La VIE Cappadocia Cave

La Vie Cappadocia – A Disappointing Stay I stayed at La Vie Cappadocia for two nights as a solo female traveler. My room, 103, was located just a few steps down from the reception. While the staff was generally polite, my experience was far from pleasant due to poor air circulation, cleanliness issues, and an unexpected late checkout fee. - Room Conditions & Air Quality The biggest issue with my stay was the air quality. My underground room had no natural light, making it feel dark and damp. The ventilation system was noisy and ineffective, and since it was connected to the outside, cigarette smoke from outside would seep into my room. One day, while lying on my bed, I suddenly felt the air quality worsen to the point where I could hardly breathe. The bathroom had a ventilation system as well, but it didn’t help. Leaving the bathroom door open only made the room more humid and uncomfortable. - Cleanliness Issues Cleanliness was another major problem. When I arrived at 11:30 PM, I found a used condom package next to the decorative pottery in my room. This was extremely unpleasant, but since I was exhausted, I didn’t complain immediately. The next morning, I informed the owner about the lack of cleanliness. Additionally, the bathroom waste bin hadn’t been emptied, and the biggest issue was with the shower drain—it was completely clogged. Every time I took a shower, water pooled around my feet instead of draining properly. The drain was obviously blocked with hair, and it was clear that housekeeping had not cleaned it. Even after I complained, housekeeping only did a partial cleaning, removing the trash but leaving the hair in the bathroom and the clogged drain untouched. - Late Checkout Issue & Extra Charges Another frustrating experience was the late checkout policy. When I booked through Trip.com, the website clearly stated that checkout was until 2:00 PM. Since I was exhausted from my trip, I planned to take advantage of this and checked out at 1:00 PM. However, the owner told me I needed to pay an extra €20 for a late checkout. When I pointed out that the website listed 2:00 PM as the official checkout time, he still insisted I pay. On top of that, they charged me 20 TL per mini water bottle from the minibar, which felt excessive. At that point, I was so frustrated that I no longer wanted to stay there for another minute. My original plan was to leave my bag at the hotel and explore the city before heading to the airport, but I was so uncomfortable and upset that I immediately called a taxi and left for the airport early. - The Few Positives: Breakfast & Terrace Despite my disappointing stay, the breakfast was decent. They had a good variety of spreads, cheeses, and bread, though the vegetables weren’t fresh. The one part of the hotel I genuinely enjoyed was the terrace. It was a nice place to relax, and in the morning, I could see a few hot air balloons in the distance. Sitting in the sunshine and taking in the view was one of the very few good experiences I had at this hotel. - Final Thoughts Overall, my experience at La Vie Cappadocia was disappointing. The poor air circulation, extreme humidity, lack of cleanliness, clogged shower drain, and unexpected extra charges made my stay uncomfortable and frustrating. While the staff was polite and frequently asked if I had any inconveniences, their service didn’t actually reflect any real effort to improve my stay. The terrace and breakfast were the only decent aspects, but they weren’t enough to make up for the overall discomfort. I would not recommend this hotel, especially if you care about clean facilities, good air circulation, and transparent pricing.