# Şah Saray Cave Suites

Şah Saray Cave Suites is a 12-suite cave hotel in Göreme, Cappadocia, which presents itself as the region's first and only certified halal-tourism hotel: no alcohol is served. Some suites have a rock-carved pool, a jacuzzi or a private Turkish bath. It is listed in the MICHELIN Guide. Expect about €330 per night for two in early June, breakfast not included.

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Şah Saray Cave Suites has a clear identity: a luxury cave hotel designed around halal tourism. The hotel presents itself as the first and only one in Cappadocia to hold a halal-tourism certificate; it serves no alcohol, and its hospitality, it says, is inspired by the traditions of Islamic civilisation. The MICHELIN Guide lists it, describing it as an alcohol-free family hotel. It suits travellers looking for this setting, and is worth knowing about before you book.

## Twelve suites in old cave houses

The suites occupy cave rooms that were home to a family several centuries ago. They draw on Ottoman and Seljuk architecture, with contemporary comfort. What sets the suites apart is their features: depending on the suite, a private pool carved into the rock, a jacuzzi with a view, a private Turkish bath or a fireplace. For a honeymoon, go for the pool or the jacuzzi; for a winter stay, the fireplace.

The Hürrem, Kösem and Mahpeyker rooms, named after Ottoman sultanas, are offered room-only; Kösem sleeps up to three.

## Terrace and restaurant

The hotel has a terrace facing the balloons, often mentioned by its guests, and an alcohol-free restaurant. Breakfast is served on site.

## Activities

The hotel arranges airport transfers, balloon flights, quad-bike and horse-riding outings, and pottery workshops. It also publishes a page on its website about places to see around Göreme.

For guests who wish, the hotel highlights the spiritual side of a stay, with time for prayer alongside the sightseeing, and dedicates a page of its website to halal tourism.

## Location

Şah Saray is in Göreme village. Uçhisar and the Göreme Open-Air Museum are a few minutes' drive away; Nevşehir Airport (NAV) is about 40 minutes. For the region, see our [Cappadocia](/en/turkey/cappadocia/) page.

## Prices

In October 2026, for two nights from 1 to 3 June 2027, Halalbooking offered the room only at about €330 per night for two adults, breakfast not included, non-refundable, all taxes included; the platform's member rate was about €320.

## Sabaro's view

**For whom**: travellers looking for a halal, alcohol-free hotel; couples and families who want a private pool or hammam in their suite.

**Strengths**: only twelve suites; the rock-carved pools; the terrace facing the balloons.

**Good to know**: no alcohol is served at the hotel; we could not find a public rating for it. For a Göreme hotel in a different spirit, with a pool, see [Aza Cave Hotel](/en/hotels/aza-cave-hotel/).

## Frequently asked questions

### Does the hotel serve alcohol?

No. Şah Saray presents itself as a certified halal-tourism hotel, alcohol-free.

### Are there suites with a private pool?

Yes, some suites have a rock-carved pool; others a jacuzzi or a private Turkish bath.

### How many suites does the hotel have?

Twelve.

### Is the hotel suitable for families?

Yes, the MICHELIN Guide describes it as a family hotel, and some rooms sleep three.

### Can I see the balloons from the hotel?

Yes, from the terrace.
