Selcuk is a great way to see other points of interest. I was able to get to Ephesus, Pamakkale, the Greek village of Serince and Priene, Miletos, and Didyma easily. I would recommend staying in Selcuk to visit these areas.
Bergama … The best way to get to the Acropolis is to head up the road the Odyssey Guesthouse is on (near the Red Basilica) and just keep going up until you hit the main road (about five to ten minutes), rather than the circuitous route the guidebooks recommend.
Atilla's Getaway - Travellers Resort in Selcuk … This place is great. Very relaxing and comfortable. Also it seems like everyone who stays here are really great people. They provide breakfast and dinner which are made by local village women and out of this world. The hostel is outside selcuk but just a five-minute car ride. They also do free drop off and pick up in selcuk and ephesus. Everyone who works there is great. Plan on staying longer than expected.
Atilla's Getaway - Travellers Resort in Selcuk … I just finished a three-night stay, and was blown away by the fresh healthy food, relaxed pool scene, and proximity to great sites like Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis. I couldn't stay here for more than a week, but it's a great place to recharge the batteries. The staff, mostly made up of members from the same family, are friendly, and more than helpful. Prices are reasonable too. All in all, Attilla's Getaway is probably the best place to stay in Selcuk.
Ephesus Inn Hostel in Selcuk … One of the best hostels I've stayed in throughout Europe. The free pool table was wicked but the staff just topped it off by going beyond the call of duty to make sure you're having a great time. I'd highly recommend it to anyone travelling through Turkey.
Artemis Hotel in Selcuk … This hostel is run by an english speaking Turkish and Australian couple. It has very clean rooms and bathrooms in each room, a welcoming atmosphere and is centrally located only 2 minutes walk from the train station. They have meals available, at very reasonable prices, with indoor and outdoor places to eat. There is a common room for reading by the fire, and another one for watching satellite television. They have an extensive travel library for the travelers use, and internet on-site. They do not have self catering facilities, but do have laundry service. All rooms are multiple bed, rates and pictures of the rooms available on their website. They have a carpet sales centre in the building (no pressure to buy), and are installing a full service travel agency in the extended area of their lobby. There is a swimming pool in the summer months.
Nur Pension in Selcuk … The personnel's attitude towards guests is really nice. As Tom is saying "If you are happy, we are happy," and they seem to follow this principle. Except room, they would offer some free services, as picking you up from the bus station, booking tickets, and free internet connection. And Tom might also help you with getting around on his car for a fee smaller than taxis. I've attended hostel in the winter, so in rooms it was cold (bu they provide warm for additional fee). Everything else is the best choice for the price they have (I think the price is the major high point).
Tuncay Pension in Selcuk … I stayed in November 2006. Both a building and a room are very clean, can calm down. I am very sorry that I stayed only in one day. I should have stayed here during a trip all the time. It was very lucky we could stay here. And he is a very kindly and nice person, I talked so with a friend. Thank you for finding us in a bus station. Thanks to you, I was able to spend wonderful time.
Kiwi Pension in Selcuk … The Kiwi Pension is a brilliant find. Located within minutes of the Centrum, it caters to all travel budgets. It has warm and friendly staff, a pool table, fantastic swimming pool, excellent breakfasts and service. Plus the owners also run the Amazon Restaurant — absolutely one of the best places I have dined while in Turkey! Highly recommended.
Derya Pension in Selcuk … Small, friendly, family-run pension with a very feasible price. They don't try to sell carpets as some pensions do in Selcuk.
Odyssey Guesthouse in Bergama … We loved the Odyssey Guesthouse. It felt like home, and we stayed longer than planned as it was so comfortable and welcoming. Go and experience their hospitality for yourself -- it's unbeatable and Bergama is a great town to explore!
Athena Pension in Bergama … I stayed at Athena Pension in August 2005. My friend and I didn't want to leave! I fully agree with the comments expressed so far, especially those on Aidin, the manager, a sweet, quiet, efficient, and loveable person. But what I'd like to stress here is... THE BREAKFAST! People, you really must try it! Do you see the long line of little tables set out in the courtyard in the photo? Imagine them LADEN with any sort of food you might want: sweet stuff, cooked stuff, different jams, vegetables, drinks, chocolate spreads, fruit... A MYSTICAL EXPERIENCE! You can't miss it. Have a meal like that in the morning and you'll sprint around all day! WOW... Even the photos I took of it make my mouth water.
If anybody does go there, say hi to Aidin from me. He might just remember the Italian girl who gave him some washing to do, among which was a baby's sock (I use it to keep my mobile phone in, it ended up in the washing by mistake)... I thought it had got lost in the machine, but Aidin had…
Odyssey Guesthouse in Bergama … Excellent Dudes. come here if you are in bergama, its all new and clean. marble bathrooms, the best turkish breakfast we had, splendid terrace with a view of the cathedral and the acropole, and the host is so friendly. we feel at home and we decided to stay one more night because its so nice. its a must.
Athena Pension in Bergama … I traveled here in April last year and I found it a really memorable hostel. Aydin was a fantastic host and really looked after us, showing us round in his own car, cooking magnificent breakfasts, and being generally hospitable. The guy obviously loves meeting new people and showing them the sights of Bergama. Wonderful rooms too.
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