We stayed at Le Dodici Lune for four nights the last week of October. Three of us (2 Canadians and one Brit from Wales) shared one big room and we had the best time. Very tasteful, modern restoration with minimal changes to the original cave. Exceptionally clean and comfortable. The staff were all very friendly, gracious and helpful. Breakfast was... More

We just got back from a lovely trip in Matera and this cute hotel set right at the centre helped made our experience. The rooms are set into the rocks of Sassi and gives you the true cave experience. They were also very clean. The central garden was absolutely gorgeous. Dinner was fantastic -although on the salty side for my... More

Magical spacious cave room - see photos. Tranquil setting in the centre of the old city. Helpful English speaking host. Breakfast adequate but less than generous. More

If you agree a B&B should offer a good room and a great breakfast you'll find at "Le Dodici lune" a room well over your wildest expectation, but get prepared for a disappointing, poor breakfast (it is so even for the - low - italian standards). Our room (a three-beds one) was an enormous typical Matera cave ("sassi")and tastefully decorated.... More

We just returned from a 6 week driving tour through Southern Italy. Matera was one of our favourite cities, and Le Dodice Lune was one of our favourite places to stay. The hotel is located right in the Sassi, and the rooms, although modern, with all amenities, are created from caves cut out of the rock. The owner. Giuseppi, spoke... More