In recent years, Turkey has made a considerable effort to develop its hotel facilities. A certain number of hotels throughout the country are registered with the Ministry of Tourism as offering satisfactory facilities. They abide by certain regulations and standards of facilities, and are given the name 'Touristic'. There are other establishments registered with local authorities, and these, too, correspond to a certain standard as regards facilities and services. It is compulsory for establishments to have a book in which guests can register remarks, suggestions and complaints.
Classification is based on the standard of service and facilities.
Villas and apartments can be rented. Holders of ISTC cards, International Youth Hostel Federation cards and those registered as 'student' or 'teacher' on their passports can benefit from the youth holiday opportunities available in Turkey. Some Turkish organisations, such as Turkish Airlines , recognise the ISTC card and accordingly grant reductions to holders.