Your stay — Maris Beach Hotel
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The Property — Maris Beach Hotel
A three-star beachfront hotel in Marmaris that hasn't changed much since the 1990s, with a tiled lobby that smells faintly of suncream and chlorine. The rooms are basic but clean, the main draw is the private stretch of pebbly shore and the two pools. It suits budget-conscious families and couples who want a sunbed, sea access, and a bar within twenty metres — no frills, no fuss.
Chronicles of Mugla
Marmaris was a small fishing village until the 1980s, when a construction boom turned it into Turkey's largest resort town. The 16th-century castle overlooking the marina predates that by four centuries, built by Süleyman the Magnificent ahead of his Rhodes campaign. Today the city lives almost entirely on tourism: a long seafront promenade, a busy bazaar, and bars that stay open until dawn. The old quarter around the castle still has narrow stone streets, but the heart of modern Marmaris is that mile-long strip of hotels, restaurants and nightclubs.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mugla guide →Best months
June and September – sea-warm water, 30°C days, and the crowds haven't hit peak July/August insanity. You get reliable sun without the shoulder-to-shoulder pavement traffic.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are thunderously busy. Marmaris fills with package tourists from Britain, Germany and Scandinavia; hotel prices double or triple. The main event is the Marmaris International Yacht Festival in mid-May, but July's peak is just pure volume – no single festival drives it, just school holidays across Europe.
Budget shoulder season
May and October – 25°C days, quieter beaches, hotel rates 40-50% lower. In May the sea is still cool (18-20°C) but you can sunbathe; October is warm enough to swim early in the month.
Weather & packing
July in Marmaris is relentlessly hot (28-37°C), with zero rain. Pack only light cotton clothes, a hat, and high-factor sunscreen – the sun burns through clouds even on hazy days.
Live City Briefing — Mugla
- New express bus line (MUTTAŞ route 101) now runs from Dalaman Airport to Marmaris bus station every 30 minutes – faster and cheaper than the previous dolmuş system.
- The promenade between Uzunyali beach and the marina has been fully repaved with anti-slip stone, and two new public toilet blocks opened in June 2025.
- Several beach clubs on Icmeler Bay (5km from Marmaris) have been closed for unauthorised construction – check in advance if you planned to use them.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Maris Beach Hotel, 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 (if available) – these are high enough to avoid street-level bustle, quieter than floors above lift overrun, and get morning sun without the afternoon heat.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor right above the lobby entrance – foot traffic and check-in noise carry up the stairwell. Also skip any room ending in '01' (often next to the service elevator or cleaning store).
Best views
Rear-facing rooms overlook the gardens or the quiet residential area behind – no sea view (Mugla is inland), but a calmer outlook than the main road.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 – set back from the main road, above the low-level lobby hum, and below the roof terrace (if there is one).
🔊 Noise notes
Main road outside carries local minibus and taxi traffic until midnight; early mornings (6am onwards) have delivery trucks. No beach noise – this is a town hotel, not a seaside resort.
Insider tips
1. Park in the public lot behind the hotel (ask at check-in) – the front-road spots fill by 10am. 2. If you want a quiet breakfast, go at 7:30am sharp – the tour groups pile in from 8:30.
- 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 — Maris Beach Hotel
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps per device) in lobby and common areas; premium 15 Mbps in rooms costs 25 TRY/24h per device; no login log-out required
One passenger lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary physical newspapers; free digital access to PressReader (40+ titles) via hotel tablet in lobby
Check-in from 14:00 (early bag drop allowed from 10:00 without charge). Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of room rate; after 18:00 charged full night
Free for day-of-arrival and day-of-departure; longer storage by arrangement at 10 TRY per bag per day
Step-free main entrance with ramp; one accessible room on ground floor (No. 107) with roll-in shower; lift too narrow for larger wheelchairs (max 70 cm width); no hearing loops
Free on-site open parking for 20 cars (first come, first served); nearest public car park (Sarigerme Central) 400 m west, 15 TRY/day; no EV charging stations
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 12 TRY per person per night for guests aged 12+
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; 200 TRY incidentals hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Cami (449 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Blue Port AVM — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Halil Türkmen Parkı — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Marmaris Amfitiyatro — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 39 m · ~1 min walk
Begüm Eczanesi — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Aydemir Market — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Ferry Administration Office, Ticket Sales — 3.2 km · ~40 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Dalaman Airport and tourist spots in Marmaris — they give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless is common, but keep cash for small bakkals (corner shops) and taxis.
Restaurants: round up or leave 10% for good service. Taxis: round up to nearest 5-10 lira. Hotel staff: 10-20 lira per bag for porters, 20-50 lira daily for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish tea (çay) from a local çay bahçesi (tea garden) or simitçi — around 10-15 TL.
Lahmacun or pide from a local fırın (bakery) — about 50-70 TL.
A main dish like grilled meatballs or tavuk şiş at an esnaf lokantası (workers’ restaurant) — roughly 100-150 TL.
Simit (sesame bread ring) from street carts in town centres; gözleme from stalls near bus stations or markets.
A101, BİM, Şok — all have branches in Mugla town; cheap for basics.
Mugla town's weekly market (pazar) on Saturdays sells affordable clothing and textiles; also check LC Waikiki on the main street.
Minibus (dolmuş) — routes cost 10-15 TL per ride. From Dalaman Airport: take the Havaş shuttle to Mugla bus station (about 80 TL).
Eat at esnaf lokantası for set lunch; buy water and snacks at A101/BİM rather than tourist shops; use dolmuş instead of taxis.
Good to know — Mugla
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.03 · 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 Maris Beach Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 39 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Begüm Eczanesi — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
🚐 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 Maris Beach Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear courtyard (if available) – these are high enough to avoid street-level bustle, quieter than floors above lift overrun, and get morning sun without the afternoon heat.
Which rooms should I avoid at Maris Beach Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor right above the lobby entrance – foot traffic and check-in noise carry up the stairwell. Also skip any room ending in '01' (often next to the service elevator or cleaning store).
Is Maris Beach Hotel noisy?
Main road outside carries local minibus and taxi traffic until midnight; early mornings (6am onwards) have delivery trucks. No beach noise – this is a town hotel, not a seaside resort.
Which rooms have the best views at Maris Beach Hotel?
Rear-facing rooms overlook the gardens or the quiet residential area behind – no sea view (Mugla is inland), but a calmer outlook than the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Maris Beach Hotel?
1. Park in the public lot behind the hotel (ask at check-in) – the front-road spots fill by 10am. 2. If you want a quiet breakfast, go at 7:30am sharp – the tour groups pile in from 8:30.
What time is check-in at Maris Beach Hotel?
Check-in at Maris Beach Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Maris Beach Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps per device) in lobby and common areas; premium 15 Mbps in rooms costs 25 TRY/24h per device; no login log-out required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Maris Beach Hotel?
12 TRY per person per night for guests aged 12+
Where can I eat cheaply near Maris Beach Hotel?
Lahmacun or pide from a local fırın (bakery) — about 50-70 TL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Maris Beach Hotel?
Minibus (dolmuş) — routes cost 10-15 TL per ride. From Dalaman Airport: take the Havaş shuttle to Mugla bus station (about 80 TL).
When is the best time to visit Mugla?
June and September – sea-warm water, 30°C days, and the crowds haven't hit peak July/August insanity. You get reliable sun without the shoulder-to-shoulder pavement traffic.
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.