A drop of water will suddenly appear and then disappear in a moment.
Kengiro Azuma
Staying at the Aquatio Cave Luxury Hotel & Spa ***** is to experience a unique natural phenomenon. Thousands of years ago humans took up residence in the caves formed by years of water erosion to the region’s tufa limestone. And now, we take up residence in this indulgent hotel, mimicking those very first abodes but adding all the modern conveniences, along with excellent five-star service. The hotel is based on an ancient village called Aquatio, which may have been mentioned by Cicero. The village was given this name because drops of water had eroded the surrounding limestone, creating the ridges and rifts we see in Matera today.
As tradition dictates, the hotel’s rooms are carved into the region’s limestone, creating a maze of historic bolt holes and wandering passages to explore. Inside, the historic stone is combined with ultra-modern light fittings and digital screens, making the most out of today’s technology and providing guests with the utmost comfort.
Everything that the hotel does is based on tradition and history, including the hotel’s lavish spa. It is another facility carved into the rock and is based on bathing traditions in Materan history. Of course, all the facilities have been updated for modern use, including an impressive swimming pool carved into the rock and with a cave ceiling.
You can immerse yourself in even more history and tradition at the hotel’s restaurant, The Flavours of Basilicata, which is named after its authentic dishes. Now, all that’s left is to explore even more history waiting on your Materan doorstep…