Hitit Hotel is a good-value base in Selçuk for travellers who want a pool, a restaurant and free parking without paying resort prices. The hotel has 96 rooms with air conditioning, free WiFi and a workspace, and room types include standard doubles and triples that suit small families. The outdoor pool is seasonal and is joined by a children's pool, a lazy river and a poolside bar, which makes the property unusually lively for its price class in town. Two on-site restaurants serve Turkish cuisine, there is a terrace and a coffee shop, and a free breakfast buffet is included in the rate. Check-in runs from 2 pm until midnight, which helps with late arrivals from the airport, and an express check-in and check-out service is offered.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in the historic district of Selçuk, close to the railway station and a short drive from the ruins of Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary and the Basilica of St John. Taxis to the ancient city are inexpensive, and organised tours with pickup from Selçuk hotels are widely available.
Having a car helps for Şirince and the coast, and the hotel offers free self-parking. Adnan Menderes Airport near İzmir is about three-quarters of an hour away by road, and an airport shuttle can be arranged for a surcharge; confirm the cost when you book.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are straightforward and practical rather than stylish, and some guests find the furnishings dated, so it suits travellers who value location and facilities over design. The pool area is the main attraction in summer, with shaded seating and a bar, and it is a welcome place to cool down after a morning among the ruins.
The restaurants offer a mix of Turkish dishes, and the breakfast buffet covers the usual cheeses, olives, eggs, breads and fruit, though opinions about its range vary. Pets are not allowed.Good to know: the pool is seasonal, so check dates if you visit in spring or autumn. Reviews are mixed, with the staff, the pool and the location praised and cleanliness and older rooms criticised, so read recent comments before you book and ask for a recently updated room if possible.
The hotel suits families, groups and budget-minded travellers who plan to spend their days at Ephesus and Selçuk and need a comfortable place to return to. If you want character and a boutique feel, choose one of the smaller hotels in the old town; if you want practical facilities and parking, Hitit is a sensible option.
Why stay here
- ✓Seasonal outdoor pool
- ✓Children's pool and lazy river
- ✓Poolside bar
- ✓Two Turkish restaurants
- ✓Free breakfast buffet
- ✓Free self-parking
- ✓Air conditioning and free WiFi
- ✓Airport shuttle for a fee
Good questions
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Yes, a seasonal outdoor pool with a children's pool, a lazy river and a poolside bar. Check the dates for your visit.
Is breakfast included?+
A free breakfast buffet is included in the rate.
Is parking available?+
Yes, free self-parking is available at the hotel.
