds.
The maximum number of extra beds is 1.
The maximum number of cribs is 1.
The maximum number of guests is 3.

Conditions and cancellation policy

Please select the arrival and departure date

 

Overall Impression 9.2

All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!

Score breakdown

Comfort 9.2 / 10

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Courtesy 9.2 / 10

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Leisure 9.2 / 10

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