Hotels near Selime Monastery

Hotels near Selime Monastery

Kayaaltı, Selime/Güzelyurt/Aksaray, Türkiye

Search in Selime MonasteryMay 06 - May 072 guests

Selime Monastery is the largest religious cave complex in Cappadocia, often described as the regional Star Wars set because the rock-cut domes and corridors inspired Tatooine moisture farms in the 1977 film. Built between the 8th and 9th centuries, the monastery housed up to 1,000 monks and contains a basilica with three apses, a kitchen with carved chimneys, stables for camels (caravan stops on the Silk Road branch), and a refectory long enough for 50 diners. The climb up the stone gully to the upper chapel involves a moderate scramble and a low overhang; closed-toe shoes help. Entry is TRY 250 in 2026. Most visitors arrive at the end of the Green Tour and stay 60 to 75 minutes. The hilltop terrace beside the monastery offers a viewpoint over the Selime fairy chimneys and the village below.

Pro Tip: The Green Tour rushes Selime in 45 minutes. Self-drive instead and time your visit for 16:30, when the western sandstone glows orange and tour groups have left.

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Continent Hotel Kapadokus Thermal SPA And Wellness
2.8 km from Selime Monastery

Continent Hotel Kapadokus Thermal SPA And Wellness

Yaprakhisar Köyü Yolu 249, Güzelyurt, Aksaray, Turkey
Sports, Laundry, Parking + 6 others
<h2>Location</h2><p>This hotel warmly welcomes guests in Aksaray.</p><h2>Facilities</h2><p>This hotel has a lift and a reception desk. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park for no extra charge. Further services include a 24-hour security service, a transfer service, room service, an alarm call service and a coin-operated laundry.</p><h2>Rooms</h2><p>The rooms include central heating, a living area and a bathroom. Guests can enjoy the garden view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a queen-size bed or a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a minibar are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Slippers are included. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Cosmetic products and a selection of towels provide additional comfort in the bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.</p><h2>Sports/Entertainment</h2><p>Plenty of active recreation awaits guests in the pool area's 2 outdoorpools. No matter the weather, swimming is always a possible in the indoor pool. There is also a special swimming area just for kids. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, a spa and a sauna. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2024. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971</p><h2>Meals</h2><p>The hotel includes a restaurant and a bar.</p>

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