In the historical area, at the foot of the mountains, is one of the favorite places for Russians to relax. This is Kemer, where thousands of our compatriots come annually. The resort, located on the Mediterranean, is famous not only for its wonderful beaches, but also for the variety of landscapes. Around the numerous hotels of this small Turkish town there are many mountain ranges covered with pine forests. The coast of this resort is indented with quiet and cozy bays.
The slopes of the mountains approach the very sea. The air smells of pine and orange aromas, and sandy or pebble beaches washed by clean and clear warm water are crowded all year round.
Rest in Kemer
There are many hotels in the city. The branches of a number of world-famous hotel chains have been built here. Cafes and clubs, restaurants and shops - all this is in abundance, for vacationers with any wallet content.
“The Swiss Corner in Antalya,” is what Kemer is rightly called. Holidays here are truly magnificent. The successful combination of modern hotels, bars and discos with many ancient historical monuments, the traditional aroma of coffee, felt in quiet streets, numerous small shops and large supermarkets, a promenade, all this makes this resort town a favorite place for spending a vacation.
The comfortable beaches of Kemer, the amazingly clear sea, excellent dishes in fishing taverns made from freshly caught fish or seafood - all this is noted in their reviews by the Russians.
sights
The resort is located in a historic place called Lycia. Nearby are the ruins of Olympos - an ancient city founded in the third century BC. Here once pirates hid. There are a lot of baths in Kemer. Water in them has anti-aging properties. For example,
Cleopatra's bath cures rickets and rheumatism, nervous and skin diseases.
Not far from the resort is the famous Manavgat Falls, in which, according to legend, in ancient times women bathed in order to wash away their sins. Kemer is considered a great place for those who love fishing or sailing.
Where to stay
This Turkish resort is considered one of the most popular among Russian tourists. His hotel fund is quite rich and diverse. Visitors can stay in very cheap “kopecks” or “three rubles”, and in good apartments of the “luxury” category.
Many resort hotels have green, covered with pine and palm trees, they are surrounded by beautiful mountain landscapes and evergreen forests. In the city itself, especially in its center, the area of ​​hotels is mainly not very large. Beaches are also different.
Kemer hotels are great for children. Almost all have swimming pools and water slides, convenient playgrounds. A good option for relaxing in economy class is Murat Hotel 3 * (Kemer Center), which, judging by the reviews, is fully consistent with the ratio of price and quality.
Prices
Murat Hotel 3 * (Kemer) is not yet very familiar to Russian tourists. However, those who visited it note that the price of accommodation is fully consistent with the level that the administration has announced. It is great for a budget holiday, as it is in the cheap price segment.
For example, Russians pay for a double room in the highest season with departure from Moscow and meals according to the “full board” concept, as well as transfer and insurance for about forty thousand rubles. Prices vary depending on the occupancy of the hotel, as well as the availability of charter flights. If you book a tour in advance, you can save a lot. In addition, many Russians, judging by the reviews, bought “last-minute” tickets, which were forty percent cheaper.
general information
Built at the end of the last century, this hotel has been overhauled several times. The last complete renovation in it was carried out two years ago. Murat Hotel 3 * is positioned as a family. It is equally comfortable for both adults and children.
It is located in the center of Kemer, a few minutes walk from the sea, across the promenade. In their reviews, tourists call it a calm and comfortable hotel. The owner treats his guests, especially the Russians, with real oriental hospitality, which is only enhanced by the fact that his wife is our compatriot.
The hotel consists of one three-story building. It is considered small, since there are only forty rooms in its room stock. Nevertheless, this is rather not a minus, but a plus, since there is a real homely atmosphere here, despite the fact that the building itself is located in the center of a noisy resort.
The hotel is fifty kilometers from the airport. The transfer is carried out in a comfortable minibus, so the children carry it quite calmly.
Territory
Since the three-star Murat Hotel is located in the most vibrant area of ​​Kemer, where every meter of land is worth its weight in gold, its area is small. However, it is fully equipped - planted with trees and flower bushes, divided into lawns, between which paths are laid.
Every corner of the territory is thought out and used very rationally. The hotel has a small guarded parking lot, which must be reserved when booking.
Infrastructure
Murat Hotel (Kemer) 3 * offers the following services: a doctor’s office and laundry are provided on the ground floor of a three-story building. There is also a coffee machine and an ATM. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Here, upon check-in, each client is provided with a printout of the restaurant's opening hours. There is also a fax machine and a left-luggage office. In all public areas, including the pool, there is the possibility of free Internet connection.
You can also rent a car at the registration desk or book excursions. Those who did not arrange a transfer can use this service. In addition, on the ground floor there is a corner with computers.
Rules of residence
Murat Hotel 3 *, like all other hotels, has its own standards established by the administration. Upon arrival, the checkout time of which is set in the rules, a visitor must provide a passport. Upon departure, vacationers must vacate their rooms until noon. At the same time, upon delivery of the keys, the final payment is made: tourists need to pay for all those additional services that were provided to them and which were not included in the price.
For the convenience of customers, the hotel operates not only a cash payment system, but also non-cash - with plastic cards. However, in order to avoid misunderstandings, options need to be discussed in advance with the administration.
Housing stock
Murat Hotel consists of one three-story building. It has forty standard rooms that are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay. The furniture was installed new, judging by the reviews of our compatriots, the mattresses on the beds, which are very important for many, are new and comfortable. There is a TV, wardrobe, bedside tables, a large mirror. On the floor - ceramic non-slip tiles.
Upon arrival, the room always has a bunch of flowers, and in the minibar - a free bottle of water. The rest of the time for the use of drinks you need to pay extra.
There are showers in the bathrooms. The plumbing is new, it works great, and if there are any problems, the staff will fix them very quickly.
Judging by the reviews, the rooms are always clean. Maids clean them in good faith, without waiting for a tip. What is especially popular with many tourists, rooms are cleaned when there are no residents. Bathrooms include daily towels and hygiene products.
If necessary, residents on request can be provided with an extra bed - a folding bed - for a child, as well as an iron and other ironing facilities. The rooms have round furnished balconies with panoramic views of the promenade.
Nutrition
Murat Hotel (Turkey) offers its customers the concept of "full board". Schedule of visits to the restaurant, which serves buffet, vacationers are provided on the day of arrival. If desired, customers can order a special menu for children. The menu has a lot of vegetables and fruits, there are delicious pastries.
Those who want to try more sophisticated dishes can visit restaurants located outside the hotel, as well as taverns where, in front of customers, they prepare fish kebabs or delicious fresh seafood dishes.
The concept of “full board” involves free drinks from local producers, which can be obtained not only during lunch or dinner, but also at any time in the pool bar. You must pay extra for imported alcohol.
For children
The Murat Hotel (Kemer) offers its little guests a pleasant time in the children's section of the pool, where, under the supervision of parents or specially trained staff, the children frolic for hours. For kids there is also a playground with slides and swings. Upon request, the restaurant can receive not only dishes from the diet menu, but also a high stool for feeding.
Beach
Murat Hotel 3 * is located directly in the center of Kemer. From it to the seashore is only five hundred meters, which vacationers gladly walk along the shade of streets in just a few minutes. There is a free shuttle to the beach five times a day.
Sun loungers and umbrellas are available for a fee. The entrance to the sea is pebble, therefore, at the registration desk, residents are warned in advance about the need to purchase special rubber slippers, especially for children. Those who have not brought bathing shoes with them can purchase them at one of the nearby shops or large supermarkets.
Additional Information
Since Murat Hotel is more positioned as a family, they make sure that the territory is not noisy, so that children feel comfortable and safe. The hotel is guarded.
For adults, there is a tennis table and billiards. There is a very comfortable pool, around which there are sun loungers and umbrellas. Those who do not want to swim in the sea are happy to spend time on site. Animation is not provided. But lovers of noisy relaxation can visit the nightclubs located nearby.
The city bustle that prevails outside the hotel fence does not penetrate the territory, which is good for children whose sleep is very important for parents. And one more plus: the administration of Murat Hotel 3 * does not allow smoking on site.
Reviews
Which hotel to choose and where to stay, what services specific hotels offer - potential vacationers will learn all this from the notes shared by those who have already visited them. Murat Hotel 3 *, reviews about which people leave mostly positive, is considered one of the best in this price segment. This economy hotel offers excellent food, comfortable rooms, good infrastructure for its “three stars,” but the main thing that vacationers say a lot is the atmosphere of goodwill and comfort.
A small number of rooms and a compact area have made residents feel at home. Many tell how the staff of Murat Hotel 3 * treated them warmly. The hotel celebrates birthdays together and helps in case of problems.
The only drawback that is noted in some reviews, the Russians consider the scarcity of the menu, more specifically - a small number of meat dishes.