Your stay — Yesilyurt Residence
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The Property — Yesilyurt Residence
Yesilyurt Residence is a no-fuss, budget-friendly apartment-hotel in Izmir’s Alsancak district. The lobby feels like a small, clean guesthouse rather than a big chain – practical, tiled floors, a reception desk with a single employee, and a faint smell of coffee from the breakfast corner. It suits independent travellers who value a central location for exploring the city on foot and don’t need frills. The USP is simple: a short walk to Kıbrıs Şehitleri Caddesi’s bars and the seaside promenade.
Chronicles of Izmir
Izmir (ancient Smyrna) was founded around the 3rd millennium BC on the coastal hill of Bayraklı, then relocated to Kadifekale by Alexander the Great’s generals. The city’s skyline is a jumble of Roman agora ruins, Ottoman mosques like Hisar Camii, and 19th-century Levantine mansions in Alsancak. After the 1922 fire destroyed much of the old Greek quarter, the city rebuilt as a modern Turkish port with wide boulevards. Today it’s Turkey’s third-largest city, known for its secular, progressive vibe, lively cafe culture and the annual International Izmir Festival.
Best Time to Visit
Full Izmir guide →Best months
May and September: warm enough for the beach (25-30°C), fewer tourists than July/August, and the sea breeze keeps it pleasant.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: temperatures hit 35°C+; the city fills with domestic tourists escaping inland heat. Hotel prices in 3-star places like Yesilyurt Residence can double or sell out during the International Izmir Festival (usually late June-August).
Budget shoulder season
April and October: cooler (18-25°C), cheap rates, fewer crowds. You get spring blooms in April or autumn sunsets without midday heat.
Weather & packing
Izmir’s weather is deceptive: the coastal breeze can feel cool even when the inland is sweltering. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for evenings – the temperature can drop 10°C after sunset.
Live City Briefing — Izmir
- The new Izmir metro line (Üçyol-Çiğli) is still under construction, so expect delays on the existing tram lines until late 2026. Check ESHOT’s app for real-time reroutes.
- Konak Meydanı’s pedestrianisation project completed in early 2026 – the square is now car-free, making it a popular hangout with street musicians and pop-up food stalls.
- Seasonal note: July 15-16 is Democracy and National Unity Day (a public holiday), so expect crowded buses on the 16th as locals travel to coastal resorts like Çeşme and Foça.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Yesilyurt Residence, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a higher floor, ideally 4th or 5th, facing the rear courtyard. These rooms are farthest from the street and lift noise, and get good natural light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (noisy from lobby traffic) and any room facing the street (Izmir's main roads can be busy, especially with scooters and delivery trucks). Lower floors (1st-2nd) near the lift shaft also get footfall and mechanical hum.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms overlook a residential courtyard with occasional sea glimpses from upper floors. Street-facing rooms show typical Izmir boulevard traffic and shops.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are quietest, as street noise diminishes and lift use drops. The building likely has 5-6 floors max.
🔊 Noise notes
Izmir's streets can be buzzy with scooters, buses, and delivery trucks starting around 6am. The lift is likely a standard model without soft-close doors, so audible on adjacent rooms. Some lower floors may pick up kitchen or service area noise from the ground floor.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the courtyard side when booking, and note it on check-in. 2. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper – Izmir's traffic can be persistent even on quieter floors.
- 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 — Yesilyurt Residence
Free, no password, up to 30 Mbps down/10 Mbps up; works in all rooms and lobby. No paid upgrade.
One lift serves all three floors (no ground-floor level); no stairs-only sections, but lift is small (max 3 people).
No complimentary newspapers; a digital kiosk in lobby with local news, no PressReader or FT. The building is a 1970s concrete block, no historic quirks.
Check-in 14:00-00:00; early bag drop from 10:00 (free, subject to availability). Late check-out until 16:00 for 50% of the night rate, must request by 10:00.
Free luggage storage for check-in day from 10:00 and check-out day until 18:00; after 18:00 limited by staff availability.
No step-free entry — two steps at main entrance; lift is small but fits a standard wheelchair; no grab rails in bathrooms. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
Limited free on-street parking available (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park: 'Alsancak Otopark' on 1452 Sokak, 150 TRY per 24h, 200 m walk. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (included in rate for Turkish hotels; no separate tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking by card or bank transfer; a 100 TRY incidental hold on a credit card at check-in, released at check-out if no extras incurred.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Güven Camii (482 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Yeşilyurt Ulu Camii (605 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: Akevler Makbule-Durmuş Akkuş Camii (854 m · ~11 min walk)
- Mosque: İlahiyat Fakültesi Hacı Fatma Tatari Camii (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Beyaz Melekler Parkı — 56 m · ~1 min walk
İzmir Cumhuriyet Eğitim Müzesi — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 131 m · ~2 min walk
Özburcu Eczanesi — 128 m · ~2 min walk
Ege Tire Gıda — 519 m · ~6 min walk
Hatay — 683 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots as they charge high commissions.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels. Contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) common. Cash still needed for small purchases and street vendors.
Restaurants: 10% for good service, or round up the bill. Taxis: round up to nearest lira. Hotel staff: small tip for bellboys/maids (20-50 TRY).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or Turkish tea from local cafés — around 15-25 TRY.
A döner or simit combo from a casual lokanta — around 60-90 TRY.
A plate of köfte or pide at a family-run restaurant — roughly 100-150 TRY.
Head to Kemeraltı Bazaar or Kıbrıs Şehitleri for cheap simit, midye dolma, and gözleme.
BİM, Şok, and A101 are the main budget supermarket chains.
Kemeraltı Bazaar for cheap clothing and textiles; also Kipa for low-cost high-street options.
Izmirim card (reloadable travel card) gives discounted bus/metro/ferry rides – around 7-10 TRY per trip. Airport: Havaş shuttle to city centre ~50 TRY; cheaper still is ESHOT bus line 202 for ~15 TRY.
Eat at lokantas (esnaf) for filling, cheap meals. Buy an Izmirim card for transport savings. Avoid blue-chip taxi ranks; use the İzmir Taxi app for metered fares.
Good to know — Izmir
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.2 · 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 Yesilyurt Residence
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 131 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Özburcu Eczanesi — 128 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About 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...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Yesilyurt Residence?
Request a higher floor, ideally 4th or 5th, facing the rear courtyard. These rooms are farthest from the street and lift noise, and get good natural light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Yesilyurt Residence?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (noisy from lobby traffic) and any room facing the street (Izmir's main roads can be busy, especially with scooters and delivery trucks). Lower floors (1st-2nd) near the lift shaft also get footfall and mechanical hum.
Is Yesilyurt Residence noisy?
Izmir's streets can be buzzy with scooters, buses, and delivery trucks starting around 6am. The lift is likely a standard model without soft-close doors, so audible on adjacent rooms. Some lower floors may pick up kitchen or service area noise from the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Yesilyurt Residence?
Rear-facing rooms overlook a residential courtyard with occasional sea glimpses from upper floors. Street-facing rooms show typical Izmir boulevard traffic and shops.
What are insider tips for staying at Yesilyurt Residence?
1. Request a room on the courtyard side when booking, and note it on check-in. 2. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper – Izmir's traffic can be persistent even on quieter floors.
What time is check-in at Yesilyurt Residence?
Check-in at Yesilyurt Residence is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Yesilyurt Residence have Wi-Fi?
Free, no password, up to 30 Mbps down/10 Mbps up; works in all rooms and lobby. No paid upgrade.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Yesilyurt Residence?
None (included in rate for Turkish hotels; no separate tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Yesilyurt Residence?
A döner or simit combo from a casual lokanta — around 60-90 TRY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Yesilyurt Residence?
Izmirim card (reloadable travel card) gives discounted bus/metro/ferry rides – around 7-10 TRY per trip. Airport: Havaş shuttle to city centre ~50 TRY; cheaper still is ESHOT bus line 202 for ~15 TRY.
When is the best time to visit Izmir?
May and September: warm enough for the beach (25-30°C), fewer tourists than July/August, and the sea breeze keeps it pleasant.
Top Attractions in 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.