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Thymus Residence nei Sassi features rooms in Matera near Casa Grotta nei Sassi and Tramontano Castle. With quiet street views, this accommodation offers a patio. There's private parking and the property provides an electric vehicle charging station. All units feature air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV. All rooms are fitted with a kettle, a private bathroom, and free Wifi, while selected rooms include a terrace and some have city views. At the guest house, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and Italian breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and fresh pastries are available daily. There is a coffee shop, bar, and lounge. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Matera, like cycling. Popular points of interest near Thymus Residence nei Sassi include Palombaro Lungo, Matera Cathedral, and MUSMA Museum. Bari Karol Wojtyla Airport is 40 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Located in the top-rated area in Matera, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!

    • Breakfast Info

    • Italian, Buffet

    • Private parking available


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
1 full bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
8.0

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emily
    United States United States
    One of the best places we have stayed. The room was lovely, the breakfast was delicious and the staff was lovely.
  • Emily
    United States United States
    One of the best places we have stayed. The room was lovely, the breakfast was delicious and the staff was lovely.
  • Tammy
    United States United States
    Enjoyed the owners breakfast was amazing loved the steam room in our room
  • Erin
    United States United States
    Loved the room, bed was very comfortable! Easy check in process! The most wonderful breakfast in the morning. Knowledgeable staff.
  • Peter
    Canada Canada
    The rooms were tastefully designed. The location extraordinary. The staff very friendly and helpful.
  • Caryn
    Canada Canada
    Located in the older section of Matera, it was easy to access all the places we wanted to experience . They arranged for shuttle to/from the property and made dinner reservations for us.
  • Deborah
    United States United States
    A truly special place to stay! Great staff with lots of suggestions of what to see and do. Great breakfast. Parking off site worked perfectly.
  • Maria
    Argentina Argentina
    Excellent location. The room nice and clean. Very good Breakfast . Mariangela a kindly host and always giving advice for places or reservations.
  • E
    United States United States
    The residence is really well located, especially because we chose to park several km away and take a free shuttle to the residence. We had to climb one flight of steps from the street to the residence, where a host was waiting to greet us. We...
  • Robert
    United States United States
    The breakfast was excellent and staying right in the Sasso Barisano made it a special experience.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.9Based on 597 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

In the heart of the ancient district, a world heritage site, 200 meters from the cathedral, the Thymus Residence nei Sassi awaits you with a passion for the places found. Spacious rooms made of typical tuff and stone houses, furnished with the warmth of reclaimed solid wood without neglecting comfort and technology. In fact, all rooms have air conditioning, WiFi, satellite TV, kettle and, of course, a private bathroom. Some rooms also have a seating area for total relaxation or for use as a comfortable executive corner. Matera to live in every room and all around thanks to the splendid panoramic terrace that gives guests views of the city. The location is also ideal for urban hiking and biking. Thymus Residence nei Sassi provides a bike rental service but, even on foot, is only 300 meters from the MUSMA museum and 600 meters from the Tramontano Castle. Those who have already been there have really appreciated the Thymus Residence nei Sassi also for the courtesy and helpfulness of the staff.

Property info

"Thymus" is not a simply residence but it gives you an opportunity to experience the Sassi; who come here can feel a temporary resident of this ancient place, through a way of experiencing the city with places, the relaxed atmosphere, the everyday life of the ancient town of Matera together with the people who live here. Allow yourself to live in history, where everything was born. "Thymus Residence nei Sass"i is located in the heart of the Sassi of Matera, precisely overlooking the splendid view of the Sasso Barisano, in front of the headquarters of the Matera 2019 Foundation. Thymus Residence nei Sassi offers you the chance to live a unique, unforgettable experience. The residence was born in the ancient Rupestrian Church of San Pietro de Serris (XIII century), a place marked by centuries and centuries of history and faith. More information. Thymus is located in the heart of Sasso Barisano, in the upper square of the Matera 2019 Foundation, the charming Palazzo del Casale. The ease of finding free parking in the immediate vicinity and its location, set in the Sassi, make it ideal for a wonderful stay in Matera.

Neighborhood info

In the heart of the Sasso Barisano, Antichi Volumi are transformed into a cradle to cuddle and make the occupants feel at ease, where luxury is represented by the simplicity and comfort of the rooms. A deconsecrated church is the common place for guests, here they can have a buffet breakfast served every morning, talk or taste something in the sitting room where a wood-fired ceramic stove is lit daily in the cold seasons. Nearby there are various craft activities for the tufo labor and other small shops where the Masters and apprentices carry out ancient crafts. Local and typical restaurants in the surroundings are numerous. A few meters from the Casa Di Ortega, from the Monastery of Sant'Agostino with its dominant and panoramic position and with the underlying small green area equipped. Numerous tourist routes develop in the Ragratela dei Sassi and not least the route that puts the adjacent Parco delle Chiese Rupestri and della Murgia into communication with a Tibetan bridge that crosses the Gravina stream. Not far away there is the only driveway that crosses the Sassi of Matera.

Languages Spoken

English,Italian

Area info

Amenities of Thymus Residence nei Sassi
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Landmark view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs € 25 per day.

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Spa

  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Italian

House rules
Thymus Residence nei Sassi takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
€ 15 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroDiscoverCartaSiUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Thymus Residence nei Sassi of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: IT077014B402199001

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