A Hotel for Visits to Hacettepe Beytepe, Bilkent and METU (ODTÜ): A Guide to Stays for Enrolment, Graduation and Visiting Parents

Western Ankara is home to three of Turkey's most established universities: Hacettepe University Beytepe Campus, Bilkent University and METU (ODTÜ). Every year, during enrolment weeks, graduation ceremonies, exam and interview periods and academic events, thousands of families, students and academics come to the area and ask the same question: "Where can I stay in a quiet, reliable hotel close to campus?" This guide was written to answer exactly that question.

One location close to all three campuses: the Çayyolu–Beytepe–Ümitköy–İncek junction

Dora Beytepe Otel is located at the Çayyolu–Beytepe–Ümitköy–İncek junction. From here, Hacettepe University Beytepe Campus and Hacettepe Teknokent are a short drive away, and Bilkent University and METU can also be reached quickly by car via Eskişehir Yolu. For families who want to visit all three campuses from the same hotel, this means a considerable time saving compared with staying in the city centre.

For accommodation close to Hacettepe Beytepe Campus, see our Beytepe hotel page, and for facilities on the Çayyolu side, take a look at our Çayyolu hotel page.

For those who prefer public transport, the nearest metro station is Koru (M2 line). Koru Metro Station is about 6 minutes from the hotel by car and about 28 minutes on foot. As the M2 line has Bilkent and METU stations, guests without a car can board at Koru and reach both campuses without changing.

Enrolment week: a practical base for families

Enrolment week in September is a busy time, especially for families from out of town: registration, settling into student halls, shopping and getting to know the city all have to fit into the same few days. The hotel's free car park is a great convenience for families arriving in their own car at this time. As the shopping centres and supermarkets in Çayyolu and Ümitköy are also close to the hotel, everything needed for halls can be bought in no time.

During enrolment, families usually look for rooms for two or three people. The hotel offers Double, Twin and Triple Room options, and for families there is a 30 m² Triple Room.

Graduation ceremonies: guests from out of town

Graduation ceremonies in June and July sometimes bring a family group of five or six people to Ankara for a single student. What families want most at this time is for everyone to stay in the same hotel, in rooms close to one another. With 73 rooms, we can often arrange several rooms side by side; if you book early, we match the room types to your family's make-up.

If you need to leave early on the morning of the ceremony, our reception is open 24 hours; and for a family meal after the ceremony, the restaurants around Çayyolu Park Caddesi and Ümitköy are a short distance from the hotel.

Exams, interviews and academic visits

Master's and PhD interviews, academic meetings, thesis committee duties and visits by guest lecturers take place throughout the year. These guests usually want a single or double room, a quiet environment and a work desk. A work desk and free Wi-Fi are standard in our rooms, which are available with or without air conditioning; our rooms with a balcony are popular for a short break in the evening.

For groups attending conferences and workshops lasting several days, Twin Rooms make it easier for teams to stay together.

Long-term academic stays

We have weekly and monthly stay arrangements for visiting academics teaching for a term, researchers staying in Ankara for the duration of a project and students on internships. Some of our rooms have a kitchen, which lets long-stay guests set up their own routine. We share the conditions for long stays and the cleaning arrangements clearly before booking.

What awaits you at Dora Beytepe Otel?

The hotel opened in 2018 and operates with the backing of the Taşkınlar Group, which has been active in tourism and construction since 1969. Our 73 rooms range from 15 m² to 40 m²; single, double, twin, triple and king size bed options are available with or without a balcony. Rooms are available with or without air conditioning. Free parking, free Wi-Fi, a gym and a 24-hour reception are among our standard services. Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 12:00.

For details of our room types, see our Rooms page, and for more about the Beytepe area, our Beytepe Hotel page. To book, you can call 0312 240 62 40, message our line 0538 441 93 93 on WhatsApp, or use our reservation page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Dora Beytepe Otel from Hacettepe Beytepe Campus?

The hotel is at the Çayyolu–Beytepe–Ümitköy–İncek junction; Hacettepe University Beytepe Campus and Hacettepe Teknokent are a short drive away.

Can I get to Bilkent and METU by metro?

Yes. The nearest metro station is Koru (M2 line, about 6 minutes by car). The M2 line has Bilkent and METU stations, which you can reach from Koru without changing.

Can several rooms be booked together for graduation?

Yes. With 73 rooms, we plan several rooms together for family groups; booking early makes it easier for us to match the room types to your family.

Which room types are suitable for families?

Alongside our Double, Twin and Triple Rooms, we offer a 30 m² Triple Room option for families. Our rooms range from 15 m² to 40 m².

Does the hotel have parking?

Yes, free parking is available for our guests.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 12:00. For early ceremony times, our reception is open 24 hours.