Your stay — Taşhan Otel
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The Property — Taşhan Otel
Taşhan Otel occupies a converted Ottoman-era stone han in Samsun's historic core, a few blocks from the Black Sea waterfront. The lobby smells of wood polish and strong Turkish coffee; exposed brick arches and low sofas give it a snug, old-caravanserai feel. It’s a 3-star with clean, compact rooms and a terrace that overlooks the city’s new pedestrianised quarter. Best for budget travellers who value location over luxury and want to wake up steps from the archaeology museum and the Atatürk promenade.
Chronicles of Samsun
Samsun was founded in the 7th century BCE as the Ionian Greek colony of Amisos, then absorbed into the Pontic Kingdom before becoming a Roman and Byzantine port. After the Seljuk conquest in the 12th century, it grew as a key Black Sea trading hub for Turkish, Genoese and Venetian merchants. The modern city was rebuilt after a great fire in 1869, giving its centre a grid of 19th-century stone buildings. Its defining moment came on 19 May 1919 when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk arrived here to launch the Turkish War of Independence; that day is now a national youth and sports festival. Today Samsun is a busy provincial capital and university city with a strollable seafront, a pair of good museums and a lively port—still more about everyday life than tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Samsun guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm (22–27°C), low humidity, 8+ hours of sun daily. Crowds are thin outside school holidays; hotel rates stay at base levels.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: temperatures hit 30°C and the city fills with Turkish holiday families. The 19 May commemorations and Samsun’s summer festival in late July push prices 30–50% above shoulder rates.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: mild (15–20°C), cheaper by a quarter than summer, and the city is quiet. April can have rain; October brings a dry, golden autumn.
Weather & packing
Samsun’s Black Sea microclimate gives it more rain than inland Anatolia—July is the driest month but showers can still roll in from the sea. Pack a light waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes for the seafront; sandals work but bring a second layer for evenings.
Live City Briefing — Samsun
- Samsun’s tram line 1 has extended to the north of the city, making it quicker to reach the Atakum beach district from the historic centre—tickets cost 7 TL per ride as of summer 2026.
- The Amisos Hill cable car (Teleferik) reopened in June after maintenance; it’s the best quick view of the city and harbour, about 5 minutes one-way.
- The coastal promenade is being widened between the old fish market and the Doğu Park stadium, with temporary diversions for pedestrians near the construction site until late August.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Taşhan Otel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, away from the main street side. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise and near the lift for convenience, without being too high for quick stair access if needed.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0) as they are near the lobby and may have noise from check-in traffic or the adjacent street. Also avoid rooms directly above or beside the lift shaft, which can hum throughout the night.
Best views
Given the city-centre address in Samsun, rooms facing the rear or courtyard (if confirmed on arrival) will be quieter. There may be partial sea views from higher floors, but the main road frontage is likely buildings.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors offer the best balance of quietness and accessibility.
🔊 Noise notes
Samsun’s main streets carry traffic noise, especially weekend evenings and early morning deliveries. Request a room not facing the street.
Insider tips
1. Parking in central Samsun is limited; ask the hotel if they have a designated lot or nearby secure parking when booking. 2. If you’re sensitive to light, bring an eye mask – budget hotels in this category often have thin curtains and street lamps outside.
- 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 — Taşhan Otel
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 10 Mbps); premium tier with 50 Mbps available for 50 TL per 24h
Single elevator serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newspapers via PressReader on lobby tablet; no printed papers
Standard check-in 14:00-23:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 without charge; late check-out until 13:00 for 75 TL
Free storage on day of arrival/departure; no charge
Step-free entrance at side door; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; no lift access to rooftop terrace
On-site car park free for guests (uncovered, limited spaces); nearest public car park: Samsun Park Avenue (5 min walk), 25 TL per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 50 TL incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs (avoid airport ones with poor rates) or exchange at PTT post offices and authorised döviz bürosu in the city centre. Airport and tourist-area bureaux give noticeably worse rates.
Credit/debit cards accepted in most hotels, restaurants and larger shops. Street markets, smaller eateries and taxis often prefer cash. Contactless is common in chain stores and at many POS terminals.
Restaurants: round up the bill or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis: rounding up to the nearest 5 or 10 lira is fine. Hotel staff: 20-50 lira for bellboys or cleaning staff per stay.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small Turkish coffee or çay in a local cafe costs about 15-25 lira. Filter coffee in a chain costs about 40-60 lira.
A dürüm (wrap) from a lokanta or pide from a fırın costs around 60-100 lira, often with salad and ayran.
A simple main course at an esnaf lokantası (workers' restaurant) costs 120-180 lira; a portion of kebap or lahmacun usually 80-120 lira.
The Atakum promenade and city centre near the Büyük Camii have lots of small stalls and tezgahs selling simit, balık ekmek, midye dolma and gözleme.
A101, BİM and ŞOK are the cheapest chains; Migros and Carrefour are more common but slightly pricier.
The city centre around İstiklal Caddesi and the bazaar area has affordable chain stores (LC Waikiki, Defacto) and market stalls in the Kapalı Çarşı.
A single bus/minibus ride costs 10 lira with the Samsun Kentkart card (available at kiosks); day passes are not typical. From Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, take the Havaş shuttle (about 30 lira) into town.
Eat at esnaf lokantası for a filling, cheap lunch. Use the Kentkart card for all public transport – paying cash is more expensive. Buy water and snacks at A101/BİM rather than at tourist stalls.
Good to know — Samsun
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$1 ≈ ₺47.2 · TRY
Emergency Contacts
SamsunFor all emergencies, dial 112 (the EU standard, works in Turkey). For non-urgent police assistance, call 155. English-speaking operators may be limited; if possible, ask a Turkish speaker to help.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Samsun, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Taşhan Otel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) → Samsun City Center (near Cumhuriyet Meydanı)
💡 Drops you at the central square. From there take the tram (direction: Gar) one stop or walk 15 minutes to Yeşil Süit. Check Havaş schedule online—it's not always reliable.
Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) → Yeşil Süit Hotel
💡 Agree on the fare before getting in, or use the official taxi rank at arrivals. Late at night it's your only option.
Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) → Gar (30 Ağustos) Station, then walk 5 min to Yeşil Süit Hotel
💡 The tram from the airport runs until about 10pm. It stops at Gar station, which is a short walk to the hotel—head east on İstasyon Caddesi.
Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) → Yeşil Süit Hotel (nearest station: Gar)
💡 The light rail is the same system as the tram but a different line. It runs along the coast and stops at Gar. From there, it's a 5-minute walk north to the hotel.
About Samsun
Wikipedia ↗
Samsun is a city on the north coast of Turkey and a major Black Sea port. The urban area recorded a population of 738,692 in 2022. The city is the capital of Samsun Province which has a population of 1,382,376. The city is home to Ondokuz Mayıs University, several hospitals, three large shopping mal...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Taşhan Otel?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor, away from the main street side. These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise and near the lift for convenience, without being too high for quick stair access if needed.
Which rooms should I avoid at Taşhan Otel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (floor 0) as they are near the lobby and may have noise from check-in traffic or the adjacent street. Also avoid rooms directly above or beside the lift shaft, which can hum throughout the night.
Is Taşhan Otel noisy?
Samsun’s main streets carry traffic noise, especially weekend evenings and early morning deliveries. Request a room not facing the street.
Which rooms have the best views at Taşhan Otel?
Given the city-centre address in Samsun, rooms facing the rear or courtyard (if confirmed on arrival) will be quieter. There may be partial sea views from higher floors, but the main road frontage is likely buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Taşhan Otel?
1. Parking in central Samsun is limited; ask the hotel if they have a designated lot or nearby secure parking when booking. 2. If you’re sensitive to light, bring an eye mask – budget hotels in this category often have thin curtains and street lamps outside.
What time is check-in at Taşhan Otel?
Check-in at Taşhan Otel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Taşhan Otel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 10 Mbps); premium tier with 50 Mbps available for 50 TL per 24h
Is there a city or tourist tax at Taşhan Otel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Taşhan Otel?
A dürüm (wrap) from a lokanta or pide from a fırın costs around 60-100 lira, often with salad and ayran.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Taşhan Otel?
A single bus/minibus ride costs 10 lira with the Samsun Kentkart card (available at kiosks); day passes are not typical. From Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, take the Havaş shuttle (about 30 lira) into town.
When is the best time to visit Samsun?
May, June and September: warm (22–27°C), low humidity, 8+ hours of sun daily. Crowds are thin outside school holidays; hotel rates stay at base levels.
Top Attractions in Samsun
💡 Come at 6pm when the fishing boats return — some fishermen will sell their catch directly, and it's half the market price.
💡 Go early (around 9am) to avoid the school groups that pack the rooms by 10.30am. Allow 30 minutes.
💡 The sunset light hits the sea wall beautifully. Bring a picnic — the cafes on site charge double what you pay in the centre.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning to have the place almost to yourself. The statues are spaced far apart, so it feels quiet even when busy.
💡 The coin collection in the back room is surprisingly good — ask the guard to switch the light on for the display cases. Entry fee is 30 TL (about 80p).