Parkim Ayaz Hotel

Food: The buffet offered various options, including fresh vegetables and fruit. As two vegetarians, we loved our options. Food was of good quality and available at any time of the day. We particularly loved the freshly baked Gözleme by the pool. One dining at the a la carte restaurants during the stay was included in the price, which was very nice. There is a quiet, calm, and beautiful cafe on the first floor of the main building, which is perfect for hiding away from the beach life for a short while and enjoying the quiet time with good coffee and baklava in an airconditioned cafe. Beach: The beach was nice and clean, with plenty of beds. We could easily find a bed at any time of the day close to the restaurant's bar, where we could get refreshments and cocktails. It was lovely to see that fresh water was put out for the stray dogs. In general, we admired how harmoniously locals live together with street animals (cats and dogs) in Turkiye. It is something other countries should learn. SPA area: We enjoyed the spa area, which had saunas and a Turkish bath free for all guests. We also booked a massage package, which was worth it. Room: Our room was spacious and had a beautiful sea and pool view. The air conditioner was working well, and the room was regularly cleaned. Staff: The staff was very kind and helpful. They were mostly young and enthusiastic about their jobs. You could see that they were doing everything they could to make your stay memorable. The gentleman in charge of exchanging towels is super nice and helpful. Location: Before our arrival, we had heard many negative things about Gumbet, but our experience was very positive. The old Bodrum city is only a short taxi ride away, and surrounding the hotel are many bars, restaurants, and clubs. We were there to celebrate a birthday, and we found everything we needed in the neighborhood.

From the valet parking at the start to them retiring the car at the end, it was brilliant. It really is on the beach. The restaurant is adjacent to the beach. You really couldn’t be any closer to the sea. The room was spotlessly clean. It also had a kettle and although the tea bags or water were not replenished, there were many opportunities to pick up both as you moved around the hotel. The aircon was free!!!! The towels and bed linen were more than adequate; clean and soft. The staff were attentive without being intrusive. When you sat down for a meal they were soon there to take a drink order. Yes…. even at this all inclusive hotel. If they noticed your empty cup or glass, they would offer to refill it. The food was great and although they rehashed food rather than waste it, if you didn’t like this there were plenty of options. Be sure too, to take advantage of the free a la carte restaurant meal during your stay. That was just brilliant. You pay for the drinks but they are very reasonably priced!!

The reception team was very helpful, as well as all the staff especially with children making sure they are happy, the facilities and amenities are good in relation to price, they had daily activities in cozzy bar which were a nice way to spend part of your night directly inside the hotel

Fantastic location straight on the beach, plenty of sun beds. The staff are friendly, helpful and professional. The entertainment team work very hard to provide varied entertainment and to get to know the guests personally. The food in the restaurant is very good with a very wide choice and the head chef constantly supervises the restaurant. The bar staff are excellent and make some nice cocktails, thank you Ali and Chem. The room had a nice sea view.

The breakfast was pretty much the same choice everyday but lunch and dinner was changed up and the food was great. Even the food inbetween meal times was delicious. Our room and balcony view was excellent and the hotel complex itself was kept clean to a high standard. The watersports available right on your doorstep were excellent. The restaurant staff in the hotel go above and beyond to get you seated, bring you drinks and make you feel comfortable. Vahap (I hope I spelt his name correctly) made it for us. He was brilliant. Mehmet was a bit of a joker and made us laugh everytime we saw him as well. So for me those two made our dining experience excellent. The others were also great but those two stood out.