Boutique Hotel Palazzo Viceconte in Matera
Enjoy the aristocratic palazzo with amazing views over the old city
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 Style Old-school charm
 Setting Aristocratic 'palazzo'
 Why visit us Our breathtaking views
 Price from  €130/night

Palazzo Viceconte is a boutique hotel in the old center of Matera, near the Cathedral, in the highest part of the city. The location is excellent to explore Matera on foot and to enjoy stunning views over the Sassi. The palace was recently renovated to host 14 suites and large rooms. 

You will be redirected to the hotel website to book with no fee/commission

THE HOTEL: Boutique Hotel Palazzo Viceconte is hosted in a beautiful historic building that has been tastefully converted into an elegant hotel.  There are charming public areas, including a pleasant 18th-century courtyard. The beautiful staircase reaches the living rooms on the first floor with their original terracotta tiles, frescoed ceilings, and features antique pieces of furniture and a collection of old paintings. In this palace, you will find everything you would dream about!

THE OWNER: The hotel is run by the local Viceconte family and professional and very friendly staff, always at hand to help you get the best out of your trip. They can shares touring ideas and also book English speaking local guides to explore the city.

THE ROOMS: The 14 rooms and suites are furnished with local antique pieces in a baroque style. All the rooms are air-conditioned and have mini-bars and Wi-Fi. Some overlook the internal courtyard while others offer magnificent views over the Sassi and the natural archaeological park of the rupestrian churches of Matera.

THE FOOD: Generous buffet breakfast with freshly baked cakes, salami, cheeses, and fruits is served in the magnificent frescoed living room.

THE ICING ON THE CAKE: There is a roof terrace with a breathtaking view of the Sassi and the old center, the best view you can get in the city. If you are organizing a wedding or a special event, this is the right location!

LOCATION: Palazzo Viceconte is located in the old center of Matera, near the Cathedral. It is an excellent base to walk and explore the city.

WHAT TO SEE AND DO: Take the stairs leading down to the Sassi and explore the impressive cave homes where people used to live until only 60 years ago! Old Matera is divided into 4 areas (one of them is still closed to tourists and used as set for movies) and it takes 3 hours to be explored. The city hosts 150 frescoed churches and thousands of houses excavated into the rocks where people and animals used to live together. Visit the Casa-Grotta and then reach the baroque Cathedral decorated with marble and gold. Then go hiking to the 'Parco Murgia Timone' and explore the ancient churches perched on the Gravina's cliff. Visit the abandoned city of Craco (1 hour by car) which has become a popular filming location. Explore the Val d'Itria visiting Alberobello, Castellana Caves, Locorotondo, Martina Franca (1-2 hours away).  Enjoy a wine degustation and take a cooking class to learn to prepare the popular Matera bread.

GOOD TO KNOW: Due to construction in the city, GPS is not a reliable way to find the hotel. Call ahead and the staff will guide you step by step. There is also parking nearby.

You will be redirected to the hotel website to book with no fee/commission

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