"The room was a really unique and special experience with lots of space, a huge, comfortable bed, jacuzzi and a turkish hamam-style bathroom, all inside (or partially inside) a couple of caves."
Stephen from United Kingdom
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"The views of the balloons was exceptional from our room and the viewing balcony!!"
Johnston from Australia
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"Stayed for two nights. The hotel staff decorated our room for our honeymoon and let us access the pool early."
Calem W from United States
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"All the rooms are troglodyte and beautiful."
Nicolas R from France
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Cave Hotel in Göreme - Carved into Volcanic Rock with a Pool Terrace and Hammam
Rooms & Accommodations
Each cave room at Shoestring Cave House is carved into volcanic rock and comes with satellite TV and a travel library. Rooms offer central heating and are naturally cool in summer, while bathrooms provide 24-hour hot water. Private bathrooms, soundproof rooms, and allergy-free room options are available.
Dining & Breakfast
Guests start the day with an open buffet Turkish breakfast served at the hotel. The on-site restaurant offers a kid-friendly buffet, special diet menus, and a snack bar. Wine and champagne are available, and breakfast can be delivered to the room.
Wellness & Recreation
The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar and a pool with view, plus sun loungers and umbrellas. A hammam, massage services, and a public bath are available for relaxation. Guests can rent bicycles, join cooking classes, go horse riding, or attend themed dinner nights and nightclub/DJ evenings.
Location & Exploration
Shoestring Cave House is a short walk from Göreme Bus Stop and 1 km from the Göreme Open Air Museum. Red and Rose valleys are 2 km away, and Uchisar Castle is within 5 km. The hotel offers bicycle rental, walking tours, hiking, and a tour desk to arrange excursions.
Services & Family Amenities
The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, currency exchange, and luggage storage. Family rooms, babysitting, and a fence around the pool make it practical for guests with children. Pet bowls and pet baskets are available, and the hotel offers airport shuttle, car hire, and laundry services.
Highlights
Accommodations: Cave rooms carved into volcanic rock with satellite TV and travel library
Dining: Open buffet Turkish breakfast daily
Wellness: Hammam, massage, outdoor pool with pool bar
Location: 1 km from Göreme Open Air Museum, 5 km from Uchisar Castle
Family: Family rooms, babysitting, fence around pool, pet bowls
Must-do experiences
Take a hot air balloon ride for stunning views at sunrise.
Visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum to see incredible rock-cut churches.
Don't miss tasting the local dish, Testi Kebab, at Dibek Restaurant.
Wander through the Pasabag Valley for the famous fairy chimneys.
Shop for handmade pottery at the Avanos Pottery Workshop.
Pick your room type
Shoestring Cave House provides a selection of rooms, from doubles and family rooms to suites, complete with breakfast, free cancellation, and exclusive offers.
Standard Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed
Heating
Coffee machine
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Deluxe Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed
Heating
Coffee machine
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Family Cave Room
2 persons
435 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed and 3 Single beds
Heating
Coffee machine
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Amenities
Shoestring Cave House provides everything you need for a relaxing stay and memorable moments.