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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Izmir

17 stays · 16 aparthotels and 1 serviced apartments

Izmir is Turkey's third-largest city, a port on the Aegean coast that works as both a business centre and a base for the ancient sites and beaches nearby. Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Izmir suit that mix: a kitchen and a separate living area help on longer work stays, and families or small groups visiting the Aegean coast get more room than a single hotel room. If you are comparing formats, our guide explains what an aparthotel is.

17 stays

Where to stay in Izmir

Alsancak and the Kordon

  • first-time visitors
  • waterfront
  • transport links

Wikivoyage describes the Kordon as what everyone calls the waterfront promenade of Atatürk Caddesi, lined by tall apartments and palm trees with the Aegean on the other side. Alsancak is also where the İzban suburban railway, trams and city ferries meet at Alsancak Station. It is the most convenient base for a first visit.

Stays in or near Alsancak and the Kordon

Konak

  • history
  • shopping
  • sightseeing

Visit İzmir calls Konak the heart of Izmir. Wikivoyage describes Konak Square as the main square giving its name to the central district, with the clocktower erected in 1901, while the Kemeraltı bazaar lies close by. Visit İzmir describes Kemeraltı as one of the world's largest historical open-air bazaars and the city's commercial centre.

Stays in or near Konak

Karşıyaka

  • families
  • longer stays
  • art and culture

Visit İzmir says Karşıyaka carries traces of ancient times and offers science, art and entertainment opportunities. It lies north of the centre across the bay, and suits visitors who want a base away from the central Konak district.

Bornova

  • university area
  • longer stays
  • metro access

Bornova is the eastern end of the Izmir metro line, according to Wikivoyage, which runs east to west through Halkapınar, Hilal, Basmane and Konak. Visit İzmir calls Bornova the homeland of Homer. It suits longer stays where metro access to the centre matters.

Göztepe

  • tram access
  • longer stays
  • metro access

Wikivoyage lists Göztepe on the tram line that runs through the city centre and south shore from Halkapınar via Alsancak and Konak to Fahrettin Altay, and says the metro also reaches Fahrettin Altay for Göztepe and Balçova. It is an option on the southern side of the centre.

Stays in or near Göztepe

Getting around Izmir

Wikivoyage places Adnan Menderes Airport 16 km south of the city centre. İzban suburban trains run from the airport to Alsancak Station, with a change at Hilal for the metro, and ESHOT bus 202 goes to Republic Square. Wikivoyage says an İzmirimkart is needed for bus 202, and that bank cards work on the trams and metro, while an İzmirimkart or individual tickets are needed for İzban.

Within the city, Wikivoyage describes a metro running east to west, two tram loops, the İzban railway running north to south and Izdeniz ferries criss-crossing the bay. İzmirimkart is the contactless smart card used across public transport, and Wikivoyage says it is available at the airport, ferry piers and stations. ESHOT is the city's bus operator, so check its journey planner for current routes.

Living in Izmir for longer

Wikivoyage says free wifi is available on squares and that the city has 4G from all Turkish carriers. Visit İzmir publishes a guide for foreigners who want to live in Izmir, along with a first-hand expat account, so it is a useful starting point if you are relocating.

For longer stays, Alsancak has the Kordon waterfront for walks, while Bornova gives metro access. Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains how the format compares with a lease.

When to visit Izmir

Wikivoyage says Izmir has a subtropical Mediterranean climate, with hot, rainless but humid summers in which July and August highs of 30 to 35 °C can feel closer to 40 °C. Winters are mild to cool, around 12 to 16 °C with occasional downpours. Spring and autumn are warm and pleasant and generally the best time to visit; beach holidays are best in autumn, when the sea is about 20 °C in September and October.

Wikivoyage says the Izmir Jazz Festival is held in March, and that the city celebrates independence on 9 September.

Wikivoyage gives the city a population of about 3.1 million, and says ancient Smyrna stood at the head of a broad inlet sheltered from winter storms. Wikivoyage describes a metro, trams, a suburban railway and ferries, so where you stay shapes how you move. For the wider country, see Turkey.

Long-stay tips for Izmir

Of the 17 properties here, 5 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 3 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 9 include some form of housekeeping and 12 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.

10 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 40 m².

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

Other cities in Turkey

Comparing destinations? See aparthotels in Istanbul, Antalya, Alanya, Trabzon, Fethiye, Marmaris, Çaykara and Kas.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Izmir?

Alsancak and the Kordon are the usual first choice, with the waterfront, rail and ferries nearby. Konak suits history and shopping, according to Visit İzmir and Wikivoyage.

How do I get from Adnan Menderes Airport to Izmir?

Wikivoyage says İzban trains run to Alsancak Station and ESHOT bus 202 goes to Republic Square, and an İzmirimkart is needed for both. The airport is 16 km south of the centre.

Does Izmir have a metro?

Yes. Wikivoyage describes a metro line running east to west from Bornova through Halkapınar, Hilal, Basmane and Konak to Fahrettin Altay, alongside trams, the İzban railway and ferries.

When is the best time to visit Izmir?

Wikivoyage says spring and autumn are warm and pleasant and generally the best time to visit, with beach holidays best in autumn.

Can I take ferries in Izmir?

Wikivoyage describes Izdeniz ferries that criss-cross the city inlet as a cheap, fast and pleasant form of transport.

How many aparthotels are there in Izmir?

We currently list 17 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Izmir.

Do aparthotels in Izmir have kitchens?

17 of the 17 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Izmir have a washing machine?

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

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