Soak up the sun in spring: the best hotel tips for the west coast of Turkey

The paradise for sun worshipers, culture lovers and sports enthusiasts stretches from Izmir in the north to Kas in the south. In between: many enchanting bays, offshore islands, green mountain landscapes and azure water in the sunshine – from April 9 hours a day and only three rainy days a month – glitters.

The highlights of Turkey’s Aegean coast also include the world-famous ancient sites of Troy, Ephesus – one of the seven wonders of the ancient world – and Pergamon with its well-preserved temple complexes. And the seaside town of Bodrum, reminiscent of the nearby Greek islands with its white limestone houses and blue windows.

Hotel tips for the west coast of Turkey

Holidays in Turkey are significantly cheaper than in Greece or Spain, for example, due to the currently weak lira. Added to this is a changed guest structure. Due to the war in Ukraine, significantly fewer holidaymakers from Russia, who made up a large proportion of international guests in the past, are expected. We present five hotels on the multifaceted coast that users of the online booking and rating portal HolidayCheck recommend as the best places to stay.

1) Five-star family hotel: Hotel Maxeria Blue Didyma

The facts alone of the “Maxeria Blue Didyma” are impressive: white new building from 2020. Aquapark with eight water slides as well as indoor and outdoor children’s pools. 350 rooms. One hour from Bodrum Airport and a recommendation rate of 97 percent among HolidayCheck users.

This 5-star hotel specializes in families and is nestled between the Aegean Sea and mountains. Sea and beach can be reached through an underpass. According to the experience of many enthusiastic hotel guests, however, the youngsters usually prefer the many wild water slides. Free activities and animation for all ages, ranging from mini-disco to children’s shows, football and darts tournaments, promise entertainment throughout the day and into the night (shows with professional dancers).

You can then relax in the five restaurants and a patisserie, in four bars and in the wellness area with a traditional hammam, sauna and steam bath.

Info: 7 nights in a double room all-inclusive with flight from 422 euros per person

2) Tropical feeling for those seeking tranquility: Tropical Beach Hotel

From Germany to the tropics in three to four hours? This is possible with a stay at the 4-star Hotel Tropical Beach in Marmaris. The six-story building with its 123 rooms has a pool in a jungle-like setting: the large outdoor pool is surrounded by tropical plants.

The beach hotel also differs from many all-inclusive neighbors in other respects: rest and relaxation are the focus here. This means: there are no animation programs and all guests must be older than 16 years. An ideal place for couples who want to enjoy togetherness and romance. Be it on the room balcony with a breathtaking view of the sea and the offshore islands, on the 70 meter long beach, where sun beds and umbrellas are available free of charge, or in the fitness room in the wellness area.

Info: 7 nights in a double room all-inclusive with flight from 369 euros per person

3) Castle view and best reviews: Hotel Voyage Bodrum

Luxury in an adult hotel: The 5-star hotel “Voyage Bodrum” enchants its guests (aged 16 and over) with an unobstructed view of Bodrum Castle, which is considered one of the most magnificent knight’s castles in Europe. Another plus point is the location directly on a private sandy beach, whose good water quality has been awarded the “Blue Flag” environmental seal of approval.

Snorkelers will discover many colorful fish in the sea here. Bodrum city center is very close by, around one kilometer away. Water taxis depart regularly from the hotel, taking guests to the White City in just 10 minutes. The 150 rooms and suites in the “Voyage Bodrum” are spread over a seven-story main building and a few flat outbuildings. Plenty of seating in cozy spots, a large roof terrace with a bar, an in-house patisserie, a main and an à la carte restaurant, a library, a fitness center, spa and the open-air disco are rated by HolidayCheck -Users praised. The recommendation rate is therefore an incredible 99 percent.

Info: 7 nights in a double room all-inclusive with flight from 717 euros per person

4) Luxury at Kusadasi: Hotel Charisma De Luxe

Even the old seafarers from Venice and Genoa felt comfortable in Kusadasi after Ephesus had lost its importance. At that time the commercial center was called Scala Nova. Today, Kusadasi is a popular seaside resort with a historic town center, marina, beach promenade and many bays. The 4-star hotel “Charisma De Luxe” is a 15-minute walk away.

The hotel with 218 rooms pampers its guests with its own beach, wellness area with fitness center, whirlpool, salt cave, Roman bath and hammam. Children are welcome and can let off steam with their parents at squash, table tennis, billiards, bowling, mini golf, volleyball or on the playground. Not far from the hotel you can go horseback riding, sailing and diving. Many HolidayCheck users praised the food concept. Most of the food and dishes are home-grown and of the highest organic quality.

Info: 7 nights in a double room from 337 euros per person

5) Sport and Style: Club Robinson Sarigerme Park

Attention water sports enthusiasts: The 4-star Robinson Club “Sarigerme Park” is located on one of the most beautiful and kilometer-long sandy beaches on the west coast – roughly halfway between Marmaris and Fethiye. But not only the water sports club is well equipped. Tennis players will also find paradisiacal conditions on eight sand courts. In addition, guests can play archery, soccer, beach volleyball, table tennis and boggia or get limber with aerial athletics, yoga, Pilates, stretch & relax or yoga.

269 ​​rooms in nine different categories are spread over a park-like complex with lots of greenery. In 2021 all rooms in the main building were completely renovated. It goes without saying that the daybeds, hammocks between palm trees or the well-fit concept in the Bali house are stylish. The herb garden is also worth seeing.

Adults appreciate the various daily activities and the upscale evening entertainment in the club. Children the program in the Roby Club, which is designed by professional childcare workers. Food is served in four different restaurants, including the popular beach barbecue. In the four bars, even single travelers can quickly make friends and make contacts. In short: 98 percent recommendation rate at HolidayCheck.

Info: 7 nights in a double room all-inclusive with flight from 1086 euros per person