Kayakapi Premium Caves is a luxury cave hotel built across a restored historic hillside neighborhood above Urgup. Unlike many small cave hotels, it feels more like a complete destination: 43 rooms, suites and mansions, a heated outdoor pool, spa, restaurants, wine cellar and several room categories with private indoor pools.
Kayakapi at a glance
| Location | Urgup |
| Rooms & suites | 43 |
| Hotel style | Historic cave hotel |
| Outdoor pool | Heated to about 29°C seasonally |
| Private pool suites | Yes |
| Spa / hammam | Yes |
| Main restaurant | Maide |
| Fine dining | Revithia |
Good for
- Luxury stays in Urgup
- Couples and honeymoon trips
- Families wanting more space
- Food-focused travellers
- Guests who want spa and pool facilities
20 Sep 2026
Where is Kayakapi Premium Caves?
Kayakapi sits on a hill overlooking Urgup. The hotel says the town centre is around a 10–12 minute walk away and provides a free one-way shuttle from Kayakapi to central Urgup until 22:00.
This gives travellers a quieter hillside setting while keeping the restaurants and shops of Urgup within reach.
A restored historic neighborhood
Kayakapi is not simply one building. The hotel occupies part of an old settlement area with restored cave houses and historic structures, including a cave church, historic mosque and the House of St. John the Russian.
That means walking between rooms, restaurants, pool and reception can involve hillside paths and different levels. Travellers with limited mobility should ask about the exact room location before booking.
What are the rooms like?
The hotel currently lists nine accommodation categories. These range from Prime Rooms and Glorious Cave Suites through Majestic and Royal Cave Suites to larger Cappadocian mansions and pool suites.
Kayakapi's current FAQ says it has 43 rooms, suites and mansions available for sale and that almost all are cave accommodation.
Room sizes are unusually generous
Current categories start around the low-30 m² range and can extend well beyond 100 m² in higher suite and mansion categories. This makes Kayakapi especially interesting for travellers who dislike small cave rooms.
Private indoor-pool suites
Selected Majestic Cave & Pool Suites, Royal Cave & Pool Suites and larger mansion categories include heated private indoor pools. For example, Mehmet Tokat Evi is listed at 81 m² and includes a private indoor pool, Turkish bath, fireplace, terrace and courtyard.
The hotel currently states that private indoor pools in these suites can reach approximately 28°C.
The heated outdoor pool
Kayakapi's shared outdoor swimming pool is approximately 90 m² and includes a shallow children's section. The hotel says it is heated to about 29°C from late April to late October, with exact seasonal dates subject to change.
The pool overlooks Urgup, the surrounding Cappadocia landscape and, on suitable mornings, hot air balloons.
Kayakapi Spa
The spa is located in the historic Davut Agha Mansion near the pool and Maide Restaurant. Current facilities include a Turkish bath, sauna, fitness area and massage rooms.
Hotel guests currently receive complimentary spa access, while massage treatments are charged separately. The spa lists opening hours of 14:00–23:00.
Maide Restaurant
Maide is the hotel's main restaurant beside the outdoor pool. Current service includes breakfast from 07:00–11:00 followed by an a la carte menu serving local and international dishes.
The hotel FAQ says a rich breakfast is included in the room rate.
Revithia Michelin-starred restaurant
Kayakapi is also home to Revithia, which the hotel currently describes as Cappadocia's first and only Michelin-starred restaurant. It serves a seasonal tasting menu inspired by Anatolian, Turkish, Greek and Armenian culinary traditions.
The restaurant operates in a historic cave setting with limited indoor seating and a terrace used in warmer weather. Its current service is dinner only, Monday through Saturday.
Wine cellar
Kayakapi's Sekerci Wine Cellar focuses on Cappadocian wines and can be opened for guests on request. This makes the hotel another useful option for travellers who want wine to be part of their stay.
What do guests say?
Booking.com shows Kayakapi Premium Caves Cappadocia at 9.3/10 from 177 reviews. Comfort is especially strong at 9.5, facilities at 9.4, cleanliness and staff at 9.3, location at 9.1 and value for money at 8.9.
The numbers fit the property's main strengths: large cave accommodation and a substantial set of hotel facilities. The slightly lower location score is useful context for travellers deciding between Urgup and central Goreme.
Reasons to consider Kayakapi
- Large cave rooms and suites
- Private indoor-pool room options
- Heated seasonal outdoor pool
- Full spa and Turkish bath
- Michelin-starred Revithia on site
- Quieter Urgup setting
Check before booking
- Exact room category and location
- Amount of walking and hillside access
- Pool opening dates
- Private pool vs shared pool
- Return transport from Urgup centre
- Current price for your dates
Who is Kayakapi best for?
Kayakapi works particularly well for travellers who want the cave-hotel experience but do not want to sacrifice space or facilities. Couples, honeymooners, families and food-focused travellers can all find room types that suit them.
It is also a strong property to compare for travellers who prefer Urgup's quieter town atmosphere over central Goreme.
Who may prefer another hotel?
If your main priority is being able to walk out of the hotel into Goreme's busiest restaurant and tour area, a Goreme property will be more convenient.
Guests with mobility limitations should also ask about the exact room position because the hotel is spread across a historic hillside site.
Kayakapi vs Goreme cave hotels
Kayakapi gives you more space, resort-style facilities and a quieter Urgup setting. Goreme hotels such as Kelebek, Sultan Cave Suites and Local Cave House are generally easier for travellers who want to walk everywhere and stay close to the busiest tourism centre.
Compare Urgup Hotels →Is Kayakapi Premium Caves worth considering?
If you want a high-end cave stay with larger rooms, spa facilities, heated pool options and serious dining, Kayakapi belongs on the shortlist.
The key is choosing the right category. A Prime Room and a large private-pool cave suite offer very different experiences and price points, so always compare the exact room before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kayakapi Premium Caves in Goreme?
No. Kayakapi is in Urgup, on a hillside overlooking the town.
How many rooms does Kayakapi have?
The hotel's current FAQ lists 43 rooms, suites and mansions available for sale.
Does Kayakapi have a heated swimming pool?
Yes. The main outdoor pool is heated to around 29°C from roughly late April to late October, with exact operating dates subject to change.
Does Kayakapi have private-pool suites?
Yes. Selected cave suite and mansion categories include private heated indoor pools.
Does Kayakapi have a spa?
Yes. Kayakapi Spa includes a Turkish bath, sauna, fitness area and massage rooms.
Is breakfast included?
The hotel's current FAQ says its rich breakfast is included in the room rate.
Does Kayakapi have a Michelin-starred restaurant?
Yes. The hotel currently lists Revithia as Cappadocia's first and only Michelin-starred restaurant.
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