Matera is one of the most well-known places in Italy. It is known to be the ‘underground city’ because of its ancient cave dwellings that date back to the stone age. One of its town, Sassi, was given the UNESCO World Heritage Site status back in 1993. It is also known for its several churches and buildings that date back to the 13th-14th century. There are also many interesting dishes that you should try while you’re in this city, such as crapiata and pignata di pecora. If you are searching for the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Matera, Italy, you have come to the right place! We have compiled a list of rentals for you. Let’s have a look at them below!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. An elegant place to stay (from USD 75)
You won’t regret staying at this place due to its elegant ambiance, well-organized interior, and minimalist approach to decorating. It has two spacious rooms, two bathrooms with a shower and a bidet. Its kitchen has everything you need to cook a meal for your group. Other features include Wi-Fi access, TV, air conditioning, heater, a parking lot and a relaxation area in the private courtyard. It accommodates up to six people and you can request an additional sleeping cot if needed.
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The apartment was very comfortable for all of us- it is opposite the police stationThe second bedroom is partitioned off from the lounge/dining area and is also spacious and there is another full bathroom downstairswhen we opened the refrigerator there were bottles of water and juices All included in the pricemy friend & I retired straight to our beds on arriving home after a cuppa It might be an issue if someone wanted to stay up late downstairs as noise & light would certainly impact on the partiti...Cleanliness:
The bathrooms and entire apartment were uber cleanThe rental was spotless and exceptionally clean and invitingso s(17 14) for 2 nightsIt is spectacularly clean and well-equippedAnd the property managers were absolutely fantasticHost:
Domenico met us with his English speaking niece and walked us through the apartmentinformative flexible and amazingly welcoming and friendlyThe tour guide even showed us some good restaurantsDomenica and his family were wonderfully quick in their communications with us via whatsapp & email and couldn't have been more helpfulTheir advice on Sassi tour options made our time here very productive and enjoyable Easily accessible supermarketsRead more reviewsLocation:
just a few blocks from the central Piazzajust a few minutes walk from the UNESCO heritage centrejust a few blocks awayThe location is just a few blocks from the Sassi old cityThe house is well-located being
2. A charming and cozy room (from USD 61)
What makes this unit unique is its take on interior designing. Through a modern style of decorating and elegant arrangement of its furniture, the hosts have achieved a cozy atmosphere and sophisticated ambiance. Aside from its designs, the house features modern amenities, such as Wi-Fi, LED TV, and air conditioning. Location-wise, it is near the most famous spots making it easy to go out and about. It has one room, one bathroom, and a dedicated working station. It can accommodate up to four people.
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The apartment was fully renovated and niceAnd what a pretty apt Balconies facing two directions ample parking easily walkable to old towneven milk is here for the guestHost:
Every detail has been well considered and made availableAntonella was great to work with Thanks for the nice accomodationsqueste sono accortezze che non si trovano in tutte le case vacanzaThis host is smart detail oriented and thoughtful to the extremeaccolto con un regalo una calamita raffigurante Matera e ci ha lasciato in casa una colazione conRead more reviewsLocation:
The walk to the core historic area felt safe about a 15 minute walkle nostre aspettative viaggiando con una bimba piccola in questo appartamento abbiamo trovato tutto il necessario per trascorrere
3. A spacious, bright and beautiful apartment (from USD 75)
This apartment has three spacious and sunny rooms and two bathrooms which can accommodate up to five people. The interior is sophisticated, and the whole house has this pleasant appearance that will give you good vibes as you explore the historic parts of the city. The historic center is just about 15 minutes’ away, but you can ride a bus if you prefer. Other amenities include Wi-Fi, TV, a hot tub, and a heater.
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4. A minimalist apartment with an artsy ambiance (from USD 88)
In the heart of Sassi lies The Lamione, a spacious house built with ancient stones and minimalist in style. The rental is clean and has an artsy feel to it. It is a well-equipped unit and just a few minutes away to the main attractions and eateries of the city. It is equipped with a TV, heater and has its own parking space. It has one bathroom, one bedroom and it sleeps up to five people comfortably.
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Valeria and her husband made us feel very welcome on arrivalIt is well equippped and extremely spacious and is within walking distance to the Sassi and other attractions and restaurants The weather when we visited was cold for a few days but inside the h...
5. A well-equipped and centrally located house (from USD 49)
The apartment is equipped with all the necessary features travelers are looking for in a rental unit; it has air conditioning, internet connection, smart TV, and a fully appointed kitchen. It is also located near tourist attractions, which you can reach by just a five-minute walk. The interior is bright and sunny, clean and cozy. It has two bedrooms and one bathroom and can accommodate four people. Other features include free parking space and downtown maps. The hosts will even give you tips on how to go out and about the streets of Sassi!
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The apartment was clean and comfortable Parkingthe car was not a problem as there are spaces on the street near the apartmentHost:
Matera is full of friendly and helpful peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
The walk to the historic center and the Sassi are only five minutes awayJust look for the white lines and those spaces are free
6. A modern apartment with natural stone walls
Immerse in the Materan feel of this house built with natural stone walls. Be comforted with modern amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heater, and TV. Its living area has everything you might need, such as a coffee maker, kitchenette, frigobar, and other cooking tools. The apartment is strategically located and near several tourist spots, so you won’t need to ride a car just to get to them. It has two rooms and two bathrooms so up to four people can sleep here comfortably.
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the beds comfortableliving area is as shown in picturesi find their use of the word "bedroom" deceivingin the case of sassi sotto le stelle, there were two sleeping spaces, one downstairs in the kitchen/living room area and one upstairsuse of the term "bedroom" applies at a minimum a room containing a bed, that has a door so that the space provides some privacyCleanliness:
the apartment was very clean and nicely furnishedthe apartment is beautiful, typical and very cleanthe bathrooms were more spacious than most that we experienced, well equipped and toilets and showers functioned properlyHost:
he really went above and beyond the call of duty considering the circumstancessandro the host has been extremely reliable and he took good care of my clientsthe only impovement we can suggest is that a toaster would have been usefulshowers and bed are nicehe met us at the free parking location he had suggested and took us and our bags to the apartment, despite the fact that he was in serious pain after a motorcycle accident and was awaiting medical ...Read more reviewsLocation:
the apartment is just minutes walk from the shops and restaurantsif your travel needs include a simple kitchen, perhaps for fixing breakfast, and a comfortable place to sleep, with a convenient location, by all means look into sassi sotto le stellethe lower level is a kitchen dinerhe also suggested two restaurants one of which we visited twice and thoroughly enjoyedyou enter via a lovely courtyard
Isn't Matera a wonder?
Isn’t the fact that a whole town of ancient caves has been turned into modern boarding and lodging units, amazing? Built in the ancient times, rebuilt for modern travelers, that’s the story of most of the apartments in Sassi. And that’s us wrapping up our best Vrbo vacation rentals in Matera, Italy! Don’t forget to bring your cameras before going, but you can leave a part of your heart back there before leaving!
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