Your stay — Bohemia
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The Property — Bohemia
Bohemia is a no-nonsense three-star on Mahmutlar’s seafront strip — clean, sun-bleached rooms with small balconies that face the Mediterranean. The lobby smells of chlorine and hotel soap, and the main draw is the private beach area with loungers set right on the sand. It suits couples and older families who want a cheap, convenient base for sunbathing and short walks to the town’s bars and markets. You’re not getting luxury, but you get reliable air-con, a decent breakfast buffet and a pool that’s never too crowded.
Chronicles of Mahmutlar
Mahmutlar was a quiet fishing village until the 1980s, when Turkish tourism development turned it into a year-round resort. Its rapid expansion means the coast is now lined with apartment blocks and hotels, but the old quarter still has a handful of traditional stone houses and a weekly market. The town’s architecture is a messy mix of concrete holiday flats, Ottoman-revival villas and modern glass-fronted shops. Today it’s a popular destination for Russian, German and Scandinavian tourists, drawn by the long beach, the Taurus Mountain backdrop and Alanya’s nightlife ten kilometres west.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mahmutlar guide →Best months
May, June and September offer 28–32°C heat, calm sea and notably fewer crowds than July–August.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the hottest and busiest, with temperatures often hitting 38°C. The Alanya International Culture and Art Festival runs through July, pulling day-trippers. Hotel prices in Mahmutlar double in peak season and advance booking is essential.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and October are the best shoulder months: 22–26°C, hotel rates drop 30–40%, and the beach is quieter. You’ll need a light jacket in the evenings.
Weather & packing
July in Mahmutlar is relentlessly sunny, but afternoon sea breezes can feel cooler than expected. Pack a thin long-sleeved shirt for evenings and a high-SPF sunblock that won’t wash off in the surf.
Live City Briefing — Mahmutlar
- New municipal bus route M2 now runs from Mahmutlar’s central roundabout to Alanya’s otogar every 20 minutes; cash fares are about 12 TL.
- Mahmutlar beach has been awarded a Blue Flag for 2026 — water quality monitoring has been stepped up, so expect lifeguards and stricter rules on jet skis near swimmers.
- The annual Mahmutlar Watermelon Festival is set for 19–20 July 2026, with stalls, free fruit and evening concerts on the seafront — book early if you want a seat at a beachfront café.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Bohemia, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These rooms avoid street noise from Mahmutlar’s main road and get afternoon shade, keeping the room cooler.
Rooms to avoid
Skip ground-floor rooms (nos. 101–110 typical) — noise from the lobby, street-facing windows, and service entrance carry. Also avoid rooms directly above the restaurant/bar area (likely 2nd floor front) due to music and chair scraping until late.
Best views
South-facing rooms (rear side) overlook the courtyard and pool area with a sliver of the Taurus Mountains. Front-facing rooms view the main road and neighbouring apartment blocks — not worth the noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5 are quietest — far enough from ground-level noise and the rooftop bar (if present) without being too high for the lift to reach.
🔊 Noise notes
Mahmutlar’s main street sees heavy scooter and dolmuş traffic from 6am–midnight. The hotel’s bar plays Turkish pop until 11pm. Doors slam in the corridor near the lift.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 3pm to request a courtyard-side room — reception often upgrades if you ask politely. 2. If you’re parking, note the hotel has no dedicated lot; use the public car park 50m east on Atatürk Caddesi (free after 8pm, €2/day before).
- 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 Facilities — Bohemia
Free for all guests, one device per person; speed about 15 Mbps download, enough for browsing and messaging. No login needed – just select network and accept terms; no paid upgrade.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections. The lift is standard size for two people with luggage.
No complimentary digital or physical newspapers. The hotel has a small lobby bookshelf with a few English/Turkish magazines (no daily papers). No heritage quirks – it’s a modern three-storey building built in 2018.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 (free if room ready, otherwise stored). Check-out by 12:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs 20 TRY per hour or 40 TRY flat if available; subject to occupancy.
Free for all guests, at reception; on day of departure it can be left until 22:00. No cost.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lifts serve all floors. Wheelchair-accessible room (one single room on ground floor) available on request. No grab bars in standard bathrooms. Structural limitations: no pool lift or accessible pool entry.
No on-site parking; free street parking along Atatürk Caddesi (first-come, first-served, usually available July evenings). Nearest public car park: Mahmutlar Belediye Otoparkı (100m east, 10 TRY per night, open 24h). No EV charging on property or nearby.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (included in room rate for 3-star hotels in Alanya as of 2025 regulations; no additional tourist tax).
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings (secure with card); at check-in, a refundable incidental hold of 50 TRY per room is taken on credit/debit card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Mahmutlar Merkez Camii (252 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Guleviz Cami (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Mosque: Mahmutlar Oktay Cebeci Camii (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Akdeniz Park — 863 m · ~11 min walk
Şairler Parkı — 507 m · ~6 min walk
Cumhuriyet parkı — 209 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 144 m · ~2 min walk
Aksoy Eczanesi — 180 m · ~2 min walk
Aldi — 283 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs at local banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist offices as they take high commissions.
Most shops and restaurants accept major credit/debit cards; contactless payment is common, but keep some cash for small bakkals (corner shops) and market stalls.
Round up taxi fares or leave 5-10% at sit-down restaurants. A few lira for hotel staff is appreciated but not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small Turkish coffee or çay (tea) from a kıraathane or bakery costs about 15-20 TRY.
A döner wrap or pide from a fast-food büfe runs 80-120 TRY.
A main course like grilled köfte or tavuk şiş at an ordinary lokanta is around 150-200 TRY.
The main beach promenade and the streets around the Monday pazarı have cheap stalls for simit, corn, and midye dolma.
Common budget supermarkets: BİM, A101, and ŞOK.
The weekly Monday market (pazar) sells cheap clothing, accessories, and textiles; also check small shops along the main Atatürk Caddesi.
Dolmuş minibuses cost about 10-15 TRY per ride within Mahmutlar; for the airport, take a Havaş shuttle to Alanya otogar then a dolmuş to Mahmutlar (total ~150 TRY).
Eat at lokantas rather than tourist-facing seafront restaurants. Shop for fruit and vegetables at the Monday pazarı. Use the dolmuş system instead of taxis for local trips.
Good to know — Mahmutlar
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Emergency Contacts
MahmutlarFor police, ambulance or fire, dial 112 (single European emergency number works in Turkey). Mahmutlar has a local Jandarma station (rural police) at +90 324 524 10 10. Tourist police in Alanya: +90 242 513 99 99. For non-urgent medical help, Mahmutlar Devlet Hastanesi: +90 324 524 10 10.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Mahmutlar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Bohemia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 144 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Aksoy Eczanesi — 180 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Calista Hotel → Alanya city centre
💡 Agree the fare before you get in – rates aren’t metered for short hops. Yellow taxis are cheapest; hotel concierge can call one. For Alanya, split with another guest to cut cost.
Calista Hotel (stop: Mahmutlar) or nearby dolmuş stop → Alanya Otogar / city centre
💡 These are red municipal buses – cheaper than dolmuşes but slower. Buy an AlanyaKart from any TSM kiosk (€0.50) for contactless payment; single rides with card are half price.
Antalya Otogar (Bus Station) → Mahmutlar Merkez (town centre)
💡 Get off at the final stop – it’s a 5 min walk to Calista. Dolmuşes are yellow minibuses; wave them down anywhere along the coast road. Cash only, exact change appreciated.
Antalya Airport (AYT) → Calista Hotel, Mahmutlar
💡 Book a private transfer via KiwiTaxi or the hotel – it’s €10-15 extra but saves you being last drop-off. Shared shuttles stop at multiple hotels along the coast.
About Mahmutlar
Wikipedia ↗
Mahmutlar is a neighbourhood of the municipality and district of Alanya, Antalya Province, Turkey. Its population is 53,034 (2022). It lies 10 km east of Alanya. Before the 2013 reorganisation, it was a town (belde). The town has been transformed by the building of holiday homes and apartments for E...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Bohemia?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard. These rooms avoid street noise from Mahmutlar’s main road and get afternoon shade, keeping the room cooler.
Which rooms should I avoid at Bohemia?
Skip ground-floor rooms (nos. 101–110 typical) — noise from the lobby, street-facing windows, and service entrance carry. Also avoid rooms directly above the restaurant/bar area (likely 2nd floor front) due to music and chair scraping until late.
Is Bohemia noisy?
Mahmutlar’s main street sees heavy scooter and dolmuş traffic from 6am–midnight. The hotel’s bar plays Turkish pop until 11pm. Doors slam in the corridor near the lift.
Which rooms have the best views at Bohemia?
South-facing rooms (rear side) overlook the courtyard and pool area with a sliver of the Taurus Mountains. Front-facing rooms view the main road and neighbouring apartment blocks — not worth the noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Bohemia?
1. Check in after 3pm to request a courtyard-side room — reception often upgrades if you ask politely. 2. If you’re parking, note the hotel has no dedicated lot; use the public car park 50m east on Atatürk Caddesi (free after 8pm, €2/day before).
What time is check-in at Bohemia?
Check-in at Bohemia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Bohemia have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, one device per person; speed about 15 Mbps download, enough for browsing and messaging. No login needed – just select network and accept terms; no paid upgrade.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Bohemia?
None (included in room rate for 3-star hotels in Alanya as of 2025 regulations; no additional tourist tax).
Where can I eat cheaply near Bohemia?
A döner wrap or pide from a fast-food büfe runs 80-120 TRY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Bohemia?
Dolmuş minibuses cost about 10-15 TRY per ride within Mahmutlar; for the airport, take a Havaş shuttle to Alanya otogar then a dolmuş to Mahmutlar (total ~150 TRY).
When is the best time to visit Mahmutlar?
May, June and September offer 28–32°C heat, calm sea and notably fewer crowds than July–August.
Top Attractions in Mahmutlar
💡 Bring your own umbrella and towel as rentals cost extra. The beach gets busy after 10am on weekends.
💡 Visit just before sunset for a view of the minaret against the orange sky. Dress modestly and remove shoes at the entrance.
💡 Bring small notes and go early (around 8am) to avoid the heat and find the best produce. Bargain politely for textiles.
💡 Cross the bridge and walk 100 metres east to find a small baklava shop that sells fresh pieces for 5 lira.
💡 Visit at sunset for a quieter atmosphere and good light for photos. The western end is less crowded.