Balcova Thermal Spa Resort Hotel is set around 218 acres of green fields on the outskirts of Izmir and is situated to the west of this vibrant Aegean port city. It is the largest thermal treatment center in Turkey. The healing characteristics of geothermal waters have been used in the treatment of a variety of ailments since 2000 BC, the time of King Agamemnon. The heat of the water at the source is 62 degrees centigrade and has unusual mineral contents with healing qualities. The spa waters here have healing effects on: Myalgia -Urinary Stones -Rheumatic diseases -Orthopedic operations and healing of broken bones -Gynecological diseases. Balcova Thermal Hotel has 202 rooms including 2 suites and 15 Handicapped rooms. The rooms have telephone, radio, satellite T.V. air-conditioning, central heating, balcony and private bathroom. There is a patisserie, snack bar, cafeteria, two restaurants and a bar. The hotel also features and in house doctor, full room service, outdoor parking, power generator, health service, market, hair dresser, children’s playground, garden, laundry, safe box, health center, handicapped person assistance. Leisure and sports facilities include: Indoor and outdoor pool, children’s pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi, gym center, fitness center, tennis, table tennis, billiards, football, volleyball, basketball, jogging and bicycling.