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KeyUrla Hotel is a Relais & Châteaux property on Turkey's Urla Peninsula, designed as a traditional Anatolian village with 24 villas scattered among vineyards. Built with local stone by architect Han Tumertekin, the hotel combines wine country hospitality with Aegean coastal proximity. The property centers on seasonal dining at An Urla restaurant, vineyard-inspired wellness, and access to the region's wine routes and historic sites.
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KeyUrla is positioned on the Urla Peninsula in Izmir's wine region, with villas scattered across vineyards and natural landscape. The property is conceived in the style of a traditional Anatolian village, with cypress-lined streets and a central square. Built using local dry stone, the villas were designed by architect Han Tumertekin.
Nearby attractions include the Uzbaş Arboretum, a nearly 2,000-acre botanical garden established in 1996 featuring Mediterranean and subtropical plant collections. The Urla wine route offers tastings of local Anatolian varieties. Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site with nearly 3,000 years of history, is accessible for day trips.
The hotel comprises 24 villas in five types: the Flat Villa, Vineyard Villa, Vineyard Premium Villa, Deluxe Villa, and Deluxe Duplex Villa. Each villa features contemporary living space, a private terrace, and flower-filled gardens. Room configurations range from single-bedroom villas suitable for 2 travelers to multi-bedroom villas accommodating families of 3 or 4 guests.
An Urla restaurant serves Aegean-inspired seasonal cuisine prepared with regional produce and local wines from the Urla region. The dining approach reflects both contemporary technique and traditional Anatolian ingredients.
The wellness program includes a spa offering massages and facials using products derived from viticulture. Additional facilities include an outdoor pool, sauna, hammam, padel tennis court, and fitness room. The library and organized wine tastings are available on-site, along with picnic experiences in the vineyards.
Land and water activities include yoga, jogging, hiking, horse riding, fishing, diving, catamaran outings, and sea fishing. The property offers 2 meeting rooms with a maximum capacity of 25 for small group events.
KeyUrla welcomes children from age 12 and offers multi-bedroom villas and family suites suitable for traveling families. The combination of wine experiences, outdoor activities, and proximity to cultural and archaeological sites appeals to couples and guests seeking rural luxury with regional engagement.
Editorial verification: KeyUrla Hotel - Luxury hotel İzmir is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
KeyUrla is located in Urla, Izmir, on Turkey's Urla Peninsula in the region's wine country. The specific address is Kuşçular Mahallesi, Urla, Izmir, Turkey. The property is close to the Aegean coast and near numerous wine estates.
The hotel offers 24 villas in five categories: Flat Villa, Vineyard Villa, Vineyard Premium Villa, Deluxe Villa, and Deluxe Duplex Villa. Each villa includes a private terrace and garden, with room configurations for 2 to 4 guests.
An Urla restaurant serves Aegean-inspired seasonal cuisine using regional produce and local wines from the Urla region. The menu reflects both contemporary cooking and traditional Anatolian ingredients.
The spa offers massages and facials using viticulture-derived products. The property also includes a sauna, hammam, outdoor pool, padel tennis, fitness room, and organized wine tastings and vineyard picnics.
Yes. The hotel welcomes children from age 12 and offers multi-bedroom villas and family suites. Activities such as hiking, horse riding, and wine tastings appeal to varied ages and interests.
The Uzbaş Arboretum, a nearly 2,000-acre botanical garden with Mediterranean and subtropical plant collections established in 1996, is nearby. The Urla wine route is accessible, and Ephesus (UNESCO World Heritage site) is reachable for day trips.
KeyUrla Hotel is a member of Relais & Châteaux, an international collection of independent luxury hotels and restaurants.
KeyUrla Hotel - Luxury hotel İzmir is affiliated with Relais & Châteaux; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
KeyUrla Hotel - Luxury hotel İzmir is in Urla, Turkey. Address: Kuşçular Mahallesi, Urla, Izmir, Turkey.
| Location | Urla, Turkey |
|---|---|
| Address | Kuşçular Mahallesi, Urla, Izmir, Turkey |
| Brand / alliance | Relais & Châteaux |
| Official website | relaischateaux.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: relaischateaux.com/gb/hotel/keyurla-hotel/
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