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Everything about it was brilliant, the location was fantastic, it was clean and Tina the host was fantastic

Stayed in August 2025

The location was in the centre of old town. About 20min walk from the central station. Beautiful cave home that is tastefully decorated by Tina. Its very spacious and spot clean. She is welcoming and spent time to explain the attraction points to us. Restaurants she recommended are also very authentic and nice. She also prepared a lot of food, fresh fruits, pastry from the local bakers. I highly recommend to anyone who is travelling to this beautiful old town of Matera.

Stayed in June 2025

There is nothing to dislike.

The property was right in the centre. Tina was an amazing host. She is really accommodating and very helpful. I would highly recommend the property to anyone considering visiting Matera. The apartment is in one word outstanding.

Stayed in February 2025

I don't see how anything could have been better.

It was awesome, great experience, and the host was very detailed about everything. She left us plenty of breakfast items, coffee, snacks, pastries. She is very thoughtful about everything, just amazing, and we were just amazed.

Stayed in November 2024

Very welcoming and helpful with recommendations and restaurant bookings. Perfect central location and homely decor. Generous breakfast included. Felt like a home from home in Italy.

Stayed in October 2024

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Everything! From being a great location, beautifully decorated with all amendities (and more). Tina was such a caring and gracious host. Thank you for making our stay so memorable!

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing!

I picked the perfect place to celebrate my Birthday. Thank you Tina. Everything was wonderful. The beds are incredibly comfortable.

Stayed in October 2024

Beautiful apartment in the heart of the old town, amazing location. Our host, Tina, was so friendly and welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. The apartment was wonderfully equipped with lots of thoughtful touches which made our stay even more special.

Stayed in October 2024

The accommodation was amazing. The room was beautifully decorated and homely. It was also exceptionally clean and tidy. The host had provided complementary cakes, biscuits, pastries, yogurt, nespresso, condiments etc. Bathrobes, slippers, towels, soap and other toiletries were provided. The host met us on arrival at the accommodation and was very helpful and friendly. They provided us with taxi contacts, maps and suggestions of things we could do locally.

Stayed in October 2024

Our hostess, Tina was exceptional. The place was beautiful and well stocked for our two nights stay. She was very accommodating with our late check-in, which was incredibly helpful. It’s a charming location close to everything there is to do in Matera. We look forward to staying here again for our next trip to Matera.

Stayed in September 2024

Be careful the city is cobbles need good foot wear as super slippy. Also you can’t drive your car into the historical centre from after 10am so be careful. The owner advised on email but being busy hadn’t read :(.. we rocked up after 10am and await the penalty charge.

Just beautiful dreamy romantic cave.The location super central up the stairs to the coolest bar ZIpa . Can’t fault everything catered for and more !!!! How accommodation should be !!!!

Stayed in September 2024

Nothing.

Such a lovely space; Tina has made it inviting, welcoming and so warm!

Stayed in May 2024

I loved everything.

I loved everything about this property. The owner, Tina, thought of everything. We had food in the refrigerator, food on the table, snacks, treats, bottled water, slippers, robes, extra towels, and I could go on forever. All the amenities you need in a lovely home with the charm you would expect for a home in Matera. You get a sense of life long ago but with comfort. You can’t go wrong here. It is now on my list of top ten places in the world.

Stayed in May 2024

The location perfect for wandering around Matera. Host Tina was very nice and helpful in any situation, always available on whatsapp. The accommodation is really beautiful and very nice decorated and clean. There was offered stuff for breakfast, cookies, lemon cake even if we didn't hire accommodation with breakfast. A lot of kitchen equipment, the whole place very spacious. A little patio outside offers you a nice place to have your coffee or breakfast. We really enjoyed the stay.

Stayed in May 2024

We loved everything.

Tina, the host, welcomed us, at the door. She is one of the most amazing people we have met. Her cookies, and all the little extra goodies, were a lovely touch. The house, in the heart of Matera, was spotless and we felt like we were in our little castle. Tina was extremely helpful. We will sure return.

Stayed in February 2024

We appreciated the cleanliness, the decor of the place, the location. The apartment is very well stocked for everything you may need, and the owner is very helpful and welcoming.

Stayed in October 2023

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What not to like? A real, beautiful, well-located grotto experience in the heart of Matera’s historic old town. The accommodation is beyond stunning, both inside and outside. Our stay in Matera was full of zen, magic, love, and beauty. Also Tina, the host, was most gracious and generous. She filled the house with fresh traditional cookies, focaccia, cake, and much more. It felt like we arrived at grandma’s:) We will be recommending to friends and family to stay here whenever they visit Matera.

Stayed in October 2023

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Tina was such a wonderful hostess! We love staying in her cave house. Everywhere you looked it exuded charm and warmth! Tina had foccica bread for us, lemon cake, water and all the condiments if you wanted to cook.. She reconfirmed our city Ape tour and called a taxi for us when we left..

Stayed in September 2023

Tina is an exceptional host. From her warm welcome, including explanations of how everything worked, help with a taxi to and from the bus station and for a half day visit to Alberobello, to a local guide, were all part of the package she provided. The location of Il Tempo Retrivato, a cave apartment, beautifully renovated with everything you need, is outstanding! Easy walking distance to the historic centre, dining options and location, location, location.

Stayed in September 2023

nothing，perfect!

This unique cave-themed boutique stay embodies a sense of comfort that greets you the moment you open the door, almost prompting a joyful exclamation! The thoughtful decor, along with the array of amenities, and the friendly yet elegant assistance from Tina, all contribute to a perfect experience. My husband and I are even tempted to extend our stay for a few more weeks! Despite being located in the heart of the ancient city, the convenience of reaching various attractions is matched by the serene environment, free from the hustle and bustle of crowds. Parking outside the historic city is easy and reasonably priced. Having stayed in around ten different guesthouses and hotels during our five-week journey through Italy, this one definitely stands out as a favorite – a genuine thumbs-up! The rooms are adorned with charming items and decorations, as well as books and art albums that tell the story of Matera's history – all of which are worth exploring. We appreciate the fresh bedding; it's so clean and comfortable that we enjoyed a restful night's sleep every night! Should we find ourselves in Matera again, we wouldn't hesitate to choose Tina's guesthouse once more. With its ancient and mysterious atmosphere, Matera feels like leaving the Earth's surface and landing on the moon. Your beauty will forever remain in our memories.

Stayed in August 2023

The house is in a great location within the old town. It wS clean and comfortable. Tina the host left lots of bread, cake, water, coffee etc which were lovely.

Stayed in May 2023

There is no parking in Old Town but our host told us where we could park securely for around 10 euros per day, just be aware that if you have a 2 day stay and leave on the 3rd they will charge you 30 euros. Our host also offered to organise a taxi for us but we chose to walk. Difficult walk for someone with a disability and if this is you, take up the offer of a taxi from your host. With the actual property, there was nothing not to like! Oh and on holiday weeks, be careful to check restaurants are open, Altiera cafe were open (wonderful food) and looked after us but most restaurants were closed one of the nights we were there.

The property was everything and more than we expected. The location was centrally located with easy walks to all the wonderful and was well stocked with food, some drinks and snacks. Our host was lovely and made sure that we were comfortable and was only a text msg away. leaving the property was easy also and we received instructions were we could place the keys. The Bathroom was excellent and plenty of towels, shampoo and conditioner. 100% recommend.

Stayed in November 2022

We can't think of anything.

A beautiful cave apartment in a great location. Tina our host kept in touch on our journey to help guide us & were warmly welcomed by her to a gorgeous apartment with great facility's, very clean & spacious. Tina went through places to see & visit with maps & information, we were also supplied with some lovely breakfast supplies. Would love to come back & visit Matera again & this apartment would be at the top of the list.

Stayed in October 2022

That we had to leave!!

The property is immaculately clean and the owner has thought of everything that you may possibly need and more. Tina, the owner is fantastic and takes such great care of you. We hated to leave!

Stayed in October 2022