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Kıyıköy is a small resort on the Black Sea coast in Eastern Thrace in Turkey. But since 2020 it's been the terminal of a gas pipeline from Russia, so many visitors nowadays are here on business.
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This was created at the same time as the fortress. It was a Greek Orthodox monastery hewn out of the rock, with a chapel, monks' cells, storage areas and a holy well. It was renovated in 1856 but battered when Kıyıköy came to lie on the front line, and abandoned when the area's Greek population was deported after 1923. A road leads to it from town.
Good scores for comfort and service, all-round probably the best choice in town. With pool and restaurant.
In a 100-year old mansion by the fortress walls. Good on atmosphere and comfort, too bad about the food. They also run Atakale campsite.
Smart place in a well-restored traditional house near the harbour; it's the friendly helpful host that earns the great scores. It's intended for extended stays but out of season visitors have enjoyed short breaks.
There are two main highways into Kıyıköy. Driving from Istanbul city, follow O-3 / E80 west (toll), and from the airport follow O-7.
Read in the guideThe monastery is a short walk from town, but you need wheels to explore the area.
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