Sayindi Girift Boutique Otel

It's a new hotel and everything was clean. Breakfast was the standard Turkish kind. Getting there from Kalkan along the winding road was a little tricky, so be careful if you're not an experienced driver.

The narrow, unpaved stretch of road is about 200m, but the people and service make it worthwhile. Really good value for the price.

The terrace, jacuzzi, balcony, and view are all very spacious, and the pool, while not large, was enough for us and cleaned every day. The room was quite big, and one even has a crib. There are no slippers in the rooms; the ones downstairs need washing before you can wear them. The kitchen has all the equipment you need to cook comfortably, even a shaker, and two refrigerators, which is great. But some utensils were stained, so we washed them all. The road is dangerous, winding, rocky, and unpaved. Cleanliness was an issue with the pillowcases: we were told they had been washed, but they seemed sweat-resistant rather than detergent-resistant. We asked for replacements and didn't get any. Security was a serious concern. People came onto the top floor thinking it was a restaurant. When we went into the pool with the girls downstairs, we were shocked to find a security guard screwing the door shut. We didn't have a spare room key. We were told a locksmith would come make one, but nobody came, so we spent six days at the mercy of God. The garden gate doesn't lock, while the lower inner door closes by itself; side doors are a concern too. Wild boars are common at night, and you can't go out exploring. It's literally in the middle of nowhere. Anyone thinking of buying should take all of this into account.

The room was clean, modern, and we really liked it. The view was beautiful and romantic, and I'd suggest getting a balcony room if you can. My wife and I stayed six days. Ms. Gizem and Mr. Ömer are warm, cheerful people who made us feel at home and helped with information about places to visit and activities. The place is a bit uphill, but you get used to it after a few trips.