Izmir, Izmir hotel rooms at the Independent

"Clean room ,great staff, great location. Good breakfast but little to no meat as common in Türkiye. Great emergency plan as I was lucky enough to have the 6.1 earthquake one night at 11 pm. Staff was directing us to stairs and directing us to outside. Dispensing water quickly to guests which indicated very good training and good leadership. Great job !! "

"Breakfast was very good, with good options of good quality food with the exception of menemen--that was so bad that I could not have more than a spoonful, and sadly had to leave the rest. Otherwise, excellent service and very attentive staff. Definitely will return again and again. Thank you! "

"Breakfast was varied and fresh. I love this hotel and the staff"

"Excellent customer service. Very friendly and attentive staff."

"Todo estaba en orden. "

"Modern hotel with fantastic view. Property has pool, spa, and gym. Staff very nice."

"If you are visiting Izmir (Smyrna) for its historic significance, this is the hotel for you. It is across the street from the historic Agora site that is well worth visiting, with artifacts and buildings and arches dating from the time of Alexander the Great. It is also located in the middle of the historic market/bazaar Kemeralti Market, an adventure, delicious and lots of fun. This area feels totally removed from modern, commercial business center Izmir. The staff is amazing and goes beyond most hotel concierge staffs globally in patiently arranging tours and places to explore, both in Izmir and the surrounding area. I particularly want to thank Romeo for his extraordinary help in arranging tours for me and also rescuing me when I got lost. He loves his city and it shows! The justifiably famous Turkish breakfast had many delicious hot and cold choices, all freshly prepared and replenished as needed. My only criticism was the constant smoking in the dining room restaurant. The food was excellent, as was the live band, but you're surrounded in a miasma of smoke."

"The staff are all excellent. Very respectful and professional. The hotel is immaculately clean. "

"Well stocked refrigerator with all types of drinks. Much appreciated "