Your stay — Hotel Mare
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The Property — Hotel Mare
This three-star seaside hotel in the centre of Fethiye keeps things simple: clean white rooms with sea views, a saltwater pool and a sun terrace that catches the afternoon heat. Its lobby is all cool marble and laminated tourist maps, staffed by people who have seen a million check-ins and don't rush. It's right for anyone who wants a solid base for the beach and harbour, not fussed about fancy touches.
Chronicles of Mugla
Fethiye stands on the site of the ancient Lycian city of Telmessos, whose rock tombs and theatre still fringe the town. It became a trading port under the Ottomans and was rebuilt after the 1958 earthquake levelled much of the old centre. Today it is a bustling resort town that has kept a functional Turkish market core alongside its tourism strip. The marina and Çalış Beach define its summer identity, while the Lycian Way trailhead makes it a hub for walkers in cooler months.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mugla guide →Best months
May and September: low 30s°C, fewer crowds than July and August, sea still warm enough for swimming.
Peak / festival surge
July and August, when temperatures hit mid-30s°C and the town fills with Turkish families and European package tourists. Hotel rates double and spaces at Çalış Beach disappear by 10am. The Fethiye International Culture and Art Festival (June–July) adds to the squeeze.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: highs around 25°C, lighter wallets, empty beaches. Some restaurants shutter outside town, but core cafés remain open.
Weather & packing
Summer heat is dry but the meltemi wind can pick up afternoons, whipping sand on the beach. Pack a light windbreaker for evening breezes and a high-SPF sunblock you trust.
Live City Briefing — Mugla
- The Fethiye–Kaş coastal road remains partially closed for cliff stabilisation work until September; allow 30 extra minutes for the detour via Yeşilüzümlü.
- A new market hall opened in May 2026 on Kaya Caddesi for fresh produce and textiles, replacing the older Sunday street market that was moved for traffic management.
- The minibus stop at the main Otogar has been moved 200 metres east to the new terminal behind the Migros; 10-minute services to Çalış Beach run until midnight.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Mare, 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 or the side away from the main street. The lift only goes to floor 4, so you get quiet without stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lift lobby — street noise from Mugla's main road and foot traffic carries. Also skip rooms numbered below 10 if they overlook the front.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (3-4) with a southern aspect look over Mugla's rooftops toward the mountains — no sea view here, but a decent cityscape.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest — furthest from street-level noise and above the lift motor hum.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on Mugla's main road, so morning traffic and delivery trucks are real. Also, there's a small bar next door that gets loud on summer weekends.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on floor 3 or 4 and specify 'rear courtyard' when booking — the front-facing rooms get traffic noise until midnight. 2) The only lift serves all floors but stops at 4, so if you're on floor 4, you avoid the machine hum.
- 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 — Hotel Mare
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed ~15 Mbps. No login page; credentials provided at check-in.
Single lift serves all three floors. No historic stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand. Physical copies of local Mugla newspaper available in lobby (free).
Standard check-in 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 at reception (no fee). Late check-out until 16:00 costs 50 TL. Weekday check-in may be smoother; weekends sometimes delay till 15:00.
Free luggage storage at front desk for day guests; report to reception.
Step-free entrance from street level. Lift to all guest rooms. No wheelchair-accessible bathrooms in standard rooms; ask for ground-floor accessible room.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Mugla Belediyesi Otopark (200 m, 15 TL per night). No EV charging on property.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 2.00 TL per person per night, collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 150 TL incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Amfitiyatro — 686 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Doğan market — 235 m · ~3 min walk
Datça Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs in town for the best rates; avoid currency exchange desks at Dalaman Airport or tourist shops, which add poor rates and fees.
Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops, but smaller cafes and market stalls often expect cash, especially outside the centre.
Round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants; small change is fine for taxis; hotel staff appreciate 10-20 TL for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a local kahve or tea house – about 15-20 TL.
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a small lokanta: around 60-80 TL.
A main course at a casual ocakbaşı or balık ekmek kiosk: roughly 100-150 TL.
Look around the central bazaar area and near the bus station for simit, gözleme, and grilled corn on the cob stalls.
BİM, A101, and Şok are the common discount supermarkets in Mugla town.
Check the weekly open-air market (pazar) in the town centre for affordable clothing, shoes, and household goods.
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 10-15 TL per ride within town; from Dalaman Airport, take the Havaş shuttle to Mugla bus station for about 70 TL (shared taxi is pricier).
Always get a few numbers on a dolmuş before flagging one down. Eat lunch at lokantas for set menus rather than dinner. Avoid buying water at tourist stalls – pick up 1.5L bottles from a grocery for 5-7 TL.
Good to know — Mugla
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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 Hotel Mare
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About Mugla
Wikipedia ↗
Muğla (Turkish: [ˈmuːɫa]) is a city in southwestern Turkey. The city is the center of the district of Menteşe and Muğla Province, which stretches along Turkey's Aegean coast. Muğla's center is situated inland at an altitude of 660 m and lies at a distance of about 30 km (19 mi) from the nearest seac...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Mare?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the rear courtyard or the side away from the main street. The lift only goes to floor 4, so you get quiet without stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Mare?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lift lobby — street noise from Mugla's main road and foot traffic carries. Also skip rooms numbered below 10 if they overlook the front.
Is Hotel Mare noisy?
The hotel is on Mugla's main road, so morning traffic and delivery trucks are real. Also, there's a small bar next door that gets loud on summer weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Mare?
Rooms on the upper floors (3-4) with a southern aspect look over Mugla's rooftops toward the mountains — no sea view here, but a decent cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Mare?
1) Ask for a room on floor 3 or 4 and specify 'rear courtyard' when booking — the front-facing rooms get traffic noise until midnight. 2) The only lift serves all floors but stops at 4, so if you're on floor 4, you avoid the machine hum.
What time is check-in at Hotel Mare?
Check-in at Hotel Mare is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Mare have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed ~15 Mbps. No login page; credentials provided at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Mare?
2.00 TL per person per night, collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Mare?
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a small lokanta: around 60-80 TL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Mare?
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 10-15 TL per ride within town; from Dalaman Airport, take the Havaş shuttle to Mugla bus station for about 70 TL (shared taxi is pricier).
When is the best time to visit Mugla?
May and September: low 30s°C, fewer crowds than July and August, sea still warm enough for swimming.
Top Attractions 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.