In the heart of Anatolia, Cappadocia is a high plateau of volcanic tuff sculpted into fairy chimneys, where the villages of Göreme, Uçhisar and Ürgüp have carved their houses into the rock. The altitude makes the nights cool, even after a sunny day. The cave hotels rely on indoor pools, heated pools and sometimes a private pool in a suite. I've selected 14 places, all rated at least 8/10; the top-rated is Heybe Hotel & Spa (8.9/10).
Each city has its own selection, with a page for each type of accommodation.
Places are ranked from highest to lowest rated. The yellow bubble shows the advertised water temperature, when it's known.
14 places shown
The pool. Heated indoor pool in the spa, with a sauna.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The spa is one of the most complete in the village: book treatments in advance.
The pool. Quiet indoor pool. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Few reviews so far: read the most recent ones.
The pool. Indoor pool with heated water, with a sauna.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. First thing in the morning the pool is quiet: the hot-air balloons drift over Göreme before it fills up.
The pool. Heated outdoor pool, open in season, with a view of the valley.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The pool only opens in season: get the dates confirmed before you book.
The pool. Heated circular pool beneath a domed roof.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The dome is what makes the hotel stand out: ask about the pool's opening hours.
The pool. Heated outdoor pool, facing the valleys of Uçhisar.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The opening period isn't published: ask about it before you book.
The pool. Indoor pool. Heating isn't specified.
One guest notes that the pool was quiet during their stay; I haven't found any comments on the temperature.
Guide's tip. The pool is intimate: perfect for a peaceful swim at the end of the day.
The pool. Indoor pool visible in the hotel's photos. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The pool only appears in the photos: get it confirmed before you book.
The pool. Heated private pool in one suite; no shared pool reported.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The pool belongs to one suite: be sure to specify the room category when you book.
The pool. Heated indoor pool, closed in summer; outdoor pool open only in summer. The hotel points out that the indoor pool temperature may vary.
One guest finds the pool very clean; another found it under renovation during their stay.
Guide's tip. The indoor pool closes in summer: check which pool will be open on your dates.
The pool. Heated indoor pool.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Very few published reviews: the rating is based on a small sample.
The pool. Indoor pool in the spa, and an outdoor pool open in season. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Out of season, only the indoor pool is open: check this if you're counting on the outdoor pool.
The pool. Indoor pool and hammam. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask whether the pool is reserved for adults at certain times.
The pool. Indoor and outdoor pools. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. A conventional hotel rather than a cave hotel, with a proper covered pool.
These places don't have a confirmed heated pool, but they do have a hot tub: the water is hot all year round. A good way to relax in the warm.
These places were suggested to us directly by their owners. The heated pool is declared by them; they don't yet have enough guest reviews to join the selection.
In my selection, the top-rated is Heybe Hotel & Spa (Hotel), with 8.9/10 (717 reviews · Booking.com). Next come Asmalı Konak Cave Suites of Cappadocia (9.8/10) and Carus Cappadocia (9.6/10).
None of the places selected in Cappadocia clearly advertises a pool heated all year round. At Aza Cave Hotel and Kapadokya Hill Hotel & Spa, heating is seasonal (heated in season). Heybe Hotel & Spa, Asmalı Konak Cave Suites of Cappadocia and Carus Cappadocia have an indoor pool, sheltered from the wind. Either way, ask for the heating dates before you book.
None of the places selected in Cappadocia gives a precise temperature. Ask the property before booking, especially out of season.
The word "heated" on a booking page isn't enough. Every place must have a rating of at least 8/10 (or 4/5) and carries one of these four levels.
Guests mention the heated water in their reviews, with the season when they say so.
A journalist or guide who stayed there describes the heated pool.
The hotel or the platform says so, but I haven't yet found a review that confirms it.
Heating isn't specified, but the water is sheltered from the wind and cold air. Ask for the temperature before you book.
I left these out because guests report water colder than advertised, or because no heating or indoor pool is mentioned.
| Place | What the sources say | Rating | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cappadocia Caves Hotel | Seasonal outdoor pool; one traveller regrets that it isn't heated. | 8,6/10 | Pool not heated |
| Kelebek Cave Hotel | Seasonal outdoor pool, no mention of heating. | 9,8/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pool) |
| Barceló Cappadocia | Outdoor pool open from June to September, no mention of heating. | 9,4/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pool) |
| Kayakapı Premium Caves | Hotels.com describes seasonal outdoor pools; no reliable source for a heated pool. | 9,8/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pool) |
| Osmanlı Cappadocia Hotel | Seasonal outdoor pool, no mention of heating. | 9,5/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pool) |
| Rustic Caves | Seasonal outdoor pool, no mention of heating. | 9,3/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pool) |
| Cappadocia Secret Hill Cave Suites | Outdoor pool advertised as open all year round, but heating is not specified. | 9,4/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pool) |
| Zafora Cave Suites | Outdoor pool advertised as open all year round, no mention of heating. | 9,6/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pool) |
Sources: Hotels.com, Booking.com, Expedia.
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