Eskişehir is a university city on the banks of the Porsuk River, known for its museums, its meerschaum stonework and a rebuilt modern centre that sits alongside older historic buildings such as the Kurşunlu Mosque. It is a compact, walkable city with a young feel, and much of what you will want to see clusters around the river and the old quarter.
For a visitor, the practical question is which part of the city to base yourself in. The names that come up in the accommodation listings are the centre, around the museums and the old konaks, the area east of the railway station, where the station-adjacent hotels sit, and Hoşnudiye, northwest of the station, where the larger modern hotels are found. This guide covers the areas worth considering, what kind of traveller each suits, and the general price bands you can expect.
Best areas to stay in Eskişehir
1. Central Eskişehir, near the museums
This is the historic heart of the city, where the old konak (mansion) buildings have been converted into small places to stay. It suits first-time visitors and anyone who wants to be within walking distance of the museums and the old quarter rather than relying on transport.
The accommodation here is mostly small and characterful, in restored older buildings, with simple rooms and pleasant breakfast areas. It is the best base if you plan to spend your days on foot around the centre; the trade-off is that these are old buildings, so expect creaky floors and modest facilities rather than modern polish.
2. East of the railway station
This is the area immediately east of the railway station, where the station-adjacent hotels are found. It suits travellers arriving by train or high-speed rail, and anyone who prefers a newer, predictable place to stay within a short walk of the platforms.
Here you find newer properties and reliable chain options, several of them within a few hundred metres of the station. The practical advantage is the location: you can walk to your room on arrival, which makes arrivals and departures straightforward and puts the rest of the city within easy reach.
3. Hoşnudiye, northwest of the railway station
This is the modern, business-oriented side of the city, northwest of the railway station and just off the main highway. It suits travellers who prefer a larger, newer hotel with predictable standards, and anyone whose plans take them along the main road.
Here you find the bigger chain and business hotels, several of them clustered on the same few streets, along with newer properties built in recent years. The practical point is that this area is not the station area: it sits northwest of the station, so factor in a transfer if you are arriving by rail.
4. The town centre around Sivrihisar Caddesi
This is the commercial centre of town, where you find a long-established hotel in a solid, older building. It suits travellers who want a central location with straightforward, no-frills comfort and easy access to the surrounding streets.
The accommodation here is older and more conventional than the boutique konaks or the new business hotels. It is a reasonable middle option if you want to be in the middle of things without staying in a restored historic building.
Where to stay on a budget, mid-range or splurge
- Budget: small guesthouses and boutique places in restored old konaks, plus an older town-centre hotel. Expect simple rooms, breakfast included, and a location close to the museums or the centre.
- Mid-range: reliable chain hotels and independent places, some with extras such as a sauna and a small fitness centre. Rooms are clean and comfortable, and several sit within walking distance of the railway station.
- Splurge: the larger modern and business hotels in Hoşnudiye, including recently built properties and international chains, with the highest comfort levels and the most convenient access to the main road.
Best area for a first visit
For a first visit, base yourself in central Eskişehir near the museums. It puts the old quarter, the historic buildings and the museum district within walking distance, which is where most of your time will go. If you are arriving by high-speed rail and value convenience over character, the area east of the railway station is the practical alternative.
Frequently asked questions
Which area is best if I am arriving by train?
The area east of the railway station. Several hotels sit within a few hundred metres of the station, including newer properties and reliable chain options, so you can walk to your room on arrival.
Where should I stay if I want to be near the museums?
The central area near the museums, where the old konak buildings have been converted into small places to stay. This keeps the museum district and the old quarter within walking distance.
Are there hotels with leisure facilities such as a sauna?
Yes. At least one mid-range hotel in the city has a sauna and a small fitness centre, so if those matter to you, check the facilities when you compare options.
What is the difference between staying in the centre and in Hoşnudiye?
The centre is older and more characterful, with small konak-style places close to the museums. Hoşnudiye is more modern and business-oriented, with larger hotels northwest of the railway station and easy access to the main highway.
Compare live prices for the areas above with the booking tools on this page before you decide.