Göreme Balloon-View Cave Hotel Review

Divan Cave House Review

Thirty unique cave and stone rooms, panoramic sunrise and sunset terraces, Fairy Chimney accommodation, Honeymoon rooms, family rooms and a fireplace Divan Suite.

Updated September 2026

Divan Cave House is a family-run cave hotel positioned high in Göreme with large terraces overlooking the Cappadocia landscape. The hotel says the property has 30 unique rooms and describes it as one of the older boutique hotels in the area. Its biggest selling points are the elevated balloon-view terraces, broad room choice and easy access to central Göreme.

Divan Cave House at a glance

LocationUpper Göreme
Total rooms30
Main room groups8
Balloon-view terracesYes
Fairy Chimney roomYes
Honeymoon roomsYes
Family roomYes
RestaurantTurkish / regional

Good for

  • Sunrise balloon watching
  • Couples wanting cave suites
  • Families needing separate sleeping space
  • Travellers who want central Göreme
  • Guests who value panoramic terraces
BOOKING.COM GUEST SCORE
8.9/10
738 guest reviews
Updated
Sep 2026
9.5Location
9.2Comfort
9.1Cleanliness
8.6Value
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Divan has many individually designed rooms. Fireplace, jacuzzi, terrace, living room and Fairy Chimney features are not included in every category.

Where is Divan Cave House?

Divan Cave House is in the Aydinli area of Göreme, high enough above the town to create wide sunrise, sunset and balloon views.

Booking.com says the Göreme bus station is less than 600 metres away and places Göreme Open Air Museum at roughly a 15-minute walk.

Location trade-off: the elevated position gives you the view, but expect some uphill walking when returning from lower Göreme.

30 unique rooms

The official hotel site currently says Divan has 30 unique cave and stone rooms, each decorated with custom-made furniture and traditional details.

The room-index page groups them into eight main styles: Junior Suite, Suite, King Suite, Honeymoon, Divan Suite, Family, Fairy Chimney and Twin.

Junior Suites

The room inventory lists eight Junior Suites. Room 361, for example, is an arched room with a fireplace and 200 × 200 cm king-size bed.

Because other Junior Suites have their own layouts, compare the exact room rather than treating all eight as identical.

Suites

The official room list currently shows seven Suite rooms. Suite 363 is a cave room with a separate living room, fireplace, shared courtyard and 200 × 200 cm king-size bed.

This category is useful for travellers who want more living space without moving all the way to the hotel's premium Divan or Honeymoon rooms.

King Suites

The hotel currently lists multiple King Suites. One published King Suite is a cave room with a 200 × 200 cm king bed and access to a shared courtyard.

Again, the room numbers matter because not every King Suite has the same extras.

Honeymoon rooms

Divan currently lists several Honeymoon rooms. Room 364 is a cave room with a living area, fireplace, jacuzzi, shared courtyard and king-size bed.

This makes the Honeymoon category one of the most relevant options for couples wanting in-room wellness features.

Divan Suite

The single Divan Suite, Room 349, is one of the property's most distinctive spaces. The hotel page lists a Fairy Chimney setting, private seating area, fireplace, terrace and 200 × 200 cm king-size bed.

If you want a private terrace rather than relying only on the hotel's shared panoramic terraces, this is an important category to check.

Fairy Chimney room

The current Fairy Chimney Room 350 combines a fairy-chimney structure with a terrace and king-size bed.

This is the category to compare if sleeping inside one of Cappadocia's characteristic rock formations matters more than having the largest possible room.

Family room

The official Family Room 347 is a cave room with a living room and a separate children's room. The current bed configuration includes twin beds plus a double bed.

This is more practical for families than simply adding an extra bed into a standard cave room.

Twin room

The current Twin Room 352 is a cave room with two separate single beds and a shared courtyard.

It is useful for friends travelling together and fills a room type that many romantic cave hotels overlook.

Panoramic sunrise and sunset terraces

The hotel's official site explicitly promotes its terraces for hot-air-balloon views, sunrise and sunset.

Recent Booking.com guest feedback also repeatedly mentions the rooftop and balloon views as a major reason to stay.

As with every Cappadocia hotel, balloon flights are never guaranteed and depend on weather, wind and official flight authorisation.

Breakfast

Booking.com lists vegetarian, halal and buffet breakfast and labels the breakfast exceptional.

The property description says breakfast includes items such as jam and hot coffee, while the exact buffet selection can vary.

Restaurant

Booking.com describes a Turkish restaurant serving regional cuisine prepared from fresh locally sourced ingredients.

This is useful on evenings when you prefer to stay near the hotel rather than walk back down into town.

Hot tub and jacuzzi

Booking.com lists a hot tub/jacuzzi among the major hotel facilities, while the official room pages confirm that selected rooms such as Honeymoon 364 have their own jacuzzi.

Do not assume every room has a jacuzzi—this is a category-specific feature.

Airport shuttle and activities

Booking.com lists an airport shuttle, bicycle rental and 24-hour reception.

The official site promotes balloon flights, ATV tours, horseback riding, dervish performances, regional tours, jeep safari and hiking.

What do guests say?

Booking.com shows Divan Cave House at 8.9/10 from 738 reviews. Location is 9.5, comfort 9.2, cleanliness 9.1, facilities 8.9, value for money 8.6 and Wi-Fi 8.1.

The data suggests that location and comfort are stronger than value and Wi-Fi. That is useful context when comparing Divan with the many 9.4–9.8 rated hotels now available in Göreme.

Reasons to consider Divan Cave House

  • 30 unique rooms
  • Excellent balloon-view terraces
  • 9.5 location score
  • Fairy Chimney room
  • Honeymoon jacuzzi rooms
  • Useful Family and Twin room options

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  • Overall score is currently 8.9
  • Value score is 8.6
  • Wi-Fi score is 8.1
  • Room features vary greatly
  • Some courtyards are shared
  • Uphill walk from lower Göreme

Who is Divan Cave House best for?

Divan is particularly useful for travellers who want panoramic terraces and a large choice of cave-room styles while remaining close to central Göreme.

Couples can target the Honeymoon or Divan Suite categories, while families and friends have dedicated Family and Twin options.

Who may prefer another hotel?

If the strongest possible current guest score matters most, compare Divan with Arif, Charming Cave, Artemis and several other Göreme properties currently rating above 9.4.

If a full indoor pool and spa complex is essential, CARUS or Anatolian Houses are stronger options.

Divan vs Mithra vs Sultan Cave Suites

All three are well known for Göreme terrace and balloon views. Divan currently has 30 rooms and a broad selection including Fairy Chimney, Family and Honeymoon options. Mithra focuses strongly on named balloon-view suites, while Sultan Cave Suites remains one of the best-known rooftop properties. Compare the exact room and current price rather than choosing by social-media reputation.

Compare the Best Balloon-View Hotels in Göreme →

Is Divan Cave House worth considering?

If you want a high Göreme location, big panoramic terraces and lots of cave-room choices, Divan belongs on the comparison list.

The strongest reason to choose it is a specific room that matches your trip—such as a Honeymoon jacuzzi room, Fairy Chimney room, Family room or the Divan Suite with private terrace—rather than simply booking the cheapest available category.

PRICE AND AVAILABILITY CHANGE DAILY

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Compare fireplace, jacuzzi, courtyard, terrace and room layout before booking.

Frequently asked questions

How many rooms does Divan Cave House have?

The hotel says Divan has 30 unique rooms.

Can you see balloons from Divan Cave House?

Yes. The official site specifically promotes its large terraces for balloon, sunrise and sunset views, subject to flight conditions and wind direction.

Does Divan have jacuzzi rooms?

Yes. Selected Honeymoon rooms include jacuzzis, while Booking.com also currently lists hot tub/jacuzzi facilities.

Does Divan have a Fairy Chimney room?

Yes. Room 350 is currently listed as the Fairy Chimney category, while the Divan Suite also incorporates a fairy-chimney setting.

Does Divan have a family room?

Yes. The current Family Room includes a living room, separate children's room, twin beds and a double bed.

Is Divan close to central Göreme?

Yes. Booking.com says the Göreme bus station is less than 600 metres away.

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