Cappadocia, TurkeyGoreme
Cappadocia Cave Suites
Monastic cave hotel
Monastic cave hotel
A cluster of three fairy chimneys holds subterranean Byzantine chambers and sunlit stone terraces looking across the valley.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Troglodyte chambers and hand-carved stone suites built into ancient Byzantine monastic caves.
Notable
Hand-carved limestone additions blend with natural volcanic rock across three fairy chimneys.
Notable
Troglodyte chambers set high above Göreme village inside protected national park rock formations.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Cappadocia Cave Suites isn’t entirely underground, but a hybrid of natural limestone caves and stunning stone-walled structures, offering not just subterranean accommodations but elevated views over this famous landscape as well.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Göreme village sits just down the hill, and hiking paths lead straight out into the national park.
The rooms
Bedrooms are cut directly into volcanic rock, and select suites include private marble hamams or stone hot tubs.
The hammam
Heated marble slabs sit beneath an oculus dome, where treatments include traditional kese body scrubs and foam massages.
Restaurant
Nana Cappadocia
Rooftop tables look out over the valley for sunrise balloon flights, serving regional cocktails and Anatolian sharing plates.
At the table
The candlelit cave dining room is cut into the stone, serving breakfast buffets and Anatolian home cooking.
How it began
Architect and Olympic swimmer Bora Özkök bought the first chimney in 1998, clearing debris down to the volcanic tuff.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.