Your stay — Otel Şahlan 1
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The Property — Otel Şahlan 1
Otel Şahlan 1 is a functional three-star in central Uşak, aimed at business travellers and transit stops. The lobby feels like a clean, slightly tired 1990s business hotel: patterned carpets, a reception desk with a computer, and a small seating area. Rooms are basic but spotless, with reliable air conditioning and dark wood furniture. It works well for a one-night stopover if you value location and price over charm.
Chronicles of Usak
Uşak was an important stop on the ancient Royal Road from Sardis to Susa, and later a key Ottoman trading centre. The city's modern identity was shaped by the 19th-century carpet industry and the founding of the Turkish Republic. Uşak is best known for the Uşak carpet, a handwoven wool type that has been in production for centuries, and for being the site of the first Turkish sugar refinery, opened in 1926. Today its old quarter has restored Ottoman houses, and the Archaeological Museum holds the famous Karun Treasure, a collection of Lydian gold artifacts controversially repatriated from the US.
Best Time to Visit
Full Usak guide →Best months
May, September, October — warm days, cool nights, low humidity, and few tourists. Spring offers green hills; autumn brings harvest colours.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: domestic tourists flock to nearby Murat Dağı and the thermal springs of Banaz. Hotel prices rise 20-30% and advance booking is essential. The Uşak Carpet and Culture Festival in September also draws crowds.
Budget shoulder season
Late September to October: temperatures 15-25°C, discounted rates, and the festival buzz fading. Good time for outdoor sightseeing without the heat.
Weather & packing
Uşak sits at 900m elevation, so summer nights can drop to 12°C even after 35°C days. Always pack a light jacket or fleece for evenings.
Live City Briefing — Usak
- The Uşak city centre pedestrianisation project now covers Cumhuriyet Caddesi, making it easier to walk to the hotel from the bazaar but limiting vehicle access. Expect fine dust and some closed side streets.
- A new direct bus service from Ankara to Uşak started in March 2026, cutting journey time to 4 hours. Check timetables at the otogar, 10 minutes walk from the hotel.
- The Uşak Archaeological Museum extended its hours for summer season: open 09:00-19:00 daily. The Karun Treasure gallery is currently the main draw.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Otel Şahlan 1, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (likely 5th), away from the lift and street-facing facade. These rooms avoid footfall noise from upper floors and street traffic from Usak's main roads.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor near the lift or stairwell. These pick up lobby chatter, early-morning check-out noise, and potential street sound from the front of the hotel.
Best views
Rooms facing the rear or side (not the main street) offer a quieter outlook over nearby residential or courtyard areas. The front-facing rooms overlook the road and car park.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are quietest. The rooms above street level and away from the reception area reduce both traffic and lobby noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Usak is a mid-sized Anatolian city with local traffic on nearby streets. Early morning deliveries and taxis dropping guests at the front entrance can be heard on floors 1-3.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a top-floor rear-facing room at check-in — with no lift noise above you. 2) If driving, request a spot in the hotel's courtyard parking (if available) to avoid street-side noise from the front.
- 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 — Otel Şahlan 1
Free Wi-Fi throughout, no login; speed adequate for browsing and light streaming (around 8 Mbps down)
Single lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical newspapers; no press reader available
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 with no fee; check-out by 12:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs 80 TL
Free for same-day storage at reception; no charge
No step-free access; entrance has 2 steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or lifts wide enough for a wheelchair; no accessible bathroom
Free on-site street parking (first-come, first-served, about 6 spaces); nearest public car park is 200 m away (Kapalı Otopark) at 25 TL per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city or tourist tax for 3-star hotels in Uşak)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a 50 TL incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Burma Camii (228 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Sarayaltı Sümbüllü Camii (348 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Ulu Camii (388 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Müftüoğlu Camii (411 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Karun Alışveriş ve Yaşam Merkezi — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Fatih Parkı — 249 m · ~3 min walk
Uşak Arkeoloji Müzesi — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 110 m · ~1 min walk
Yıldız Eczanesi — 284 m · ~4 min walk
Despa Market — 150 m · ~2 min walk
Eski Garaj — 142 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Most travellers use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange offices at airports or tourist spots as they give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common, but cash is still king at small markets and local taxis.
Round up the bill in cafes and taxis, leave 5-10% in restaurants if service charge not included, and tip hotel staff 10-20 TL for carrying bags or cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish coffee from a local çay bahçesi or simple cafe: around 20 TL.
A döner dürüm or pide from a local bakery or street stall: 40-60 TL.
A main course at a modest lokanta or ocakbaşı: typically 80-120 TL.
In Uşak city centre, look for stalls selling simit, döner, or gözleme near the main square and along Cumhuriyet Caddesi for cheap eats.
Budget chains: A101, BİM, ŞOK are everywhere in Uşak for basics and cheap produce.
High-street shopping on Cumhuriyet Caddesi and around Uşak Merkez for affordable goods; market days near the Pazar offer cheaper clothes and household items.
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost 10-15 TL within town; for airport transfers, shared shuttle or bus to İzmir is the cheapest option.
Eat at lokantas where daily specials are shown on the board; buy fresh produce at the weekly Pazar (Thursday or Saturday) for half supermarket prices; avoid tourist-souvenir shops near main town square for higher markups.
Good to know — Usak
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.2 · TRY
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Usak, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Otel Şahlan 1
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 110 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Yıldız Eczanesi — 284 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Erciyes Otel → Usak City Centre anywhere
💡 Flag one down on Cumhuriyet Caddesi, not from the hotel lobby (hotel taxis charge double). Short hops within the centre should not exceed 20 TL.
Usak Airport (USQ) → Erciyes Otel
💡 Agree on the fare before getting in—drivers sometimes quote higher to tourists. Metered taxis start at 15 TL, but the airport run is a flat rate.
Usak Airport (USQ) → Usak City Centre (near Erciyes Otel)
💡 The shuttle drops at the main bus terminal—Erciyes Otel is a 5-minute walk north. Buy your ticket inside the terminal, not from drivers.
Usak Otogar (bus station) → Erciyes Otel stop (Cumhuriyet Meydani)
💡 Pay with a KentKart card (available at the otogar kiosk)—cash isn't accepted. The E-1 runs along the main boulevard, so you can't miss the stop.
About Usak
Wikipedia ↗
Uşak (Turkish pronunciation: [ˈuʃak]) is a city in the interior part of the Aegean Region of Turkey. It is the seat of Uşak Province and Uşak District. Its population is 236,366 (2022). Uşak is located 210 km (130 mi) from İzmir, the region's principal metropolitan center and port city. Benefiting f...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Otel Şahlan 1?
Request a room on the top floor (likely 5th), away from the lift and street-facing facade. These rooms avoid footfall noise from upper floors and street traffic from Usak's main roads.
Which rooms should I avoid at Otel Şahlan 1?
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor near the lift or stairwell. These pick up lobby chatter, early-morning check-out noise, and potential street sound from the front of the hotel.
Is Otel Şahlan 1 noisy?
Usak is a mid-sized Anatolian city with local traffic on nearby streets. Early morning deliveries and taxis dropping guests at the front entrance can be heard on floors 1-3.
Which rooms have the best views at Otel Şahlan 1?
Rooms facing the rear or side (not the main street) offer a quieter outlook over nearby residential or courtyard areas. The front-facing rooms overlook the road and car park.
What are insider tips for staying at Otel Şahlan 1?
1) Ask for a top-floor rear-facing room at check-in — with no lift noise above you. 2) If driving, request a spot in the hotel's courtyard parking (if available) to avoid street-side noise from the front.
What time is check-in at Otel Şahlan 1?
Check-in at Otel Şahlan 1 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Otel Şahlan 1 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, no login; speed adequate for browsing and light streaming (around 8 Mbps down)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Otel Şahlan 1?
None (no separate city or tourist tax for 3-star hotels in Uşak)
Where can I eat cheaply near Otel Şahlan 1?
A döner dürüm or pide from a local bakery or street stall: 40-60 TL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Otel Şahlan 1?
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost 10-15 TL within town; for airport transfers, shared shuttle or bus to İzmir is the cheapest option.
When is the best time to visit Usak?
May, September, October — warm days, cool nights, low humidity, and few tourists. Spring offers green hills; autumn brings harvest colours.
Top Attractions in Usak
💡 Visit on a weekday morning to get a guided tour in Turkish from the caretaker — he’s retired and knows the stories behind the exhibits.
💡 Go in the late afternoon when the sun hits the fountain — it’s the best light for photos. The on-site tea stall sells çay for 5 TL.
💡 Ask the staff to unlock the basement gallery — it holds extra finds not shown upstairs. Free entry on the first Monday of each month.
💡 Bring sturdy shoes — the path down from the car park is gravel and steep in places. No entrance fee, but the nearby café charges 10 TL for parking.
💡 Take your own soap and towel to save 10 TL on rental. Go early (around 09:00) when the water is hottest and the place is empty.