Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Car hire
Outdoor furniture
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Incredible views
Delicious food
Cons:
Small room size noted
Shared spaces could be improved

Categories

Cleanliness
9.5
Cleanliness was mentioned positively across multiple reviews.
Service
10
Staff, especially Han, received high praise for their helpfulness and friendliness.
Location
9.97
The location offers spectacular views and easy access to local attractions.
Room Quality
9.51
Rooms were generally described as comfortable, though one review noted a small room size.
Amenities
9.46
The hotel amenities including the spa tub and buffet breakfast were enjoyed by guests.
Value for Money
9.99
Guests felt they received good value for their stay, especially given the excellent service.
Food and Beverage
9.95
Breakfast and food quality received many positive comments.
Overall Experience
10
The reviews highlighted a memorable and delightful stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 23:45

Property Description

Panoramic Views and Convenient Location
Arif Cave Hotel, perched atop Göreme, boasts breathtaking panoramic views of the picturesque landscape. Its proximity to the town centre allows for easy exploration while offering a tranquil retreat.

Unique Room Decor and Sunset Views
Each room at Arif Cave Hotel is intricately decorated, providing guests with a one-of-a-kind experience. Unwind with a glass of wine on the terrace and witness stunning sunset views that will leave you in awe.

Organized Tours and Hot Air Balloon Rides
Experience the wonders of Göreme and Cappadocia with tours organized by Arif Cave Hotel. For a truly unforgettable adventure, embark on a hot air balloon ride arranged conveniently through the hotel.

Indulge in a memorable stay at Arif Cave Hotel, where luxury meets nature seamlessly.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 1706 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.5
Service: 10
Location: 9.97
Room Quality: 9.51
Amenities: 9.46
Value for Money: 9.99
Food and Beverage: 9.95
Overall Experience: 10
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samir couple us
10
The hotel was spotless and perfectly located, but what truly made our stay unforgettable was the exceptional staff. Han,
Pros:

The facility was excellent—beautifully located, with a room offering truly breathtaking views.

Cons:

The hotel was spotless and perfectly located, but what truly made our stay unforgettable was the exceptional staff. Han, in particular, is simply indescribable—there aren’t enough words to capture how wonderful he is. He made us feel completely at home from the moment we arrived and went above and beyond to accommodate us in every way. When he learned that our transfer was scheduled very early in the morning, he thoughtfully arranged a takeaway breakfast for us without hesitation. Every question we had was answered with care and attention.
The entire team was fantastic (apologies that I only remember Mustafa by name), but they all contributed to such a warm and welcoming experience. Han truly stands out, though—he is a gem. Thank you all for taking such incredible care of us.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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ya couple jp
10
非日常感で親切
Pros:

ホテルを出発する時間が早朝で、出来るだけ長くホテルから気球を眺めたかったため、空港までシャトルバスを使うかタクシーで向かうか迷ってました。ホテルの方に相談したところ、鑑賞時間・出発時間・交通費・気球開催される確率などを丁寧に説明してくださり、私たちが満足できるように提案してくれました。結果的にシャトルバスを使用しましたが、気球鑑賞も満足できるくらいできました。また、朝食時間より早くホテルを出発しなければなりませんでしたが、サンドウィッチを作ってくださり、空港で食べました。とても親切で嬉しかったです。

Cons:

特にありません。

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Iulia solo_traveller ro
10
Wonderful
Pros:

I have been to some wonderful stays, but this one was something else. Everything felt exceptional. The room was amazing and super clean. The staff was exceeding the expectations. They have been very warm and helpful, and even gave me a surprise cake for my birthday! Big shout out to Gokhan and his team!
The breakfast was amazingly good, and the views of the hotels are the best in the city. They are just across the most famous city view point, and you may go there for free as you are a guest of the hotel.
I highly recommend this stay!

Cons:

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2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Antonella couple it
10
Eccezionale. Oltre ogni aspettativa
Pros:

Non ci sono parole per descrivere il nostro soggiorno all'Arif Cave Hotel! La struttura ha superato qualunque nostra aspettativa. L'hotel si trova nel punto più alto, perfetto per ammirare la mongolfiere al mattino. Si trova proprio a due minuti a piedi dal punto panoramico in cui generalmente si va a vedere alba e tramonto (poiché l'hotel è così in alto non abbiamo dovuto pagare il ticket di accesso al punto panoramico che è, appunto, a pagamento). La nostra stanza era favolosa e con un affaccio meraviglioso su Goreme. Ringraziamo di cuore HAN, per aver reso il nostro soggiorno memorabile. Ci siamo sentiti coccolati e a casa. La colazione viene cucinata sul momento (è davvero abbondante!). L'ultima mattina, in cui siamo partiti presto, Han ci ha fatto trovare una busta con un pasto take away per non arrivare a digiuno in aeroporto. Ringraziamo tutto il team.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Ariel couple de
10
Pros:

It was a great experience. We had the Chimney Fairy Room and we loved it. Han was a great host and he was very communicative and helpful for everything. Thank you!

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Joaquin solo_traveller ar
10
Excelente opción
Pros:

Excelente atencion de Gokhan y todos los demás. Excelente desayuno y muy lindo lugar.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Jakub couple it
10
Posto scenografico, bellissimo :)
Pros:

L’hotel è stupendo. La particolarità di soggiornare una notte in una cava è stata pazzesca. Il personale è stato anche super disponibile perché avevamo inclusa la colazione ma avendo il transfer per l’aeroporto la mattina presto, non facevamo in tempo a mangiare. Si sono offerti di prepararci qualcosa la sera per la mattina dopo.

Cons:

Niente, tutto bellissimo.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Flavie et Marc couple fr
10
Incroyable
Pros:

Tout est parfait. L’emplacement, la chambre, le petit déjeuner, l’hostilité des personnes y travaillent, surtout Han qui a été très gentil, attentif à nos demandes et très attentionné. Nous avons passé un excellent moment je vous recommande.

Cons:

Rien

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Shahin couple de
10
Pros:

Sehr gut gelegen , sehr schöne Zimmer , wunderschöner Ausblick. Sehr sehr nette Hotelmitarbeiter und der Hotel Manager Han war sehr freundlich hat uns viele Infos gegeben und immer geholfen und unterstützt ! Sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Karima solo_traveller fr
10
Magique
Pros:

Arif hotel est très bien placé en hauteur proche du du sunrise view. L’hôtel est très mignon , confortable et les lits super ! Hari est un super hôte souriant , serviable et aux petits soins .
C’est un sans faute !

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Aleksei couple ru
10
Мы в восторге! Кападокии - респект, а Ариф -лучший!
Pros:

Шикарный вид и локация! Выше нет отеля в Гёреме, находится прямо под видовой площадкой, на которую едут со всех сторон города. С балкона нашего номера город был как на ладони. До центра пешком 5-7 минут. Если бы поехал в следующий раз, другой альтернативы нет. Еще понравилось отношение персонала и забота о гостях - от организации завтрака, подачи блюд, до полетов на шарах - всё 10 баллов! В последний день нам перенесли время вылета самолета с обеда на 22-00. Нам любезно предоставили наш номер до конца дня и мы с комфортом им пользовались до 19-00 без всяких доплат. Отдельное спасибо управляющему Хану!

Cons:

Не закрывающая дверь на балкон, но это не критично, при всех остальных плюсах.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Yu couple jp
10
A heartwarming stay with exceptional hospitality
Pros:

I stayed at your hotel for 2 nights from May 4th to May 6th.

During my stay, I was truly grateful for all the support they provided. In particular, when I was feeling unwell, I deeply appreciated their help in arranging a hospital visit, which made me feel very safe and supported.

At check-out, I was also not feeling well, and I did not have cash with me, so I was unable to properly express my gratitude at that time. I had been thinking about this with regret after leaving.

After returning to Japan and recovering, I reached out again to thank you. In response, the team kindly said, “You don’t need to send anything” and “Your kind heart is more than enough.”I was truly touched by their kindness. I was deeply moved by how they value people’s feelings over money. Even after returning to Japan, I have continued to feel the warmth of this experience.

The hotel was always kept clean, and the staff consistently showed great care and concern for me even while I was unwell. The room and view were already wonderful, but what made my stay truly special was being welcomed by such warm and kind-hearted people.

Throughout my stay, I was able to feel completely at ease thanks to their constant kindness and hospitality. It was truly a heartwarming experience.

I would especially like to thank Betty for her exceptional support. As she mentioned on our first day, I hope to return for a 5-night stay next time. When I do, I would love to thank you in person.

Thank you very much once again.

Cons:

Everything was perfect throughout my stay.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Yiran solo_traveller cn
10
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Takumi solo_traveller jp
10
Pros:

朝食がとても美味しくて、温かいメニューとしてメネメンやチーズのパンなどをたくさん提供してくれました。
ロケーションも完璧で、5分くらい歩くとギョレメの街を見下ろしてウチヒサルの城やローズバレーを見渡せる絶景スポットがあります。
そして何よりスタッフの皆様のホスピタリティが素晴らしく、雨の中ではありましたがとても楽しく過ごすことができました。

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Ana Maria couple us
10
Great experience!
Pros:

Good location, beautiful rooms, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Feifan couple cn
9
Pros:

位置好,老板和员工都很热情,早餐好吃

Cons:

设施略陈旧

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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RYOSUKE solo_traveller jp
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Madalyn couple us
10
Magical stay in beautiful location with amazing hospitality.
Pros:

An absolutely magical location, perfect view, amazing hospitality, and great staff! Breakfast cannot be beat! It rained our whole trip, but we still had a fantastic time and that was largely thanks to the Arif Cave Hotel.

Cons:

Nothing I can think of.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Analia solo_traveller us
10
excelente hotel y servicio
Pros:

el desayuno excelente ,habia de todo y un gran servicio !! mucha amabilidad .... volveria sin duda

2026-01-21 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple au
10
2026-01-20 via Nuitee