Sant’Angelo Matera

Set amid the time-carved stones of magical Matera, Sant’ Angelo Matera promises an Italian escape like no other. At its every window, views unfold over centuries-old churches. While outside, staircases and labyrinthine alleyways invite exploration and adventure. Here you can bookend your day with an al-fresco breakfast overlooking the limestone sassi, and a cosy dinner within the otherworldly caves. 

Sant’ Angelo Matera’s bedrooms are as unique as the hotel itself. Pick a Sant’ Angelo room for a blend of tradition with modern touches – and stand-out views of Piazza Pietro Caveoso. Rooms of Le Residenze are imaginatively built into the curved sassi Read more[SPLIT]Read lessthemselves, so you can literally touch history from the comfort of your bed. While La Torre is a strikingly contemporary two bedroom apartment at the foot of Madonna dell’Idris rock – complete with mini-spa and breathtaking views. 

When it comes to dining, eat beneath the summer sky at destination restaurant Regia Corte, enjoying creative, traditionally inspired dishes with a twist, and an awe-inspiring view across the sassi from its terrace. Or below the stones at intimate Più Sud, tucking into pizza in the caves. Beyond eating, Sant’ Angelo Matera invites you to immerse yourself in its unique home. Get your hands floury and explore the region’s roots through its traditional recipes with a pizza or pasta making masterclass. While expertly guided walks will give you a glimpse of life in its ancient neighbourhoods. Or you can save your legs and explore aboard a vintage Piaggio Ape Calessino or Vespa. Just don’t forget your helmet – and a silk scarf for full ‘Roman Holiday’ effect.