Hotel Mary’s House provided all the essentials we wanted, and helped with logistics that alleviated much of my worries in a foreign county. They had transportation so we didn’t have to rent a car, the best tour guide, clean rooms, laundry, a nice breakfast, and a great location for nice restaurants. I highly recommend a private tour from Bugra, the owner. He knew all the tricks to make the heat manageable in Ephesus. His tour was so insightful and interesting for my history buff husband, my devout Catholic teen daughter, and even for my other “usually bored” teen daughter. He will ask what you want to see, but I would defer to his suggestions. The location of Hotel Mary’s House was ideal, 2 minute walk to 5 local restaurants . We loved Amazon, super local, w tasty traditional appetizers and perfectly cooked beef dishes. If we had another night, next door was Kybele Gastro, which was rated #1 on TripAdvisor. While taking a walk, we came across 2 cute coffee houses 2-3 minutes away from Mary’s but we never needed them because there was a nice breakfast waiting for us each morning.

Enjoyed it all, simple & charming.

Very cute hotel located in a quiet neighbourhood on the hillside of Selcuk. Just a few minutes walk to the shops and restaurants, St John’s Basilica and the ruins of Artemis Temple. The rooms are decorated with beautiful tiles and wooden ceilings. The staff are exceptional—they’re very friendly and helpful, and greeted me with Turkish coffee after a long day out in Ephesus. Breakfast was abundant and tasty.

If I really have to pick one thing, maybe the shower could be stronger.

Loved everything about this place! The owner greeted us as we arrived, and helped us with our suitcases. Hotel location is literally in the heart of the city, with St. John’s basilica being an easy 5 minute walk. Lots of restaurants and shops nearby for you to visit too. Breakfast is amazing as well. Rooms were gorgeous and clean, lots of beautiful hand carved and painted details. Would absolutely visit again!

Got nothing to complain about!

We had an incredible experience staying at Hotel Mary's House in Selcuk, Turkey. This family-owned hotel surpassed all our expectations in every aspect. Firstly, the breakfast served at the hotel was absolutely delicious. The wide variety of dishes, including local specialties, was a treat for the taste buds. The homemade touches and attention to detail made each morning a delightful culinary experience. The rooms at Hotel Mary's House were not only super clean but also had an authentic charm. The traditional decor and comfortable amenities created a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, making us feel right at home. One of the standout features of this hotel is the owner, Bugra. In addition to running the hotel, he also operates a professional tourist company that organizes tours all over Turkey. We were incredibly lucky to have Bugra as our guide during our visit to Ephesus and other nearby places. His amazing knowledge and passion for the history and culture of the region were truly impressive. Our entire family was captivated by the information he shared. Furthermore, I had the pleasure of spending an amazing evening with Bugra, having coffee and engaging in discussions about life and history. It was a truly memorable and enriching experience. Overall, I highly recommend Hotel Mary's House in Selcuk, Turkey. The combination of delicious breakfast, pristine rooms, and Bugra's expertise as a tourist guide created an exceptional and unforgettable stay. It is a testament to the warm hospitality and dedication of this family-owned hotel.

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Location, location, location…This lovely little hotel is located just beneath the Church of St. John in the city’s ancient center. There are multiple places to eat & shop nearby. It is very clean, fairly new (I believe 6 or 7 years old) and the breakfast was just what we had been anticipating as lovers of Turkish cousine. Having lived in Turkey many years ago, we couldn’t decide whether to rent a car and guide ourselves or use public transportation. Bugra, the owner offered to provide airport and other transportation in his small touring van- which was quite comfortable. After taking us to Ephesus and Mary’s House the first day, we decided to hire him for the Seven Churches Tour. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Bugra is well respected, knows all the best local places to eat and shop as well as the history of the area. He’s a licensed professional and generous with his time. He has a lovely family and they make the place feel like home. His two well behaved children even came along with us one day. He is a problem solver and enjoys helping his customers with their specialty interests. We were more than satisfied with the price and service and feel that we got the most value out of our 5 night stay through his guidance and driving. We are looking forward to returning and following in the footsteps of Paul.

It was all good.

We felt like home right from the moment we stepped in. We were greeted with a smile and hot Turkish tea. We got help with information about local attractions and best restaurants recommendations. Our hosts Bugra even made an effort to find us Polish speaking guide for our trip to Ephesus. Very rich Turkish breakfast served on a patio amongst colorful flowers. All staff was very friendly, always ready to assist us. The location of Mary’s House is very convenient , just steps away from St. John Basilic and Ayasuluk Citadel, walking distance to ruins of Temple of Artemis, and restaurants. Short driving distance to all other attractions. I highly recommend the place and would gladly go back.

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Beautifully maintained hotel and family owned and managed. This hotel is in a beautiful cobblestone are close to many great restaurants and a short walk to the main area of Selcuk. It is walking distance (a few blocks) to St John Basilica. Bugra is a fabulous tour guide and will ensure you see Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary and any other sights even further away. He is knowledgeable and has excellent English. Rooms were spacious, clean, good AC. One of the best places to stay while seeing the surrounding sights!

Everything was excellent. Bugra went above and beyond to accommodate our needs and travel needs. My sister needed some medication and Bugra found a pharmacy that was open in the evening during a turkish sacrifice holiday weekend. He drove to the location. The hotel is nicely decorated and the hospitality was excellent. We were treated like family. My family and I will definitely stay here again and will also call them to set-up our travel itinerary.

The air conditioning worked to well. The room was nice and cold, but the bed blanket was not enough. We had to ask for another blanket. Other then that everything was great.

Mary’s house is a beautiful small hotel with a lovely and serene courtyard. Our room was large and nicely appointed. The bed was very comfortable, and the aircon was quite. What really made our stay amazing was our host, Bugra! He was incredibly relaxed and accommodating. we asked him if he would arrange a tour of Ephesus for us, and he took us personally ( Bugra also runs a tour company) His English is excellent, he encouraged us to ask any questions regarding history, religion, culture etc. Our day visiting Ephesus with him really enhanced and elevated our experience in Selcuk. Great stay, but even better host!

I have nothing to add, we enjoyed everything about our stay at Mary’s house.

It is like home away from home. The set up is basic but clean. Bugra is woking with his wife and young families showing us around Ephesus, Sirince village and St Mary’s church. Bugra is very knowledgeable about the history not only in Izmir but general world history as well.

The only thing is my parents are old and they had to walk up to the third floor. There is no lift.