“A home you will never want to leave”

SOTA is returning home to a place you have never been before, and never want to leave. The hotel is for travellers looking for an authentic Kapadokya experience. Nil the owner is so incredibly passionate about each of her guests having the best time possible, and this alone makes it one of the best hotels I have ever stayed at. The breakfast is truly delicious and such a treat each morning with homemade jams and chutneys. The staff are attentive and thoughtful throughout the stay. The rooms are beautiful and I would say even better than the photos (if that’s even possible). The rooms are incredibly cosy and homely, the sheets were of very good quality. Really there is nothing that has been forgotten to make the stay special. Nil is the heart and souls of the hotel, and it shines through in every detail. Younus ensures everything runs smoothly and is on hand for anything, they make a wonderful team together, along with the breakfast staff and housekeeping. Thank you for your love with what you do, you have created a special place for visitors of Kapadokya to stay and be so welcomed.

“Mind blowing”

The property was a cave hotel with excellently furnished and authentic cave rooms with excellent amenities. The owner NEEL has everything worked out and planned and the staff are excellent, hard working courteous and clean and make the extra effort to make everyone comfortable. A shout out to Yunus from the hotel who made sure we were comfortable in every way. The breakfast was excellent and very very tasteful also The views from the breakfast room the breakfast balcony and the suite balcony were out of the world especially in rhe evenings. Well done SOTA we will definitely be back

“Wonderful boutique hotel in the heart of Urgup.”

SOTA Cappadocia is a small boutique hotel within easy walking distance to Urgup town centre. We had room 4 which is small, but impeccably presented and with a private balcony with beautiful views over Urgup. Nil, the owner, goes out of her way to make you feel welcome, introduce you to her hotel and the local area - she was more than happy to assist us with planning our day, as well as recommend some excellent restaurants. Her staff of three are terrific and the breakfasts are the best you will get in Turkey. We can’t recommend SOTA highly enough.

I love the design of the place! Also loved Nil's energy and taking care of us! It really felt like that we were visiting a very close friend or family. She did care of everything and providing information, explain history and also organizing our trips, like the Balloon ride , or other tours around the region. Everyone working in this amazing hotel were so nice and so caring and sincere it was the best experience! So it is for me highly recommended! Deserves all the great reviews

“A home you will never want to leave”

SOTA is returning home to a place you have never been before, and never want to leave. The hotel is for travellers looking for an authentic Kapadokya experience. Nil the owner is so incredibly passionate about each of her guests having the best time possible, and this alone makes it one of the best hotels I have ever stayed at. The breakfast is truly delicious and such a treat each morning with homemade jams and chutneys. The staff are attentive and thoughtful throughout the stay. The rooms are beautiful and I would say even better than the photos (if that’s even possible). The rooms are incredibly cosy and homely, the sheets were of very good quality. Really there is nothing that has been forgotten to make the stay special. Nil is the heart and souls of the hotel, and it shines through in every detail. Younus ensures everything runs smoothly and is on hand for anything, they make a wonderful team together, along with the breakfast staff and housekeeping. Thank you for your love with what you do, you have created a special place for visitors of Kapadokya to stay and be so welcomed.

“Fabulous!!!”

What a fabulous find! After searching heaps of options in the whole area I chose to stay in the smaller town of Ürgüp (smaller compared to Geromë). Then it was more research on where to stay! I chose SOTA because of reviews and images. And it lived up to all I read and saw! A beautiful place that was lovingly renovated by the very welcoming owner, Nil. The rooms and beds are very comfortable. And although cave rooms they also have natural light. It’s quiet, peaceful, yet walking distance to town. A beautiful room and terrace to sit anytime (24/7) and enjoy the views. A plentiful, varied, and fabulous breakfast is available, serving freshly made food including locally made spreads and honey. And thanks to Nil’s passion to ensure every guest is attended to, informed and helped in the best way possible, I was able to make the best use of my time there.

“An exceptional boutique hotel”

SOTA is an exceptional hotel - beautifully designed rooms, fabulous food, great service and superb hospitality. The owner Nil and her team went out of their way to make our stay perfect, from suggesting itineraries and local restaurants to providing the best breakfasts we’ve ever had anywhere in the world! There was a delicious array of choices each morning, with many of the options having been home cooked or sourced locally. Nil has restored the original building beautifully, creating stunning cave rooms with tasteful interiors. Younus was on hand to help with anything we needed and SOTA is perfectly placed for exploring all that Cappadocia has to offer. A wonderful experience!

“Exceptionally great”

SOTA Cappadocia was the best hotel experience my wife and me ever had in our life (though we travel a lot). Imagine: you sleep in the real cave - it’s just crazy and is a must doing in Cappadocia! It was not only about the accommodation itself - authentic, stylish and lots of cute details, but also about the atmosphere and hospitality Nil, Burak and Yunus (hope it’s correct, if not - pardon me) gave us. Nil told us the history of the Cappadocia and made a route for our 3-day trip around. By the way: ask Nil to show you past photos of the SOTA - you will be amazed by the great work Nil did! Can’t stand from mentioning the comfort temperature in the room for those who are always feeling cold, the hot water in the shower (for Cappadocia it’s very hard to make), awesome smell all around the hotel and delicious breakfast with homemade sweets and cakes that differed from morning to morning. Never believed in 10/10 ratings on Booking but if I could I would give 100/10 for SOTA because it’s much more than just a hotel - it’s a place where you are welcomed like a family member

“Brilliant”

Beautiful rooms (we were lucky enough to stay in 2 different rooms), very tastefully decorated and super comfortable. Great location. And, unbelievably delightful staff. Owner Nil was better than any travel agent and gave us a rundown on local history, geography, and went on each day to suggest a fantastic itinerary. Janas (her right hand man) is a gentle and never resting aide. He would always magically appear wherever anything needed lifting/moving. He definitely was telepathic: we only had to think about a cup of cay or coffee or ….anything, and he would quietly arrive with a cup of cay or coffee or whatever. Delicious breakfast, and teas/coffees/ cakes/etc essentially all day. Thank you.

Everythings here are superb !!! From the first step that we walk in and last step when we left... Breakfast is Yummy !!! The owner so helpful !!! Not only things that we need in the hotel but also the informations for sightseeing. Highly recommend for travelling to Cappadocia... We will b back Nil... Pop & Noon (Thailand)

Nil and her team really go above and beyond to make their guests feel welcome and comfortable. Nil got in touch with me so she could be there to welcome us when we arrived. She sat down with us to help us understand the history of the hotel and Cappadocia and helped plan an itinerary. I haven't experienced this sort of service and hospitality anywhere else and this will set a high bar for every hotel I visit from now on! The hotel itself is beautifully restored and renovated. We stayed in a beautiful cave room with tasteful furniture and decor. It's based in Urgup, so lot less touristy than Goreme. Much quieter and peaceful but you'll need a car to get around. The breakfast was the best we had in Turkiye. The cooks are excellent. It's an exceptional spread, including cake! My husband and I loved our stay and highly recommended SOTA Cappadocia!

“A very special place to stay, relax and unwind.”

This stay was an outstanding example of great hospitality. From the moment we arrived , we were made so welcome and felt the genuine warmth of all the staff . Nil booked all our trips including the hot air balloon ride . I would highly recommend you do this too. The breakfast spread is amazing and everything is cooked to perfection. We felt as if we were part of a family. The evening restaurants were chosen carefully for us ( being vegetarian) and they did not disappoint. Thank you Nil, Burak , Yunus and the two ladies at breakfast for making our stay so good!

“Exceptional customer service, great value for money”

The customer service was impeccable and the food was the best we had in Cappadoccia. The included breakfast was exceptional and they gave us a history of the hotel and area, as well as recommended destinations to visit in the area all over a local Turkish cake (or 3!)

“Exceptional”

SOTA is possibly the best hotel I have ever stayed. The care with which they handle their guests is exceptional. The food is amazing and the premises is immaculate. I cannot recommend it enough.

“Fabulous boutique hotel with great views, management & staff!”

We enjoyed our stay at SOTA at Urgup very much - exceeded our expectations! Very comfortable, peaceful and was an excellent convenient location to explore the many attractions in Cappadocia. The owner was indispensable in helping us come up with an excellent itinerary customised to our priorities. She also helped arranged for a private car and driver at reasonable rates. As a result we experienced the best of what Cappadocia has to offer. Very warm, welcoming and helpful management and staff that's only found in a small owner operated boutique operation. Breakfast each day is full of fresh delicious options with a gorgeous view on the terrace. We would recommend staying at SOTA Urgup to explore the sights of Cappadocia with a restful environment after a tiring day of activities, then followed by a couple of days in Goreme to experience the sights of the hot air balloons and hustle & bustle of night life in Goreme.

“Remarkable in every way! The best boutique hotel for design and impeccible service I’ve experienced in years. Value, loc”

I Have been a hotel designer for 20 years and have a passion for boutique hotels. After seeing SOTA online, it stood out amongst a large list in Cappadocia. I have to say that after staying, I have rarely seen any property so fully offer both a perfectly curated design and atmosphere that also exceeds all service expectations. Every angle offers a beautiful view or authentic detail. The morning breakfast was a fresh, craveable assortment of local ingredients and food. A wide variety of a la minute omelettes added an additional level of hospitality and service hard to find in even the mot expensive of luxury boutique hotels. Homemade baked goods such as plumb cake and light cacao pastry were a daily joy and many ingredients were sourced from local house gardens. Hands down the best food of my trip. The service of the staff is remarkable, offering you anything you need at any time in passing and accommodating requests graciously. I can honestly say that they left no request over fulfilled in my week long stay. Nil the owner is an exemplar in hospitality, both offering detailed and well selected experiences that are tailored to your specific expectations of your time. She eliminates the hassle of sorting through tours and helps you navigate what villages you might like best and who offers the best drivers, food, ceramics, the list goes on. What makes it unique is that she offers the guidance of someone with impeccable taste who listens first to what you want from your trip before offering thoughts and options. She does not benefit from the service and only recommends she personally trusts. In summery, this is the best boutique hotel find that I have stayed with in over a decade. I had planned to stay two days and extended to seven for this property alone. I rarely write reviews on booking, but this one is well deserved! Thank you to Nil and her amazing team for making Cappadocia a truly unforgettable experience.

“MUST STAY IN CAPPADOCIA”

We liked everything about SOTA. The hotel and each room are beautifully designed and thoughtful in every details. Location is perfect. However, what made our stay truly exceptional was the kindness of the hosts. Nil helped us arrange the perfect experience during our stay and gave us recommendations for areas of Cappadocia we would have not discovered otherwise. She even prepared a take-away breakfast for our early 4am flight back and sent some postcards for us - as we did not have the chance to send ourselves. Thank you for making our stay so memorable!

“A Gem in Cappadocia - A Home Away From Home”

Our stay at SOTA was nothing short of extraordinary. Nil (the owner) is an incredible woman who goes above and beyond to make your stay perfect. She assists in planning your days, making reservations, and helps with anything you might need—always with a kind and genuine demeanor. My husband visited Cappadocia in 2018 and he had only good things to say about Nil and SOTA so we booked the same hotel again and it was above my expectations. The hotel itself is a masterpiece of design. The interiors are stunning, combining the unique charm of a cave with modern comforts. Everything was impeccably clean and comfortable, making it feel like a true home away from home. I only wish we could have stayed longer. I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Cappadocia!

Honestly Sota isn't a hotel it's an experience. It's basically like having a tour guide/best friend/family in your hotel. Nil helps you plan all your days, you can turn up with no idea about Cappadocia and leave having fallen in love. The whole team and staff are lovely. Not to mention the amazing breakfast 🤤🤤

“Thoroughly unique and special experience - not to be missed!”

There is nothing not to like! We were welcomed like old friends and it felt like I already knew NİL from her what’s app messaging and verbal messages. The property is so stylishly designed and laid out, it is tastefully curated through out and attention to detail shows everywhere from the authentic service to presentation of the breakfast. Beyond the property the information and individual tours Nil created for us allowed us to see and understand Cappadocia in a way a generic tour never can. A special shout out to Yunus for taking such good care of us, and keeping us hydrated with water and wine! Do not hesitate to stay here you will create lifetime memories and leave a little of your heart in SOTA Cappadocia.