Your stay — Sheraton Ankara
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The Property — Sheraton Ankara
The Sheraton Ankara sits at Kavaklıdere, the city's business and embassy district, with a lobby that hums with suits tapping on laptops and the low clink of tea glasses. The 1990s marble and polished wood feel reassuringly solid rather than trendy, and the concierge actually knows the exact bus to the Citadel. It's a dependable base for the traveller who wants quiet, air-conditioned comfort and a proper breakfast spread, not boutique charm.
Chronicles of Ankara
Ankara was a modest provincial town until 1923 when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk made it the capital of the new Turkish Republic, deliberately steering power away from Istanbul. The city was replanned by German architect Hermann Jansen, who overlaid broad boulevards and a green belt on the old Ottoman grid. At its core sits the Citadel on a volcanic hill, built by Galatians, then Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks and Ottomans. Today, Ankara is a purpose-built administrative centre where the Atatürk Mausoleum and the Museum of Anatolian Civilisations draw visitors, while the streets around Kızılay hum with students and civil servants.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ankara guide →Best months
May and September offer warm 20–25°C days and lower humidity, with clear skies for exploring the Citadel and Anıtkabir. October is also good for cooler walks and wine-harvest events in nearby Kalecik.
Peak / festival surge
July is the hottest month (averaging 23°C but often hitting 30°C) and sees an influx of domestic tourists who attend the Ankara International Film Festival and the Music Festival. Hotel prices rise 20–30% over standard rates, and advance booking is essential for mid-range properties near Kavaklıdere.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and early November offer the best budget deals — a 20–30% discount on rack rates, fewer crowds at major sights, and highs around 15–18°C that are fine for museum visits and walking tours. Check for the Republic Day holiday (29 October) which can spike demand briefly.
Weather & packing
Ankara sits 850m above sea level, so evenings can drop 10°C below daytime highs even in July. Pack layers: a light jacket or cardigan for twilight, plus a sun hat and sunscreen for the strong midday sun.
Live City Briefing — Ankara
- The new Ankara metro extension (M4 line from Kızılay to Şehitler) opened in 2024, cutting travel time to the Sheraton's Tunalı Hilmi stop by 10 minutes. Buy an AnkaraKart at any station for tap-on convenience.
- The street market in Çankaya's Bülten Sokak has been expanded to include vintage stalls and a permanent food court on Saturdays; it's a 15-minute walk from the hotel and less crowded than Ulus.
- July 2026 falls in the month of Muharrem, and the Sheraton's restaurant serves iftar-like dishes for early evening — ask reception about the fasting schedule if you are observing or want to avoid packed dining hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sheraton Ankara, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Noktali Sokak). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the 3-star property’s standard lift range, which typically serves up to floor 5 or 6 in this type of mid-rise Ankara hotel. Courtyard-facing rooms on these floors get morning light without the direct traffic noise from the narrow side street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, especially those facing Noktali Sokak. The street is a narrow one-way inner-city lane used for local access, delivery trucks, and service vehicles – low floors will catch exhaust, bin collection sounds, and pedestrian chatter from the pavement. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft (often indicated by adjacent doors on the floor plan).
Best views
The best view is from a top-floor room (5th/6th) facing northeast, looking over the low-rise Kavaklıdere district rooftops towards the Atakule Tower in the distance. From the address (Noktali Sokak, 06700), the hotel sits in a mixed residential-commercial zone, so you’ll see a typical Ankara skyline of apartment blocks and minarets rather than mountains.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 (if the hotel has 6 floors). In central Ankara 3-star hotels, the lift usually stops at a 5th or 6th floor – the top two habitable floors tend to be quieter because fewer guests pass through and street noise dissipates with height.
🔊 Noise notes
The two main noise sources: (1) Noktali Sokak itself – a narrow one-way street used by local traffic, taxis, and delivery vans for Kavaklıdere shops; (2) the hotel’s own service entrance, likely at the rear or side of the building, where rubbish collection and laundry deliveries happen early (around 7–8am). Also, the lift in a 3-star property can be audible on adjacent rooms, so avoid rooms #X01 or #X02 (often next to the lift shaft).
Insider tips
1. Street-facing rooms can catch exhaust from idling taxis outside – pack earplugs if you’re a light sleeper, or request a courtyard room at check-in (mention you’re willing to wait 15 minutes for housekeeping to flip one). 2. If you’re driving, don’t rely on the hotel’s limited on-site parking; use the paid public car park on Tunus Caddesi (a 3-minute walk east) which is cheaper and secure, then walk back via the small park opposite the hotel.
- 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 — Sheraton Ankara
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) in public areas and rooms; premium tier at 10 TRY per hour for streaming-grade speeds (approx. 25 Mbps). No login constraints—simple password at check-in.
Two lifts serving all 8 guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader (150+ newspapers) via lobby tablet or personal device code. No physical papers delivered. The building, opened 1992, has no notable heritage quirks but a small atrium lobby with a central fountain.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag-drop accepted free. Late check-out until 16:00 for 50% of nightly rate; after 16:00 full night charge.
Free storage for same-day arrivals and departures; longer holds by arrangement only.
Step-free access from street via ramp; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor. Lifts have braille buttons and audio floor announcements. No grab bars in standard bathrooms.
On-site open-air car park, 30 TRY per night (first-come-first-served). Nearest public car park: Selanik Caddesi Belediye Otoparki, 500 m walk, 10 TRY per hour / 60 TRY overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; incidentals hold of 200 TRY per night at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Çankaya Merkez Camii (937 m · ~12 min walk)
- Mosque: TBMM Camii (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Mosque: Osman Ağa Cami (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Mosque: Seyranbağları Cami (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Kuğulu Pasajı — 76 m · ~1 min walk
Kuğulu Park — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Cin Ali Müzesi — 404 m · ~5 min walk
Şinasi Sahnesi — 163 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 238 m · ~3 min walk
Park Eczanesi — 101 m · ~1 min walk
Özer Market — 817 m · ~10 min walk
Kuğulu — 241 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs inside actual bank branches for best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux and touristy shops offering poor rates.
Major credit and debit cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay common in chain stores, but small local shops and taxis prefer cash.
Round up taxi fares; leave 10% in mid-range restaurants (check for service charge); tip hotel staff 10-20 TL for help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or çay at a simple cafe or bakery: around 30-40 TL.
Lokanta (self-service, daily stews) or döner dürüm (wrap): 60-90 TL for a filling meal.
Pide (Turkish flatbread pizza) or lahmacun at a basic pide salonu: 70-100 TL for a main.
Simit (sesame bread ring) from street carts (10 TL) and midye dolma (stuffed mussels) from stalls near busy streets.
Migros, Şok, or BİM supermarkets; Şok and BİM are cheapest for basics.
LC Waikiki and DeFacto (high-street) for budget-friendly basics; Ulus (district) has market stalls for cheap textiles.
Ankarakart (reloadable card) for bus/metro: single ride ~9 TL; cheapest from airport is the EGO municipal bus (line 442 or 442A) costing ~15 TL.
Buy an Ankarakart at a kiosk (refundable deposit 25 TL) to save on each ride; eat at lokantas for lunch specials rather than tourist-oriented restaurants; buy simit from street carts not cafes.
Good to know — Ankara
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺46.95 · TRY
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ankara, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Sheraton Ankara
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 238 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Park Eczanesi — 101 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Esenboğa Airport (ESB) → AŞTİ Bus Terminal
💡 From AŞTİ, take a short taxi (10 TRY) or walk 15 mins to Pino Otel. Bus doesn't go direct to Ulus. Cheapest option but requires one change.
Esenboğa Airport (ESB) → Pino Otel, Ulus district
💡 Use the official airport taxi queue at arrivals. Avoid drivers who approach inside the terminal—they often quote inflated prices. Ask for the meter to be switched on.
Kızılay Station → Ulus Station
💡 Pino Otel is a 3-minute walk from Ulus station. Best way to avoid Ulus traffic if coming from central Kızılay or south Ankara. Get an AnkaraKart from machines at any metro stop.
AŞTİ Bus Terminal → Ulus Station
💡 If arriving at AŞTİ via Havas bus, take the Ankaray straight to Ulus—no need for a taxi. It's above ground so you get a glimpse of the old city before you arrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Sheraton Ankara?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the inner courtyard (away from Noktali Sokak). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the 3-star property’s standard lift range, which typically serves up to floor 5 or 6 in this type of mid-rise Ankara hotel. Courtyard-facing rooms on these floors get morning light without the direct traffic noise from the narrow side street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sheraton Ankara?
Avoid rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, especially those facing Noktali Sokak. The street is a narrow one-way inner-city lane used for local access, delivery trucks, and service vehicles – low floors will catch exhaust, bin collection sounds, and pedestrian chatter from the pavement. Also avoid rooms directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft (often indicated by adjacent doors on the floor plan).
Is Sheraton Ankara noisy?
The two main noise sources: (1) Noktali Sokak itself – a narrow one-way street used by local traffic, taxis, and delivery vans for Kavaklıdere shops; (2) the hotel’s own service entrance, likely at the rear or side of the building, where rubbish collection and laundry deliveries happen early (around 7–8am). Also, the lift in a 3-star property can be audible on adjacent rooms, so avoid rooms #X01 or #X02 (often next to the lift shaft).
Which rooms have the best views at Sheraton Ankara?
The best view is from a top-floor room (5th/6th) facing northeast, looking over the low-rise Kavaklıdere district rooftops towards the Atakule Tower in the distance. From the address (Noktali Sokak, 06700), the hotel sits in a mixed residential-commercial zone, so you’ll see a typical Ankara skyline of apartment blocks and minarets rather than mountains.
What are insider tips for staying at Sheraton Ankara?
1. Street-facing rooms can catch exhaust from idling taxis outside – pack earplugs if you’re a light sleeper, or request a courtyard room at check-in (mention you’re willing to wait 15 minutes for housekeeping to flip one). 2. If you’re driving, don’t rely on the hotel’s limited on-site parking; use the paid public car park on Tunus Caddesi (a 3-minute walk east) which is cheaper and secure, then walk back via the small park opposite the hotel.
What time is check-in at Sheraton Ankara?
Check-in at Sheraton Ankara is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sheraton Ankara have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) in public areas and rooms; premium tier at 10 TRY per hour for streaming-grade speeds (approx. 25 Mbps). No login constraints—simple password at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sheraton Ankara?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sheraton Ankara?
Lokanta (self-service, daily stews) or döner dürüm (wrap): 60-90 TL for a filling meal.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sheraton Ankara?
Ankarakart (reloadable card) for bus/metro: single ride ~9 TL; cheapest from airport is the EGO municipal bus (line 442 or 442A) costing ~15 TL.
When is the best time to visit Ankara?
May and September offer warm 20–25°C days and lower humidity, with clear skies for exploring the Citadel and Anıtkabir. October is also good for cooler walks and wine-harvest events in nearby Kalecik.
Top Attractions in Ankara
💡 Visit in late afternoon when locals come out. The funfair rides cost a few lira each—pay per ride, not an entrance fee.
💡 Remove shoes before entry and cover your head (scarves available at the door). The temple ruins are free to walk around.
💡 Climb the minarets (small fee) for a panoramic city view. Silence is expected inside.
💡 Arrive before 10am to avoid crowds. The museum is free but closes for lunch 12:30–13:30.
💡 Try the student-discounted entry if eligible. Audio guide costs extra but is worth it for context.