Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA

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Luxury
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5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Light, stone, and water in Matera

At Aquatio, ancient tuff walls meet fluid, edgeless white furnishings inspired by a single drop of water. Lighting rises from the floor to sculpt the cave-like volumes into a theatrical, intimate mood. A relaxed lounge bar sets the evening pace with cocktails and aperitifs, while the underground wellness center draws guests into restored chambers for a deeply atmospheric reset.

  • Subterranean wellness ritual

    A 500-square-meter underground spa with hammams, saunas, and massages for one or two.

  • Dining with a sense of place

    La Dispensa spotlights Basilicata flavors with gourmet Lucanian recipes and regional wines.

  • Stay in the heart of the Sassi

    Set in the center of Matera’s UNESCO-listed Sassi di Matera cave districts.

Amenities

  • Heated cave-set infinity pool in rock
  • Sensory showers in recovered ancient cisterns
  • Tufa-carved lounge beds for deep relaxation
  • Candlelit courtyard dinners under the stars
  • Private terraces for sunset dining in-room
  • Complimentary cave-setting breakfast with pastries
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Room options

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern bedroom with a white bed, a stone wall, and a built-in fireplace.

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A modern bedroom with a stone arch, a large bed, a white chair, and a small table.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A modern bedroom with a white bed, a stone wall, and a built-in fireplace.

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Matera, Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA is in the historical district. Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches and Casa Grotto di Vico Solitario are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Alta Murgia National Park and Ginosa Ravine. Visit our Matera travel guide
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Via Conche, Matera, MT, 75100

What's nearby

  • A historic town with a prominent church tower and a cathedral with a spire.
    Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Piazza San Pietro Caveoso
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casa Grotto di Vico Solitario
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Church of San Pietro Caveoso
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cathedral of Matera
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Matera Centrale Railway Station
    16 min walk
  • Gravina Station
    30 min drive

Restaurants

  • I Vizi degli Angeli
    3 min walk
  • Caffè Lanfranchi
    3 min walk
  • Regia Corte
    5 min walk
  • Pane&pomodoro
    1 min walk
  • Zipa Café
    3 min walk

About this property

Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA

  • Luxury hotel near Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches
  • Viewpoint of Matera and the Sassi is located near Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA, which provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Indulge in a massage at Aquatio Spa, the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Bike rentals, luggage storage, and massage treatment rooms
    • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Concierge services, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
    • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, cribs/infant beds, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (EUR 40 per day), from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM; reservations required
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property will place a credit card authorization equal to the full cost of stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 9 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 7.0 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 40 per day (4921 ft away; open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 7.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT077014A102322001

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Frequently asked questions

Is Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA?

As of Oct 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA on Nov 8, 2026 start from $214, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 AM.

What time is check-out at Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA located?

Situated in the historical district, this luxury hotel is steps from Sassi and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches, Church of Saint Lucia alle Malve, and La Raccolta delle Acque. National Museum of Medieval and Modern Art of Basilicata and Matera Olive Oil Museum are just steps away. Matera Centrale Railway Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & SPA Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 571 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 669 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique stay at this hotel One must experience Great rooms great staff great food and beverages Uniquely positioned in the town easy to walk around Make sure you have hotel arrange a tuk tuk tour of the city Weather was wet and cold but did not deter us from having a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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You will not be disappointed if you book this hotel..just do it!! The experience is amazing, the staff friendly and helpful, the food in the restaurant amazing. The room itself was so cool and we even had a little surprise when we opened a door and it was a whole other lounge area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a suite that was one of the rooms that were directly inside of the main part and it was absolutely stunning. I was a little unsure at first of staying in a cave being claustrophobic, but our room had 2 sets of windows and it was perfect The spa is exactly how it looks in the pictures. The staff couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! The hotel was spotless, the room was comfortable, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Breakfast was delicious with a great variety of options, and the spa was clean, relaxing, and a perfect place to unwind. The location was also excellent. We highly recommend this hotel and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Our room was very cool, it was such a neat experience. The breakfast servers absolutely made our morning, they were fantastic. The property was right in the center of everything. I would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This stunning cave hotel with its spa facilities was a unique experience and we shall both remember this place for a long time! Its location was excellent allowing us to explore the wonders of Matera and we loved relaxing in the spa We found an amazing restaurant called Amoro in the main square which was only a 5 minute walk from our hotel. The food and service were excellent. The staff at the hotel were friendly and very helpful also. I would recommend staying here ! Thank you Matera !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was definitely a splurge for us but I highly recommend it. Very well located near restaurants, the duomo, and other shopping areas. Staff were fantastic and the free spa access (60 mins) that comes with booking is excellent. Although they don't have parking on site, there is a paid parking lot a 5 min walk away for approx 10 Euros per day. The hotel provided that information and were extremely helpful. Our room featured a cave room and walls and was so well maintained. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel with very attentive and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is spectacular. Such an awesome experience. Everyone was incredibly helpful, the location is great. A shuttle drove us from the car park and picked us up. The room was excellent, we were upgraded to a deluxe suite which was amazing. The only comment I have is that there was no door between the toilet and the bed. Thankfully we had this cool little tunnel to a room in the cave with some chairs where one of us would wait if the other needed to ‘go’. I would absolutely stay again the hotel is part of an amazing matera experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Generally good, just the following observations: 1, wifi in our room is very weak, close to none. Sure it is a cave but we also stayed in another luxury cave hotel in Matera and their WiFi was superb. 2, for this price even including the SPA facikity, we expect just a bit more or lower price. 3, we booked a suite but the suite we had was slightly different from the one we saw on the Internet, both the hotel's and Expedia's. There was only one chair in our suite, and we were travelling as two, so..... This goes back to point 2, taking everything into account for this price, the hotel has not exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Incredible spa facilities and well situated location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The temperature of our room was not proper for sleeping but the staff were very helpful and were able to relocate us. Not ideal and sort of an inconvenience but it worked out so thank you guys!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and customer service in an outstanding location. Will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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In my opinion this hotel is excellent. Very clean and comfortable and in a good location.
The Entrance to the hotel
Our bedroom
The spa
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa and underground pool and sauna/steam room is wonderful and you get an allocated hour pre booked. Rooms are stylish and slept well. Shower room tiles were slippery when wet take care, ask for a shower mat which they will drop off.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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The staff and food were excellent. Air conditioning does not work well. We had to change rooms but air temperature in the room was always above 23.5 degrees Celsius. Very uncomfortable, specially at night. Don’t book during the summer, specially August. They gave us the run around regarding the AC because they know it doesnt go below 23.5. Otherwise it is a wonderful and beautiful hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This is truly a special hotel. The staff are friendly, professional and helpful. The restaurant is excellent for dinner- ate there twice. Excellent breakfast included. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Simply amazing! The whole staff was effective while very friendly. The hotel is beautiful and the staff helped us make my mom’s 80th bday celebration super special! The spa was equally amazing and the massage was one of the best I’ve had! I’d definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We found Hotel Aquatio to be a unique and truly special place — a perfect blend of luxury, history, and thoughtful modern design. The architecture and cave interiors are stunning, and every corner feels carefully considered. The service was exceptional throughout our stay. Everyone we met — from reception to the spa team, the restaurant staff, and even the cleaners — was consistently friendly, warm, and genuinely helpful. It made the whole stay feel relaxed and welcoming. The spa and pool were a real highlight. Swimming in the atmospheric cave pool was unforgettable — calming, beautiful, and unlike anything we’ve experienced before. Overall, Aquatio is a luxurious, beautifully designed hotel with outstanding service and a truly memorable atmosphere. We loved our stay and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The hotel itself is spectacular and staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place to stay and a great spa too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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great hotel with a good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful spa!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely superb family stay at Aquatico.. perfect in every way. location Superb a must stay at a must visit location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, stunning rooms, perfect location

Great hotel, stunning rooms… perfect location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025