Hotels in Black Sea Region, Turkey

The Black Sea Region lines Turkey's northern coast, with a mild, rainy climate that keeps the mountains lush year-round-summer highs average 75°F (24°C) and winter lows around 40°F (4°C). It's famous for endless tea plantations and highland pastures, where you can hike to Sumela Monastery built into a cliff face or visit the turquoise lake of Uzungöl. In summer, explore alpine yaylas like Ayder for rafting; in winter, ski at Kartalkaya and feast on the region's famous anchovy dishes.