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Swissotel Buyuk Efes IzmirvsKaraca Hotel
Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir and Karaca Hotel are both highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir is the choice of most professionals compared to Karaca Hotel. Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir comes in at #2 in Izmir with approval from 4 publications including Lonely Planet, Condé Nast Traveler and Oyster.
Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir
Frommer's
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Gaziosmanpasa Bulvari No: 1, Izmir 35210, Turkey
From $59/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
"After 4 transitional years, and with the Swissôtel now at the helm, the Grand Efes can once again hold its head up as Izmir's premier five-star property." Full review
"An İzmir institution since the '60s... this swish business hotel is a serene place to recharge, with most rooms overlooking the Aegean or the lush gardens and outdoor pool." Full review
"Set amid landscaped gardens on the Aegean Sea, this hotel in the heart of İzmir’s commercial hub overlooks the Kordon Promenade." Full review
Upscale
"The upscale Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir sits right in front of the Aegean Sea, a good location to reach restaurants and some attractions on foot." Full review
Top choice
"Swissotel has adapted well to the Turkish market, and this Izmir branch is no exception." Full review
Karaca Hotel
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Necatibey Bulv. Sevgi Yolu 1379. Sok. No:55, Izmir 35560, Turkey
From $41/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
"Large, modern hotel, with slick, bilingual staff. Large rooms, bristling with mod cons. Parking available. €111–140 (231–300TL)."
"Offering three-star comfort but with a local flavour, the cosy Karaca resembles an Ottoman official's home." Full review
"In an appealing location, this good-value, central option caters to a mostly business and family clientele—and includes free tickets to the next-door movie theater." Full review