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How much do hostels in Matera cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Matera, Italy range from $25 to $39/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 5 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 14.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $25.

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $25/night.

At $25/night and up, Matera is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Italy.

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 3 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-10-08T05:44:11.909Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 12 (one night),October 13 (one night),October 14 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.

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Local knowledge for Matera

Where to stay

Budget travelers sleep in the Piano, the upper-town grid around Via Lucana and Piazza Vittorio Veneto, where nightly rates run roughly half what Sassi cave-hotel prices charge. Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso are worth a full day on foot, but treat them as a day destination rather than where you book a bed.

Getting around

  • Ferrovie Appulo Lucane buses connect Matera to Bari Centrale in about 1 hour 20 minutes for a few euros each way. Buy at the FAL ticket window rather than through reseller apps to avoid booking fees.
  • The Murgia Timone plateau across the Gravina gorge gives a panorama of the Sassi that rivals any paid cave museum terrace. Reach it via the footpath below Piazza Giovanni Pascoli, pack lunch, and skip the pricey tourist menus near the Sasso Caveoso viewpoints.
  • Book at least six weeks out for Easter weekend. The city is small and accommodations fill across all price ranges well before most travelers think to check.

When to go

November through February has the cheapest hostel rates. July and August fill fast, especially around the Festa della Madonna della Bruna on July 2nd, which draws crowds citywide.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Matera cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $25. Dorm beds currently range from $25 to $39/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Matera?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Matera include October 12, October 13, October 14.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Matera?

HostelHound currently tracks 5 hostels in Matera, Italy.

How much do hostels in Matera cost in October?

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $25/night.

Is Matera affordable compared to other hostel cities in Italy?

Matera is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Italy, with dorm prices starting from $25/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Matera?

Budget travelers sleep in the Piano, the upper-town grid around Via Lucana and Piazza Vittorio Veneto, where nightly rates run roughly half what Sassi cave-hotel prices charge. Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso are worth a full day on foot, but treat them as a day destination rather than where you book a bed.

What is the best time of year to visit Matera?

November through February has the cheapest hostel rates. July and August fill fast, especially around the Festa della Madonna della Bruna on July 2nd, which draws crowds citywide.