🇹🇷 Izmit, Turkey
Baltürk Hotel
📍 Izmit
Your stay — Baltürk Hotel
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The Property — Baltürk Hotel
The Baltürk Hotel is a solid mid-range business hotel near Izmit’s coastal road, with a glass-fronted lobby that feels polished but impersonal. Its USP is practicality: free parking, a small indoor pool and a location close to the city centre and the ferry terminal, making it a fine base for travellers who need a no-fuss stopover rather than a holiday destination. It suits couples or solo travellers on a working trip, or families passing through on the way east along the Marmara coast.
Chronicles of Izmit
Izmit was founded as Nicomedia in 264 BC by King Nicomedes I of Bithynia and later served as the eastern capital of the Roman Empire under Diocletian. Its strategic position on the Gulf of Izmit made it a vital port and military hub for centuries, with Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman layers evident in scattered ruins and mosques. A devastating earthquake in 1999 flattened much of the modern city, leading to a rebuild that gave it sturdy, mid-rise architecture and wide boulevards. Today Izmit is a busy industrial and administrative centre with little tourist infrastructure, but its ferry links and cosmopolitan food scene make it a rewarding stop for those curious about working Turkey.
Best Time to Visit
Full Izmit guide →Best months
May, June and September: pleasant warmth (20–28°C), low rainfall and manageable business traffic.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: temperatures hit 30–32°C with high humidity, and Izmit fills with domestic tourists heading to nearby beaches. Hotel prices rise by 40–60%, but demand stays moderate compared to Istanbul.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and October: quiet, cooler (15–22°C), prices drop 20%, and the city’s parks and waterfront are pleasant without the heat.
Weather & packing
Izmit’s climate is humid and sticky in summer, with occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Pack light, breathable cotton clothing, a compact umbrella, and a thin long-sleeve for the heavy air-conditioning indoors.
Live City Briefing — Izmit
- New tram line T4 opened in March 2026, connecting the city centre to Sekapark and the ferry terminal, making car-free trips much easier.
- The ancient city wall near the clock tower is undergoing restoration until autumn 2026; some sections are fenced off but the main square remains open for walking.
- July is high season for beach trips to Kocaeli’s Black Sea coast, 30 minutes north; expect packed minibuses and coastal traffic on weekends.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Baltürk Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing away from the main road (north side) to minimize traffic noise. These upper floors benefit from better air circulation and less street-level disturbance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor—closest to the lobby, restaurant, and any street-facing side—due to foot traffic and kitchen noise. Also skip rooms right next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
North-facing upper floors offer a view over the city’s quieter residential blocks rather than the busy street. The hotel's address (Izmit) sits near commercial traffic, so a city-skyline view is possible from higher floors on the south side, but expects road hum.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6 are generally quieter, away from ground-level noise and with fewer passing guests.
🔊 Noise notes
Izmit is a busy industrial port city—truck traffic, delivery vans, and local bus routes pass nearby. Kitchen exhaust fans hum from ground level until late. Lift doors open and close audibly on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. Use the rear access for parking—ask reception for a free pass on arrival to avoid street-finding. 2. Request a room on floors 4+ when booking directly; online systems often assign lower floors first.
- 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 — Baltürk Hotel
Free, uncapped speed (approx 25 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up) throughout; no login required on first connection.
One lift serves all 6 floors and wings; no stairs-only sections.
Free physical copies of Hürriyet and Daily Sabah at lobby; no digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 (free, no room access). Late check-out to 18:00 costs 50% of nightly rate; after 18:00 full night charged.
Free, 24-hour storage at front desk for day-use guests.
Step-free street-level entrance; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor (room 102); lift doors standard width (80 cm); no grab bars in public toilets.
On-site outdoor parking: free. No valet. Nearest public car park: Izmit Otoparkı (500 m, 10 TRY/hour, 50 TRY/day). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (included in quoted rate; Turkey abolished mandatory tourist tax in 2023)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via credit card; 50-TRY incidentals hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Otogar mescidi (336 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Akarca Secde Camii (568 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Selvili Camii (879 m · ~11 min walk)
- Mosque: Akşemseddin Cami (920 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
MARS — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Nafiye Usanmaz Çocuk Parkı — 266 m · ~3 min walk
İzmit Deprem Farkındalık ve Anma Müzesi — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Hacivat Karagöz Parkı — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Türkiye İş Bankası — 141 m · ~2 min walk
Serap Eczanesi — 411 m · ~5 min walk
Ata Market — 615 m · ~8 min walk
Kocaeli Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali — 395 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange offices at Sabiha Gökçen Airport and tourist bureaus which take a big cut.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common but cash is still king for small purchases and street food.
Round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for good service), tip taxi drivers by rounding up to the nearest lira, and hotel staff a few lira for help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small Turkish coffee from a local çay bahçesi or street vendor costs around 20 TL.
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a casual lokanta runs about 80-100 TL.
A main course of köfte or grilled chicken at a basic restaurant costs roughly 120-150 TL.
Head to the area around the main square (Cumhuriyet Parkı) or the Friday market for cheap simit, midye dolma, and gözleme.
BİM and A101 are the budget supermarket chains you'll find all over İzmit.
The Saturday market (bit pazarı) near the coast offers secondhand clothes and basics; otherwise, the main shopping street with LC Waikiki and DeFacto has affordable fast fashion.
The cheapest way is to walk or use a local dolmuş (30 TL per ride); from Sabiha Gökçen Airport take the Havaist shuttle for about 80 TL one way.
Eat at lokantas that have a daily set menu (çorba, ana yemek, salata) for under 150 TL; buy drinking water from supermarkets not convenience stores; use the local ferries for scenic and cheap travel across the gulf.
Good to know — Izmit
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.17 · TRY
Emergency Contacts
IzmitFor all emergencies, dial 112 (single European number) which works across Turkey. For English-speaking assistance, contact the tourist police at 155. Non-urgent health advice: 184.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Izmit, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Baltürk Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Türkiye İş Bankası — 141 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Serap Eczanesi — 411 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Gebze station (reachable from Istanbul metro via Marmaray line) → İzmit station (city centre)
💡 From Sabiha Gökçen, take the E-10 bus to Pendik, then the Marmaray to Gebze. It’s cheaper but adds an hour. The train ride along the Gulf of İzmit has decent sea views on the left side.
Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) → Özel Kocaeli Yüksek Öğrenim Erkek Öğrenci Yurdu, İzmit
💡 Agree the fare before you get in. Airport taxis are yellow and reliably metered, but the flat fee to İzmit is negotiable. Ask for the 'Sabiha Gökçen – İzmit sabit ücret' rate.
İzmit Otogar tram stop → Yenicuma Avenue stop (near the dorm)
💡 Buy a Kent Kart from machines at the tram stop or otogar. The tram runs along the main boulevard. Get off at the last stop (Yenicuma) – the dorm is a 3-minute walk north. Beware: trams can be packed at school rush hours (08:00–09:00, 17:00–18:00).
Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) → İzmit Otogar (central bus station)
💡 Bus Havaist line SG-1 runs direct. From the otogar, take a dolmuş or local bus (line 1 or 4) to the student dorm on Yenicuma Avenue. Total journey about 90 mins with the connection.
About Izmit
Wikipedia ↗
İzmit (Turkish pronunciation: [ˈizmit]) is a municipality and the capital district of Kocaeli Province, Turkey. Its area is 480 km2, and its population is 376,056 (2022). The capital of Kocaeli Province, it is located at the Gulf of İzmit in the Sea of Marmara, about 100 km (62 mi) east of Istanbul,...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Baltürk Hotel?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing away from the main road (north side) to minimize traffic noise. These upper floors benefit from better air circulation and less street-level disturbance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Baltürk Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor—closest to the lobby, restaurant, and any street-facing side—due to foot traffic and kitchen noise. Also skip rooms right next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Baltürk Hotel noisy?
Izmit is a busy industrial port city—truck traffic, delivery vans, and local bus routes pass nearby. Kitchen exhaust fans hum from ground level until late. Lift doors open and close audibly on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Baltürk Hotel?
North-facing upper floors offer a view over the city’s quieter residential blocks rather than the busy street. The hotel's address (Izmit) sits near commercial traffic, so a city-skyline view is possible from higher floors on the south side, but expects road hum.
What are insider tips for staying at Baltürk Hotel?
1. Use the rear access for parking—ask reception for a free pass on arrival to avoid street-finding. 2. Request a room on floors 4+ when booking directly; online systems often assign lower floors first.
What time is check-in at Baltürk Hotel?
Check-in at Baltürk Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Baltürk Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free, uncapped speed (approx 25 Mbps down, 5 Mbps up) throughout; no login required on first connection.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Baltürk Hotel?
None (included in quoted rate; Turkey abolished mandatory tourist tax in 2023)
Where can I eat cheaply near Baltürk Hotel?
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a casual lokanta runs about 80-100 TL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Baltürk Hotel?
The cheapest way is to walk or use a local dolmuş (30 TL per ride); from Sabiha Gökçen Airport take the Havaist shuttle for about 80 TL one way.
When is the best time to visit Izmit?
May, June and September: pleasant warmth (20–28°C), low rainfall and manageable business traffic.
Top Attractions in Izmit
💡 Go at dusk when the tower lights up and locals gather for evening walks. Nearby vendors sell cheap simit and tea.
💡 The rooftop terrace is often overlooked but gives a decent view of the city and the gulf. Visit on weekday mornings for fewer visitors.
💡 Bring your own snacks; the only cafe on site is overpriced. The far end near the marina has quieter spots with sea views.
💡 Respect prayer times — avoid visiting during Friday noon prayers. The adjacent hamam (bathhouse) is ruinous but photogenic from outside.
💡 Check if they offer a combined ticket with the nearby Ethnography Museum — it saves a few lira. Allow 45 minutes.