Korumar Ephesus Beach & Spa Resort, All Inclusive

The entertainment team made our stay at Korumar Ephesus Beach & Spa Resort especially memorable. Aynur, Onur, Ozzy and Oscar were full of energy, kind, and great with both children and adults. The daytime activities and evening shows gave us so many lovely memories. Everyone we met was hardworking, cheerful, and quick to help, and we always felt welcome. Meals were a highlight, with plenty of variety each day, including Turkish dishes, grilled food, salads, desserts, and choices for kids. The kitchen and restaurant teams kept things clean and organized, and it was clear they put care into the food. The entire hotel was spotless, from the rooms and restaurants to the pool and common areas. Housekeeping kept our room fresh and comfortable every day. We had a beautiful family holiday here and would happily come back. The hotel was clean, relaxing, and family-friendly, with fantastic staff and entertainment.

We had plenty of good food as a vegetarian family, and there were enough choices on the daily menu. The chef was happy to handle requests. Arjuna at the bar was very friendly, and the cocktails were really good, not watery. The patisserie had a nice range of sweet and savory treats, plus ice cream that the kids loved. The resort had good facilities, though some weren't fully open when we arrived for the start of the season over Easter. More things came into operation while we were there. Our room and the shared spaces were clean, and the minibar was restocked with drinks each day. Ozzy and the team put on friendly, professional entertainment during the day and evening. We also enjoyed the sports bar's table tennis and darts, and the games room had a few board games. The weather wasn't great, so the heated indoor pool, steam room, and sauna came in handy. We didn't get much use out of the outdoor football pitch, basketball court, or tennis courts, but they were in good condition.

The buffet and snack bar gave us and our children plenty to eat, and we enjoyed the range of food. Much of it was meat or heavily buttered, though, so picky eaters might have a harder time. Some food labels didn't match what was served, and I would've liked more fresh fruit such as melons or berries. We made good use of the beach and indoor spa pool because the outdoor pool and splash pad were far too cold for us at the end of April. There were plenty of loungers, so no need to worry about people reserving them all. Our family of four stayed five nights at KoruMar Ephesus. The staff made us feel very welcome with our four-year-old and eight-month-old, and our family room was quiet and suited our needs. It was clean and serviced daily. The room had only a shower, no bath, and its temperature could suddenly swing from cold to scalding. The shower floor was very slippery, so I put down hand towels to help prevent the kids from falling. The hotel is quite isolated, so you're mostly limited to what's on site. The shops were useful but fairly expensive for basics like wipes and baby change creams. If staying longer, I'd want to explore and take excursions to avoid getting bored. Not many places are within walking distance, so expect to use taxis. Even with the things we'd have liked to see improved, we had a great time and would return. It's a lovely, family-friendly hotel with attentive, friendly staff.

Our room was in a separate building, reached by walking past two small outdoor pools that would be lovely in summer. It was bright, clean, and comfortable, with a balcony where we could sit and have tea. The beach was about a 10-minute walk away, with beautiful views on the way. On arrival, the welcoming front desk offered us a drink, and the spacious lobby made a comfortable first impression. The large resort has shops, a game room, table tennis, billiards, a spa, and pools. We also had a great massage or Turkish bath experience. Just remember those services close at 7:00 PM.