Cirali Hestia Lodge Hotel

We meant to stay for two nights but ended up here for three, and it became one of our favourite places we’ve ever stayed. It’s a charming little hideaway, not extravagant, just full of character. We still miss it a bit 😅 The pool is idyllic, the service is excellent, and the staff were so friendly and attentive. Breakfast was included and really tasty. We ate dinner there twice too, and enjoyed both meals. Food and drinks are available all day, which I don’t think had been mentioned beforehand. Our room had a lovely small patio by the pool. Banana plants and shrubs gave it a nice bit of privacy. The bathroom was very good, with excellent water pressure. The location also worked out better than expected: a path not shown on Google got us to the beach in about seven minutes.

Our six-year-old son was the happiest boy in the world here. The hotel has everything you’d expect from a five-star resort, but without the crowds or noise of a large place. The heated pool and quiet, peaceful atmosphere made for a wonderful holiday. The rooms were beautifully decorated and spotless. You could see the care put into choosing things throughout the hotel, from the bed linens to the restaurant glasses. Everything exceeded my expectations, and I wholeheartedly recommend it.

The food was a big part of why we want to return. Lunch and dinner were delicious, and while the prices are like a café in the centre, the quality is much higher. Breakfast was great too and included in the price. The staff were responsive and sorted out our unusual requests quickly, whenever we needed help. They made us feel valued, while their attention never felt intrusive. This is one of the few places we’ve wanted to visit again, and we definitely will. Thank you!

The breakfast was generous, varied, and delicious, and the outdoor seawater pool was lovely. With the garden around it, the pool is also a perfect Instagram spot. We only stayed a couple of days on our first visit, but we’ll be back. The staff were warm and attentive, especially Mrs. Neslihan. She arranged paddle boards for our sunrise tour and came along early that morning. Watching the sunrise from paddle boards in Çıralı was unforgettable. I highly recommend giving it a try!