🇹🇷 Bursa, Turkey
Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ
📍 Bursa Uludağ Yolu, Bursa, 16059
Your stay — Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ
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The Property — Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ
The Ceylan Splend'or sits midway up Uludağ's forested slopes, a functional 3-star base with a straightforward alpine aesthetic: wood-panelled lobby, log fire in winter, and wide windows that frame the mountain. It's clean, no-frills, and best suited to summer hikers or budget-conscious families who want a room near the cable-car station rather than luxury. The hotel feels like a 1970s ski lodge that's been decently maintained — honest, not charming.
Chronicles of Bursa
Bursa was founded as Prusa in the 2nd century BC by the Hellenistic king Prusias I, then expanded by the Romans and Byzantines. It became the first major capital of the Ottoman Empire in 1326, where the early sultans built the Green Mosque and tomb complex that define the city's architectural identity. The silk trade, the nearby hot springs, and Uludağ's presence have shaped Bursa into a modern industrial city that still keeps its Ottoman core of hans, covered bazaars, and mosques. Today it is Turkey's fourth-largest city, a traffic-heavy provincial capital with a deep food culture — Iskender kebab originated here — and a year-round pull for mountain and thermal tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bursa guide →Best months
June and September: warm hiking weather (22-28°C), clear skies on the mountain, and lower humidity than July; cable-car queues manageable.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: school holidays drive domestic and Gulf-state families to the mountain for cool escapes; hotel prices on Uludağ double, and the cable car can have 90-minute waits. No major festival — demand is purely seasonal heat-escape.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September-early October: temperatures 15-25°C, hotel rates drop 30-40%, fewer crowds, and the autumn foliage on the mountain is striking.
Weather & packing
Bursa can be 35°C in the city but 15°C cooler on Uludağ where you'll be — pack for a 20-degree swing: shorts and T-shirts for the city, plus a fleece and windproof jacket for the mountain. Always bring a light rain shell; afternoon thunderstorms roll up from the Sea of Marmara.
Live City Briefing — Bursa
- The Bursa Teleferik cable car from the city to Uludağ re-opened in 2024 after a major renovation, now running with faster cabins — check for planned maintenance in July 2026, as summer closure dates are often announced in May.
- Bursa's new metro extension to the Şehir Hastanesi area added in 2025 may cause minor surface disruption on the main road out to the mountain; allow extra time for taxi or bus transfers from the city centre.
- The Koza Han silk market in the old bazaar is open daily but expect renovation scaffolding on the adjacent Ulu Cami minaret through mid-2026 — access to the main prayer hall is unchanged.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (4th to 6th) facing the mountain slope rather than the road. These are furthest from the Bursa Uludağ Yolu traffic and lift machinery, and catch the morning sun without the evening road glare.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or directly above the main entrance – they pick up lobby noise, early breakfast deliveries, and passing cars from the street. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft (often marked with a small closet or pantry door on floor plans).
Best views
Mountain-facing rooms on floors 4-6 offer a clear view of the Uludağ slopes, not the road or car park. The south-west orientation gives afternoon light and sunset colours, but no direct sea or city views – it's a ski mountain hotel, so the draw is the green and white peaks.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 are quietest, as long as you avoid the lift core. The hotel is set back slightly from the road, but lower floors still get tyre rumble from the Uludağ Yolu.
🔊 Noise notes
Bursa Uludağ Yolu is a main access road to the mountain – expect occasional buses and delivery trucks from early morning until late evening. The hotel's bar on the ground floor can be audible in rooms directly above until closing. Lift machinery hum is noticeable on floors 1-3 near the core.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the mountain side when booking – the road-facing side gets exhaust and headlight glare. 2. The car park fills quickly on weekends – arrive before 2pm if driving, or ask to park in the overflow lot behind the hotel (quieter and easier to access the back entrance).
- 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 — Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms; speed approx 10 Mbps. No premium tier. Login via room number and surname.
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers; no digital newsstand. Property is a standard modern ski hotel (built 2005) with no notable heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 for 50 TL, after 14:00 charged half-night rate.
Free storage at reception for day guests; no dedicated lockers.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor. Lift to all floors. No accessible bathroom grab bars in standard rooms.
Free on-site parking for 30 cars on a first-come basis; no valet. Nearest public car park is 1 km down the road (Uludağ Park Yeri) at 20 TL per day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None included in room rate
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates may hold a deposit of one night's stay. At check-in, a credit card hold of 50 TL for incidentals is taken.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Uludağ Cami (623 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: Nebeviyye Cami (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Migros Jet — 398 m · ~5 min walk
Kurbağakaya — 378 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist exchange bureaus which charge poor rates and fees.
Major credit and debit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, shops, and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay common; small bakkals and street vendors prefer cash.
Round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% in restaurants; a few lira for hotel porters or cleaning staff is appreciated but not obligatory.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Turkish tea from a local çaycı is around 5-10 TL; filter coffee at a simple kıraathane costs about 15-25 TL.
A dürüm or pide at a local esnaf lokantası is 60-90 TL.
A main dish at a budget ocakbaşı or lokanta is 80-140 TL.
Head to the main square or market area for kumpir, midye dolma, and balık ekmek stalls; also look for simit carts.
BİM, A101, and Şok are the budget chains; Migros and Carrefour are mid-range.
A short dolmuş ride or walk to the local pazar (market) on its weekly day has cheap clothing; LC Waikiki is common for basics.
BursaKart (purchase from kiosks) gives discounted bus/metro rides at about 3.80 TL per trip; from the airport, take the municipal bus (line H1 or similar) for 12 TL instead of a taxi.
Eat at esnaf lokantası for set lunch menus. Use public transport with BursaKart rather than taxis. Shop at BİM or A101 for water and snacks instead of convenience stores.
Good to know — Bursa
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺46.98 · TRY
Emergency Contacts
BursaFor all emergencies, call 112 (ambulance, police, fire in some areas). Tourist police: 153. Non-emergency police: 155. Consular assistance: contact your country's embassy in Ankara or consulate in Istanbul.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bursa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Yenişehir Airport (YEI) → Bursa Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali
💡 Get off at the city terminal (Şehirlerarası), then take a short taxi or tram 15 mins to Hotel Güneş. Cheaper than direct taxi but slower.
Yenişehir Airport (YEI) → Hotel Güneş, Bursa city centre
💡 Agree on the fare before you get in. Taxis run on a meter but many drivers quote a flat rate from the airport. Best to use the official airport taxi rank.
Şehreküstü tram stop → Hotel Güneş vicinity (nearest stop: Heykel)
💡 Useless for the airport, but handy if you’re coming from the city terminal or want to explore Bursa’s old town. From Heykel, the hotel is a 5-minute walk down Cumhuriyet Caddesi.
Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali (bus station stop: Terminal) → Şehreküstü metro station (closest to Hotel Güneş)
💡 Buy a Bursakart (contactless card) from the machines at the terminal for multiple trips. From Şehreküstü, it’s a 10-minute walk to the hotel. Avoid rush hours—packed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ?
Request a room on the upper floors (4th to 6th) facing the mountain slope rather than the road. These are furthest from the Bursa Uludağ Yolu traffic and lift machinery, and catch the morning sun without the evening road glare.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor or directly above the main entrance – they pick up lobby noise, early breakfast deliveries, and passing cars from the street. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft (often marked with a small closet or pantry door on floor plans).
Is Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ noisy?
Bursa Uludağ Yolu is a main access road to the mountain – expect occasional buses and delivery trucks from early morning until late evening. The hotel's bar on the ground floor can be audible in rooms directly above until closing. Lift machinery hum is noticeable on floors 1-3 near the core.
Which rooms have the best views at Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ?
Mountain-facing rooms on floors 4-6 offer a clear view of the Uludağ slopes, not the road or car park. The south-west orientation gives afternoon light and sunset colours, but no direct sea or city views – it's a ski mountain hotel, so the draw is the green and white peaks.
What are insider tips for staying at Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ?
1. Ask for a room on the mountain side when booking – the road-facing side gets exhaust and headlight glare. 2. The car park fills quickly on weekends – arrive before 2pm if driving, or ask to park in the overflow lot behind the hotel (quieter and easier to access the back entrance).
What time is check-in at Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ?
Check-in at Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms; speed approx 10 Mbps. No premium tier. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ?
None included in room rate
Where can I eat cheaply near Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ?
A dürüm or pide at a local esnaf lokantası is 60-90 TL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ceylan Splend'or, Uludağ?
BursaKart (purchase from kiosks) gives discounted bus/metro rides at about 3.80 TL per trip; from the airport, take the municipal bus (line H1 or similar) for 12 TL instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Bursa?
June and September: warm hiking weather (22-28°C), clear skies on the mountain, and lower humidity than July; cable-car queues manageable.
Top Attractions in Bursa
💡 Cheapest silk scarves are from upstairs shops. Grab a tea from the courtyard garden for 10 lira and watch the merchants haggle.
💡 The top-floor section on silk production is the best part. Allow 45 minutes. Free lockers for bags. They have a small cafe with cheap tea.
💡 Bring binoculars on a clear day — you can see across to Mount Uludağ. Best at late afternoon for golden light; the park gets busy with families at weekends.
💡 Go early (just after 9am) to have the interior to yourself. The adjacent Yeşil Cami is also free and less crowded.
💡 Visit just before sunset; the light through the high windows hits the fountain and the atmosphere is quiet. Women need a headscarf (borrowed free at side entrance).