Kastamonu guide: where to stay and what to see
Kastamonu lies where the Black Sea region meets Central Anatolia. It is a city of nature and history, with its castle, historic mansions and the Ilgaz and Küre mountains. Kastilya Hotel sits inside a pine forest, 2.5 km from the airport and 10 km from the city centre.
A small settlement inside a pine forest.
Kastilya Hotel is in the Terzibaşı quarter of Yolkonak village, Kastamonu. It is a 30-room nature hotel made up of timber bungalows and stone houses.
Our aim is simple: to let you live Kastamonu's nature and its table without giving up comfort. The aquapark, pool, spa and spread breakfast are included in the stay; the restaurant welcomes non-staying guests too.
Five minutes from the airport.
Kastamonu Airport is 2.5 km from the hotel; a transfer can be arranged on request. For those arriving by car there is free parking and an EV charging station.
- Kastamonu Airport
- 2.5 km · 5 min
- City centre
- 10 km · 15 min
- Bus terminal
- 18.6 km
- Ilgaz Mountain National Park
- ≈ 1 h
- Ankara
- ≈ 3 h
A day in the city
Kastamonu's historic centre is best explored on foot. The city centre is about 15 minutes from the hotel.
- 01City centre
Kastamonu Castle
A Byzantine-era castle on the hill above the city; at sunset all of Kastamonu lies below you.
- 02City centre
Clock Tower
A 19th-century tower with a viewing terrace, the city's best-known lookout.
- 03City centre
Nasrullah Mosque and Square
An early 16th-century mosque with its fountain and surrounding bazaars, the heart of the city.
- 04City centre
Historic Kastamonu mansions
Well-preserved Ottoman civil architecture; several can be visited as museums and cafés.
- 05Kasaba village
Mahmut Bey Mosque
A 14th-century timber mosque built without nails; on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Forests, canyons, mountains.
The whole property sits inside a forest; walking trails start at your door. Early in the morning there is nothing but the scent of pine and birdsong.
Kastamonu is generous with day trips: Ilgaz to the south, the Küre Mountains and the Black Sea coast to the north.
- 01≈ 1 hour
Ilgaz Mountain National Park
Skiing in winter, cool forest walks in summer.
- 02Towards Pınarbaşı
Küre Mountains National Park
One of Europe's important protected forests; canyon and cave routes.
- 03Pınarbaşı
Valla and Horma canyons
Among the country's most striking canyons, with viewing terraces and a timber walkway.
- 04Pınarbaşı
Ilıca Waterfall
A waterfall dropping into a natural pool in the forest, reached by a short walk.
- 05Black Sea coast
İnebolu and Abana
Historic timber houses, the shore and fresh fish.
Kastilya in four seasons
Spring
The forest turns green and the trails are at their best.
Summer
Aquapark season: June – September.
Autumn
A forest changing colour, tea on the veranda, a quiet hotel.
Winter
Skiing at Ilgaz; the fireplace and hammam at the hotel.
About Kastamonu and getting here
Where should I stay in Kastamonu?
For a stay in nature, Kastilya Hotel offers bungalows and stone houses inside a forest, 5 minutes from Kastamonu Airport and 15 minutes from the city centre. The aquapark, spa and spread breakfast are included.
How do I get to Kastilya Hotel?
By air: the hotel is 2.5 km, about 5 minutes, from Kastamonu Airport and a transfer can be requested. By car: 10 km, about 15 minutes, from the city centre; about 3 hours from Ankara. By bus: 18.6 km from the bus terminal.
Is Kastamonu good for a weekend break?
Yes. Kastamonu is about 3 hours from Ankara and about 1 hour from Ilgaz Mountain National Park. The castle, clock tower and historic mansions fit into one day, leaving a second day for Ilgaz or the Küre Mountains.
Is there an airport transfer?
Yes. Kastamonu Airport is 2.5 km, about 5 minutes, from the hotel and a transfer can be arranged on request. Ask when booking or call +90 501 176 37 37.
