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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Ankara

14 stays · 12 aparthotels and 2 serviced apartments

Aparthotels and serviced apartments are a practical choice in Ankara, a capital city where many visits involve work, conferences, university business or relocation rather than a single weekend. A kitchen and separate living area make a stay of a week or more easier, and a base near the metro keeps the sprawling city manageable. Wikipedia describes Ankara as Turkey's second-largest city after Istanbul, with more than 5.3 million residents in its urban centre, and places it in Central Anatolia at an elevation of 938 m. For the wider picture, see Turkey and our guide to serviced apartments for relocation.

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Where to stay in Ankara

Ulus

  • history
  • first-time visitors
  • sightseeing

Wikivoyage describes Ulus as the old city around the Victory Monument. Ankara Castle sits in the Altındağ district, and Wikipedia says the earliest fortification on the site was built in the 8th century BC by the Phrygians. Wikivoyage also lists the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, the Arslanhane Mosque and the Temple of Augustus among the sights.

Stays in or near Ulus

Kızılay

  • transport links
  • shopping
  • long stays

Wikivoyage calls Kızılay the central hub for shopping and dining. Wikipedia's metro article says the Kızılay station is the interchange between the Ankaray, M1, M2 and M4 metro lines, and the airport bus also calls here. It is the most convenient base if you plan to move around the city without a car.

Stays in or near Kızılay

Kavaklıdere

  • business travel
  • embassies
  • long stays

Wikipedia lists Kavaklıdere as a neighbourhood of Çankaya district, alongside Kızılay. Wikipedia describes Çankaya as cosmopolitan and considers it the cultural and financial centre of Ankara, with museums, theatres and libraries as well as government institutions. It suits visitors with meetings in the diplomatic and government districts.

Stays in or near Kavaklıdere

Anıtkabir area

  • sightseeing
  • quiet stays
  • families

Anıtkabir is Atatürk's mausoleum complex, and Wikivoyage notes that it has museums. Wikipedia places it in Çankaya along with Atakule Tower and the university campuses of METU, Bilkent and Hacettepe, which spread across the district. Check the walking distance and nearest metro or bus stop for any apartment you consider.

Around Ankara railway station

  • train travel
  • transport links
  • business travel

Wikivoyage says the modern high-speed rail terminus adjoins the original Art Deco station building. Wikipedia's Başkentray article says the commuter line connects with the M4 metro line at the main Ankara railway station, so the area works well for rail arrivals and for onward travel to the airport bus.

Stays in or near Around Ankara railway station

Getting around Ankara

Esenboğa Airport is 28 km from the city centre according to Wikipedia (Wikivoyage says 30 km north). The airport's own page describes EGO bus route 442, which connects the airport with AŞTİ (the intercity bus terminal), Ankara railway station, Kızılay and Ulus, and the EGO CEP'TE app for timetables. The same page lists the AnkaraAir and Havaş shuttles and taxis as other options, and buses leave from the arrivals level. Wikipedia says the airport is not yet linked directly to the metro.

Inside the city, Wikipedia says the metro network includes the Ankaray line between AŞTİ and Dikimevi, a continuous service from Koru to OSB-Törekent made up of the M1, M2 and M3 lines, and the M4 line between Kızılay and Şehitler. The Başkentray commuter line runs 37 km with 24 stations between Sincan and Kayaş. Wikipedia says Başkentray has integrated ticketing through the Başkentkart, and Wikivoyage says the card is sold at kiosks and metro stations. Wikivoyage also lists YHT high-speed rail from Ankara to Istanbul (4.5 hours), Konya (90 minutes) and Sivas (2.5 hours).

Living in Ankara for longer

Ankara works well for longer stays because the metro and commuter rail make it possible to live a little way from the centre and still reach Kızılay quickly. Wikipedia's Çankaya article notes that the district hosts the METU, Bilkent and Hacettepe university campuses, so a stay near a campus or an interchange station can suit visiting academics and students as much as business guests.

The apartment-style format helps on trips where you need to cook, work from a table and do laundry. When comparing areas, check how far each address is from a metro station, because the Ankaray and M-lines meet at Kızılay and the Başkentray meets the metro at Ankara railway station. Wikipedia's Başkentray article describes integrated ticketing through the Başkentkart, and Wikivoyage says the card is sold at kiosks and metro stations.

When to visit Ankara

Wikipedia classifies Ankara's climate as cold semi-arid, with an average of 0.9°C in January and 24.3°C in July, and about 414 mm of precipitation a year, mostly in spring and autumn. Wikivoyage describes hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters.

That pattern makes spring and autumn comfortable for walking between Ulus, the castle and the museums, while summer calls for earlier starts and shade. In winter, check that your apartment has reliable heating.

The city has an old part and a newer part. Wikipedia names the old section Ulus and the newer section Yenişehir, and lists 25 administrative districts in total. Wikipedia's Çankaya article adds that this district holds government buildings, including the Grand National Assembly, and nearly all foreign embassies, which makes it a natural base for business and diplomatic visits.

Long-stay tips for Ankara

Of the 14 properties here, 6 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 4 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 7 include some form of housekeeping and 12 have a 24-hour front desk. For longer stays, the facts box on each property page shows exactly what the apartments include.

7 properties list a full kitchen and 7 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 50 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Other cities in Turkey

Travelling further? See aparthotels in Istanbul, Antalya, Alanya, Trabzon, Fethiye, Marmaris, Çaykara and Kas.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Ankara?

Kızılay is the central hub with metro interchange and shopping, Ulus is the old city near the castle and museums, and Kavaklıdere in Çankaya suits business visits in the embassy and government districts.

How do I get from Esenboğa Airport to Ankara?

The airport page lists EGO bus 442 to AŞTİ, Ankara railway station, Kızılay and Ulus, plus the AnkaraAir and Havaş shuttles and taxis. Wikipedia puts the airport 28 km from the centre.

Is there a high-speed train from Ankara to Istanbul?

Wikivoyage lists YHT high-speed services from Ankara to Istanbul, taking about 4.5 hours, and also to Konya and Sivas.

What card do I use for public transport in Ankara?

The Başkentkart (Başkent Kart). Wikipedia says the Başkentray suburban train has integrated ticketing through it, and Wikivoyage says it is sold at kiosks and metro stations.

How many aparthotels are there in Ankara?

We currently list 14 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Ankara.

Do aparthotels in Ankara have kitchens?

14 of the 14 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Ankara have a washing machine?

6 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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