Otel Can Transfer
Otel Can transfer: door-to-door private cars from this small hotel in Ayaş to the airport, Kızkalesi, the ancient sites and Mersin; priced per car.
Transfer to Otel Can
Otel Can is a small hotel in Ayaş, a coastal village in the Erdemli district that shares its shoreline with the ruins of ancient Elaiussa Sebaste. People booking an Otel Can transfer usually want to be close to Kızkalesi without being caught up in its summer crowds. Below we look at where the hotel sits, where you can go from it, and how to get to Otel Can from the airport and the nearby cities.
Next Door to an Ancient Port City
Ayaş lies between Erdemli and Kızkalesi, spread along both sides of the coastal road. Anyone driving through notices the same thing: a theatre, cisterns, arches and tombs visible right from the roadside. These are the remains of Elaiussa Sebaste. Otel Can is set within this landscape, in Ayaş itself.
Booking sites place the hotel within walking distance of the public beach, though the distances they quote do not agree, so check with the hotel if it matters to you. What is certain is this: Ayaş sits just east of Kızkalesi and is far quieter. Fewer bars, more ruins.
Why Travellers Choose Ayaş
People who stay in Ayaş have usually made a deliberate choice. Their reasons vary.
- History lovers who want to walk the ancient sites in the cool of the morning
- Couples who want Kızkalesi nearby but not its late-night noise
- People with family in Ayaş and the surrounding villages, back for the summer
- Small photography groups working their way along the coast for a few days
What they share is that they come to explore rather than stay put. Plan your transport the same way.
Day Trips Along the Old Roads
The first short trip is usually Kızkalesi, with its land castle, its sea castle and the ruins of Korykos. To the north, up a valley, Adamkayalar is known for its rock-cut reliefs. West are the ancient city of Kanlıdivane, Narlıkuyu and the Heaven and Hell sinkholes, then Silifke. East are Limonlu, central Erdemli and Mersin.
Book each trip as a point-to-point transfer. If you are coming back the same day, "Add return" keeps both legs in one booking; for a day with several stops, book each leg separately. Flying in? Our page on the airport transfer to Otel Can covers the drive to Ayaş and choosing a car.
Arriving at and Leaving a Small Hotel
Reception hours at small hotels can differ from those at large properties. If you will arrive late, tell the hotel in advance; the same goes for early departures. We plan your transfer around your flight, and with flight tracking a delay simply moves the pickup to the actual landing time.
Choosing a car is straightforward. Two people fit a Business Sedan or Premium Sedan, three a Comfort Class car. Small groups with camera gear or plenty of luggage are more comfortable in a VIP Vito. Prices are per vehicle, not per person. Select Otel Can in the booking form, enter your date and compare the classes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Otel Can in Kızkalesi or Ayaş?
Otel Can is in Ayaş, in the Erdemli district of Mersin. Ayaş sits just east of Kızkalesi on the coastal road and is known for the ruins of Elaiussa Sebaste. Kızkalesi is a short drive away, and you can book point-to-point transfers between the two whenever you like during your stay.
How close is the hotel to the beach?
Booking sites show the hotel within walking distance of the public beach, but the distances they give do not match, so ask the hotel for the exact figure. We cannot answer for the hotel's facilities; for your transfer we only need the hotel name, your travel date and your flight details.
Can we get to Adamkayalar or Kanlıdivane from the hotel?
Yes. Book a point-to-point transfer from the hotel to Adamkayalar, the Kanlıdivane ruins, Kızkalesi, the sinkholes at Narlıkuyu or Silifke. Use "Add return" if you are coming back the same day. The booking form shows the price for each vehicle class before you confirm, and prices are per vehicle.
Is a late arrival a problem?
Your transfer is planned around your flight, and if the flight is delayed the pickup follows the actual landing time. We do not know the hotel's night reception arrangements, though. If you will arrive late, let the hotel know ahead of time; at a small hotel this makes checking in much easier.