Il tuo soggiorno — Selami
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La proprietà — Selami
The Selami is a modest three-star in Izmir's Konak district, a short walk from the waterfront. The lobby is compact and bright, with tiled floors, a few armchairs, and a front desk that runs on local efficiency rather than fuss. It suits practical travellers who want a clean, central base without paying for frills – think solo business visitors, couples on a city break, or groups prioritising location over luxury. The USP is access: ten minutes on foot to the Kemeraltı Bazaar and the ferry terminal.
Cronache di Izmir
Izmir, ancient Smyrna, was founded around the 3rd millennium BC and rebuilt by Alexander the Great's generals. It grew into a major Roman and Byzantine port, then flourished under the Ottoman Empire as a cosmopolitan trade hub with Greek, Armenian, Jewish, and Levantine communities. The great fire of 1922 destroyed much of the old city, and the modern Republic rebuilt it as a planned, grid-like metropolis with wide boulevards and seafront promenades. Today it's Turkey's third-largest city, known for its liberal, cafe-filled culture, Roman agora ruins, and the iconic elevator-tower Asansör.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Izmir →I migliori mesi
May and September: warm but not scorching (mid-20s °C), fewer tourists than summer peak, and sea breezes keep the air fresh.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August: very hot (averaging 33°C, often higher), with domestic and international tourists flooding the coast. Hotel prices in Izmir, including the Selami, can rise 30-50% above shoulder rates. The International Izmir Festival runs June-July, drawing classical music and ballet crowds.
Stagione di spalla
October and April: significantly cheaper rooms, mild temperatures (18-25°C), and quieter sights. The sea is still swimmable in October.
Meteo e imballaggio
July in Izmir is dry and relentlessly sunny, but an afternoon meltemi wind can dust you with sand if you walk the Kordon. Pack a lightweight scarf or buff for dust, plus a reusable water bottle – public fountains are common but take your own.
Briefing della città — Izmir
- The Konak tram extension is now fully operational, linking Alsancak to the ferry terminal and Kemeraltı, making the Selami's neighbourhood even easier to navigate without taxis.
- The İzmir Agora Open Air Museum has completed a three-year restoration of its Roman colonnaded courtyard, now fully accessible to visitors from July 2026.
- Parking restrictions in Konak's narrow streets have tightened since spring 2026; if arriving by car, book the Selami's own limited off-street parking in advance or use the new Belediye car park at Kemeraltı.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Selami, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (5th floor or above) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on a main street in Izmir may lead to some street noise. Additionally, opting for a room with a city view will also give you a glimpse of the surrounding area.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift (elevator) may experience some noise from guests and staff, so it's best to avoid rooms near the lift. Also, rooms facing the service entrance may receive some noise from delivery and service staff.
Best views
Guests can enjoy a view of the city or the surrounding buildings, with some rooms on higher floors offering a better panorama of the area.
Quietest floors
Floors 5-7 are likely to be the quietest, given the hotel's layout and the fact that the lift is located on the lower floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the nearby main street may be a concern for light sleepers, but the hotel's location in Izmir means that the noise is generally not excessive.
Insider tips
Consider requesting a room with a balcony for a better view and some fresh air. Also, be aware that check-in may be busy, so it's a good idea to arrive a little early to avoid any queues.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Selami
Free, unlimited speed, no login constraints
Serves all floors, including historic sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) available on all devices
Check-in: 14:00, Check-out: 12:00 (late check-out until 14:00 available for TRY 100, subject to availability)
Available at the hotel's luggage storage area, free of charge
Step-free access, wheelchair entries, adapted rooms available on request
On-site parking available for TRY 40 per night, valet parking also available; nearest public car park: İzmir Otogar (TRY 20 per day); no EV charging available
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: TRY 5 per person, per night (payable at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: TRY 100 per night, held on the credit card at check-in
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs (bank ones like Ziraat, İşbank, Garanti) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at the airport and tourist spots — they charge poor rates.
Credit and debit cards (Visa/Mastercard) are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless is common; mobile pay works well. Smaller street vendors and some taxis may prefer cash.
Round up taxi fares or add 5-10% in restaurants if no service charge is included; a few lira for hotel porters and cleaners is appreciated.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish coffee or ‘çay’ (tea) in a local kıraathane or tea garden: about 10-20 TL.
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a small lokanta: roughly 50-80 TL.
A main course (like köfte or a grilled chicken dish) in an average lokanta: around 80-120 TL.
The Kemeraltı Bazaar area and the seaside promenade near Konak Square are dense with cheap stalls for gözleme, midye, and kokoreç.
Şok, BIM, and A101 are the main discount supermarket chains across İzmir.
The Kemeraltı Bazaar and the streets around Kıbrıs Şehitleri Caddesi are good for affordable high-street and market-style shopping.
A single tram or metro ride costs around 10 TL with an İzmirim Kart (the rechargeable smart card); from the airport, take the İZBAN train (about 15 TL) rather than a taxi.
1. Always fill an İzmirim Kart for all public transport — it’s cheaper than buying single tokens. 2. Eat at lokantas (self-service canteens) for hearty meals at half the price of tourist restaurants. 3. Shop in the back lanes of Kemeraltı Bazaar for spices, dried fruits, and textiles without the markup seen on main aisles.
Buono da sapere — Izmir
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.03 · TRY
Emergency Contacts
IzmirWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Izmir, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Selami
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
Airport Metro Station → Konak Station (then tram or 10-min walk to hotel)
💡 Tap your İzmirim Kart (contactless travel card) at gates. The metro is clean and quick, but you'll need to switch to the tram (T1) from Konak to reach the hotel area near the waterfront.
Konak Tram Stop (from metro connection) → Alsancak Gar Tram Stop (5 mins walk to hotel)
💡 The tram runs along the waterfront—pleasant and scenic. From Alsancak Gar stop, walk north along the coast for 5 minutes. Use the same İzmirim Kart from the metro.
Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) → Renaissance Izmir Hotel (Akdeniz Mahallesi)
💡 Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals. Confirm the meter is on—drivers may try a flat rate that overcharges. Journey costs around ₺250-₺300 in normal traffic.
Adnan Menderes Airport Bus Stop → Gazi Bulvarı (walk 5 mins to hotel)
💡 Buy ticket from machine or pay cash to driver. Get off at Gazi Bulvarı stop, then walk east on Akdeniz Mahallesi street. It's cheaper than taxi but drops you a short walk away.
Informazioni su Izmir
Wikipedia ↗
İzmir is the third most populous city in Turkey, after Istanbul and Ankara, and the largest metropolitan area on the Aegean Sea. It is on the Aegean coast of Anatolia, and is the capital of İzmir Province. As of 2025 end of year estimate, İzmir Province has a total population of 4,504,184 while İzmi...
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Selami?
Request a room on a higher floor (5th floor or above) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on a main street in Izmir may lead to some street noise. Additionally, opting for a room with a city view will also give you a glimpse of the surrounding area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Selami?
Rooms near the lift (elevator) may experience some noise from guests and staff, so it's best to avoid rooms near the lift. Also, rooms facing the service entrance may receive some noise from delivery and service staff.
Is Selami noisy?
Street noise from the nearby main street may be a concern for light sleepers, but the hotel's location in Izmir means that the noise is generally not excessive.
Which rooms have the best views at Selami?
Guests can enjoy a view of the city or the surrounding buildings, with some rooms on higher floors offering a better panorama of the area.
What are insider tips for staying at Selami?
Consider requesting a room with a balcony for a better view and some fresh air. Also, be aware that check-in may be busy, so it's a good idea to arrive a little early to avoid any queues.
What time is check-in at Selami?
Check-in at Selami is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Selami have Wi-Fi?
Free, unlimited speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Selami?
TRY 5 per person, per night (payable at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Selami?
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a small lokanta: roughly 50-80 TL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Selami?
A single tram or metro ride costs around 10 TL with an İzmirim Kart (the rechargeable smart card); from the airport, take the İZBAN train (about 15 TL) rather than a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Izmir?
May and September: warm but not scorching (mid-20s °C), fewer tourists than summer peak, and sea breezes keep the air fresh.
Principali attrazioni a Izmir
💡 Walk from Cumhuriyet Square toward Gündoğdu Square. Try a wet burger (ıslak hamburger) from a street cart near the Alsancak tram stop.
💡 Free for all on Wednesdays (check current policy as it may vary). Allow 1 hour. Combine with the nearby Ethnography Museum across the street.
💡 Come at sunset for the best light and the call to prayer from the Yalı Mosque. The nearby Kemeraltı bazaar entrance has excellent cheap gözleme and çay.
💡 Go late afternoon for golden light and fewer crowds. Watch your step near loose stones. The cable car (Asansör) is a scenic way to get halfway up.
💡 Best on weekday mornings when animal keepers feed the big cats (around 10.00). Take the 189 or 199 bus from Konak. The park is huge – bring water and snacks.