The Hotel Sassi (sassi means caves) is actually built on multiple levels into former cave homes in Matera. There are many steps, so if that is a concern, think twice. The rough rock-hewn walls are atmospheric. The hotel is fairly no-frills. There are great views across the valleys and up the hill to the Cathedral. The weather was warm and the room was quite warm. The AC cannot be set lower than 23 C and in fact the room temp never got below 24 C, which is too warm for sleeping. They did bring a fan at my request. There was a good strong shower, and a min-fridge. There is no safe in the room. Breakfast was quite nice, no hot food but extensive, varied and interesting choices, and cappuccino was served quickly at the bar.
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