Traveller's Cave Hotel sits high above Göreme and focuses on the classic Cappadocia experience: volcanic-rock cave rooms, panoramic terraces, sunrise balloons and fireplaces. The room index shows 21 numbered rooms across nine room labels. Booking.com adds an unusual bonus for this price-and-style segment: a free outdoor hot tub on the lower deck overlooking Rose Valley.
Traveller's Cave at a glance
| Location | Upper Göreme |
| Current numbered rooms | 21 |
| Current room labels | 9 |
| Panoramic terraces | Yes |
| Outdoor hot tub | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Listed in rooms |
| Breakfast | Open buffet |
| Parking | Free |
Good for
- Sunrise and sunset views
- Couples wanting fireplaces
- Travellers who value terraces
- Friends needing triple rooms
- Guests wanting walkable Göreme
Sep 2026
Where is Traveller's Cave Hotel?
The hotel is at Aydınlı Mahallesi, Görçeli Sokak No:7 in Göreme. Booking.com describes it as a hilltop property about five minutes' walk from Göreme town centre.
Göreme Bus Station is also around five minutes away on foot, while Göreme Open Air Museum is roughly 2 km away.
21 current rooms across 9 labels
The official room index currently shows 21 numbered rooms. The nine current labels are Deluxe Double, Deluxe Double – Lower Floor, Deluxe Suite, Deluxe Triple, Junior Suite, Single, Standard Double or Twin, Standard Triple and Stone Deluxe Triple – Lower Floor.
An older hotel-description page uses broader labels such as cave rooms, junior suites, stone-arched rooms, honeymoon suites and king suites. For current booking decisions, use the live room list rather than the older marketing categories.
Deluxe Double Rooms
The room index lists five Deluxe Double rooms plus three separate Deluxe Double rooms on the lower floor.
The floor designation matters because terrace access, outlook and sense of privacy can be different even when the broad room name is similar.
Deluxe Suites
The current inventory lists two Deluxe Suites. Booking.com also sells a Deluxe Suite category with a queen bed.
If you want more space or a more premium cave-room feel, this is the first category to compare before moving to simpler double rooms.
Junior Suites
The official site currently lists two Junior Suites, Rooms 07 and 11.
Because cave rooms follow original rock shapes, check the exact photos for the room number rather than assuming the two Junior Suites are identical.
Triple-room choices
Traveller's Cave has several options for three guests: Deluxe Triple, Standard Triple and Stone Deluxe Triple on the lower floor.
This makes it more flexible for friends or small groups than many couple-focused boutique cave hotels.
Single room
The room inventory also includes a dedicated Single Room, Room 17.
Solo travellers therefore do not necessarily need to pay for a large double or suite.
Fireplaces in the rooms
Booking.com says the rooms include a ready-to-use fireplace along with air conditioning, central heating, minibar, safe and television.
This makes Traveller's Cave especially attractive for colder autumn and winter stays.
Spa baths in selected bathrooms
Booking.com says some bathrooms also include a spa bath. This is not universal across every room.
If a spa bath matters, confirm it in the exact room details before paying.
Outdoor hot tub with Rose Valley views
One of the property's most interesting facilities is on the lower deck: Booking.com lists a free outdoor hot tub with views toward Rose Valley.
This is not the same as having a swimming pool or full spa complex, but it adds a useful wellness feature for a relatively traditional cave hotel.
Sunrise, sunset and balloon terraces
The official hotel site says its terrace views stretch across the valleys between Göreme, Ortahisar, Çavuşin and Avanos and specifically promotes watching balloon takeoffs and flights.
Booking.com also highlights sunrise, sunset, balloons and fairy chimneys from the terraces.
Balloon flights remain weather dependent and require official flight approval.
Breakfast
Booking.com lists continental and buffet breakfast and rates the breakfast highly.
The hotel describes breakfast as an open buffet, making it easy to eat before a full sightseeing day.
Restaurant and local wine
Booking.com says the restaurant serves local dishes and local wine.
Because central Göreme is only a short walk away, guests also have a large choice of outside restaurants.
Airport shuttle
The official site says shuttle transfers can be arranged for domestic flights using both Kayseri and Nevşehir airports. Reservations are required.
Tours and activities
The hotel can arrange balloon flights, ATV tours, horse riding, jeep safari, Cappadocia tours, Turkish Night and dervish shows.
Booking.com also lists bicycle rental and sightseeing-tour support.
What do guests say?
Booking.com shows Traveller's Cave Hotel at approximately 9.0/10 from about 750 reviews. Location is 9.5, Wi‑Fi 9.6, staff 9.3, cleanliness 9.1, comfort 9.0, facilities around 8.9 and value for money around 8.8–8.9.
The current data suggests the views, location and connectivity are stronger than the value score.
Reasons to consider Traveller's Cave
- Hilltop balloon-view terraces
- Rose Valley outlook
- Free outdoor hot tub
- Fireplaces in rooms
- 21-room boutique scale
- Excellent 9.6 Wi-Fi score
Check before booking
- Overall score is currently 9.0
- Value score is below several competitors
- Uphill return walk
- Spa bath is not in every room
- Lower-floor rooms have different positioning
- No full indoor-pool spa complex
Who is Traveller's Cave Hotel best for?
Traveller's Cave suits visitors who want the traditional Göreme cave-hotel atmosphere, panoramic terraces and fireplaces without choosing a large modern spa hotel.
It is also useful for friends and groups because there are multiple triple-room configurations.
Who may prefer another hotel?
If you want the strongest possible current guest score, compare Traveller's Cave with Arif, Zara, Charming Cave and other Göreme hotels currently above 9.5.
If you want an indoor pool, hammam and full spa, CARUS or Anatolian Houses provide more extensive wellness facilities.
Traveller's Cave vs Divan vs Mithra
All three occupy elevated Göreme positions and focus strongly on terrace and balloon views. Traveller's Cave adds the free outdoor Rose Valley hot tub and fireplaces. Divan has a broader 30-room inventory with Fairy Chimney and Honeymoon categories. Mithra has more heavily marketed private balcony and special-view suites.
Compare the Best Balloon-View Hotels in Göreme →Is Traveller's Cave Hotel worth considering?
If you want hilltop views, fireplaces, outdoor hot-tub access and a classic cave-hotel feel within walking distance of Göreme centre, Traveller's Cave is worth comparing.
The main decision is the exact room. Lower-floor, triple, standard, junior and deluxe categories can provide quite different experiences even within the same property.
See today's rooms and availability
Compare room type, floor level, fireplace, spa bath and cancellation conditions before booking.
Frequently asked questions
How many rooms does Traveller's Cave Hotel have?
The room index shows 21 numbered rooms across nine current room labels.
Can you see balloons from Traveller's Cave Hotel?
Yes. Both the official site and Booking.com promote the hilltop terraces for sunrise, sunset and balloon views, subject to flight conditions and wind direction.
Does Traveller's Cave Hotel have a hot tub?
Yes. Booking.com lists a free outdoor hot tub on the lower deck overlooking Rose Valley.
Do the rooms have fireplaces?
Booking.com says rooms include ready-to-use fireplaces.
Does every room have a spa bath?
No. Booking.com says some bathrooms include spa baths, so verify the exact room.
How far is it from central Göreme?
Booking.com describes the town centre as about a five-minute walk from the hotel.
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