Akanthus Hotel Ephesus Reviews

This was our favorite hotel during our trip to Turkey 😊Over the past two days, our overall impression of the hotel has been: peaceful, comfortable, professional, and sincere. The room was tidy, the bed was incredibly comfortable, and the staff were all very friendly and welcoming. We arrived at the hotel quite late, and we are especially grateful to the lovely girl at the reception desk who waited for us and greeted us warmly. Since it’s the off-season now, there were very few guests, and it seemed like we were the only ones staying here over the past two days. However, the hotel still provided us with a buffet breakfast and maintained a clean swimming pool, which truly showed their dedication and attention to detail. Thank you to all the staff! And thank you, Ephesus, for giving us such wonderful memories!

Gorgeous hotel with lovely staff, perfectly placed for Ephesus and other landmarks.

I had such a lovely stay at this boutique hotel — it truly exceeded my expectations. From the moment I arrived, I felt incredibly welcome. The staff, who are part of the family that runs the hotel, were so friendly and kind. Their warmth really added a personal touch to the whole experience. I was immediately struck by how beautifully the space was designed. The decor was modern but with a tasteful Turkish influence that made it feel both elegant and authentic. My room was cool and comfortable thanks to great air conditioning, and the bed was one of the comfiest I’ve slept in during my travels. One of my favourite parts of each day was sitting by the pool and watching the sunset — the view was just stunning and made the whole place feel so peaceful and special. It’s an intimate space, never crowded, and perfect for relaxing. The location was also really convenient. I found it easy to visit Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis, and the staff were full of helpful suggestions for places to eat, local sights, and travel tips. Overall, I had an excellent experience. I felt truly looked after, and the hotel itself was beautiful and restful. I’d absolutely stay again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a charming, peaceful stay with a personal touch!

Definitely one of the best home stay in Turkey, gives you the home away from home vibes, absolutely love it!

Hotel and a good location but hard to find there are no amenities except the swimming pool which was not usable for the season. Breakfast was OK and the staff are very helpful and friendly. They offer laundry service, but the charges is relatively high parking was available on the street outside the hotel.

This place is amazing, my wife and I usually don’t stay at boutique hotels. This was our first time and it truly has a different feeling, very well Kept everything was up to par. People were great. Location is good very cozy. We did not wanna leave. 

Nice boutique hotel in a heart of the city

Fantastic hotel in a great location. Well maintained and clean with friendly helpful staff. Breakfast excellent

Very nice bouquet hotel.

We were pleasantly surprised at our find in Selcuk! Arda and Muharrem immediately made us feel at home with their excellent service and recommendations. The property is very well kept, clean and had everything we needed and more. We are so grateful for the round the clock cake and drinks, especially one morning we had to leave early. When Muharrem found out, he immediately arranged delicious freshly made omelette a for us!! Thank you for your hospitality and warm reception!

Very beautiful inn, the room is clean and big enough, there is a small swimming pool in the garden, the owner is also very nice

The hotel is very exquisite. It is said that the owners are two brothers, an architect and an engineer, and they are from a noble family. The hotel is within walking distance of the Church of St. John and the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, and it is only a 5-minute drive from the ruins of Ephesus. The front desk guy recommended a good nearby restaurant. The small courtyard is very cozy, and 24-hour coffee and Turkish tea are provided. If you plan to go to the historical triangle of Priene, Miletus, and Didyma, it is also suitable to choose to stay here. Depart at 8 o'clock in the morning, you can drive to see it in one day, and it is just right to return to the town for dinner.

The room was clean, the bed was very comfortable, and the breakfast was great. The hotel staff was very friendly and gave tour suggestions and maps. Toothpaste and toothbrush were not provided, but slippers, towels, and kettles were all available. Coffee, tea, and snacks were available at the restaurant. The overall experience was good. The town of Selcuk is worth visiting.

The hotel is in an excellent location. Just across the main road is the long-distance bus station, and it is also convenient to go to several attractions. It is a very warm, comfortable and beautiful small hotel with very good service. We checked in early in the morning and stored our luggage after checking out. Because we were on a night bus to Istanbul, the owner allowed us to rest in the restaurant, where coffee, tea and cakes were provided. The service was very good. I would stay here again if I had the chance.