Photo by Marion MacQueen

Find hotels in Derweze

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out
  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation
  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
In two weeks

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Star rating

Top 10 Derweze hotels and places to stay

Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Stay near popular Derweze attractions

Learn more about Derweze

Explore Derweze: its desert views and more!

Alternatively called Derweze or the door to hell, this crater can be found in the Karakum desert of Turkmenistan, north of Ashgabat. While drilling in 1971, the Soviets tapped into this cavern filled with natural gas. They lit it thinking it would burn itself out in a matter of days. Not so, as you can see! It was mighty hot around the crater's edge, especially when there was a gust of wind. Can you see the people standing near the edge at the back in the middle? That will give you an idea of the size.
Photo by Marion MacQueen
Open Photo by Marion MacQueen

Top Derweze Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What's the seasonal weather in Derweze?
The hottest months are usually July and June, with an average temperature of 30°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Derweze is 100 mm.