Full Description & Details
Setur Cesme Marina is a modern yacht harbor on the northern coast of the Cesme peninsula, at the western end of Izmir, Turkey. It sits on the west side of Ilica Bay, half a mile south of Kalem Point, and is integrated with the Altinyunus Hotel, which dates to 1974. The marina is sheltered from prevailing north and northwest winds and offers a maximum depth of 5.5 meters, accommodating boats up to 45 meters in length.
It has 186 berths at sea and 60 land storage spaces, with a 60-vehicle parking area. The facility provides electricity, water, high-speed Wi-Fi, showers, toilets, a fuel station, waste collection, and 24/7 security with mooring boat service. Technical services include bottom washing and lift-and-launch operations for boats up to 60 tons.
The on-site Yacht Market Kalfa Marin handles repairs and maintenance, while the hotel's shopping center offers restaurants, cafes, bars, and ATMs. The marina is 3 kilometers from Cesme town center, with hospitals and pharmacies within the same distance, and attractions such as the 16th-century Cesme Castle, the Ancient City of Erythrae, and Ilica Hot Springs nearby.
How to get there
When approaching by sea, use the entrance lights (FI. G 3M / FI. R 3 M) and call VHF 73 "Setur Marina" or channel 16. The marina entrance is at 5 meters depth; the starboard side of the entrance is 4 meters, and depths decrease to 2 meters further in.
The quays on the hotel side are for small boats, and vessels moor stern-to. An alternative is to anchor in Ilica Bay, on the west side, half a mile south of Kalem Point. By land, the marina is 95 kilometers from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, 4 kilometers from Cesme Bus Terminal, and 2 kilometers from Ilica Bus Terminal, with a helipad also available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum depth and length at Setur Cesme Marina?
Setur Cesme Marina has a maximum depth of 5.5 meters and can accommodate boats up to 45 meters in length.
Does Setur Cesme Marina have fuel and technical services?
Yes, the marina has a fuel station, and technical services include bottom washing and lift-and-launch operations for boats up to 60 tons, with repair businesses like Firat Marin and Kalfa Marin on site.
What VHF channel should I use to contact Setur Cesme Marina?
Contact Setur Cesme Marina on VHF 73, using the call sign "Setur Marina", or on channel 16.
Is there an anchorage alternative near Setur Cesme Marina?
Yes, you can anchor in Ilica Bay, on the west side, half a mile south of Kalem Point.
What amenities are available at Setur Cesme Marina?
Amenities include electricity, water, Wi-Fi, showers, toilets, laundry, a fuel station, waste collection, and a restaurant, plus access to the Altinyunus Hotel's shopping center with stores, cafes, and bars.
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