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Akanthus Hotel Ephesus

Atatürk Mahallesi 1064 Sokak No:11 Izmir
Rated 9.9 in 536 reviews

Akanthus Hotel Ephesus is a charming accommodation option situated in the historic town of Selçuk, Turkey. Known for its proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus, this hotel provides an ideal base for travelers seeking to explore the rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of the region. The hotel embraces the concept of a boutique establishment, offering an intimate and personalized experience to its guests. Its design elegantly blends modern comfort with traditional Turkish elements, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Guests at Akanthus Hotel Ephesus can expect to find a range of amenities that enhance their stay, such as a pleasant courtyard where they can relax after a day of sightseeing. The hotel also prioritizes offering personalized service, ensuring that each visitor's needs and preferences are catered to with attention and care. The rooms are tastefully decorated, reflecting the local character while providing contemporary conveniences for a comfortable experience.

The location of Akanthus Hotel Ephesus is particularly advantageous for those wishing to explore the nearby archaeological marvels, such as the ancient city of Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and the Basilica of St. John. Additionally, the town of Selçuk offers a glimpse into traditional Turkish life, with its bustling markets and local eateries. Guests have easy access to these local attractions, either on foot or via short transit.

Overall, Akanthus Hotel Ephesus provides a serene and culturally enriching stay, where guests can immerse themselves in the history and beauty of the Selçuk area.

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Climate and Weather

January
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Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
February
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March
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 22
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Ephesus
Ephesus
Ancient Greek city in Anatolia
1.7km / 1mi
Temple of Artemis (Artemision)
Temple of Artemis (Artemision)
Temple in Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
200m / 210yd
İsa Bey Mosque
İsa Bey Mosque
Mosque in Selcuk, Turkey (Ephesus)
320m / 340yd
Ephesus Archaeological Museum
Ephesus Archaeological Museum
Museum in Selçuk District
120m / 130yd
Basilica of St. John
Basilica of St. John
Church building located on the Ayasoluk by Ephesus
340m / 370yd
Cave of the Seven Sleepers
Cemetery and church with a cave associated with the legend of the Seven Sleepers, Ephesus
1.2km / 0.76mi
The Grand Fortress of Selçuk
The Grand Fortress of Selçuk
Fortress on the Ayasuluk hill
0.6km / 0.39mi
Vedius Gymnasium
Bath-gymnasium complex located directly along the city wall in Ephesus
1.8km / 1.1mi
Stadium
Stadium
Large stadium located on the north-west side of the Panayirdag in Ephesus
1.7km / 1.1mi
Akıncılar Camii
Mosque in Selçuk, İzmir
340m / 380yd
İshak Bey Camii
Mosque in Selçuk District
200m / 210yd
Aydınoğlu Camii
Mosque in Selçuk District
260m / 280yd
Ayasuluk Kale Camii
Mosque in Selçuk, İzmir
0.7km / 0.43mi
Alpaslan Mescidi
Mosque in Selçuk, İzmir
250m / 270yd
Kılıçaslan Camii
Mosque in Selçuk, İzmir
120m / 130yd
Isa Bey Hamam
Isa Bey Hamam
Hammam in Selçuk District
220m / 240yd
Ephesus
Ephesus
Ancient Greek city in Anatolia
2.4km / 1.5mi
Library of Celsus
Library of Celsus
Library constructed over the burial of the Roman senator Ti. Iulius Celsus Polemaeanus in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.6mi
Church of Mary
Church of Mary
Very large church complex and adjoining buildings in Ephesus
2.3km / 1.5mi
Çukuriçi Höyük
Çukuriçi Höyük
Tell in Selçuk, Izmir, Turkey
2.3km / 1.4mi
Temple of Hadrian
Temple of Hadrian
Small temple-like monument along the Curetes Street in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.5mi
Great Theatre
Great Theatre
Main theater venue located in Ephesus, set into the hillside of the Panayirdag
2.2km / 1.4mi
Fountain of Trajan
Fountain of Trajan
Impressive fountain facade and end of an aqueduct in Ephesus
2.4km / 1.5mi
Terrace House 1
Terrace House 1
Insula with six residential units in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.5mi
Terrace House 2
Terrace House 2
Insula with seven residential units, extensive wall paintings and mosaic floors in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.5mi
Temple of Serapis (Ephesus)
Temple of Serapis (Ephesus)
Well-preserved sanctuary in Ephesus, deity disputed
2.6km / 1.6mi
Hadrian's Gate
Hadrian's Gate
Three-storied gate marking the beginning of the Marble Street in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.6mi
Memmius Monument
Memmius Monument
Stately monument constructed in honor of C. Memmius in Ephesus
2.4km / 1.5mi
Theatre Gymnasium
Theatre Gymnasium
Bath-gymnasium located across the street from the theater in Ephesus
2.2km / 1.4mi
Ancient Harbour
Harbor mentioned in ancient literature located by Ephesus
2.9km / 1.8mi
East Gymnasium
Bath-gymnasium complex located beside the Magnesian Gate in Ephesus
2km / 1.2mi
Temenos with Double Monument
Temenos with Double Monument
Open courtyard with halls along three sides in Ephesus
2.3km / 1.5mi
Virgin Mary Statue
Virgin Mary Statue
Statue in Selçuk, Turkey
2.8km / 1.7mi
Tomb of Saint Luke
Circular Roman-period building later adapted into a church in Ephesus
2.4km / 1.5mi
Gate of Magnesia
Gate in Ephesus located between Panayirdag and Bülbüldag, with road leading to Magnesia
2.1km / 1.3mi
State Agora
State Agora
Ancient square in Ephesus
2.3km / 1.4mi
Prytaneion
Prytaneion
Cult building located along the northern side of the State Agora in Ephesus
2.3km / 1.5mi
Ephesus Harbour Gymnasium
Gymnasium located close to the harbor, adjacent to the harbor baths in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.5mi
Commercial Market (Tetragonos Agora)
Commercial Market (Tetragonos Agora)
Main commercial square in Ephesus
2.4km / 1.5mi
Olympieion
Colossal temple dedicated to the emperor Hadrian as Zeus Olympios in Ephesus
2.3km / 1.4mi
Thermes and Gymnasium
Thermes and Gymnasium
Bath complex located along the east side of the State Agora in Ephesus
2.3km / 1.4mi
South Gate (Gate of Mazeus and Mithridates)
South Gate (Gate of Mazeus and Mithridates)
Three-arched gate located between the library of Celsus and the Tetragonos Agora in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.5mi
Insula M1 (Ephesus)
Latrine and richly furnished insula in Ephesus
2.4km / 1.5mi
Public toilets
Latrine and richly furnished insula in Ephesus, formerly referred to as the brothel
2.5km / 1.5mi
Bath of Varius
Bath of Varius
Bath complex along the Curetes Street surrounding the corner insula M1 and latrine in Ephesus
2.4km / 1.5mi

What to do in Selcuk and near Akanthus Hotel Ephesus

Ephesus
Ephesus
Ancient Greek city in Anatolia
1.7km / 1mi
Temple of Artemis (Artemision)
Temple of Artemis (Artemision)
Temple in Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
200m / 210yd
İsa Bey Mosque
İsa Bey Mosque
Mosque in Selcuk, Turkey (Ephesus)
320m / 340yd
Ephesus Archaeological Museum
Ephesus Archaeological Museum
Museum in Selçuk District
120m / 130yd
Basilica of St. John
Basilica of St. John
Church building located on the Ayasoluk by Ephesus
340m / 370yd
Cave of the Seven Sleepers
Cemetery and church with a cave associated with the legend of the Seven Sleepers, Ephesus
1.2km / 0.76mi
The Grand Fortress of Selçuk
The Grand Fortress of Selçuk
Fortress on the Ayasuluk hill
0.6km / 0.39mi
Vedius Gymnasium
Bath-gymnasium complex located directly along the city wall in Ephesus
1.8km / 1.1mi
Stadium
Stadium
Large stadium located on the north-west side of the Panayirdag in Ephesus
1.7km / 1.1mi
Akıncılar Camii
Mosque in Selçuk, İzmir
340m / 380yd
İshak Bey Camii
Mosque in Selçuk District
200m / 210yd
Aydınoğlu Camii
Mosque in Selçuk District
260m / 280yd
Ayasuluk Kale Camii
Mosque in Selçuk, İzmir
0.7km / 0.43mi
Alpaslan Mescidi
Mosque in Selçuk, İzmir
250m / 270yd
Kılıçaslan Camii
Mosque in Selçuk, İzmir
120m / 130yd
Isa Bey Hamam
Isa Bey Hamam
Hammam in Selçuk District
220m / 240yd
Ephesus
Ephesus
Ancient Greek city in Anatolia
2.4km / 1.5mi
Library of Celsus
Library of Celsus
Library constructed over the burial of the Roman senator Ti. Iulius Celsus Polemaeanus in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.6mi
Church of Mary
Church of Mary
Very large church complex and adjoining buildings in Ephesus
2.3km / 1.5mi
Çukuriçi Höyük
Çukuriçi Höyük
Tell in Selçuk, Izmir, Turkey
2.3km / 1.4mi
Temple of Hadrian
Temple of Hadrian
Small temple-like monument along the Curetes Street in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.5mi
Great Theatre
Great Theatre
Main theater venue located in Ephesus, set into the hillside of the Panayirdag
2.2km / 1.4mi
Fountain of Trajan
Fountain of Trajan
Impressive fountain facade and end of an aqueduct in Ephesus
2.4km / 1.5mi
Terrace House 1
Terrace House 1
Insula with six residential units in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.5mi
Terrace House 2
Terrace House 2
Insula with seven residential units, extensive wall paintings and mosaic floors in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.5mi
Temple of Serapis (Ephesus)
Temple of Serapis (Ephesus)
Well-preserved sanctuary in Ephesus, deity disputed
2.6km / 1.6mi
Hadrian's Gate
Hadrian's Gate
Three-storied gate marking the beginning of the Marble Street in Ephesus
2.5km / 1.6mi
Memmius Monument
Memmius Monument
Stately monument constructed in honor of C. Memmius in Ephesus
2.4km / 1.5mi
Theatre Gymnasium
Theatre Gymnasium
Bath-gymnasium located across the street from the theater in Ephesus
2.2km / 1.4mi
Ancient Harbour
Harbor mentioned in ancient literature located by Ephesus
2.9km / 1.8mi

About Selcuk

Selcuk, Turkey, offers a rich tapestry of history and culture that appeals to various interests. One of the most significant attractions is the Ephesus Archaeological Site, where visitors can explore the well-preserved ruins of this ancient city. The Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre are among the highlights that showcase the grandeur of Roman architecture.

Nearby, the House of the Virgin Mary holds religious significance and is believed to be the final residence of Mary, mother of Jesus. This site attracts pilgrims and visitors alike, providing a serene atmosphere for reflection.

The Basilica of St. John is another notable historical site, where the remains of St. John the Apostle are said to be buried. The structure, with its impressive ruins, offers insights into early Christian architecture and history.

For those interested in local culture, a visit to the Selcuk Museum provides a comprehensive overview of the region's history, featuring artifacts from various periods, including the Hellenistic and Roman eras. This museum enhances the understanding of the area’s archaeological significance.

The Isa Bey Mosque is a beautiful example of Seljuk architecture, with intricate stonework and a peaceful courtyard. This mosque reflects the city’s Islamic heritage and is a lovely spot to appreciate local craftsmanship.

Exploring the local bazaars is also worthwhile, where one can experience the vibrant atmosphere and perhaps purchase traditional crafts or sample Turkish delicacies. The hospitality of the local people adds to the charm of these markets.

Finally, taking a short trip to the nearby Pamukkale for its stunning travertine terraces can provide a refreshing escape from the historical sites, allowing one to enjoy both natural beauty and historical exploration in this captivating region of Turkey.




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