Beachfront retreat on Turkey’s Aegean coast
If you’re leaning towards Turkey’s Aegean coast for your next getaway, you’d struggle to pick a more idyllic place to stay than this beachfront resort in Icmeler – a scenic, laid-back town where pine forests and mountains meet the sea.
You’ll have the choice between sunbathing on a Blue Flag beach in a secluded bay and two large, lagoon-style outdoor pools surrounded by palm trees, sun loungers and parasols. There’s a separate, smaller pool for children as well, along with a heated indoor pool. When you’re in the mood for some pampering, why not take the opportunity to experience a traditional Turkish hammam at the spa?
There’s lots of scope for sports activities, too, whether you fancy a game of water polo, beach volleyball or table tennis, while children will have a fantastic time at the Marti Mini Club. If you’re keen to get out and about to discover some of the nearby nature, there are many fantastic hiking and cycling trails in the region. Come nightfall, expect all kinds of entertainment, ranging from live music performances to dance shows to beach parties and karaoke nights.
Tuck into a diverse array of cuisines on the sea view terrace at the buffet restaurant, or opt for traditional dishes at the Anatolian dining spot. Drinks and snacks are easy to come by at several bars dotted throughout the resort, and there’s also a patisserie where you can enjoy some downtime over a cup of tea or coffee and a slice of freshly baked cake.
The spacious, comfortable rooms which combine elements of Turkish style with a fresh, modern aesthetic, with balconies or terraces offering views of the sea, the mountains or the hotel’s private gardens.
Facilities
Food & Drink
- 1 international buffet restaurant
- 2 à la carte restaurants (Mexican and Anatolian cuisine)*
- 1 brasserie (Turkish & Asian cuisine, open in the winter season only)
- 1 patisserie
- 1 Grab & Go (serves cakes, sandwiches & hot drinks)
- 1 poolside snack bar
- 3 bars
- 1 executive lounge
*Please note: the Mexican restaurant is not included in the all-inclusive service
Entertainment
- Children's pool
- Indoor pool
- Kids club
- Outdoor pool
Family facilities
- Children's pool
- Kids' club (4-12yrs, 10am-10.30pm)
- Mini disco
- Babysitting service (additional charge)
Sports & Health
- Billiards
- Bocce
- Darts
- Fitness
- Pilates
- Table tennis
- Yoga
- Hot tub
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa centre
- Spa treatments
- Steam bath
- Turkish bath (hamam)
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Find out more about Icmeler
Fringing the south end of Marmaris Bay, Icmeler looks out to the deep blue Mediterranean, while the Aegean lies behind dramatic mountains that loom over the town. It’s an extraordinarily beautiful setting. On Icmeler holidays, the bright lights of Marmaris and the mountainous Datca Peninsula are also within easy reach and are ripe for exploration.
Icmeler’s pretty beach is surrounded by pine forests, which are criss-crossed by walking trails that ascend up steep slopes. Here you can enjoy sweeping views across the water and glimpse the adjoining Datca and Bozburun peninsulas. Roughly dividing the Mediterranean from the Aegean, these stretches of land are wonderful places where holidaymakers will find secluded beaches, wild coves and fishing villages with bougainvillea-draped lanes. In the other direction is Marmaris – a major resort that’s full of busy beaches and bars.
A destination with high-drama scenery and plenty to see and do, holidays to Icmeler in Turkey never disappoint.