Balcova
Izmir
Popular places to visit
Istinye Park
You can enjoy retail therapy at Istinye Park during your trip to Izmir. Visit the area's shops and spas.
Balcova Cable Car
You can take time to visit Balcova Cable Car during your travels to Izmir. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this trendy area.
Topolino
Enjoy an outing to Topolino during your stay in Izmir. Visit the spas and shops in this trendy area.
Ozdilek Izmir Shopping Center
You can do some window-shopping at Ozdilek Izmir Shopping Center during your visit to İnciraltı Mahallesi. Visit the area's shops and spas.
Agora Shopping Center
During your trip to Izmir, you can enjoy retail therapy at Agora Shopping Center. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this trendy area.
Aqua City
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Aqua City during your visit to Izmir. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this trendy area.
Things to do
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ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS: Best Seller Highlights of Ephesus Private Tour
Budget - Friendly Ephesus Tour from Izmir
Top hotels in Balcova
Wyndham Grand Izmir Ozdilek Thermal & Spa
Was upgraded to ocean view. Room was extremely clean and the bed beyond comfortable.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
Hyatt Regency Izmir IstinyePark
Balcova Thermal Hotel
The bathroom carried a terrible smell. The piping must’ve been bad.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Izmir
Hotel was not maintained so well. Location was fantastic , lots of cafes and restaurants around, Agora shopping centre was just minutes away. During my stay it was raining and the dripping water was everywhere. Such a shame such a good hotel not well maintained.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Izmir
Everything about the hotel was wonderful
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir
Loved spa and scappi restaurant
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balcova
Üçkuyular Mahallesi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Üçkuyular Mahallesi and surrounding area, you can visit Istinye Park and Topolino.
Güzelyalı Mahallesi
If you're spending some time in Güzelyalı Mahallesi, Guzelyali Kultur Merkezi and Izmir Ataturk Genclik Merkezi are top sights worth seeing.
Karabağlar
When in Karabağlar and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Balcova Cable Car or Istinye Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Uckuyular Fahrettin Altay Station or Poligon Station.
Narlidere
You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Narlidere. You might want to make time for a stop at Narlidere Olympic Swimming Pool or Tarla Faresi Tiyatrosu.
Konak
Consider a visit to İzmir Clock Tower and take some time to enjoy the seaside views during your time in Konak. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Konak Station or Cankaya Station.
Izmir City Centre
Consider a visit to Kulturpark and take some time to enjoy the seaside views during your time in Izmir City Centre. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Hilal Station or Cankaya Station.
