Mediterranean Coast Turkey Travel Guide
Mainly for budget travelers, offering dorm beds plus simple private rooms. They foster a social atmosphere.
Smaller, often family-run, with basic yet comfortable rooms for an intimate local experience.
A favorite for families or longer stays, with kitchenettes or complete kitchens and separate common areas.
Numerous options with things like pools, on-site restaurants, and entertainment programs.
Large-scale, often all-inclusive properties with extensive facilities, spas, and multiple dining options.
Private apartments and villas widely accessible via platforms such as Booking.com, Vrbo, and Airbnb. Offer a home-an environment like for extended stays.
Campsites outside the main settlement, along the road towards Datçan or in calmer bays.
Less common within the holiday resort, but rural hamlets or the Bozburun Peninsula might offer family-family-owned guesthouses.
Each area of Marmaris is a distinct character.
All areas are usually safe. Standard precautions for crowded areas apply. Marmaris Center is near attractions, Long Beach is direct to the beach. Armutalan and Icmeler have good dolmuş connections.
Marmaris Center/Bar Street: High noise levels at night. Long Beach: Lively but less noisy. Armutalan/Icmeler: Generally less busy and more relaxed.
Booking accommodation wisely conserves money and secures preferred lodging.
Accommodation prices can double or triple between low season and peak summer months.
Low season (November-April) offers the most competitive rates.
High season (July-August) sees the highest prices due to demand.
Marmaris has alternatives to suit any budget and travel style.
Many resorts cater to families with children' clubs, multiple pools, waterslides, plus methodical entertainment.
Extra room and a kitchen for meal preparation, convenient with children.
For a communal atmosphere and meeting other travelers.
Offer a local experience or easy access to nightlife, tours, and transportation hubs.
More flexibility, privacy, and often better discounts for weekly or monthly stays.
Look for options in areas like Armutalan or Icmeler for a quieter environment.
Few properties hold deep historical significance as part of their structure.
Hostels, basic hotels, some pansiyons. Shared hostel rooms or basic private rooms, few amenities. Best for solo travelers, backpackers, and budget-conscious individuals.
Club Viva Hotel, Ideal Pearl Hotel, numerous apart-hotels. Private rooms, often with a pool, on-site restaurant. Good value. Best for two people, families looking for comfort.
D-Resort Grand Azur Marmaris, Elite World Marmaris, Casa De Maris Spa & Resort. Full-service resorts, more than one pool, spa facilities, fine dining, private beach access, extensive entertainment. Best for luxury travelers and honeymoons.
When traveling with family, look for resorts with complimentary kids' clubs. This allows parents some relaxation time while children remain engaged in supervised activities.
Solo travelers seeking to meet others find hostels a good choice for their social atmosphere.
For prolonged visits, self-catering apartments offer more space, privacy, and better rates for a slower travel pace.
