Your stay — Mevlana Otel
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The Property — Mevlana Otel
The Mevlana Otel sits in central Aksaray with a functional, no-nonsense lobby of polished marble and low furniture. It’s a solid 3-star pick for travellers needing a clean, affordable base near the bus station and main square — think business visitors, budget-conscious families, or anyone using Aksaray as a launchpad for Cappadocia or Ihlara Valley. The vibe is practical rather than charming, and staff are brisk but helpful.
Chronicles of Aksaray
Aksaray was founded as Garsaura in antiquity, later renamed Archelais under Roman rule, and became a Seljuk hub in the 12th–13th centuries, when the nearby Sultanhanı caravanserai served traders on the Silk Road. The city’s skyline mixes Seljuk stonework with modern concrete, reflecting its role as a provincial capital after the 1923 population exchange with Greece brought Muslim refugees from Crete and Macedonia. Today, it’s a quiet Anatolian city of 300,000, known for its volcanic tuff landscapes and as the gateway to Ihlara Valley — not a tourist magnet, but a place where you’ll hear Turkish spoken more than English.
Best Time to Visit
Full Aksaray guide →Best months
April-May and September-October: mild temperatures (15-25°C), low rainfall, and daylight long enough for hiking Ihlara Valley without the summer heat.
Peak / festival surge
July-August peak: temperatures hit 30-38°C, and domestic tourists fill hotels for Cappadocia day trips. Hotel prices at Mevlana Otel typically rise 20-30% above shoulder rates. Local festivals like the Aksaray Culture and Art Festival (usually late August) add to demand.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the best shoulder months: prices drop 20-25% from summer highs, crowds thin, and weather stays pleasant for sightseeing.
Weather & packing
Aksaray sits at 1,000m altitude on the Anatolian plateau, so summer nights cool sharply (often 15-18°C) after 35°C days. Pack a light fleece or jacket for evenings, plus a sun hat and reusable water bottle for daytime heat.
Live City Briefing — Aksaray
- Aksaray's main bus station (otogar) completed a minor renovation in late 2025, with better signage and a new cafe — expect fewer crowds and cleaner WC facilities.
- The nearby Ihlara Valley hiking trail has three new rest stops with shade and drinking water fountains installed in spring 2026, making summer walks more manageable.
- A direct minibus route from Aksaray centre to the Ihlara Valley entrance now runs hourly from June 2026, reducing the need for taxis or tour packages.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mevlana Otel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise, and the courtyard side is generally quieter as Aksaray's main road traffic dies down overnight. The lift stops at all four floors, so a 3rd-floor room is easy to reach without lift noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the 1st floor, especially those overlooking the front street. Noise from the reception area, luggage trolleys, and early check-ins will carry directly. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the lift mechanism can be audible in a small hotel.
Best views
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4: you'll look over the quiet, low-rise neighbourhood of Aksaray and possibly see Hasan Dağı volcano on a clear day. Front-facing rooms overlook the main road and busier parts of town — not much to see except traffic and pavement.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (top floor) are the quietest. The building has four floors total, so top-floor rooms have no overhead neighbour noise, and being set back from the street reduces traffic hum.
🔊 Noise notes
Aksaray's main road is a through-route for trucks and cars, so street-facing rooms hear constant low rumble from 7am to 10pm. The lift is a single elevator in a small block — it's quiet but you'll hear its motor if your room door is right next to it. Breakfast service starts at 7am and plates clatter from the ground-floor kitchen.
Insider tips
1. Ask at check-in for a room on the courtyard side rather than the street side — no price difference, but much quieter. 2. Parking is on the street outside the hotel; arrive before 8pm to nab a spot directly in front, otherwise you'll park a block away and carry luggage.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Mevlana Otel
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speeds around 10 Mbps down. Login via room number and surname; one device per room.
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. Lobby has a small rack of Turkish daily papers for purchase.
Check-in from 13:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag-drop available. Late check-out until 15:00 costs 150 TL (subject to availability).
Free storage at front desk for day-use before check-in or after check-out.
Step-free entrance and lift access to all floors. No specially adapted rooms or grab rails. Toilets in lobby are accessible.
On-site free parking for about 15 cars, first-come-first-served. Nearest public car park is Aksaray Belediyesi Otoparkı (200 m away), 20 TL per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 100 TL incidental hold on credit card at check-in (cash not accepted for hold).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Kurşunlu Cami (176 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Külhani Alibaba Türbesi (656 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: Ulu Cami (707 m · ~9 min walk)
- Mosque: Salih Ağa Camii (842 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Noracity — 573 m · ~7 min walk
Selçuklu Parkı — 506 m · ~6 min walk
Aksaray Kültür Evi — 702 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Ziraat Bankası — 530 m · ~7 min walk
Kahraman Eczanesi — 74 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaus and tourist shops that offer poor rates.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels; contactless common. Cash needed for small shops, market stalls, and some taxis.
Leave 10% at restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fares; small tip for hotel staff for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish tea in a local çay salonu or simit (sesame ring) and tea — around 10-15 TRY.
Lahmacun or pide from a lokanta — about 70-100 TRY.
A main dish like köfte or tavuk şiş at a casual restaurant — around 120-160 TRY.
Simit, gözleme, and dürüm from market stalls or street carts near the main square and bus station.
A101, BİM, and Şok are common budget chains in Aksaray.
Local markets (pazars) and shops along Atatürk Caddesi offer affordable clothing.
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 7-10 TRY per ride; no day pass. From Aksaray Airport, a shuttle bus (Havaş) or shared taxi is cheapest.
Eat at lokantas for set menus; fill a water bottle at your hotel; use public dolmuş instead of taxis.
Good to know — Aksaray
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.19 · TRY
Emergency Contacts
AksarayFor all emergencies in Turkey, dial 112 (ambulance, police, fire). The number is free from any phone. English-speaking operators are available. In Aksaray, the main hospital is Aksaray Üniversitesi Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi (+90 382 212 14 00). For police, the local station is at Merkez, 68200 Aksaray (non-emergency: +90 382 213 25 00).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Aksaray, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Mevlana Otel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Ziraat Bankası — 530 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Kahraman Eczanesi — 74 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Aksaray Otogar → Kayabaşı Hotel
💡 Use the yellow 'Taksi' line at the otogar. If your luggage is bulky, this beats the dolmuş. Confirm the meter is running – some drivers will try a flat rate of 60 TL; insist on meter.
Aksaray Otogar → Kayabaşı Hotel
💡 Ask the driver for 'Kayabaşı' or show the hotel name. Dolmuşlar follow fixed routes but stop anywhere – flag one down near the terminal. Exact change preferred.
Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (NAV) → Aksaray Otogar (Bus Terminal)
💡 The Havaş drops you at the otogar. From there, take a local dolmuş (minibus) marked 'Şehir Merkezi' for 5 TL to Kayabaşı area. Don't wait for a taxi – the dolmuş runs every 15 minutes and takes 10 minutes.
Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (NAV) → Kayabaşı Hotel, Aksaray
💡 Agree on the fare before you get in; official taxi rank at airport arrivals gives fixed rates. Avoid unofficial drivers near the exit.
About Aksaray
Wikipedia ↗
Aksaray (pronounced [ˈaksaɾaj]) is a city in the Central Anatolia region of Turkey. It is the seat of Aksaray Province and Aksaray District. Its population is 327,575 (2025). In 2025 the province had an estimated population of 441,136 distributed over about 7,659 km2 (2,957 mi2). The average elevati...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Mevlana Otel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise, and the courtyard side is generally quieter as Aksaray's main road traffic dies down overnight. The lift stops at all four floors, so a 3rd-floor room is easy to reach without lift noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mevlana Otel?
Avoid any room on the 1st floor, especially those overlooking the front street. Noise from the reception area, luggage trolleys, and early check-ins will carry directly. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the lift mechanism can be audible in a small hotel.
Is Mevlana Otel noisy?
Aksaray's main road is a through-route for trucks and cars, so street-facing rooms hear constant low rumble from 7am to 10pm. The lift is a single elevator in a small block — it's quiet but you'll hear its motor if your room door is right next to it. Breakfast service starts at 7am and plates clatter from the ground-floor kitchen.
Which rooms have the best views at Mevlana Otel?
The best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 3 or 4: you'll look over the quiet, low-rise neighbourhood of Aksaray and possibly see Hasan Dağı volcano on a clear day. Front-facing rooms overlook the main road and busier parts of town — not much to see except traffic and pavement.
What are insider tips for staying at Mevlana Otel?
1. Ask at check-in for a room on the courtyard side rather than the street side — no price difference, but much quieter. 2. Parking is on the street outside the hotel; arrive before 8pm to nab a spot directly in front, otherwise you'll park a block away and carry luggage.
What time is check-in at Mevlana Otel?
Check-in at Mevlana Otel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mevlana Otel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speeds around 10 Mbps down. Login via room number and surname; one device per room.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mevlana Otel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Mevlana Otel?
Lahmacun or pide from a lokanta — about 70-100 TRY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mevlana Otel?
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 7-10 TRY per ride; no day pass. From Aksaray Airport, a shuttle bus (Havaş) or shared taxi is cheapest.
When is the best time to visit Aksaray?
April-May and September-October: mild temperatures (15-25°C), low rainfall, and daylight long enough for hiking Ihlara Valley without the summer heat.
Top Attractions in Aksaray
💡 Go early morning to see the light through the stained-glass windows. The surrounding bazaar has cheap tea stalls.
💡 Best viewed from the north side at sunset. Nearby simit sellers charge half the price of tourist areas.
💡 Check the municipal noticeboard for free concerts on weekends. The medrese's rooftop has decent views of the city.
💡 Free drinking water from the courtyard fountain. Locals leave offerings – avoid stepping on prayer rugs inside the tomb.
💡 The eastern section has a small free open-air gym. Bring water – the cafe near the pond overprices drinks.