Dein Aufenthalt — Union Palace
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Das Eigentum — Union Palace
The Union Palace is a no-fuss three-star hotel in central Mugla. The lobby has a business hotel feel — polished marble floor, a small seating area, and a reception desk that moves quickly. The USP is location: you’re a five-minute walk from the main square and the bus station. It suits budget travellers and anyone using Mugla as a base for day trips to the coast.
Chroniken von Mugla
Mugla was founded in the 13th century by the Menteşe beylik and later became an Ottoman administrative centre. Its old quarter preserves two-storey whitewashed houses with wooden bay windows, a style typical of the region. In the 20th century the city expanded rapidly as the provincial capital but kept a relaxed, inland feel. Today Mugla balances a modest university presence with its role as the gateway to the turquoise coast resorts.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Mugla-Guide →Die besten Monate
May and September for sunny days without the crush of July/August crowds. June also works well if you avoid the last week.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak tourist months because of school holidays and the beach draw at nearby Ölüdeniz and Bodrum. Hotel prices in Mugla double in July. The city’s own summer festival, the Mugla Sılayı, in late July brings traditional music and adds local demand.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October are the best budget months. Hotels drop 30–40% below July rates, temperatures are mild (18–24°C), and the main sights are quiet.
Wetter & Verpackung
Mugla’s July afternoons often hit 35°C but the evenings drop 15 degrees quickly. Pack one light jacket or cardigan for evenings and a sun hat for midday.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Mugla
- Mugla’s main bus terminal (otogar) is undergoing a renovation until August 2026; intercity services now operate from a temporary lot 200 metres south of the old station.
- The Mugla Museum reopened in April 2026 after a two-year closure, with new exhibits on the city’s Ottoman and Menteşe periods.
- July 2026 sees the annual Mugla Sılayı cultural festival in the city centre on 28–31 July, featuring folk music, food stalls, and a crafts market that closes the main square to traffic.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Union Palace, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard or the rear of the building. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from Mugla's busy main roads, and the courtyard orientation offers more peace
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the reception or the lift lobby) due to foot traffic, door sounds, and potential noise from the hotel's bar or service areas. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking the main street (likely Mugla's town-centre road) as traffic can be persistent even at night
Best views
If available, a room at the rear of the hotel (especially on floor 4) may have a view of the hills around Mugla rather than just rooftops or the main road. The front offers a town view but with traffic noise
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (the top floor) are typically quietest here, away from street noise and general lobby activity
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits in Mugla's town centre, likely on a main road with regular car, motorcycle, and pedestrian noise until late evening. The lift and service entrance (if near the lobby) add sporadic clatter. Ask for a courtyard-facing room to minimise this; earplugs may help if you're a light sleeper
Insider tips
If you're driving, ask the front desk about free parking options — many 3-star hotels in Mugla have a small lot or municipal parking nearby (confirm on arrival). Check-in may be smoother after 2pm (avoid the midday rush); request a top-floor room at booking for best value on quiet views and air circulation
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Union Palace
Free for all guests; average 10 Mbps download; login via room number and surname
Yes, serves all 4 floors — no stairs-only sections
No printed newspapers or digital newsstand; basic satellite TV in rooms
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop accepted if room not ready (no fee); late check-out until 12:00 costs 50 TRY, after 12:00 charged half-night rate
Free for day of check-in/out; longer storage not offered
Step-free entry at main door; lift to all floors; no adapted bathrooms or grab rails; narrow corridors may challenge wheelchair users
On-site free surface parking for 12 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park is 150m at Menteşe Belediyesi Otopark, 10 TRY per night; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (included in rate; no separate tourist tax collected in Mugla)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card required at booking; 100 TRY incidental hold on a card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Mosque: İçmeler Camii (573 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: İçmeler Yeni Cami (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Piri dede Parkı — 170 m · ~2 min walk
Ulusoy Parkı — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Türkiye İş Bankası — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Eczane Oya — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Venüs market — 444 m · ~6 min walk
İçmeler Otogarı — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs inside bank branches for better rates; avoid exchange bureaus near tourist spots and the airport, which take a big cut.
Credit/debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless payments common, but keep cash for small shops and taxis.
Round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants; tip taxi drivers by rounding up to the nearest lira; hotel staff appreciate a small tip for help with bags.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish coffee from a local çay bahçesi (tea garden) costs around 20–30 TRY.
A dürüm (wrap) from a dürümçü costs about 60–80 TRY including a drink.
A pide (Turkish pizza) at a pide salonu is 90–120 TRY for a main.
Look for simit carts and köfte stands around central squares and near the bus station for cheap eats.
BİM, A101, and Şok are the main discount supermarket chains in Muğla.
Head to the local bazaar (pazar) for affordable clothing; LC Waikiki and DeFacto are common high-street budget options.
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 15–20 TRY per ride; from Dalaman Airport, take the Havaş shuttle to Muğla city centre for about 60 TRY.
Eat at lokantas (local eateries) for set-menu lunches; buy water and snacks at supermarkets not tourist shops; use a refillable water bottle – tap water is safe but buy big bottles cheaply.
Gut zu wissen — Mugla
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺46.98 · TRY
Emergency Contacts
MuglaFor tourist assistance or non-urgent police matters in Muğla, dial 153 (Alo 153). The national emergency number in Turkey is 112, which covers police, ambulance, and fire in most areas.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Mugla, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Union Palace
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Türkiye İş Bankası — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk — pharmacy · Eczane Oya — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Mugla city centre (Konakalti) → Woxxie Hotel
💡 Dolmus route 'Mugla-Kotekli' passes right by the hotel. Flag one down anywhere on the main road — no official stops, just wave. Pay as you exit.
Dalaman Airport (DLM) → Woxxie Hotel, Mugla
💡 Pre-book via the app or hotel for a fixed rate — street cabs may quote double. Confirm the price before getting in.
Mugla Otogar → Woxxie Hotel
💡 Bus number 4 or 5. Get a MuglAkart from the otogar kiosk (5 TL deposit, rechargeable) — cheaper than coins and valid on all municipal buses.
Dalaman Airport (DLM) → Mugla Otogar (bus station)
💡 The bus stops at the otogar, not the hotel. From there, hop on a local dolmus (shared minibus, 10 TL) to Woxxie — ask the driver to drop you near Mugla University.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Union Palace?
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard or the rear of the building. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from Mugla's busy main roads, and the courtyard orientation offers more peace
Which rooms should I avoid at Union Palace?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those near the reception or the lift lobby) due to foot traffic, door sounds, and potential noise from the hotel's bar or service areas. Also avoid rooms directly overlooking the main street (likely Mugla's town-centre road) as traffic can be persistent even at night
Is Union Palace noisy?
The hotel sits in Mugla's town centre, likely on a main road with regular car, motorcycle, and pedestrian noise until late evening. The lift and service entrance (if near the lobby) add sporadic clatter. Ask for a courtyard-facing room to minimise this; earplugs may help if you're a light sleeper
Which rooms have the best views at Union Palace?
If available, a room at the rear of the hotel (especially on floor 4) may have a view of the hills around Mugla rather than just rooftops or the main road. The front offers a town view but with traffic noise
What are insider tips for staying at Union Palace?
If you're driving, ask the front desk about free parking options — many 3-star hotels in Mugla have a small lot or municipal parking nearby (confirm on arrival). Check-in may be smoother after 2pm (avoid the midday rush); request a top-floor room at booking for best value on quiet views and air circulation
What time is check-in at Union Palace?
Check-in at Union Palace is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Union Palace have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; average 10 Mbps download; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Union Palace?
None (included in rate; no separate tourist tax collected in Mugla)
Where can I eat cheaply near Union Palace?
A dürüm (wrap) from a dürümçü costs about 60–80 TRY including a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Union Palace?
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 15–20 TRY per ride; from Dalaman Airport, take the Havaş shuttle to Muğla city centre for about 60 TRY.
When is the best time to visit Mugla?
May and September for sunny days without the crush of July/August crowds. June also works well if you avoid the last week.
Top-Attraktionen in Mugla
💡 Don’t buy the first thing you see. Prices are negotiable, especially late afternoon when vendors are packing up.
💡 Go early morning to avoid crowds; the garden has a few Byzantine tomb artefacts you can see for free without entering the main hall.
💡 Wander the side alleys off the main street; many houses still have original ironwork and courtyard fountains. No entry fees.
💡 Best photographed just before sunset when the light hits the clock face; grab a tea from the adjacent square to sit and watch.
💡 Take the public dolmuş from Mugla centre—takes 40 minutes and costs about 12 TL. Walk the south shore early for birdwatching.