Doors Of Cappadocia

A fantastic hotel with magical views As a travel agent, I love sending clients to hotels I’ve personally experienced. In this case, it was the other way around — I had already recommended the Doors of Cappadocia to clients who came back delighted, and now I can say the same after my own stay. Check-in & Facilities The welcome was smooth and friendly. A quick tip: reception is located at the top level, but your room may not be, so don’t haul your luggage up unnecessarily. The hotel has a nice bar, well-stocked for both daytime and evening drinks. The pool is a real highlight, though the pool towels could use refreshing (a little worn and mismatched). Dining Breakfast was plentiful with lots of choice and a pleasant start to the day. Lunch, however, is limited with only a handful of options — the burger was tasty, but overall the menu could be improved. We chose not to dine in for dinner as the evening menu was similarly limited, but the town is only a short walk away and offers plenty of restaurants. Views Absolutely breathtaking. From the rooftop terrace, you get an incredible panorama of the hot air balloons rising over Göreme. For a hotel so close to town, the views exceeded expectations and are reason enough to stay here. Rooms We stayed in room 105, the top-floor King Suite. It was beautiful — traditional stone design, very clean, and well-equipped. The bed was firm (common in Turkey), which we didn’t mind, though the pillows could be better — perhaps offering both firm and soft options would improve comfort. Location Perfectly placed, just a 10-minute walk to countless restaurants, bars, and shops. Everything you need is on your doorstep. Summary This is a hotel we would absolutely return to, and I can confidently recommend it to my clients. The views alone make it worth booking. A little advice: don’t pay extra for a specific room type in hopes of a view — no rooms overlook the balloons directly, so you’ll be heading to the rooftop terrace anyway. Save your money and enjoy the shared spaces, because you’ll spend more time outside soaking up the magic than in your room.