Kalemci Hotel 3 * (Turkey / Marmaris) - photos, prices and hotel reviews

Marmaris is one of the most popular holiday centers in Turkey. A beautiful city not far from Bodrum, located in a tranquil bay on the border of the Mediterranean and Aegean seas, attracts many tourists, so the hotel chain is well developed here.

When choosing a hotel, it is always useful to get acquainted with detailed information and with the reviews of other travelers. This article provides information about Kalemci Hotel (Kalemchi).

Marmaris

The air of Marmaris is filled with aromas of pines and cypresses growing on the slopes of nearby mountains, eucalyptus and warm sea. Kalemci Hotel is located at the beach between the turquoise sea and the green hills of the majestic mountains.

The city in a picturesque bay overlooking the three islands was built here six hundred years before our era, and was then called Fiskos.

Now in its place is modern Marmaris with colorful bazaars, eucalyptus gardens, orange groves, green palms, countless cafes, restaurants and entertainment centers.

Nearby is the international airport (Dalaman), it is also possible to travel to Greece by ferry to the island of Rhodes and buses that depart daily to other cities in Turkey.

The harbor of Marmaris is the largest in the Aegean Sea, about 1,000 ships can enter here. Therefore it is not surprising that here is the center of sailing of Turkey and the yachtsmen from all over the world gather.

Most of the peninsula is a reserve, and the unique nature of Marmaris is protected by the state (many travelers are surprised to see numbered date palms). In the protected bay, the summer residence of the head of the Turkish Republic was built.

Climate and beaches

In this region there is always good weather - hot summer (+ 35-38 ^о С in July) and a damp warm winter (+10 ^о С in January). Spring and autumn are a wonderful time when the air temperature is +25 ^о С, and the sea warms up to +20 ^о С in May and +28 ^о С in September.

Tourists vacationing in the Kalemci Hotel, note the unique microclimate of Marmaris, which is closed by mountains from the winds, is not very high humidity (35%) and healing air filled with essential oils of pine, eucalyptus and cypress trees.

Due to the closed bay on the sea there are no high waves, on the beaches there is a smooth entrance to the water without breakages and sharp stones.

On the coast there are many perfectly equipped beaches from a variety of hotels. You can swim on any of them if you pay for the entrance or buy a drink in a bar nearby (3-10 lira). It should be borne in mind that on most beaches there is no shower.

Near the hotel Kalemci Hotel 3 * is a town pebbly and sandy beach (150 m), equipped with toilets and cabanas. Umbrellas and deckchairs are paid. The hotel does not have its own beach.

The municipal beach is not very clean, many tourists go to the beaches of Icmeler (7 km from Marmaris), to the north of the Jennet peninsula, as well as to the Kumlubuk and Turunc islands.

A long beautiful promenade and a large beach are in Uzunali area (on the road between Marmaris and Icmeler).

In the Bay of Bonjouk, tourists have the opportunity not only to swim, sunbathe, but also to watch sharks.

Another famous beach is in the village of Orhaniye - it is famous for its underwater braid, which stretches for 600 meters (that is, you can just walk on the water when the depth reaches the ankle).

The best beach is Cleopatra on the island of Sedir (a unique sand, brought for the ancient queen from Egypt).

Interesting places

In Marmaris and the surrounding area there are many attractions:

• Fortress (XIV century, two museums).
• Old city (caravanserai of the 16th century).
• The island of Cleopatra (with specially imported white sand in ancient times).
• Ruins of the ancient Greek city of Laokidia-Hierapolis (the terms of Cleopatra, the theater, the temple of Apollo).
• Ruins of the ancient Roman city of Ephesus (the place of repose of John the Theologian and the Virgin Mary).
• Water parks Aqua Dream and Atlantis.
• Entertainment complex "Netsel Marina" (shops, restaurants, cinema).
• "Street bars" in Marmaris (nightclubs, restaurants, discos).
• Pamukalle (several hours from Marmaris) - hot mineral springs, surrounded by snow-white limestone hills of a bizarre shape.
• Turtle island of Dalyan (near Pamukkale).

Famous cruises on yachts along the Aegean Sea ("Azure Journeys") begin precisely in Marmaris, and in May the best sailors come to the International Sailing Regatta here.

Tourists staying at the Kalemci Hotel can enjoy all the entertainment that is available in Marmaris.

Hotel

Kalemci Hotel 3 * is located 90 km from Dalaman Airport and 1.5 km from the center of Marmaris.

The hotel was built in 1990 and includes 92 standard rooms (16 sq. M., For 203 people) and 8 family rooms (30 sq. M., For 4 people). The staff speaks English and German, there is also one Russian-speaking administrator. Accept Visa and Master Card.

The hotel has elevators, there are 2 restaurants (main and a la carte), 3 bars, an outdoor swimming pool (350 m), a children's pool (5 m), a paid safe at the reception, a games room, fitness center, TV room , A sauna, tables for tennis and billiards.

After the reconstruction, the hotel increased its star rating. Now it is called Kalemci Hotel 4 *. The photo below allows you to view the general view of the building.

Laundry, a massage therapist, a qualified doctor are provided.

Rooms

In rooms Kalemci Hotel (Marmaris) has a balcony, a small refrigerator, TV (2 Russian channels are stated, but some tourists note that there are none), telephone and air conditioning (split). There are ceramic tiles on the floor.

An extra bed is available on request.

Internet paid ($ 5 per day) and is available only in the lobby. The safe will cost $ 25 for 7 days.

All rooms have a bathroom with a bath, shower and hairdryer.

The Kalemci Hotel 4 * (standard) rooms have been renovated, all appliances are working, although in the evenings one has to wait for hot water to flow.

Food

The hotel organizes HB (half board), that is, a buffet for breakfast and dinner, and you can dine at an additional cost in the restaurants and bars of the hotel.

The HB standard menu:

• Salads (mostly tomatoes with cucumbers, sliced in different ways).
• Meat (often chicken, sometimes beef with sauce).
• French fries and boiled rice.
• Fruits (watermelons, apples, oranges, plums, cherries and peaches).

Many cafes and taverns of Marmaris serve seafood and a variety of Turkish dishes.

It is worth trying such products of culinary art as kyufta (meat soup), kebab, dolma (stuffed cabbage leaves), stuffed eggplants and famous Turkish sweets.

Leisure

The night life of the seaside city is very active. In various discos and clubs, especially at Bar Street, parties, contests and shows are held (including the famous belly dance).

Resting in Marmaris, you can go on safari on quad bikes or jeeps, swim in a boat on mountain rivers or by sea on yachts and water motorcycles, go on excursions to ancient cities and take advantage of other entertainment that Turkey is famous for. Hotels (Kalemci Hotel as well) provide animation services. But in the hotel "Kalemchi" it consists in conducting water aerobics in the mornings and water polo after lunch.

Basically, the work of local animators is to take hotel guests to discotheques in city restaurants, and then bring back (the transfer is free). Children's entertainment is not organized at the hotel.

The most popular excursions are a trip to Pamukkale ($ 60 per person) and to the island of Cleopatra. During the sea excursions tourists visit the magnificent bays with crystal clear sea water, the color of which has nine shades.

In the evening you can look at the "singing" fountains in the center of the city or stroll along the beautiful promenade, where live music plays in the cafe.

Reviews

Many tourists share their impressions of living in Kalemci Hotel. Reviews are different - both positive and negative. In many respects, the evaluation depends on the mood and character of people, but there are also objective observations.

It should be noted that the hotel is not designed for rest with kids - there is no children's animation, babysitting or entertainment club is not provided.

The hotel is also not a quiet haven for older tourists. The main guests are young people who actively entertain themselves in bars.

Positive reviews

Among the positive impressions can be identified as follows:

• The rooms Kalemci Hotel (Marmaris) renovated, all furniture and plumbing in good condition.
• A large and clean pool, around a lot of sun loungers.
• The inhabitants of the city have a good attitude towards Russians.
• Close to the beach and the city center.
• Nearby there are good supermarkets, shops and cafes.
• Polite staff.
• Many Russian vacationers - you can always find a fun company
• Near the hotel there is a stop of the city bus, where you can quickly get to the center.
• Large selection of diverse and beautiful beaches.
• Delicious food, lots of vegetables and fruits.

Negative feedback

There are also negative responses about accommodation in Kalemci Hotel 4 * (Marmaris). Reviews about hotel defects:

• Air conditioners work only in the rooms, in the rest of the hotel (restaurant, reception, corridors, etc.) is very stuffy, and there's simply no way to breathe.
• The elevator is also without air conditioning and moves very slowly, so many walk on stairs).
• The rooms are cleaned only if left on the bed tip (3 lira).
• Some tourists note a bad attitude towards Russians (the staff allegedly do not understand when our compatriots try to speak in English).
• Despite the fact that the hotel advertises a gym, in reality it does not.
• On a free municipal beach dirty sea.

Tips for tourists

Going on holiday in Marmaris and planning to stay at the hotel "Kalemchi", read the recommendations of experienced tourists:

• It is not necessary to exchange dollars (euros). Lira will be needed for travel by bus or taxi, and any goods can be bought at local stores for dollars.
• At all bazaars and shops, you have to bargain, and from the very beginning to reduce the declared price three times.
• In the hotel "Kalemchi" it is better to take a room on the lower floors, because because of the slow and stuffy elevator you have to run several times a day on the stairs.
• When choosing apartments, you can only follow the floor on which they are located, because they are all the same.
• It is worthwhile to take with it an English-Russian dictionary (you can download to the phone), because the staff basically does not speak Russian.
• Bring a USB flash drive with books, movies and games, as the Internet is only in the lobby, and access costs five dollars a day.
• Take bath towels with you, because they can not be taken out of rooms, but they are not given out by the pool.
• By buses-dolmushi (white shuttle buses) in a few minutes and 2,5 lira from a person it is possible to get to Icmeler (another tourist village nearby) - there is a very clean sea, and even tiny fish float, and the beaches are not so crowded (although Umbrellas and beds are also paid).
• In Icmeler there is a special beach with free sunbeds for the guests of the hotel "Kalemchi". We need to get off at the Nirvana Beach stop, go down the stairs and go left to the end.
• In Marmaris, there are no own factories for the manufacture of leather, so there is not much choice of leather products, and the prices for them are more expensive than in other cities of Turkey.
• From local products, tourists celebrate excellent honey plaice. It has an original pine aroma and fine taste.
• You should always use sunscreen, especially during trips and excursions.
• The best gyms are usually in five-star hotels. Many tourists like to go in for sports in the hall of the hotel "Elegance" (40 lire per person for 1 visit).

Conclusion

Kalemci Hotel is suitable for budget holidays and is designed for active middle-aged people and young people. For those who prefer quiet and peaceful rest, the neighboring village of Icmeler is more suitable.