Espark Otel Buca

The pool was clean and lovely, and the green forest trees in front of it gave it a special feel. Breakfast was a tasty buffet with enough choice. Our room was clean and a decent size, with what we needed, though the TV didn't work and the fridge wasn't cooling well. Getting around was difficult without a car, so having your own vehicle would help.

The beds were hard and uncomfortable, like straw mattresses from the 14th century, and the itchy sheets felt full of scabies germs. The only pleasant part was the nature and the trees all around. It's a ridiculous place way up in the mountains.

The pool sits right in the middle of the room, with no safety measures, and I was surprised nobody fell in, child or adult. The small parking area was by the ceremony entrance, though I didn't check the parking lot myself since I don't have a car. We went for a wedding. The service staff worked hard, but there were some amateur moments, including hands and fingers touching plates while they carried them. The cutlery and glasses weren't very clean. Food service and presentation were ordinary, and the orchestra struggled to get the crowd going. Their repertoire felt limited to street engagement parties and henna nights. If the rental price isn't too high, it could be worth considering, but keep expectations modest.

The sink door in our room wouldn't shut properly, and the shower leaked. We had a lot of trouble, and even though we were the ones affected, nobody apologized. They laughed to our faces and talked about us behind our backs, while going out of their way despite it being their fault. I don't recommend it. Go if you want to waste your money. 🤷🏻‍♀️