Ottoman Relics and Western Civilizations (Istanbul, Ephesus, Pergamon Tours)

Tour Hotels

• Germir Palas Hotel Special Class

  Occupying a prime position in the heart of Istanbul, Germir Palas Hotel is a classical-styled hotel overlooking Taksim Square with lovely views out over the Bosphorus and the city skyline. The Germir Palas has elegantly decorated and neatly furnished rooms complimented with modern bathrooms. The rooms overlook lively Taksim Square and bustling Istanbul. During the summer months, the hotels lovely Terrace Restaurant & Bar is the ideal spot to take an al fresco breakfast or dinner, while admiring the pretty views. Alternatively, the Bistro Germir Palas is open all day long and guests can enjoy lunch and dinner or international sports events on the big screen. The Germir Palas is a few minutes walk from the city`s famous Istiklal Avenue and its many shopping, dining and entertainment spots. Taksim Square is of course right on your doorstep. The City Airport Shuttle operates a regular bus service between the airport and the center of the city. The terminal for this service is just a short walk from the Germir Palas.

• Double Tree by Hilton Alsancak

  Only a 2 minute walk from the Izmir International Fair, this hotel features an outdoor pool and a spa and health club. Free private parking and Wi-Fi throughout the building are available. The air-conditioned rooms at Yildizhan Hotel Izmir feature carpet floors, a minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Bathroom includes a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The hotel’s restaurant serves dishes from international cuisine. Lobby and Roof Bars are ideal for refreshing drinks. At Yildizhan, guests can enjoy their breakfast in the privacy of their room. You can work out in the fitness center and relax in the Turkish bath, sauna or massage rooms. Laundry and room services are also available. Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is 19 miles from Yildizhan Hotel Izmir. The beltway, which allow easy access to many sites of the city such as the airport and Cigli organized industrial zone, is a 5 minute drive away.

• Wyndham Hotel Izmir

  Towering over Izmir Bay’s shore, the Wyndham Izmir Ozdilek offers spectacular gulf views. It has luxurious rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, and features a fitness and spa center. The property arranges a shuttle service to different points of the city, and free private parking is also available. All rooms at the Wyndham Izmir Ozdilek are elegantly decorated and well-equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV and free high-speed Wi-Fi. The Agamemnon Thermal SPA and Wellness Center offers free services for guests, such as indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub and Turkish bath, as well as aromatherapy rooms. The SPA also offers a variety of professional beauty, body care and massage treatments. Breakfast and lunch are served daily. Guests can enjoy continental and Turkish cuisine in Manzara Restaurant. In Lomboz Bar, guests can sip on a cocktail while admiring the stunning sea view. Le Jardin Lobby Bar is also available with its terrace. The Wyndham Izmir Ozdilek is very close to historic sites like Ephesus Ruins and Church of the Virgin Mary. The property provides a free shuttle service to and from the airport and the center of the city. Adnan Menderes Airport is only 14 miles away.

• Eresin Crown Hotel

  This special category deluxe hotel is in Sultanahmet, the center of Istanbul’s historic area. Eresin Crown Hotel features lavish accommodations with chic, elegant fittings. Each room features traditional Turkish rugs and artifacts. Modern amenities include a spa bathtub and satellite TV. Eresin Crown Hotel is in a central location, close to many of Istanbul’s main attractions. It is a 10 minute walk from Basilica Cistern and just over half a mile from the Archaeological Museum. Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine is served in the hotel’s Mosaic Restaurant while the rooftop terrace offers panoramic views of the Old City in Sultanahmet. In the Column Bar you can relax with drinks and refreshments.