The Diplomat Hotel

The location sells this hotel with its spectacular views of the bay, private beach area with sunbeds and parasols for guests included. Much thought has been invested into the walk by sea front area with its tasteful furnishings, foliage and background playlist of piano jazz tinkling away. Open breakfast was plentiful ( when available) with daily egg options being offered and cooked to order. I had an omelette most days - made to perfection. The hotel exterior of the hotel exudes 4 star feel and quality which understandably entices passers by to soak up the chilled ambiance and gradure. I enjoyed reading about the family history and how the hotel acquired its name. My bed had a firm mattress which was very comfy (appreciate this is down to personal choice) but suited me. Great hairdryer along with powerful shower and good working air-conditioning. I felt very safe there was a solo traveller.

Rooms could be better. Mine was small and basic (but immaculately clean to be fair). Decor very dated and didn't reflect the exterior feel in any way. Curtains were were held up on a piece of string which had seen better days. Bathroom was very dated (but workable) with poor quality toiletries. I don't recall seeing any hotel/area information in the room which would be helpful to new guests visiting the area. Balcony was tiny, but as a solo traveller it was fine and served well each day to admire that incredible view. I did ask to view other rooms while I was there which they kindly did - these were bigger but also dated and tired looking. Staff seemed extremely tired and not overly welcoming at times. Possibly refected in the language barrier and nearing the end of season? Perfectly understandable as they work very hard long hours in extensive heat. Most staff however, were very friendly and incredibly polite all the time and as already said, I felt very safe here. I couldn't find the pool area and was shown its location (tucked away across the road otherwise I wouldn't have seen it). I swam in the pool for approx 20 -30 mins and on the same day another guest was told 'pool is closed', without any reasons why. I explored further with reception staff to be told 'problem with pool.' Whilst I accept this may have been the case due to a chemical issue, the situation was poorly managed with no signage to stop guests going in there (including me - concerningly). Beds were notably removed the following day, which in hindsight, was a tad late after being taken to the pool area for my use as a staying guest at the hotel by reception staff. Not great tbh. However the positives outweigh the negatives and so I would definitely stay here again - just chose a different room!

Turunc is a nice tiny village near Marmaris. The sea is clean and clear, so I decided to have a vacation there with my child. Overall, hotel is one of the best in its area: - pool (my child adores), however on there website it's said that the pool is out of order. - good restaurant on the 0-floor, it's important because the hotel gives only breakfast included. - good breakfasts: greens, eggs, good high quality cheese, fresh bread, watermelon - their own beach with good facilities: parasols, beds, shower. - rooms with kettle (so you can make tea), fridge, AC. Rooms are made in Turkish style, some people ij comments said its old, but on my opinion it's authentic and I have never seen so beautifully painted doors, as I understand there is an artis: many interesting pictures on walls. - staff - this is another treasury of this hotel. As they are all very diplomatic!, polite and tolerant. Some of them are very nervous of bad knowledge of English, but I think they shouldn't be, people will always understand each other - we had a sea side view with a balcony and comfy beds (pillows are soso, we slept w/o them). But I think from any room there will be a nice view, hotel is a large one (comparing to others near), built in a right way. Has its own territory for parking and yard for chilling out.

- Would like to have a little information printed out in my room: so I would learn how I can order food strictly to my room from restaurant, how I can get water (we bought it by ourselves), how I can order fried eggs on the breakfast (and that they are included), how much will cost sofas on the beach, or sea board. Do I have a discount if I have lunch in their restaurant..So these details would be useful for me once I come for the 1st time there. - Turunch is a small town, be sure that it would be interesting for you and your child to stay there. If I was alone with no child I would definitely lived more there but I was with my little daughter we lived for a week. But this comment is not for Diplomat.