The 11 Best Hotels in Izmir
1. Swissôtel Grand Efes Izmir
Hotel phone: +90 232 414 0000
Remarkably, the Swissôtel is the finest in the city center yet also provides the type of five-star resort commonly found along the nearby coastline. Positioned in downtown Lisbon just one block from the waterside esplanade, it offers over four hundred beautifully furnished rooms and suites spread across three substantial wings, all with balconies overlooking either the ocean or the hotel’s extensive gardens. The amenities are also exceptional – far surpassing a typical inner-city hotel: e.g. tennis courts, an immense elevated outdoor pool, vast palm-dotted lawns, an extraordinarily large ‘wellness center’ boasting an indoor pool, and a sizeable permanent art gallery. With a playground, it’s equally suited for families.
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- Theophany – January 6th is considered a bank holiday resulting in many closed businesses and limited public transportation. Children may be seen moving through the streets dressed as the Three Wise Men and singing Christmas hymns.
2. Met Boutique Hotel
Hotel phone: +90 232 483 0111
With a frontage bringing to mind a Manhattan lodging, the Met appeared more alluring than many other inns in this lively locale at Izmir`s core. The hotel had a compact layout without feeling cramped and featured vibrant but understated décor. Roomsshowcased fascinating street perspectives through double-paned windows alongside intriguing interior design.The backalleys bustled with traditional coffeehouses, intimate bars and travel agencies providing day excursions. Additionally, the hotel lay close to the metro and airport shuttles as well as withinwalking distance of the waterside promenade.
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3. Izmir Palas Hotel
Hotel phone: +90 232 465 0030
Almost a century old and among Izmir’s earliest hotels, the Palas has been rebuilt and extensively renovated since yet still retains an endearing seaside guesthouse style charm. Catering predominantly to Turkish holidaymakers but equally attractive to foreigners, it demonstrates superb value. This is particularly so considering the outstanding inner-city position tucked between the main road offering all amenities and the kordon (promenade) lined with cafés and bars. Nearly all rooms include balconies and many afford unobstructed sea views that foreign-owned five-star hotels can solely imagine about.
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4. Karaca Hotel
Hotel phone: +90 232 489 1940
Visitors would undoubtedly be instantly charmed by the adorable antiques found in the lobby and guest lounges. While the rooms themselves may not fully match that initial appeal, they are still elegantly furnished and provide an abundance of space (especially the Executive Rooms). The most compelling features are surely the exceptionally favorable rates outside of summer, and the locale: facing a shady, inner-city road bustling with cafes and nearly devoid of cars, transforming into an avenue swarming with stalls selling books and jewelry after dusk. The hotel also offers complimentary use of a sauna, fitness center, cinema, and intriguingly, bicycles. These are perfect for exploring the nearby seaside promenade lined with even more tempting eateries and watering holes.
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5. Kilim Hotel Izmir
Hotel phone: +90 232 484 5340
As implied by the name and overall atmosphere, the majority of guests are Turkish, which makes this hotel distinctly appealing to outsiders due to the vintage service and rates (including breakfast) priced for locals. Another major draw is the fantastic setting: nestled between the main thoroughfare in the city center overflowing with refined dining and entertainment options and the extended promenade enjoyed by walkers and cyclists. What`s more, the hotel design ensures that most rooms directly face the sea or are angled for perspectives encompassing both the water and the traditional structures across the square.
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6. L’agora Old Town Hotel & Bazaar
Hotel phone: +90 232 425 0205
This exceptionally delightful guesthouse is truly aptly named: it`s located just across the road from the notable Agora Roman ruins, within a sprawling and traffic-free market area of old Izmir, housing a handful of rooms on an upper floor above an arcade of shops and a paved courtyard café. Rooms and suites are elegantly furnished in a likably vintage-style way and face a communal terrace overlooking the popular eatery below. Nestled between two of the many winding lanes filled with bakers, butchers, and jewelers, the hotel is a brief stroll from the bayside promenade.
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7. Mövenpick Hotel Izmir
Hotel phone: +90 232 488 1414
In a gleaming glass tower in the city center located near the kordon (promenade) alongside the sea, this hotel offers all the services and amenities expected of this chain of luxurious but understated hotels. These include several upmarket boutiques, a gymnasium with yoga classes, and an extensive ‘wellness center’ featuring a sizable indoor pool. Accommodations are comfortable, practical, and decorated in a contemporary fashion, and most views are particularly impressive.
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8. Zeniva Hotel
Hotel phone: +90 232 422 4046
Nestled along the quiet backstreets of an inner-city residential area filled with trendy cafés lies the Zeniva hotel. Vividly colored hallways lead to rooms and suites decorated with equally bright hues, with the suites offering especially generous space. While scenic views are absent, the hotel`s prime location – just minutes from the waterside promenade – and comparatively low rates for this top-rated area make it worthwhile. Bonuses include the welcoming staff and excellent breakfast (included).
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9. Park Inn by Radisson Izmir
Hotel phone: +90 232 404 4242
This hotel has a strong design with its black square exterior and glass elements. The staff is notably helpful, the guest lounge and bar have an eccentric vibe, the pool is inviting, and the rooftop bar and restaurant offer splendid ocean views and sea breezes. The rooms feature artistic wall decor, vibrantly hued chairs, and even an illuminated encircling around the head of the bed. In addition to rates more affordable than the much bigger competitors nearby, the major draw is the locale: just steps from the waterfront promenade lined with parks, plazas, and cafés, yet also within the city center.
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10. Smart Hotel Izmir
Hotel phone: +90 232 402 5402
Most appealing than dreary similar options in this heart of town, the Savvy Hotel combines a touch of modern style with plenty of practical features. Many rooms face a tranquil side road, one of numerous packed with places to dine, drink, and shop, while the lounge at the lobby is particularly inviting. Accommodations are comfortable, practical, and soundproofed. They also great value considering their trendy appearance (e.g. the TV is part of the mirror), the hotel equipped with a sauna and gym, and perks like complimentary bicycle rental offered. Convenient to the subway, airport buses, and travel agencies selling day journeys, and approximately fifteen minutes on foot from the bay.
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11. Renaissance Izmir Hotel
Hotel phone: +90 232 497 7777
The Renaissance is desirably located along a shaded boulevard and just two blocks from the seaside promenade lined with parks and cafés. Operated by the Marriott chain, comforts include an underground level dedicated to ‘well-being’ that features spas, Turkish baths, a fitness center, and a plunge pool. Accommodations are as stylish as the overall hotel design and reasonably spacious. The rooftop bar/restaurant is one of the city’s finest options, and the rates are more affordable than those at fancier nearby rivals. Guests also applaud the helpful staff and comprehensive breakfast (sometimes included).
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