Seki Cave Hotel

Seki Cave Hotel is in Çavuşin, a village about 3 km from Göreme. The hotel’s name comes from the Turkish word for terraced platforms, and the terraces are the point: the hotel says guests can watch sunrise, sunset and the hot air balloons from a private terrace. The site presents the whole property as a cave hotel.

What it offers

The hotel positions itself on tranquillity. It describes Çavuşin as the “new hip town” of Cappadocia, away from crowded tourist stops, while still offering a good view of the landscape and the chance to see balloons. A rooftop jacuzzi can be used facing the balloons or the sunset. A hamam and Turkish bath are listed, as is a homemade Turkish breakfast.

Service

Reception is open 24 hours, and the hotel is pet friendly. Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out at 12:00.

The group

Seki’s booking engine also lists Kelebek Cave Hotel, Sultan Cave Hotel and Aza Cave Hotel as choices, which suggests a shared booking system.

Practical notes

Because Çavuşin is a few kilometres from Göreme, plan for a short transfer if you intend to eat out or join tours there; the hotel has a tours and activities section and concierge service on its site.

This is a good fit for travellers who value calm and a private terrace over being in the middle of town. It is less suited to anyone who wants to step out into a busy square.