Elif Star Cave Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Göreme National Park. The coffee shop/cafe is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the sauna for a relaxing end to the day. A steam room, a snack bar/deli, and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
English, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Turkish
At a glance
Hotel size
9 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 6 AM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free offsite parking nearby
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Free area shuttle
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Free local shuttle
What to do
Mountain biking
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Discount at nearby fitness center
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safari nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Free pool cabanas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
Television in common areas
Sauna
Steam room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TRY 25 per person (one way)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for TRY 30.0 per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Elif Cave Hotel
Elif Cave Star Hotel
Elif Star Cave
Elif Star Cave Hotel
Elif Star Cave Hotel Nevsehir
Elif Star Cave Nevsehir
Elif Star Caves Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey
Elif Star Caves Hotel Goreme
Elif Star Cave Hotel Hotel
Elif Star Cave Hotel Nevsehir
Elif Star Cave Hotel Hotel Nevsehir
Frequently asked questions
Does Elif Star Cave Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Elif Star Cave Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Elif Star Cave Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Elif Star Cave Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Elif Star Cave Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TRY 25 per person one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Elif Star Cave Hotel?
Check-in start time: 6 AM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Elif Star Cave Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as mountain biking. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours and ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a sauna, a steam room, and a garden. Elif Star Cave Hotel also has access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Elif Star Cave Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers alfresco dining.
Does Elif Star Cave Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Elif Star Cave Hotel like?
Elif Star Cave Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Göreme National Park and 8 minutes' walk from Göreme Roman Castle.
Elif Star Cave Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Very good
28 April 2016
Elif Star: On Track but out of the Way
Elif Star was a great small hotel for our and a friend's two night trip to see Cappadocia. The rooms were pleasant, the water was hot, the bed comfortable, and breakfast sufficient. Our hosts were welcoming. Right in Goreme but a block or two up from the busier downtown, the location was quiet and accessible. Kadir was very helpful and friendly. The weather did not cooperate for a balloon ride this time but it was good enough for sightseeing. We enjoyed shopping at Sultan's Charm for Turkish bath towels and scarves.
Very helpful and nice staff (Kadir, Mustafa & others) who go above and beyond expectations to make your stay comfortable. (Including help after we left, posting some small items left in bedside table to another country)
We had a great time, saw amazing scenery, through green sightseeing tour & hot air ballooning - must do when in the area!
Loved our stay and loved the area!
Mick & Kristal
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
14 August 2015
Great service, highly recommended
Great service by Kadir and his family. Good location from centre of goreme
thi
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
8 July 2015
The cave house is good, and the staff is great!The tour I booked from this hotel also great including horse riding、ATV riding,hot air balloon,and green line.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2015
Service above and beyond
great place to stay. Lovely surroundings, Great facilities, clean and comfortable, and pleasantly cool. Kadir and his family were amazing hosts. They couldn't have been more helpful, kind and hospitable. We had health issues while there and they certainly went above and beyond to help us.
J & B
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
23 June 2015
Disappointing
In my observation, you get good service at this hotel if you are (a) young and pretty female (b) book tours through hotel. If you do not fall under category (a) or (b) you are not valued as a guest and the service is indifferent.
Joanne
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2015
Great
It was better than I would expected. It was comfotable, large, and silent.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 June 2015
What an awesome family and hotel to stay with
Having just finished 5 weeks of travel through Europe we would have to say this is definitely our favourite place. Our son and his fiancé were also with us, they have been travelling Europe and UK since September 2014 also voted this their favourite in all their travels.
What a unique location in the world. Kadir was so helpful from when we booked our room through to our airport pickup, tours and airport drop off. Lovely family run business. Not flash but clean and comfortable and so so cheap. Nothing is too much trouble.
Denjan
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2015
A great cave experience!
Nice, neat family-run establishment, very hospitable hosts. A true cave-like experience.
Gord
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 May 2015
Wonderful Staff, Enjoyable Stay
A warm and wonderful couple runs this cave hotel that is just a few minute walk from the center of Goreme. The rooms are simple but comfortable, and breakfast can be eaten on the patio, or inside. The manager, who is also the tour guide, is very helpful and knowledgeable about his area. A day tour with him is definitely worth while, for both the experience and the price. The hotel is also priced fairly and I would definitely stay there again.
Dana
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2015
Excellent Elif Star
We stayed in a room with a patio overlooking a beautiful landscape. The patio was the highlight of our stay. Also, the Turkish breakfast was something I really enjoyed. I would recommend this hotel to other people wanting to come here.
Michelle
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 April 2015
Wai Yeung
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
7 February 2015
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 January 2015
Great place to stay! Recommended.
Good hotel with good location, close by to many amenities. The manager was very helpful with booking and picked my parents to and from airport as agreed.
Zi-Han
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 October 2014
A friendly family run hotel worths the money
Gorgeous view and excellent home made food.
Ted
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 October 2014
A cave hotel with lots of ambiance
At the Elif Star Cave Hotel one experiences staying in a cave with a wonderful view and a charming family staff. Our room was quirky with a platform covering part of the floor (probably due to a stone). The accommodations are not luxurious but are comfortable and receive high marks for character.. The decor with Turkish rugs and accessories was charming. The room was dim, which was appropriate for a cave. We had to do our reading on the balcony which even had the best night lighting. The breakfast was substantial and tasty. We had dinner there one night and it was a lovely experience. Hosted by the father (motel manager), cooked by the wife, served by father, teenage sun, and preteen daughter. The younger son provided entertainment - dancing and gymnastics. The wine was made by the wife's uncle. One of the most memorable meals we had in Turkey.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2014
Good place to stay
The hotel room was very good, fully made of caves. We just stayed one day at the hotel and did the South Cappadocia tour. Kadir was a good host and very friendly. The stay at the hotel and the tour with him was very good.
Saravanan
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2014
kadir is one of a kind, hospitality at the best
This hotel is a beauty, impeccable, and the best service ever, booked also his tour and recommended without hesitation, kadir knows well his town history, enjoyed every moment of his tour, great lunch too.
jonathan perez
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2014
Highly reccomended
The hotel is family run, its set in an ideal location and the rooms are great, perfect if you want a cave room . The town centre is a few minutes walk away.The manager Kadir can arrange all your tours at a price much cheaper than other tour providers and he provides an excellent service. Overall it a very friendly, ideally situated lovely place to stay for a visit to Cappadocia.
Lorraine
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2014
A little gem in Goreme
Very quiet area of town, while still close to everything. Kadir was very helpful helping arrange cars, air balloon trip and providing information on other sights.
Martin
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
10 August 2014
Quaint Cave Hotel
The Elif Star is roughly a five minute walk from the city centre, and is situated on a quiet street. They serve a decent breakfast to get you started for the day, and the staff is overall friendly. However, we did notice a change in our treatment as guests after it was discovered that we had booked a tour through an outside company. This, unfortunately, negatively impacted our time at the Elif Star.
tar122
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2014
Lovely hotel
The friendliest, most helpful staff I've ever encountered. As well as answering questions, they were full of ideas and suggestions. Charming, lovely, warm, intelligent people who made every day of the week we spent with them a true pleasure.
happy guest
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2014
Amazing cave hotel!
This hotel was awesome. The owner insisted on bus station pick ups and drop offs (free) even tho the hotel is only 500m away. The views from the hotel are awesome and he rooms themselves are so cool! THe owner was also extremely helpful with information about tours, but also with tips for those who would prefer to DIY, like us. Would definitely recommend this place!
Danielle
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2014
Great place. Great staff
This hotel is great! The cave-rooms are fantastic and the owners are very friendly and helpful.
The owner is a tour guide as well so he even took us for a semi-private customised tour!
I totally recommend staying here.
José
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 March 2014
Welcoming place to stay
We enjoyed our stay in this hotel. Kadir and his wife are wonderful hosts, offering big, spacious rooms and the most delicious breakfast ever!!! Kadir is very knowledgeable about the area and can help with hikes and tours.