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Vetera Matera
Matera, Basilicata, Italy · Independent · Core Luxury
The owners of Sorrento's Bellevue Syrene spent eight years restoring cave dwellings in Matera's Rione Vetera, then opened this albergo diffuso in the Sasso Barisano: rooms carved into Paleolithic limestone, others on the noble floors of a historic house. Relais & Chateaux took it in; downstairs, Eduardo Estatico's Artema cooks Basilicata, and the Elysium spa sinks into subterranean pools.
- 23 rooms
- Opened 2025
- Neighborhood: Sassi di Matera
About Vetera Matera
- An eight-year restoration of cave dwellings in historic Rione Vetera, by the owners of Bellevue Syrene in Sorrento.
- Guest rooms are either cut into Paleolithic limestone or set on the noble floors of a historic building in Sasso Barisano.
- Chef Eduardo Estatico cooks Basilicata cuisine at Artema; the Elysium spa sits in subterranean pools and a caldarium.
History
Created by the owners of the Bellevue Syrene in Sorrento, Vetera Matera is the result of an eight-year restoration of ancient cave dwellings in the historic Rione Vetera. This *albergo diffuso* revitalizes a section of the Sasso Barisano, integrating modern luxury into architectural spaces shaped by human excavation since the Paleolithic era. The property features guest rooms that are either carved directly into the limestone rock or situated on the noble floors of a historic building.
Restaurants and bars
- Artema Restaurant — Restaurant · authentic taste
Experiences
- Events by Vetera — Special events and evenings designed to celebrate the art of hospitality, offered as unique opportunities to share authentic moments in Matera.
- Experience in Matera — Experiences in Matera listed on the hotel's site, presented as moments to be embraced by the atmosphere of Matera.
Amenities
- Elysium SPA featuring subterranean relaxation pools, caldarium, and Zerobody treatments
- Artema gourmet restaurant led by Chef Eduardo Estatico serving regional Basilicata cuisine
- Panoramic rooftop terrace and wine bar with views over the Sassi Barisano district
- Curated local experiences including guided tours of the UNESCO-listed cave dwellings
- Full-service wellness center with sauna, emotional showers, and sensory rituals
- Hot tub
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
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