Cappadocia Gamirasu Cave Hotel - Ayvali

Cappadocia Gamirasu Cave Hotel - A historical cave hotel with an on-site 11th-century church

Historical Cave Church & Unique Architecture

Cappadocia Gamirasu Cave Hotel in Ayvali is the only hotel in the region that houses a fully preserved 11th-century cave church with original frescoes. Guests can explore this historical site without leaving the property, an experience not available at other cave hotels in Cappadocia. The hotel's cave rooms are carved directly into the tuff rock, with each room featuring hand-embroidered linens and antique furnishings.

Accommodations

The Roman King Suite includes a private hamam and jacuzzi area, while superior family rooms offer patio seating with picnic tables. Deluxe cave rooms provide private balconies overlooking the surrounding valley and cave formations. All 36 rooms come with air conditioning, soundproof walls, and heating systems for year-round comfort.

Dining & Cuisine

The hotel restaurant serves Turkish, Mediterranean, and international dishes using organic produce from its own garden. Breakfast includes freshly baked bread, local cheeses, and eggs cooked to order, with options for halal, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets. Dinner features a set menu with wine pairings, and staff bring fruit platters to guests by the pool without request.

Wellness & Activities

Guests can book full-body or couples massages in the hotel's treatment rooms, which include neck, hand, and foot massage options. The outdoor swimming pool offers valley views and a hot tub, with poolside bar service for drinks and snacks. Free bicycle rental and guided hiking tours through Cappadocia's valleys are organized daily by the tour desk.

Location & Surroundings

Cappadocia Gamirasu Cave Hotel sits in the quiet village of Ayvali, 5 km from Urgup and 30 minutes from Goreme Open Air Museum. The hotel provides free private parking with electric vehicle charging stations and a shuttle service to nearby attractions. Guests can walk to the Mazı Underground City and Urgup Museum within a short drive.

• Unique Feature: Only hotel with a historical cave church on-site
• Rooms: Roman King Suite with private bathtub and jacuzzi
• Dining: Farm-to-table dining with organic produce from hotel garden
• Wellness: Full-body massage and hot tub with valley views
• Activities: Free bicycle rental and organized hiking tours
• Location: 5 km from Urgup, 30 min from Goreme Open Air Museum

Licence number: 13664