Akanthus Hotel Ephesus
Atatürk Mahallesi 1064 Sokak No:11 Izmir
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“From the moment we arrived we were looked after by friendly staff”
“The staff exceptionally helpful and friendly”
“Short walk to lots of great restaurants”
“Centrally located, it’s clean, comfortable and got a nice homey feel to it”
“Lovely room and staff and perfect location We had an upgrade to a fantastic r…”
“Beautiful hotel in a quiet part of the town”
“The courtyard breakfast was heavenly”
“The breakfast was fabulous too”
“Our room was spotlessly clean, lovely decor and very comfortable bed”
“The rooms are luxurious and beautiful and everything is spotlessly clean”
“The pool area was very nice only wish it had been warm enough to swim”
“Lovely pool area … as it was a quiet time I managed to do my daily laps”
Overview
Akanthus Hotel Ephesus has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Selcuk. The property is around 3.1 km from Church of Mary, 18 km from Kusadasi Marina and 37 km from Kusadasi International Golf Field. The property is allergy-free and is situated 3 km from Great Theatre of Ephesus. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. With a private bathroom fitted with a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also boast free WiFi, while certain rooms are equipped with a city view. At Akanthus Hotel Ephesus rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Popular points of interest near Akanthus Hotel Ephesus include Ephesus Museum, Artemis Temple and Isabey Mosque, tr. The nearest airport is Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, 60 km from the hotel.
Traveller reviews
Karen
couple
May 22, 2026
“A perfect location to explore Ephesus. Highly recommend!”
From the moment we arrived we were looked after by friendly staff. Our room was spotlessly clean, lovely decor and very comfortable bed. The courtyard breakfast was heavenly. The pool area was very nice only wish it had been warm enough to swim. Short walk to lots of great restaurants.
Christine
couple
May 20, 2026
“Very pretty and charming hotel with wonderful ambience.”
Everything was outstanding, especially the friendliness and the lovely atmosphere. I loved the interesting and authentic design and the comfort. Excellent all round.
Xander
couple
May 2, 2026
“The best in Selcuk”
Centrally located, it’s clean, comfortable and got a nice homey feel to it. The staff exceptionally helpful and friendly.
Anne
couple
May 1, 2026
“Delightful and memorable stay in this character full and lovely boutique hotel. We will return”
Lovely room and staff and perfect location We had an upgrade to a fantastic room
Yilan
solo_traveller
April 25, 2026
“I absolutely love this place with its unique Turkish character—highly recommended!”
This is one of my favorite hotels. The courtyard is absolutely beautiful, full of authentic Turkish charm, and the ceramic decorations throughout the property really reflect the local culture and style. The location is excellent, and the hosts were very helpful and welcoming. A truly lovely place to stay.
Jane
couple
April 24, 2026
“A gem of a hotel. One of the best we’ve stayed in.”
Beautiful hotel in a quiet part of the town. Perfect for visiting Ephesus… we walked there and back. The rooms are luxurious and beautiful and everything is spotlessly clean. Free tea and coffee on tap and fresh cake offered each day. Honesty bar. Lovely pool area … as it was a quiet time I managed to do my daily laps. Staff always on hand and super friendly.
Shayne
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
“Cosy and comfortable and convenient”
Excellent service from staff Central location
Karen
couple
April 4, 2026
This was a beautiful hotel in a wonderful location. The staff was beyond friendly and helpful. The breakfast was fabulous too. We were so sorry we had to leave. We would absolutely stay there again!!
Mario
family_with_children
April 1, 2026
Charming and well-located. Everyone in the staff is very kind, attentive and helpful.
Francesco
couple
March 21, 2026
Just over a year from our previous stay, we've been back to Selçuk and to the local 'hospitality gem' of AHE. As before, it felt just familiarly perfect! Harmonious integration of traditional architectural elements and functional facilities; the communal indoor and outdoor areas provide a calm and relaxing environment to enjoy the tasteful breakfast or an evening drink while absorbing the ideal setting; the spacious room and bathroom with shower, tastefully decorated, with tec support to satisfy the most gadget-orientated guest, a fridge, kettle and the comfortable bed. But AHE won't be the same without the truly exceptional hosts: meeting old and making new friends made our stay an unforgivable experience once again. Your friendly, warm, discrete, professional help and passion for sharing cultural insights to appreciate the beauty of your region and culture won't be forgotten. A heartfelt thank you to the owner, Muharrem, the manager, Soner, and anybody at AHE. We look forward to the next time.
NewtonV
couple
March 13, 2026
“Heaven”
This hotel is a jewel. A hidden treasure where the owners have created an immaculate ambience.
DMtravels
couple
February 26, 2026
“Happy with our stay, would stay again.”
Conveniently located in the town centre of Selcuk just a short walk off the main road so it was quiet and easy access to a lot of restaurants. Hotel staff had kindly arranged to have breakfast earlier for us such that we could eat before catching our day tour. Clean and spacious room, and the bed was not too soft.
Moimois
couple
February 25, 2026
“Strongly recommended”
The breakfast is very good and there is afternoon snack and coffee provided every day. The room is spacious and very clean. A good location to travel to sites like Esphesus and Pamukkale. There is no elevator but the staff are helpful in moving your luggage to the rooms at upper floor.
Marita
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Perfection”
Everything. The most amazing accomodation! Every aspect was perfect
Lorena
solo_traveller
January 4, 2026
“Very beautiful and cozy place work welcoming staff and nice location”
Beautiful, good taste, nice staff and excellent breakfast
JENNIFER
family_with_children
January 4, 2026
“Akanthus is a very nice boutique hotel and Soner the hotel manager really went the extra mile to make our stay a pleasan”
We really appreciated our stay at Akanthus. The place was clean, cosy and well looked after. Breakfast was delicious and served in a meticulous manner. The hotel manager Soner was very welcoming and helpful; he provided us with advice regarding places to visit, transportation and eating places around the area.
Tsui Yan
family_with_children
January 2, 2026
Staff very responsive & helpful. Room very clean. Bed super comfortable. Having best sleep of the whole trip. Breakfast is fresh & of good variety. Beautiful garden & pool.
Fernando
couple
December 4, 2025
“Great place to visit Efes and surroundings. Extremely friendly and helpful staff.”
Very cozy, clean, good location, quiet but very close to restaurants, market, ruins… the staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Jose Ramon
couple
November 1, 2025
“Really good!!”
Verte nice place & people!!
Antoni
couple
October 29, 2025
“Why would you want to stay anywhere else??”
We have stayed in many hotels around the world over the years and this was one of our most pleasant experiences. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The rooms are stylishly decorated in classical way and comfortable. The ambiance of the whole place was homely and welcoming. An ample and fresh breakfast was served on the covered patio next to the pool and under an old olive tree. We were able to walk to all the major attractions or you could just take a short taxi ride to the archeological site entrance.
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Walking tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Snack bar, Bar, Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site
General
WiFi available in all areas, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Allergy-free room
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Street parking, Parking, Free parking
Pool and wellness
Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming Pool
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Face masks for guests available
Services
Shuttle service, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Car hire, Tour desk, Express check-in/check-out
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
This twin/double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned twin/double room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with City View
This twin/double room features a pool with a view. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned twin/double room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as mountain views.
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Pool View
The pool with a view is a top feature of this twin/double room. Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views.
Superior Double or Twin Room with Pool View
This twin/double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views.
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