My wife and I stayed at the Izmir Palas two times in mid-June 2007. The weather was unusually hot, but the air conditioning worked well. We had a room overlooking the harbor one time and on the other side of the hotel overlooking the city the other time. Definitely get a room on the harbor side if possible. The view... more

The staff think this is a top hotel and make sure you know it! But they are helpful and will unbend with a little conversation. Make sure you get a room overlooking the sea, it a superb view, and any spare time can be frittered away on your balcony watching the little ferries and the sparkling sea. The other side... more

Really enjoyed our stay at Izmir Palas. Great location, with lots of good restaurants nearby. Overlooks the harbor and the promenade. Staff was exceptionally accommodating and responded to every request. Internet in the rooms was not available, but free in the lobby with log on to the hotel's wireless network. We used Izmir as a base to tour Efesus and... more

This is a nice hotel in a great location. The room was nice, clean, and had satelite TV with several english channels. They also had free onsite internet, a big plus in a city without very many net cafes. The staff was not very friendly, however. And given the cost, I would say you can save a lot of money... more

The Izmir Palas has a great location, near the city center and a great view of beautiful Izmir Bay. I just think it is a little pricey for the time of year that I was there. $100.00 for city view and $115.00 for the sea view. I think that $85.00 for the city view and $100.00 for the sea view... more

The Izmir Palas has seen better days as it is a little tired The location is great and the sea views fantastic but it is in need of refurbishment The room was tidy and comfortable and there is certainly nothing in the hotel to complain about Not knowing the layout of the city we chose the hotel to be close... more