Apelles Butik Otel

This little family-run place is pet and family-friendly, with a relaxed, cosy feel. It's my second visit, and it was just as lovely as the first. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the sea view and sound of the waves when you wake up were a real highlight. Breakfast is a simple, fresh, tasty traditional Turkish spread. We also ate dinner there a few times, and the seafood was delicious. The fish was among the best-seasoned I've had. The welcome was warm from the moment we arrived, and the staff made it feel like home. The owner provided immaculate service and was so lovely. I'd definitely return. Special thanks to Hayriye hanım (hotel owner) and Aylin (hotel staff).

There's a small bazaar about a 10-minute walk away, and it stays open late. The hotel is in a quiet area by the beach, popular with local people and Turkish tourists. Food was very tasty and the service was helpful and good. The hotel was clean, and the bed was really comfortable. The room's internet connection was poor, though the reception and restaurant had good access. Those areas don't have air conditioning. There aren't any shops close by, either; the nearest supermarket is about a 15-minute walk away. A calm beachfront stay with a few minor inconveniences.

The beach nearby was lovely, with plenty of sunbeds, and we found the stay excellent value for money. The owner's hospitality and the staff made our weekend getaway enjoyable. Mrs. Hayriye was especially attentive, and you can tell the hotel is managed with care. The rooms and the rest of the hotel were clean. Ours was in a converted villa and had no balcony or small refrigerator, both of which would have been useful. After the beach, there wasn't a proper place to hang our wet clothes. The small plastic hanger provided wasn't practical. Breakfast could also be delayed when everyone came down at once, though Kazım's cheerful attitude and enthusiasm helped. The à la carte restaurant is open all the time and serves fresh, delicious food. Menu prices are the same for hotel guests and outside visitors, which is worth knowing. One disappointment was the price. Even though it was the end of the season, the hotel's rates were higher than those on global booking platforms. I contacted the hotel and offered flexibility on payment, but still paid about 1,000 more than I would have through a global service. I was a little disappointed, but we're happy to support small local businesses and will keep doing so.

The room advertised as having a “sea view” actually faced the restaurant terrace, with no view of the sea. The upper sheet, which I’d call a blanket even though there wasn’t a real blanket, had oily spots (I attached a picture). It was warm enough that we slept without one. At night we could hear people socializing in the restaurant late into the evening. It was loud for me, though I'm more sensitive to sound than most people. Wi-Fi only reached about half the room. Still, I give the hotel 5 points. It's cozy, stylish, and clean, with a wonderful appearance inside and out. The terrace has an incredible sunset view, and the hotel is right by the sea. The hostesses were very friendly, though they only speak Turkish. We managed to communicate using a phone translator. There aren't many tourists around, just locals, and we liked that there weren't many people. Parking was easy, and they packed us takeaway breakfast when we checked out early.