Hotels in Turkey

Hotels in Turkey: your guide to where to stay

How much does a hotel in Turkey cost?

The price depends on the standard, the city and the dates. The table shows indicative nightly rates for a double room. The cheapest month is usually February, while July, at the peak of the beach season, is the priciest. Seaside all-inclusive resorts cost more than city hotels. Booking ahead usually brings better rates.

Indicative rates, updated periodically. For exact prices and availability, select your dates in the search above.

Where to stay in Turkey: most popular cities

Turkey splits clearly into Istanbul, the Riviera resorts and the interior with Cappadocia. These are the destinations travellers choose most often:

• Istanbul. The largest city and the widest choice of hotels, from hostels to 5-star. Monuments, bazaars and life across two continents.
• Antalya. The capital of the Turkish Riviera, with a huge choice of all-inclusive resorts and beaches, popular for family holidays.
• Bodrum. A stylish resort on the Aegean coast, with boutique hotels and marinas.
• Cappadocia. A region of cave hotels, hot-air balloons and rock landscapes inland.
• Izmir. A seaside city in the west, a base for Ephesus and the nearby resorts.

Nightly rates vary between cities. Here are indicative prices per night for a double room:

What to see in Turkey

Turkey combines cities, beaches, monuments and extraordinary nature, so it is easy to match a trip to your interests.

• Istanbul. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar, the heart of history where Europe meets Asia.
• Cappadocia. Underground cities, hotels carved into the rock and balloon flights over the valley at dawn.
• Pamukkale. White terraces of thermal water and the ruins of ancient Hierapolis.
• Ephesus. One of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world, close to the Aegean coast.
• The Turkish Riviera. The beaches of Antalya, Belek and Alanya, a haven for a holiday by the warm sea.

How much does a trip to Turkey cost

Beyond the room, prices are moderate, and many resorts run on an all-inclusive basis. A meal in a local restaurant is inexpensive, and the bazaars tempt with handicrafts. The currency is the Turkish lira. Cards are widely accepted, but cash is handy at markets and with taxi drivers. ATMs are everywhere, though it is best to check the rate before exchanging.

When is the best time to visit Turkey

The best time is spring from April to May and early autumn in September and October, when it is warm but not scorching. Summer can be very hot on the coast, and it is also the price peak. Winter is cooler and cheaper, good for sightseeing in Istanbul. Room prices are lowest in February and highest in July.

Getting to and around Turkey

The main airports are Istanbul (IST and Sabiha Gokcen) and the resort airports of Antalya, Dalaman, Bodrum and Izmir. With Turkish Airlines, Pegasus and budget carriers you can fly from across Europe. Around the country there are comfortable long-distance buses, high-speed trains between the big cities and cheap domestic flights. The cities have metros, trams and ferries, and Istanbul also has a light rail. Ferries link Turkey with the Greek islands.

Example hotels in Turkey

A few recognisable properties from different parts of the country for reference:

• Swissôtel The Bosphorus and Hilton Istanbul Bomonti in Istanbul (upper tier, from approx. 6 000 TL).
• Rixos Premium Belek and Concorde De Luxe Resort on the Riviera (all-inclusive resorts, from approx. 9 000 TL).
• The Marmara Bodrum and Cappadocia Caves Hotel (boutique and cave hotels, from approx. 2 800 TL).