Dimora La Gravina, B&B with a terrace in the heart of Matera
Dimora La Gravina is a bed and breakfast in the heart of Matera, a short walk from the Cathedral and the Sassi. It has a panoramic terrace, air-conditioned rooms and hosts who are much appreciated. I would choose it for couples and walkers, even with a dog, who want to see the city without rushing.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Dimora La Gravina is in Matera
Dimora La Gravina is a bed & breakfast in the heart of Matera, a short stroll from the Cathedral and the Sassi. Guests mention being a few minutes on foot from the Piazza del Duomo, with a view over the gorge and the Murgia Park. As a base for seeing the town without rushing, it is convenient.
If you arrive from the airport, reception can arrange a transfer from Bari (65 km) for a fee. If you are travelling by car, ask the hosts where to leave it before you set off: my information says nothing about parking, and in the centre of Matera it is better not to improvise.
What the rooms are like
The rooms at Dimora La Gravina are air-conditioned and quite complete. They have a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with bidet and hairdryer, a fridge, a coffee machine and an electric kettle. These are provisions designed for both a weekend and a longer stay.
Several reviews describe the room as spacious, bright and spotless, with a large, well-kept bathroom. Many mention the view over the gorge and the park, and one guest who stayed in a triple found it cosy. Guests also say the place has been renovated with taste.
The terrace, breakfast and facilities
The property has a panoramic terrace with views of the historic city, and several guests remember it as a pleasant space for those staying. The descriptions also mention an in-house bar.
The information on breakfast does not match. The description talks about a typical Italian breakfast served on site, while one guest says they went to the bar in the nearby Piazza della Cattedrale. Breakfast is therefore the first thing to clarify when you book.
- Animals. At least two guests have travelled with a dog and describe a warm welcome.
- Local tips. The hosts are mentioned several times for their suggestions on restaurants and sights.
- Transfer. The one to Bari airport can be arranged, for a fee.
What guests say
On Google, Dimora La Gravina has 4.2 out of 5 from 35 reviews, and reviews also come from Tripadvisor. The picture is very consistent, with one point to check.
Almost everyone talks about the kindness of the hosts, described as caring, present and ready to give advice. Next come cleanliness, spacious rooms, the view over the Murgia Park and the location very close to the Cathedral. Some say they would have happily stayed one more night.
I found few real criticisms. The review with the lowest score actually has an enthusiastic text, so it seems more like a scoring error than a problem. The real limit is something else: 35 reviews is a small sample, and nothing precise comes up about parking, access or noise from the area.
What to know before you book
Dimora La Gravina does what it promises very well, but it is worth asking two questions before you confirm. I have put them in a table so you can compare them at a glance.
| The strong point | To check |
|---|---|
| Location close to the Cathedral and the Sassi | Where to leave the car, if you have one |
| Spacious, clean rooms with a view | How breakfast works, on site or at the bar nearby |
| Panoramic terrace | How to walk to the property with luggage |
| Dogs welcomed warmly | Any conditions for animals |
Who it suits and what to see nearby
I would choose it for couples and small groups who want to sleep inside Matera and get around on foot, and also for anyone travelling with a dog. I would not recommend it to anyone looking for an on-site restaurant or the services of a large hotel.
Nearby are the MUSMA museum, the Casa Grotta in the Sassi and the Church of San Giovanni Battista, all within easy reach of Dimora La Gravina.
If you are building a wider itinerary, you could also look at the B&B le perle fg in Pisticci, the Hotel Theotokos in Viggiano or the Winning Apartments B&B in Taranto. For these I can only tell you where they are, because I do not have their details. For Matera, my advice is simple: book Dimora La Gravina if location and warmth of welcome matter more to you than extra services.
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