Lara Ilica Hotel

Twenty-four rooms in Ilıca, Çeşme's thermal beach quarter, Lara Ilica Hotel sits a short walk from the shallow geothermal waters that draw visitors from Izmir year-round. The Aegean coast here is calmer and shallower than central Çeşme, better suited to families than the windsurf crowd at Alaçatı.

An outdoor pool and sun deck handle days when guests prefer to stay on property, while the restaurant covers meals with special-diet options available on request. Parking and a shuttle service reduce dependence on taxis for the 85km run to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport.

With a 9.4 rating across 47 reviews, the property punches above its category for a small independent. Family rooms and daily housekeeping round out the practical offer.