The Marmara Region has more hotels than any other part of Turkey, and most of them are in Istanbul. But the region is not only about the big city: Bursa’s history and ski resort, the lakeside at Sapanca and the historic routes around Çanakkale are here too. This page sums up which destination suits which kind of trip.
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Dosso Dossi Hotels Golden Horn
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Happy Hobbit Şömineli Göl manzaralı,Sapanca
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Son Otel
No 1 House By Valence
Best Prices
Sometimes Hotel Taksim
Meretto Hotel LALELİ
Acacia Mansion Hotel
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Gul Sultan Hotel
Second Home Suites
Mr. Bird Hotel
Zeyn Otel Istanbul
Pege Hotel
Istanroom by Keo
Angel’s Home Hotel – Angel Group Hotels
Walton Hotels Galata
Where to Stay in the Marmara Region
- Istanbul: the region’s centre for history, shopping, food and business travel; the Old City, Beyoğlu and the Bosphorus shore are the most popular areas.
- Bursa: the first Ottoman capital, with historic markets, the village of Cumalıkızık and, in winter, the Uludağ ski resort.
- Sapanca: a lakeside retreat close to Istanbul, popular for weekend breaks in bungalows and boutique hotels surrounded by nature.
- Canakkale: the base for the Gallipoli Peninsula and ancient Troy, with ferries to the islands of Bozcaada and Gökçeada.
- Korfez: on the Gulf of İzmit in Kocaeli, convenient for business trips and the industrial zones.
Types of Accommodation
Most places to stay are hotels: boutique and chain hotels in Istanbul, thermal hotels in Bursa and ski hotels on Uludağ, and bungalows and lake-view properties at Sapanca. Aparthotels suit families and longer stays, and guest houses and hostels serve travellers on a budget.
When to Go
Spring and autumn are ideal for city breaks. In summer the Marmara and Çanakkale coasts and the islands come alive, while Sapanca’s green setting offers a cooler escape. The Uludağ ski season depends on snow and usually runs from December to March.
Getting There
Most visitors fly into Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen; Yenişehir Airport serves Bursa and Çanakkale has its own airport. For a private transfer to your hotel, see Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) transfers and Bursa Yenisehir Airport (YEI) transfers. Istanbul and Bursa are linked by motorway and sea buses, and Sapanca is reachable by road and rail.
Which Destination Suits You?
Istanbul is ideal for a city break built around museums, food and shopping; Bursa for history, thermal baths and winter sports; and Sapanca for a quiet weekend in nature. History lovers can see the Gallipoli Peninsula Historical Site and Troy on the same trip from Çanakkale. Off Istanbul, the Princes’ Islands, with no motor traffic on their quiet lanes, make a day trip or a one-night escape.
To combine destinations, a few nights in Istanbul followed by Bursa or Sapanca balances the busy city with time in nature.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which city in the Marmara Region has the most hotels?
Most of the region’s hotels are in Istanbul; Bursa, Sapanca and Çanakkale also offer a wide choice.
Where can I go for a weekend break in the Marmara Region?
The lakeside at Sapanca and the city of Bursa, both easy to reach from Istanbul, are the most popular short breaks.
When is the ski season on Uludağ?
It depends on the snow and usually runs from December to March, when Uludağ hotels fill quickly.
How do I reach the islands from Çanakkale?
Ferries run to Bozcaada from Geyikli and to Gökçeada from Kabatepe.