Hotel Villa Mahal

Extensive grounds with accommodation dotted around within hillside olive groves. Wonderful location with terrific views across the bay. Boat shuttle into town was excellent but stopped at 6pm. However, taxi fare from town to hotel was inexpensive. Great breakfasts. We were in the Pool Room which was very private and had the largest private infinity pool I’ve seen. The delightful owner, Ms Ipek, was around at breakfast most mornings to keep an eye on things and to check guests were enjoying their stay.

We were there at the end of the season and that was evident as there were a few small signs that some maintenance was overdue after what was, obviously, a busy season. Cocktails disappointing for a hotel of this standard and food good but relatively expensive which meant we tended to have drinks and eat in town.

The served breakfast was very good. No problems there.

The hotel promises a lot but somehow didn't quite live up to expectation. Whilst the staff were excellent, it was obvious that the hotel was understaffed and those staff members present were under a great deal of pressure. There also seemed to be a shortage of full size beach towels for use on sunbeds. This should not be an issue for a hotel of this standard. When we contacted the owner to confront her with this and other issues, she was somewhat indifferent.

beautiful location.

hotel is very tired and needs a serious update. very scruffy in places. staff were friendly but not well trained. no way it is a five star hotel any more. Friends of ours who own a property in Kalkan say that it is nothing like it was a few years ago.

The location was beautiful, peaceful and quite.

When we asked for a taxi for a 25min journey to patara beach the hostess at reception overcharged us for our taxi and tried to get £60 out of us. Not good service considering how much the hotel is, you would expect the hostess to claims best prices for everything rather than fobbing us off. Apart from that is was a beautiful hotel, however due to inflation, Kalkan was very expensive to eat and drink out so make sure you take a lot with you as it was more expensive than the UK.

The amazing views from everywhere. Having separate sunbathing decks per couple. The menu has been updated and extended this year and all the food was excellent. It’s a little oasis, very special, not too big allowing you to kick back and relax easily.

Service could be a bit haphazard at times, but all staff are very welcoming and friendly and when you stay there it seems to fit with the laid back ambience.

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