Hezen Cave Hotel
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| General information | |
| Location | Ortahisar, Ürgüp, Nevşehir, Cappadocia, Turkey |
| Opening | 2011 |
| Other information | |
| Number of rooms | 19 |
| Website | |
| hezenhotel.com | |
Hezen Cave Hotel is a boutique cave hotel located in Ortahisar, Cappadocia, Turkey. Established in 2011, the hotel was created by restoring eight ancient rock-carved Greek homes, which were converted into modern cave rooms and suites while preserving their historical character. The property is known for its panoramic terraces overlooking Ortahisar Castle and the surrounding Balkandere Valley.
Location
The hotel is in the historic village of Ortahisar in the Ürgüp district of Nevşehir Province, part of the Cappadocia region in central Turkey. It is situated within walking distance of Ortahisar Castle and near the Göreme National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.[1]
History
Founded in 2011, the hotel involved converting eight abandoned stone homes—some centuries old—into a boutique cave hotel. The renovation took careful preservation measures, using traditional stone masonry and discreetly integrating modern plumbing and electrical systems.[2][3]
Facilities and Features
Hezen Cave Hotel originally opened with 14 rooms and expanded to 19 cave rooms and suites carved into volcanic tuff rock, each featuring unique stone-carved interiors.[2][3]
Amenities include:
- Terraces overlooking Ortahisar Castle
- Traditional Turkish breakfast buffet (jams, honeys, breads, cheeses) served on-site[2]
- Terrace restaurant offering mezze and traditional desserts, with dinner available at additional cost[4]
- Hammam-style bathrooms in superior suites
- Honesty bar and lounge terrace (self-service drinks)
- Shuttle to Ürgüp and airport transfers[2]
- Laundry facilities
Eco-friendly measures include water-saving bathrooms, solar heating, and the preservation of original stone structures.[1]
Recognition
- Named among the top 20 small hotels in Turkey in the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards 2017.[5]
- Identified as a “Traveler’s Choice” property in more recent TripAdvisor listings, indicating it ranks in its top 10% category.[6]
- Selected by Tablet Hotels for its distinctive heritage design and elevated hospitality.[1]
- Received the 2025 Travel & Hospitality European Award for excellence in service.[7]
Reception
Travel critics have praised the hotel’s blend of historic cave architecture and modern comforts. Oyster.com highlighted its breakfast, spa, shuttle service, and hospitality.[2][1] Guest reviewers commonly noted the tranquility, views, attentive service, and restaurant food.[4][6]
See also
- Cappadocia
- Ortahisar Castle
- Cave hotels in Turkey
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Cave Inn: Constructing a Cave Hotel in Cappadocia". Guide Michelin. Retrieved 8 July 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 "Hezen Cave Hotel Review". Oyster.com. Retrieved 8 July 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "About Our Hotel". Hezen Cave Hotel. Retrieved 8 July 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Hezen Cave Hotel Restaurant: Pictures & Reviews". Tripadvisor. Retrieved 8 July 2025.
- ↑ "Best Cave Hotels in Cappadocia". IstanbulClues.com. Retrieved 8 July 2025.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Hezen Cave Hotel, top 10% hotel in Ortahisar". Tripadvisor. Retrieved 8 July 2025.
- ↑ "Hezen Cave Hotel is a Travel & Hospitality Awards Winner for 2025". Travel & Hospitality Awards. Retrieved 8 July 2025.
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