Giresun is a Black Sea coastal city in northeastern Turkey, famous as the legendary homeland of the Amazons and the origin of the hazelnut known to the world as 'giresun fındığı'. Perched on a hillside above the sea, the city blends Byzantine and Ottoman history with lush green mountains and a thriving hazelnut-farming culture. The ancient Giresun Island — the only island on the entire Turkish Black Sea coast — lies just offshore and shelters the ruins of a Byzantine monastery.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Grand Başer Hotel
Features: Sea-view suites, restaurant, spa, fitness center, conference rooms, airport transfer; best-equipped hotel in Giresun city
Ordu Boztepe Hotel (60 km west in Ordu)
Features: Pool, spa, panoramic Black Sea views from Boztepe hilltop; consider as a luxury base for the wider region
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.