Livingstone B&B

We stayed in the NEW YORK room....fitting for this proud NY'er! lol The space was perfectly designed, clean and airy. The Terrace was enormous. There is a 2nd terrace at B&B on the same floor of the room that is public, equally nice and set up to enjoy. Air conditioning worked great, shower was fantastic with plenty of hot water and good pressure. Lots of space and well lit. Bed was comfortable, small fridge in the room with welcome waters and a kettle to make tea and instant coffee. Breakfast was prepared and set up in the main area. Which was so nice and comfortable. Temperature is comfortable for even an American like me who must have her air conditioning. Host gave us some wonderful recommendations and history about GORGEOUS Matera! This place is special, you must stay here if you visit. Its 5 min from a garage. I highly recommend this place for the space and the friendly host. She made our stay even more special!

Despite its very high rating, as well as the numerous positive comments about owner/hostess Miriam, our stay at Livingstone B&B in Matera greatly exceeded my wife's & my expectations during our two night stay in June 2024. There are three individual guest rooms (we saw all three, and each one is massive, especially when compared to hotel rooms in Italy) with ensuite bathrooms. Our room, New York (the other two are London and Paris), was on the top floor of the apartment, so we enjoyed privacy and solitude, plus the added bonus of a private balcony area, complete with a sun lounger. Livingstone is bright, modern, and impeccably clean. Miriam obviously takes great pride in Livingstone, and is certainly passionate about providing the absolute best experience possible for each and every guest. The photos are 100% accurate, and reflect what you see and experience when staying at Livingstone. Livingstone is conveniently located less than a three minute walk (two right turns, then down the hill) to the town square, where you'll enjoy magnificent views down to the Old Town historic area of Matera. If ever my wife & I return to Matera, we will absolutely definitely stay at Livingstone again.

It was great. It was comfortable and the owner was so helpful and lovely. She let us know there was a huge celebration happening when we were there and gave us directions to a parking garage which was super close. It was about 24 euros per day to park. The location was perfect for walking around and we ended up having a front row view for the firework celebration which we could see from our balcony.

The location is just on the outside of the old city in Matera and within walking distance. It is literally around the corner from the entrance to to old city. The breakfast was incredible. This is a small B&B which is clean, quiet and lovely. We were in the Paris room which faced the front of the building. We initially thought it would be noisy, but turns out it was not. Room was large and comfortable. We only stayed one night, but which we had planned for at least two. Lots to see in Matera.

The host was wonderful, extremely friendly and helpful. She was very responsive and so lovely. The location was in walking distance of transport, the main square, restaurants, shops, parking and of course the ancient city of Matera. Breakfast each morning was delicious with a selection of options available.