[2025 Goreme Stay] Travel Guide for Kelebek Special Cave Hotel & Spa (Updated Apr)

Sisters, listen to my advice! I just got back from Cappadocia and angrily deleted 300 useless photos. 😭 It's not that the hot air balloons weren't beautiful, it's these cave hotels that made me take so many photos my memory exploded! I regretted not bringing 10 outfits the entire time... 🏨 Kelebek Special Cave Hotel They say it's Sultan Cave Suites' younger sister, and they're not lying! You can spend half the price and stroll to the Sultan terrace to take the same hot air balloon reflection photos. 🌅 My sunrise photos by the pool blew up my social media, but the cold water made me shiver like crazy (those sensitive to cold, remember to wrap yourself in a bathrobe!). 🏜️ Sultan Cave Suites The carpets on the famous terrace are worn bare! 😱 People start saving spots at 5 am! But when the Wi-Fi was so bad I wanted to smash my phone, I suddenly realized that without internet, I could actually focus on watching the hot air balloons rise. 🎈 The honey cheese rolls at breakfast were so good I licked the plate clean, but I had to fight the seagulls for them... 🛁 Artemis Cave Suites With 4 terraces, I couldn't stop taking photos! The Turkish bath at the spa almost pickled me (the auntie scrubbing me was way too strong). The big golden retriever in the hotel steals bacon at breakfast 🥓, but who could scold such a good boy?! 🏛️ Museum Hotel Soaking in the heated pool while watching the hot air balloons is truly a worthwhile experience! The bathtub in the room is big enough to swim in, and the antique furniture makes you feel like the heroine of a period drama. 👑 It's just that the location in Uçhisar is a bit remote, and the taxi fare is enough to buy three glasses of pomegranate juice! 💎 Hanedan Cappadocia What's it like to live in a 400-year-old Ottoman mansion? The breakfast room is as beautiful as a painting 🖼️, but in winter, after taking photos, the breakfast is frozen solid... It's super convenient, just a 4-minute walk to the town center, and the smell of the late-night lamb kebabs kept me awake! 🌙 Cappadocia Cave Suites Watching the moon rise from the bar terrace is amazing! The fig trees in the garden drop ripe figs, and they're super sweet to pick and eat~ It's just that the internet is always loading, which forces you to put down your phone and look at the starry sky. 🌌 🐾 Local Cave House Hotel Who can resist Max, the tail-wagging working dog! The cocktails at the panoramic bar are amazing, and while waiting for the hot air balloons on the terrace in the morning, I suddenly understood why people propose here. 💍 ⚠️ Hard-earned lessons learned: 1️⃣ Soundproofing in cave hotels is practically non-existent! Don't be surprised if you hear snoring next door. 2️⃣ Wear white or red for the best photos on the terrace. Don't be like me and wear gray pants like a construction worker. 3️⃣ The road from Goreme town center to the hotels is all gravel and steep slopes. Your suitcase wheels will cry. 4️⃣ Hot air balloons don't fly every day, so book at least three nights to be safe! Looking at my photos now, it still feels magical. These hotels carved into the volcanic rock look like stars scattered across the earth when they're lit up at night. ✨ Anyone want to go again next year? This time I'm bringing a 128G phone!

Hey mamas! I took my 7-year-old to explore cave hotels in Cappadocia, and now this little one hugs his pillow every day saying "I want to go back to sleep on Mars!"🚀 I've put together a detailed review of 7 magical hotels based on our real experience. Let me show you how to discover Earth's most moon-like landscape through a fairy tale lens! ▫️Sunrise Pool Views That'll Blow Your Mind The pool at Kelebek Special Cave Hotel is pure magic! Dragged my kid out of bed at 5 AM, wrapped in blankets by the pool, and when hundreds of hot air balloons floated overhead, he was speechless: "Mom, they're cooking colorful dumplings in the sky!"🌅 Even better - this hotel shares a terrace with Sultan Cave Suites. For just $300+ per person, you can enjoy their famous carpet breakfast spot. Dress your little one in traditional clothes for Instagram-worthy photos that'll steal the show! ▫️Heated Pool: Winter's Best Friend Who knows the joy of swimming in -10°C weather! The Museum Hotel's heated pool helped my little penguin unlock his "swimming in snow achievement"❄️ While floating and watching balloons rise over Uçhisar Castle ruins, my kid suddenly turned into a history buff: "Mom, is this what Byzantine warriors saw?" (This mama's cramming history lessons overnight🤯) ▫️Pet Strategy: Operation Win Over Human Cubs Artemis Cave Suites and Rox Cave Hotel are perfect for kids! The hotel's star dog Max plays fetch and teaches rolling tricks. On our last day, my kid stuffed cookies into Max's fur as "strategic reserves"🍪 The cat at Sultan Cave Suites is even better, waiting for balloons with kids on the terrace - photos look like a spin-off of "Hotel Transylvania"! ▫️400-Year Time Travel Breakfast Henna Hotel gave my kid the full theatrical experience! Eating breakfast on 400-year-old Ottoman stone steps, with staff teaching him to pour apple tea from antique copper kettles🍎 Wearing the hotel's traditional costume, he suddenly announced: "The prince shall now dine" (definitely inherited my dramatic flair😅) ▫️Adorable Cave Turndown Service New surprises every evening! Cappadocia Moon Hotel makes hot air balloons from towels🧺, Kelebek Special Cave Hotel leaves mini pottery by children's pillows. At checkout, my kid collected gifts from all seven hotels, proudly declaring himself a "Cave Warrior"🏅 Museum Hotel goes further, making kids' desserts look like archaeological fossils - my chocolate-covered kid kept asking to "continue excavating"! ▫️Outdoor Cinema Turns Astronomy Class Rox Cave Hotel's stargazing terrace is amazing! While lying on Turkish carpets waiting for the Milky Way, staff used laser pointers to teach constellations🌌 Now my kid points to Alpha Centauri saying: "That's where the Trisolarians live!" (Dad immediately ordered "A Brief History of Time"🤣) Tips: ✅Golden hour for balloon photos is within 1h after sunrise ✅Museum Hotel serves dinosaur fossil cakes at afternoon tea ✅Best time for Sultan terrace photos is 7 AM when it's least crowded ✅Book Henna Hotel's antique rooms 3 months ahead Now my kid carries around volcanic rocks from the cave hotel, calling them "magical eggs that hatch hot air balloons"🥚 So here's my question - how do I explain we weren't actually staying on a Mars base?!

Girls! On the "Martian surface" of Türkiye, my 6-year-old daughter actually talked to an owl using cave paintings! This place, Cappadocia, where even *Star Wars* was filmed, hides 10 amazing cave hotels. They even deliver breakfast baskets by hot air balloon🎈! ✨【Sultan Cave Suites: The carpets came alive!】 The moment I rushed onto the terrace, I was almost breathless from the beauty! The Turkish carpets everywhere are definitely not for walking on—the photogenic butler taught my daughter how to pose like she was flying, and even gave her magic coins to exchange for ice cream afterward🍦! The cave bathtub in the room has a built-in starry sky projection, and while my daughter was soaking, she suddenly shouted, "Mom! There are ancient fairies dancing on the wall!" 🦉【Museum Hotel: A baby owl hatched from an antique bathtub】 Living in the cave palace of Uçhisar is a treasure hunt every day! My daughter was studying a bronze candlestick with a magnifying glass when suddenly a snowy owl popped out of the antique bathtub🦉! The heated pool is perfect for watching hot air balloons take off, and the waiter brought us glowing cotton candy. After one bite, my daughter declared, "This is a ticket for the Hogwarts Express!" 🐕【Artemis Cave Suites: A golden retriever tour guide leads the treasure hunt】 Who can resist Max, the golden retriever guide? This star dog led my daughter with a map to find hidden caves, and she even dug up a wish bottle left by a previous guest💌. The best part was the Turkish bath, where the masseuse used hot stone slabs to give my daughter a "cave sandwich." Her cheeks were as red as pomegranate juice when she came out～ 🎈【Kelebek Special Cave Hotel: Wake-up call from a hot air balloon】 I woke up at 5 am to the beautiful reflection in the pool! This sister hotel of the Sultan is the king of cost-effectiveness; you can enjoy the same terrace for half the price. The staff lowered our breakfast in a hot air balloon-shaped basket from the courtyard, and my daughter was so excited she almost smeared jam all over the rock walls🍯! It's super convenient to walk to the town, and buying my daughter a fairy cape instantly transformed her into a local～ 🌙【Lunar Cappadocia Hotel: An alien appeared at the open-air cinema】 The night on the garden terrace was so magical! The projector played *E.T.* on the moon-like landscape, and a real hot air balloon floated by just as the spaceship took off in the movie👽! My daughter ran after the shadows with a glowing fairy wand and finally fell asleep in a hammock, counting the stars～ 💡Hard-earned tips: 1️⃣Request a room "with a window" when booking! We stayed in a windowless cave once, and my daughter said it felt like being swallowed by a troll. 2️⃣Museum Hotel is the top choice for kids! Heated pool + antique bathtub, with a super stable hot water supply. 3️⃣The Wi-Fi at Sultan Hotel is indeed terrible, but the butler thoughtfully provides offline treasure maps. 4️⃣The best season for hot air ballooning is May–September, so remember to book a hotel with a wake-up call service. When we checked out, my daughter buried her magic coin in a crack in the rock: "For the next kid, as a key～" Who understands? My daughter, raised in this alien landscape, even dreams of piloting a hot air balloon castle～ Next year, when I save enough money, we'll come back and chase the sunset on ATVs🏍️!

The itinerary was mainly based on the deep blue of the Mediterranean Sea in winter, so we did not arrange a self-driving trip on D400, and naturally we also gave up the towns of Fethiye and Kaş. Considering that Istanbul Airport was far away, I flew directly to Izmir after entering the country. All four domestic legs were flights. Fortunately, except for the last leg which was delayed for more than an hour, there were no overbooking or cancellations as I had seen in the guidebook. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Tickets are only accepted in lira, in cash or by card. I only used some Euros to buy things at Istanbul Airport. 4️⃣I rented a car from Sixt in Izmir and Kayseri. It was a good experience with no problems. Just be aware that there are two parking buildings at Izmir Airport. When renting a car, you must ask which parking building to return the car to. It is like a maze inside and is not easy to find. 5️⃣ Common supermarkets include Sok, BIM, A101, and Migros. If you see them, you can go in and buy supplies. You can also buy souvenir snacks, chocolates, etc. in these supermarkets. 🌡️ Temperature and outfit In mid-to-late January, Izmir and Antalya are around 10 degrees, so thick sweatshirts and coats are enough. Istanbul is 7-8 degrees and windy, so you need to wear a hat when taking a boat. Goreme is a bit colder, around 0 degrees, so a down jacket will do, but it won’t feel as cold as Beijing. The city guides are being updated one after another. If you have any questions, you can leave a message at any time.

#getgoing2025 #cappadocia #insta_worthy #travel #staycation #myitinerary #resorts Staying at the Kelebek Special Cave Hotel and Spa was nothing short of a dream. The different terraces to immerse the views of Cappadocia fairy chimneys is perfect to soak in sunset views. The staff is friendly and accommodating. There is a cute little dog here called Whiskey who is fun to play with. The breakfast buffet is also pretty good. Definitely recommend staying here in Cappadocia.

Kelebek Special Cave Hotel is a charming and unique accommodation located in the heart of Göreme, Cappadocia.Kelebek offers a variety of accommodations, from traditional cave rooms to stone-arched suites. Each room is uniquely designed, reflecting the historical and geological charm of the region, but with modern comforts such as plush beds, underfloor heating, and en-suite bathrooms. Many rooms feature cozy fireplaces, traditional Turkish rugs, and handmade furnishings, giving guests an authentic yet comfortable experience.

The Butterfly Cave Hotel is located on the hill behind Goreme. It is in an excellent location. It is close to the town and occupy the commanding heights. It is a good place to watch the sunset. Although it is the hotel's terrace, but there are no tourists who can stay at the hotel. We stayed here for one night. When the sun sets, it looks like the night is coming, it is really beautiful!