Set in a roughly 200-year-old historic Greek stone mansion in Güzelyurt, the Cappadocia Antique Gelveri Cave Hotel offers individually styled cave and stone rooms with large terraces overlooking the town, Hasandağı, and the monastery valley. The property includes a cave restaurant and a cave wine house, and lies about 14 km from the Ihlara Valley, making it the province's signature characterful stay.
The Cappadocia Antique Gelveri Cave Hotel is one of Aksaray province's most distinctive properties, housed in a roughly 200-year-old Greek stone mansion in the hilltop town of Güzelyurt (historically known as Gelveri) in the westernmost reaches of the Cappadocia region of Turkey. The property occupies a multi-level historic structure on Akropol Sokak, with large terraces commanding panoramic views over Güzelyurt's rooftops, the volcanic cone of Hasandağı, and the green monastery valley below. Güzelyurt is approximately 14 km from the Ihlara Valley entrance and about 40 km from central Aksaray, making it a compelling base for travellers combining cave heritage, volcanic scenery, and valley hiking.
Room types include Standard Cave Rooms, Stone Mansion Rooms, Deluxe Cave Rooms, and Family Rooms, each individually styled with period furniture, stone-cut walls, and terrace access. Breakfast is included in the room rate and served on the terrace overlooking the valley. The hotel's cave restaurant serves traditional Turkish and regional Cappadocian dishes, and a cave wine house provides an atmospheric setting for evening drinks and local wines. The property is rated 4.5 by guests — the highest score of any accommodation in Aksaray province — and consistently outperforms larger mid-range hotels in the area among guests seeking authentic Cappadocian atmosphere outside the commercially busier Göreme corridor. Room rates of 1,500–2,600 TRY per night are competitive for the level of character and setting delivered. The property is particularly popular with couples and photographers drawn by the exceptional quality of light over the monastery valley at sunset.
Room types
- Standard Cave Room
- Stone Mansion Room
- Deluxe Cave Room
- Family Room
Amenities
- restaurant
- bar
- wine house
- terrace
- wifi
- parking
- breakfast included
- air conditioning
Location
Yukarı Mahallesi, Akropol Sokak No:14, 68500 Güzelyurt, Aksaray, Turkey
38.2761, 34.3678 View on map
Highlights
- 200-year-old Greek stone mansion with individually styled cave and stone rooms
- Panoramic terrace views over Güzelyurt, Hasandağı, and the monastery valley
- Cave restaurant and atmospheric cave wine house for meals and evening drinks
- 14 km from the Ihlara Valley entrance — ideal base for combining valley hiking with heritage stays
- Highest-rated property in Aksaray province at 4.5 with breakfast included
Tips for visiting
- Book the Deluxe Cave Room for the best terrace views over Hasandağı — these sell out quickly in spring and autumn
- Sunset from the terrace over the monastery valley is exceptional; plan arrival before dusk to catch it
- The cave wine house is a highlight — ask reception in the evening about locally sourced wines available
- Güzelyurt's rock-cut churches and monastery ruins are a short walk from the property; combine with an Ihlara Valley hike the next morning
- The property sits on a cobblestone hillside street; wheeled luggage is impractical — pack light or ask staff for assistance
Accessibility
The hotel occupies a multi-level 200-year-old stone mansion on a cobblestone hillside in Güzelyurt. The historic structure and sloping terrain present significant challenges for guests with mobility impairments; the property is not recommended for wheelchair users or those requiring step-free access.
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Frequently asked questions
Is breakfast included at Cappadocia Antique Gelveri Cave Hotel?
Yes, breakfast is included in the room rate and is served on the terrace with views over Güzelyurt and the monastery valley below.
How close is the hotel to the Ihlara Valley?
The main Ihlara Valley entrance is approximately 14 km west of Güzelyurt, about a 20-minute drive from the hotel.
What room types does the hotel offer?
Categories include Standard Cave Rooms, Stone Mansion Rooms, Deluxe Cave Rooms, and Family Rooms, all individually styled within the historic 200-year-old stone mansion.
Is the hotel suitable for couples?
Yes, the atmospheric cave rooms, terrace views over the monastery valley, and cave wine house make the property particularly popular with couples and photographers.