Cappadocia, TurkeyGoreme
Sultan Cave Suites
Terraced troglodyte suites
Goreme Cappadocia, Turkey
Price
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Local Design HeritageOutside the door
The house
Kelebek GroupTerraced troglodyte suites
Ancestral cave dwellings climb Göreme's cliffs, leading from cool subterranean chambers out onto rooftops facing the dawn balloon flights.
“many rooms have the original cave walls integrated seamlessly into their design.”
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
This one is built into the terraced hillside above the village of Göreme, which means that even as its 35 bedrooms burrow into the limestone, its windows and balconies take in views.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Göreme's village center sits just downhill, and walking trails lead directly from the hillside into the surrounding valleys.
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The rooms
Rooms cut into the hillside keep their original cave walls. Selected suites add wood-burning fireplaces and freestanding copper tubs.
At the table
Morning buffets spread across vaulted stone rooms, and the courtyard hosts regional Anatolian dinners with whirling dervishes.
Sultan Cave Suites is one of the most sought-after properties for its stellar rooftop and cozy cave dwellings with fireplaces and sweeping views of the region
How it began
Founder Ali Yavuz restored his family's ancestral cave houses, converting an ancient rock-carved grape press into a subterranean wine cellar.
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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.