The 2011 Romance List
Argos in Cappadocia, Turkey
Maybe it’s an ancient Neander thal gene in me but I find something highly attractive about the thought of living in a cave, at least temporarily. It’s the security of the stone surrounding you, the solid silence inside, and the graceful curve of the walls. Of course, if the cave also includes a sublimely comfortable bed, 24-hour room service and a breathtaking view of the surrounding countr yside, then so much the better.
All this can be had at the romantic and magical Argos in Cappadocia, a hotel built on the site of an ancient monastery and village in this geologically famous area of Turkey. The hotel has carefully preserved the old cave dwellings and tunnels that connected them and turned many into fascinating rooms. Ornate rugs grace the stone floors and the designers have had fun using rock crevices and ledges as shelves on which to place candles and ornaments. There’s an attention to detail which is rare among all but the very finest and most exclusive hotels of the world.
If you are a more private couple whose idea of a honeymoon or romantic holiday does not involve pashing by the pool but expressing your love more subtly, then the four Splendid Suites at Argos are ideal: you do not just get your own love-cave, you get your own love-cave pool too.
Review from Matthew Brace [Meet our Romance List Panel]
Why you'll love it
Embrace your inner cave-person and snuggle down under the covers in a cosy rock suite.