The best hotels Turkey

The huge balconies of the spacious rooms allow you to enjoy the fascinating views of Bodrum. To be awakened by the distant cry of seagulls flying over the sparkling blue coast and to start the day with a hearty breakfast (warm bread and homemade jam) is a wonderful experience. And what a pleasure to sip an iced mojito while sunbathing by the beautiful pool. Dinner at the excellent Tuti restaurant with sunset on the white cottages of the bay is highly recommended. Very friendly staff.

This large hotel is ideally located overlooking the famous Gvercinlik Valley. It offers all the necessary standards for a pleasant and quiet vacation. It has a rock pool, Jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and massages, as well as a children's playground. The rooms are tastefully decorated and enjoy fascinating views from their balconies. Several restaurants offer guests Turkish and world cuisine. Cocktails can be enjoyed on the terrace with the breathtaking view of the valley of pigeons.

Located on the top of the hill, only 200 meters from the banks of the Kizilirmak River, this small charming guesthouse is run by a young and friendly couple who offer comfortable but basic rooms. Each room is named after the color of a cat, hence the name of the establishment: Bir kedi, "cat" in Turkish. The buffet breakfast is served on the terrace, offering a nice view of the valley and the surrounding mountains. Scooter rental is available. And they provide airport shuttle.

In the alleyway that climbs just across the bridge. In a group of restored houses, 33 chic and rustic rooms, some of them troglodytic, are tastefully decorated. The many nooks and crannies, the antiques and the old art objects give a particular charm to the place. Beautiful view from the terrace. Garden. Hodja (his nickname), the owner, welcomes you in English. This former teacher is also an artist who makes beautiful drawings of landscapes and houses of the region. In the evening, he offers a buffet dinner. Charming.

Bonjour Pansiyon is a beautiful house that is more than a hundred years old and that would have belonged to a French priest and ambassador. The interior is a real museum with its painted woodwork and antique furniture. The 7 rooms have a common bathroom. The owner (who is very friendly) has extended the establishment and offers 6 rooms with bathroom in the house next door. She knows all the places to visit in the area, so don't hesitate to ask her. There is also a restaurant on site. Excellent breakfast.

This hotel is located in a former factory of rakı. Wood, marble, bricks and felted tones characterize the suites and rooms with their refined design. Some even have their own hammam, but for others, it is part of the community facilities. The Kordon Balik restaurant, specializes in seafood. The distance from the hotel to the city centre is compensated by a shuttle service that takes you to Kabataş, from where you can reach all the city's points of interest. This address is particularly suitable for quiet and stylish stays.

1 minute from Suadiye beach (perfect for a walk by the water) and 3 minutes from the famous Bagdat avenue (perfect for shopping), this hotel is ideal for spending a stay in one of the most affluent areas on the Asian shore. From the Bostanci pier, you can take a ferry to the Princes Islands for a relaxing and natural day. This elegant hotel has very comfortable rooms, a chic restaurant (Café de Paris) and a pleasant terrace with a breathtaking view of the Marmara Sea and the islands.

Ada Palas is a haven of peace nestled in the beautiful Büyükada, the largest of the Islands of Princes. Here is a cosy cocoon to recharge your batteries for a few days. The staff will bend over backwards for your comfort and will be a valuable guide for activities on site or on the surrounding islands. The atmosphere is that of the 19th century, romantic with its secret garden. Love at first sight guaranteed! To surprise your half, don't hesitate to ask, everything has been thought out to make this moment truly unforgettable.

Are you looking for a newly renovated hotel, with the Ottoman charm, close to all important monuments, with exceptional quality service, all at a reasonable price? Don't look anymore, this hotel is for you! With its decoration of stone, marble, mosaics, authentic wood, mixed with modern but chic furniture, its breakfast with fabulous choices and its staff always in the small care, this establishment will make you feel like a member of a former sultan's family.

Excessively refined, the stone entrance, furnished with antique objects, plunges us into a particular atmosphere. The Ottoman parquet floor and curtains give the illusion of staying with the sultans. The garden is a small wonder integrating 15th century ruins, which allows you to enjoy a quiet and green buffet breakfast. A bar located on the terrace allows you to sip a cocktail while admiring Sainte-Sophie, the Blue Mosque or the Marmara Sea. One of the most beautiful addresses of Sultanahmet without a doubt.