Your stay — Meka hotel
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The Property — Meka hotel
A no-frills, clean 3-star business hotel on Sivas's main boulevard. The lobby is tiled, bright and quiet — think municipal efficiency with a breakfast buffet of white cheese, olives and simit. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a reliable base to explore the city's Seljuk and Republican landmarks, not those seeking boutique charm.
Chronicles of Sivas
Sivas was a key stop on the Silk Road and the capital of the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum in the 13th century, leaving a cluster of spectacular stone medreses and mosques. After the Ottoman conquest, it remained a provincial centre, then reshot to national prominence in 1919 when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk held the Sivas Congress here, effectively planning the Turkish War of Independence. The city's contemporary identity is split between a conservative Anatolian hub and a university town with a young, lively street café culture along İstasyon Caddesi. Its monumental architecture — especially the Şifaiye and Gök Medrese — stands as a quiet counterpoint to the modern concrete development around it.
Best Time to Visit
Full Sivas guide →Best months
June, September and early October: warm, dry days; skies clear; city parks in full leaf. Crowds are thin outside the short term-time peak, and hotel rates stay moderate.
Peak / festival surge
August brings the Sivas International Altıneller Festival (folk dance, concerts, exhibitions) and local families travelling. Hotel prices can rise 20–30 percent. July also sees high temperatures (often 35°C+) but no major civic event.
Budget shoulder season
April–May and October–November: daytime temperatures 10–20°C, lower prices, fewer tourists. The city's spring blossom or autumn light on the stone medreses is a bonus.
Weather & packing
Sivas sits at 1,285m elevation on the Anatolian plateau, so summer afternoons are hot but evenings cool sharply. Pack layers: a light fleece or sweater for sunset, plus a sun hat and sunscreen for midday.
Live City Briefing — Sivas
- Sivas's main railway station (Sivas Gar) has completed renovation; new high-speed YHT services link it to Ankara in about 2.5 hours and to Kayseri — a practical alternative to driving.
- A new pedestrianised zone around the historic Kapalı Çarşı (covered bazaar) means easier walking between the Atatürk Congress Museum and the grand mosque Ulu Cami, but some side streets are still dug up for utilities.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Meka hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the rear (south side, overlooking the courtyard or back street). These floors are above the street-level bustle and the lift noise is less noticeable. The rear aspect avoids the main road traffic from İstasyon Caddesi.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor – they are closest to the lobby, breakfast area and lift, so you'll hear morning chatter and door slams. Also skip any room facing the front (İstasyon Caddesi) on floors 1–2, as that's where the tram/bus noise and street activity concentrate.
Best views
Rooms on the rear of the hotel (south side) look over the neighbourhood rooftops and small back streets – a calm, urban view. Front-facing rooms on upper floors (3rd–4th) get a view of İstasyon Caddesi and the train station area – interesting but noisy.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest – furthest from street and lobby noise. The lift serves all floors, but these have less foot traffic passing by.
🔊 Noise notes
İstasyon Caddesi is a main road with buses, taxis and tram traffic from the nearby Sivas station. The hotel has a single lift which can be noisy on floor 1. Morning street sweeping and deliveries start around 7am. Car noise drops after 11pm but doesn't go silent.
Insider tips
1. Use the free on-site parking but note it's unguarded – remove valuables overnight. If full, the public otopark 200m south is 15 TL/hour. 2. The lift can be slow during check-in/out rush; ask for a room key at reception and use the stairs (no stairs-only sections) to beat the queue.
- 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 — Meka hotel
Free WiFi throughout hotel; speed ~20 Mbps down; login via room number and surname
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free digital access to local news websites via hotel tablet in lobby
Check-in 14:00-23:59; early bag-drop from 10:00; late check-out fee 50% of daily rate for departures after 13:00
Free storage at reception for same-day arrivals/departures
Step-free entrance via ramp; one wheelchair-accessible room on ground floor; no accessible bathroom grab bars
On-site unguarded parking free for guests; nearest public car park otopark 200 m south, 15 TL/hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: City tax 2% of room rate per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night charged at booking; incidental hold of 100 TL at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Dökmetaş Cami (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Mosque: Tuğut Kardeşler Cami (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
- Mosque: Hayır Severler Cami (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
- Mosque: Kırklar Cami (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
İva Park Avm — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Sivas Millet Bahçesi — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
İsmet Yılmaz Eğitim Müzesi — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Sivas Devlet Tiyatrosu — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Sivas Otogarı — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at Sivas airport or tourist areas which give poor rates.
Major credit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless is common, but carry cash for small vendors and taxis.
Round up the bill or leave 10% in restaurants; no tipping expected in taxis; small change for hotel staff is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Turkish tea (çay) costs around 10-15 TL at a local cafe or tea garden.
A döner dürüm or pide at a local shop costs around 50-80 TL.
A main dish at an average lokanta (home-style restaurant) runs 80-120 TL.
Find cheap eats near Sivas city centre around Paşa Caddesi and around the train station for simit, döner, and gözleme stalls.
BİM and A101 are the budget supermarket chains common here.
For affordable clothing, head to the city centre shops on Atatürk Caddesi or the weekly market (pazar) on certain days.
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 15 TL per ride; from Sivas airport, take the HAVAŞ shuttle bus (approx 30 TL) into the city centre.
Always pay for larger purchases in lira to avoid dynamic currency conversion charges; buy simit and çay from street stalls to save on snacks; and eat at lokantas where set lunches are cheaper than a la carte.
Good to know — Sivas
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺46.98 · TRY
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sivas, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Meka hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Sivas City Center (e.g., Atatürk Caddesi) → Oped Hotel
💡 Flag one down near the main square; many drivers don't use meters so negotiate the flat fare to Oped before you set off.
Sivas Airport (VAS) → Oped Hotel
💡 Fix the fare before you get in; most drivers accept cash only. Airport taxis are slightly more expensive than hailing one in town.
Sivas Airport (VAS) → Sivas City Center (otogar stop, 1 km from Oped)
💡 The shuttle drops you at the main bus terminal. From there, it's a 10-min walk or a 15-TL taxi ride to Oped Hotel.
Sivas Train Station → Oped Hotel (nearest stop: İstasyon Caddesi)
💡 Buy a Kentkart stored-value card at any convenience store near the station for the cheapest fare. Buses run less often after 20:00.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Meka hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the rear (south side, overlooking the courtyard or back street). These floors are above the street-level bustle and the lift noise is less noticeable. The rear aspect avoids the main road traffic from İstasyon Caddesi.
Which rooms should I avoid at Meka hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor – they are closest to the lobby, breakfast area and lift, so you'll hear morning chatter and door slams. Also skip any room facing the front (İstasyon Caddesi) on floors 1–2, as that's where the tram/bus noise and street activity concentrate.
Is Meka hotel noisy?
İstasyon Caddesi is a main road with buses, taxis and tram traffic from the nearby Sivas station. The hotel has a single lift which can be noisy on floor 1. Morning street sweeping and deliveries start around 7am. Car noise drops after 11pm but doesn't go silent.
Which rooms have the best views at Meka hotel?
Rooms on the rear of the hotel (south side) look over the neighbourhood rooftops and small back streets – a calm, urban view. Front-facing rooms on upper floors (3rd–4th) get a view of İstasyon Caddesi and the train station area – interesting but noisy.
What are insider tips for staying at Meka hotel?
1. Use the free on-site parking but note it's unguarded – remove valuables overnight. If full, the public otopark 200m south is 15 TL/hour. 2. The lift can be slow during check-in/out rush; ask for a room key at reception and use the stairs (no stairs-only sections) to beat the queue.
What time is check-in at Meka hotel?
Check-in at Meka hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Meka hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout hotel; speed ~20 Mbps down; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Meka hotel?
City tax 2% of room rate per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Meka hotel?
A döner dürüm or pide at a local shop costs around 50-80 TL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Meka hotel?
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 15 TL per ride; from Sivas airport, take the HAVAŞ shuttle bus (approx 30 TL) into the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Sivas?
June, September and early October: warm, dry days; skies clear; city parks in full leaf. Crowds are thin outside the short term-time peak, and hotel rates stay moderate.
Top Attractions in Sivas
💡 Come late afternoon to see families out walking. There's a good simit vendor near the main gate around 4pm. Toilets are clean and free in the municipal building next door.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light and to avoid the midday heat. Wear sturdy shoes as the path is uneven and steep in parts.
💡 Wander without a map – you'll find unexpected views and urchan (old stone fountains). Stop at the small bakkal (corner shop) at the top for cold ayran. No entrance fees; just respectful walking.
💡 Entry costs about 15 Turkish lira – pay at the small booth by the main door. Allow 30 minutes to see everything. The courtyard has a nice cafe serving çay.
💡 Low entry fee (around 10 lira). The best photo spot is from the small park across the street – you can capture the whole facade. Weekday mornings are quietest.