DIMORA DEL CARDINALE

Welcome to La Dimora Del Cardinale an old building dating from the 18th century, situated in the old town centre of Maratea, completely renovated last 7th july 2001, nowadays a careful restoration, in full respect of the ancient architectural balances, gives back to "La Dimora Del Cardinale" all the charm of the ancient artistic interest.
What is the best way to begin a wonderful day under Maratea's sun? Going down the main corridor made of "cotto" tiles you will get onto surrounding terrace.
Here you can have your breakfast served among jasmin and buganvillea.
From such a beautifull spot you will enjoy the view of the mountain which overlooks the ancient village of Maratea before plunging itself into the tyrrhenian sea and a wonderfull view to a superb spring fountain.

The guest's apartments have been designed to offer comfort and elegance, and to respect the relaxing peacefulness of this gorgeous places.

All rooms, with their simple and polished furniture, reveal the style and elegance of "La Dimora Del Cardinale".
Through the day you can have a special drinks and listen music in a picturesque position, with a suggestive view of the rooftops of the old-town of Maratea.
It is 16 rooms - 3 suites, rooms with panoramic view and private terraces, direct telephone, air conditioning, cleaning, mini-bar, television set, heating, laundry and valet-safe deposit box, 24 hour room service 50 seat convention room, main credit cards accepted.

The origin of Maratea dates back from bronze age.
Maratea is one of the most famous centres in Basilicata.
The town is situated at the foot of mount St.
Biagio overlooking the Policasto Gulf where it's possible to visit the seaside resorts of Acquafredda, Fiumicello, Porto, Marina and Castrocucco.
The town includes: Maratea Superiore which is the most ancient and highest part of the town and Maratea Inferiore representing the modern part.
In the highest part of the town stands the Sanctuary of St.
Biagio having a three-arch renaissance portal and housing a 17th century chapel and 18th century marble bas-relief the celebrations in honour of St.
Biagiotake place between the 1st and the 2nd Sunday of May.
The statue, covered by a red cloth is shouldered on foot along pathways of Maratea.
Along the coast you can see a lot of "grottos" some can be reached only by boat.
The most important grottos are the Grotte dei Pipistrelli (i.e.
bats grottos) and the Grotta dei Sogni (grotto of dreams).