Izmir Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Turkey Izmir quarter Konak former caravansary caravanserai now bazaar inner  courtyard
Turkey Izmir quarter Konak former caravansary caravanserai now bazaar inner  courtyard
The skyline of Izmir, Turkey and the Bay of Izmir from the Kadifekale.
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Izmir,Turkey - December 01, 2012 : Pelicans and sea gulls are waiting fish from fishermans in Mavisehir Harbour.; Shutterstock ID 380615395

Where to stay in Izmir

Cumhuriyet square aerial panoramic view in Izmir city in Turkey

Alsancak

Seaside views, bars and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Alsancak. Check out Kulturpark or Kordonboyu while you're exploring the area.

Alsancak
Izmir

Konak

4/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers choose Konak for its beautiful seaside views. Hop aboard the metro at Konak Station or Cankaya Station and check out top sights like İzmir Clock Tower.

Konak
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Izmir City Centre

4/5(74 area reviews)

Consider exploring the seaside views in Izmir City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Kulturpark is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Hilal Station or Cankaya Station to see more of the area.

Izmir City Centre
View of İzmir Gulf at morning

Bornova

3/5(1 area review)

Bornova is well liked for its restaurants and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Forum Bornova Shopping Center and Agora Open Air Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Bornova Station or Bolge Station to get around.

Bornova
Tram going Izmir Turkey Karsiyaka

Karsiyaka

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Karsiyaka. You might want to make time for a stop at Hilltown Karsıyaka Mall or MaviBahce.

Karsiyaka
Narlidere, İzmir - Turkey. A Narlidere City View  from Hill.

Gaziemir

4/5(11 area reviews)

Travellers like the coffee shops in Gaziemir, and Izmir Optimum AVM is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Gaziemir
Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir

Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir

5 out of 5
Gazi Osman Pasa Bulvari No:1 Izmir Izmir
The price is £108 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
£108
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Izmir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,346 reviews)
good

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir
Kaya Izmir Thermal And Convention

Kaya Izmir Thermal And Convention

5 out of 5
Ilica Mahallesi Zeytin Sokak No 112 Izmir Izmir
The price is £109 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
£109
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Izmir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (782 reviews)
Good service ,rooms nice but a bit old

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Kaya Izmir Thermal And Convention
Park Inn by Radisson Izmir

Park Inn by Radisson Izmir

4 out of 5
Cumhuriyet Bulvari No 124 Konak Izmir
The price is £71 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
£71
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Izmir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very friendly staff,excellwnt ptice..i loved it..

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Park Inn by Radisson Izmir
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Riva Hotel Alsancak

Riva Hotel Alsancak

1454. sokak No:11, Izmir, Turkey, Izmir Izmir
Stay at this aparthotel in Izmir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (653 reviews)
Clean friendly staff

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Riva Hotel Alsancak
Elite Residence Alsancak

Elite Residence Alsancak

Sht. Fethi Bey Cd. Izmir Izmir
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Izmir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and free food shopping service. Popular attractions Konak Square and ...
7.8/10 Good! (85 reviews)
I have stayed here a few times the beds are super comfortable very spacious living accommodation would highly recommend

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Elite Residence Alsancak
Lila Apart Otel

Lila Apart Otel

204/7. Sk. Izmir Izmir
Stay at this aparthotel in Izmir. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Konak Square and Buca Hippodrome are located ...
2.6/10 (3 reviews)
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Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Lila Apart Otel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Izmir

4.1
Top destination
5 - Excellent
30
5 - Excellent 43%
4 - Good
26
4 - Good 37%
3 - Okay
10
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 3%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing city and I loved it. Everybody should visit there

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

As a big city Izmir is a safe and friendly city to those compare in Europe. It has a very good cuisine mixed with greek and turkish dishes. There are lots and lots of types of mezes.. more than anywhere else in balkan and turkish cuisines altogether.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Life is corner is the worst hotel I used for tow nights it is unclean a lots of cockroaches and mosquitoes staff are rude and not friendly they charge you what you use in room like water and tea

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We stay sun 20 not the 19th Oct

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The city centre is friendly and vibrant. The ferries are cheap and excellent. Plenty of dining options on the harbour front. Lots of shopping is available. The only down side is the majority of the city outside the center is very run down

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Izmir is simply beautiful. It has excellent transport links with the rest of turkey and close enough to slot of archeological sites and places of natural beauty to be a base while you explore this part of turkey. It was incredibly affordable too.

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