Ephesus Lodge is a small countryside hotel in the village of Kirazlı, set among olive trees and farmland in the hills inland from Kuşadası. It suits travellers who want a quiet, rural base rather than a resort or a town hotel, and it is very well regarded by guests. The inn has a garden, an outdoor pool with loungers, umbrellas and a pool bar, a restaurant, a terrace and a cafe. A continental breakfast is included, rooms come in nine types ranging from compact doubles to large suites, and all have air conditioning, heating, a minibar, a television and tea and coffee facilities. Free bicycles, free parking and valet parking are available, and the 24-hour reception can help book tours and tickets.
Location and getting around
Kirazlı lies in the countryside behind Ephesus, and the drive to the ancient city takes around twenty-five minutes. Şirince, Selçuk and the Camlık railway museum are also within reach by car. A rental car is the easiest way to use the lodge as a base, although the reception can arrange taxis and tours. Adnan Menderes Airport near İzmir is a little over an hour away, and a transfer can be arranged for a fee.
Because it is rural, plan evenings around the lodge's own restaurant or drive to the nearby villages.Rooms and facilities: the rooms are comfortable and range in size, with the larger categories suitable for families or those who want extra space. The pool is the focus of summer afternoons, and the garden and terrace give a peaceful setting for a book or a glass of local wine. The restaurant serves Turkish and Aegean dishes, and the staff are known for being warm and helpful.
Check-in begins at 2 pm and check-out is at noon. Pets are not allowed.Good to know: the lodge is for travellers who value quiet and a personal welcome. It is less convenient if you plan to walk to restaurants or sights, because the village is small. It suits couples, small families and anyone using Ephesus as a day trip rather than a base for nightlife. Combine it with a morning at Ephesus before the crowds, an afternoon at the pool and a trip to Şirince for dinner.
Book early in spring and autumn, when the lodge is popular with travellers who want a calm stay in the countryside.A good routine is an early start at the ruins, a swim and a long lunch at the lodge, and an evening in nearby Şirince or at the lodge restaurant. Bring a torch or use your phone light for walking in the dark village lanes, wear sturdy shoes if you use the bicycles, and ask the staff about local walking routes through the olive groves.
Why stay here
- ✓Outdoor pool with pool bar
- ✓Garden and terrace
- ✓On-site restaurant and cafe
- ✓Continental breakfast included
- ✓Free bicycle use
- ✓Free and valet parking
- ✓24-hour reception with tour help
- ✓Air conditioning and heating
Good questions
Is it close to Ephesus?+
About twenty-five minutes by car, in the countryside inland from Kuşadası.
Is breakfast included?+
A continental breakfast is included.
Can the lodge arrange tours?+
The 24-hour reception can help book tours and tickets, and taxis can be arranged.
