Where to stay in Çeşme — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Çeşme is a beloved Aegean seaside resort for the people of Izmir — fine white-sand beaches, clear shallow water, and steady winds ideal for windsurfing and kitesurfing. There's a Genoese fortress by the harbour, natural hot springs, and the village of Alaçatı, with its pretty coloured stone houses, boutiques, and stylish cafés.
Why stay in Çeşme
White Sand, Clear Water
Ilıca and Altınkum beaches have fine sand and clear shallow water, great for families and sea lovers.
Windsurfing Capital
Alaçatı Bay has steady winds, making it a world-class windsurfing and kitesurfing spot in Turkey.
Chic Alaçatı
A village of blue-doored stone houses, boutique hotels, cafés, and a charming morning market.
Sea Hot Springs
Hot mineral springs bubble up in the sea at Şifne Bay — soak in warm water in the middle of the Aegean.
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Local dishes to try in Çeşme
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Kumru
A crisp-bread sandwich filled with sucuk sausage and cheese, Çeşme's signature snack.
📍 All over town - 2🐙
Aegean Seafood
Fresh grilled squid, fish, and prawns by the sea, paired with vegetable meze and rakı.
📍 Harbour - 3🌿
Alaçatı Herb Meze
Local dishes using wild greens and Aegean herbs, fresh and seasonal in the old village restaurants.
📍 Alaçatı - 4🍦
Mastic Ice Cream
Ice cream and sweets flavoured with mastic (an aromatic tree resin), a specialty of the Aegean coast.
📍 All over town
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Çeşme Castle
A Genoese-Ottoman stone fortress by the harbour, with a museum inside and lovely bay views.
📍 City Centre - 2🎨
Alaçatı
A village of stone houses with blue doors and windows, old windmills, boutiques, and stylish cafés.
📍 Alaçatı - 3🏖️
Ilıca Beach
A long white-sand beach with shallow, clear water warmed by undersea hot springs — great for families.
📍 Ilıca - 4🏄
Alaçatı Surf Bay
A shallow, windy bay lined with windsurfing and kitesurfing schools.
📍 Alaçatı - 5🏝️
Ildır
A quiet fishing village with the ruins of the ancient city of Erythrae and clear-water coves around small islands.
📍 Ildır - 6♨️
Şifne Hot Springs
Hot mineral springs bubbling up in the sea and natural mud spas, to relax beside a quiet bay.
📍 Şifne
Things to do in Çeşme
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3 Çeşme hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
★ 9.7ValueVilla Fanti
#1 Guest-rated in town · 9.7/10 owner-run boutique
★ 9.2ValueÇeşme Marina Konukevi
#2 marina guesthouse · sea view plus private pool
★ 9.2ValueFener Hotel Café & Kahvaltı
#3 boutique · panoramic sea view to Chios island
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Villa Fora Hotel
#4 boutique hotel · heart of Alacati old town, pool + garden
Marge Hotel
#5 boutique hotel · bold colourful design with a pool in Ilica
Kamer Suite & Hotel
#8 Value pick · quiet peninsula with a standout pool
Boyalık Beach Hotel & Spa
#6 5-star beach resort · directly on Blue Flag Boyalik Beach
Ilica Hotel Spa & Wellness Resort
#7 Family resort · 7 pools + water slides on a Blue Flag beach
Bartu Otel
#10 budget hotel · pool plus spacious rooms, 10-min walk to the beach
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🚆 Getting around Çeşme
Bus from Izmir
There are direct buses from Izmir's bus terminal to Çeşme and Alaçatı several times a day, about 1.5 hours.
Rent a car for the beaches
Beaches and coves are scattered around the peninsula, so a car is the easiest way to tour several spots.
Local Dolmuş
Public minibuses run between Çeşme, Alaçatı, and the various beaches at budget-friendly fares.
Ferry to Chios
There's a ferry across to the Greek island of Chios from Çeşme harbour during the tourist season.
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See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Çeşme
What's the difference between Çeşme and Alaçatı?+
Çeşme is a port town with a fortress and beaches, while Alaçatı is a chic stone-house village about 10 km away focused on boutique hotels, cafés, and windsurfing. Many people visit both on one trip.
How do I get to Çeşme from Izmir?+
Take a direct bus from Izmir's terminal, about 1.5 hours, or rent a car and take the motorway, which is convenient and fast.
When is the best time to visit Çeşme?+
May–Sep has great sun and warm water for swimming and windsurfing. The peak is mid-summer, when it's crowded and accommodation prices are high.
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