Nevsehir

MUSEUM HOTEL - Relais & Châteaux

Rialto Score 9+

A Relais And Chateaux hotel. Rialto is a Virtuoso agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

Incorporating the ancient ruins and historic features of Cappadocia’s ethereal landscape, Museum Hotel is truly awe-inspiring. You’ll be at a loss for words standing in your cave room, one of just 34 decorated with unique furnishings, which might include an 11th-century arch or an inlaid-stone bedstead from the 1700s. Practice your swing on the driving range, the first within a UNESCO World Heritage site. Afterward, soak in your Jacuzzi or relax with a massage, either in your room or on a scenic terrace.

Tekeli Mahallesi 1, Uchisar, 50240 Nevsehir, Türkiye
MUSEUM HOTEL - Relais & Châteaux

About MUSEUM HOTEL - Relais & Châteaux

Insider tip

Wake up early to watch hot-air balloons float past; better still, experience the magic firsthand. –Maria Paradisis Sydney, Australia

In the hotel’s own words

‘Unique...’ There is no other word that better describes Museum Hotel. Situated in a very special geographic region in Cappadocia, Museum Hotel has been designed and created from a distinctive combination of the land and historical features and ruins, some intact and some beautifully restored to their original glory. The hotel features 34 rooms & suites—each of them exceptional in their own inimitable way. No room can be alike, with each bringing its own special ambiance, contributing to Museum Hotel’s evident character and charm.

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Steeped in thousands of years ofhistory, there is a magical feel to the hotel. Our unusual ‘living museum’ concept means our cave rooms and specially restored traditional rooms are all decorated with priceless antiques and feature stunning views of Cappadocia—just some of the elements that go to make Museum Hotel... well, unique! As evidence of this, Museum Hotel is the only hotel in Turkey invited into the family of luxury hotels and special dining establishments that comprise Relais & Châteaux.

Location Cappadociais a unique cultural, religious, and natural tourism area and a UNESCO world heritage site. Uçhisar Castle is positioned on the highest geographical point in Cappadocia, commanding impressive views of the whole area. As a result, we nestled Museum Hotel into the slopes below the castle to give simply majestic views of the area. Restored from thousand-year-old caves and dwellings, the majority of rooms and communal areas in our unique hotel feature a bird’s eye view of the area. Unlike other hotels in the region, Museum Hotel’s singular positioning on the slopes below the castle means that our Lil’a restaurant, the terraces, bar, and our fabulous Roman pool all have amazing views of Cappadocia. Another benefit of our fantastic location is that each morning around 100 beautifully colored hot air balloons fly over and close by, which affords Museum Hotel one of the best places to watch this daily breathtaking experience. A further benefit of our ideal position, even, is that guests are able to view both sunrise and sunset thanks to the 270° angle of our site. Only Museum Hotel at this special Uçhisar site is able to offer all these benefits.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Virtuoso benefits, included

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  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Daily breakfast for two per bedroom
  • A complimentary 50 minute massage for up to two people, per room, once during stay
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability

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Rooms and suites

7 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
1Deluxe Room
Safir Cave, Castle Cave, Guvercinlik Cave (Dovecote), Lazy Hunter Cave, Kandilli Cave · **Next Applicable Upgrade Category - Deluxe Suite
Suites
2Deluxe Suite
Tafana Cave Suite, Tandirli Cave Suite, Ucasar Cave Suite, Eftelya Cave Suite, Naile Hanim Cave Suite, Lalezar Suite, Escape Cave Suite, Elegant Cave Suite, Direkli Cave, Oriental Cave · **Next applicable upgrade category - Superior Suite
3Superior Suite
Catalkaya Superior Suite, Shepherd's Superior Suite, Gulistan Superior Suite, Harem Cave Suite, Sehzade Cave Suite, Taskosk Suite, Kemerli Superior Suite. · **Next applicable upgrade category - Prime Suite
4Imperial Suite
Selale Imperial Suite, Sultan Imperial Suite, · **Next applicable upgrade category - Imperial Pool Suite
5Imperial Pool Suite
6Prime Suite
Kubbeli Prime Suite, Tekeli Prime Suite, Divan Prime Suite, Beyzade Prime Suite, Ebruli Prime Suite, Khayyam's Prime Suite · **Next applicable upgrade category - Imperial Suite
7Muhteshem Imperial Pool Suite
The most luxurious suite with private entrance, private pool, Hammam-style bath, sauna room and jacuzzi

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Virtuoso always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two comes with every stay at this hotel - which could add $50-100/day in value, not counting any other VIP program benefits like room upgrades.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

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