Your stay — Olive Garden
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The Property — Olive Garden
The Olive Garden is a straightforward, mid-range hotel a short stroll from the Dalaman riverfront. Its lobby feels like a quiet provincial guesthouse: tiled floors, a few armchairs, and reception staff who speak good English. The USP is an outdoor pool and terrace where you can escape the midday heat, plus breakfast included with local cheese and olives. It suits travellers using Dalaman Airport as a base for the Lycian coast rather than a beach holiday itself.
Chronicles of Mugla
Mugla city sits inland, founded in the 4th century BC by the Carians under the name Mobolla. It traded via the port of Fethiye but remained a modest market town through Ottoman rule, when its timber-framed houses and mosques took shape. The 20th-century shift to tourism left Mugla proper bypassed: no beach, no resort buzz. Today it’s a quiet administrative centre, with a lively Friday market and a restored old quarter of whitewashed houses.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mugla guide →Best months
May, June, October — reliable sun (25–30°C), fewer crowds than peak July/August, and flights still run frequently.
Peak / festival surge
July-August — coastal resorts full; Dalaman Airport swells with package tourists. Hotel prices in Mugla city rise 20–30% from shoulder rates. No major festival in Mugla itself, but the Marmaris and Fethiye sand-and-sea trade drives demand.
Budget shoulder season
April, early June, September — 30% cheaper rooms, temperatures 22–28°C, and quieter sights along the Lycian Way nearby.
Weather & packing
Even in July, Mugla’s inland elevation means nights can drop to 18°C, so a light jacket is useful. Pack sturdy sandals for cobbled old streets and cotton layers for the dry heat.
Live City Briefing — Mugla
- Dalaman Airport's new express bus route to Mugla city (line H-1) started June 2025; single fare 25 TL, runs hourly.
- The Friday market in Mugla old town now extends into July with a dedicated dried-fruit and spice section — cash only, small notes preferred.
- Roadwork on the D400 coastal highway near Ortaca continues through 2026, adding 20–30 minutes to Fethiye runs; take the interior route via Köyceğiz instead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Olive Garden, 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 (away from the main road). These upper floors are quieter and have less foot traffic in the corridor.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the 1st floor (street level) or those numbered 101-110 near the lift lobby — these get noise from the lobby, breakfast area, and early morning staff.
Best views
The property is on a main road in Mugla town centre — rear-facing rooms overlook a quieter residential area and small gardens; front-facing rooms see the street and traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, as they are above street noise and away from the ground floor public areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Mugla's main road is significant until late evening, especially on the front side. The breakfast room under the 1st floor can generate early clatter from 7am.
Insider tips
Request a room on the 4th floor as high as possible — the lift only goes to 4, so no noise from above. If you're driving, park in the rear lot (quieter) rather than the front, and ask for a late check-out to avoid the 11am corridor vacuum noise.
- 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 — Olive Garden
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) throughout property; no paid upgrade. Requires room number login, no time limit.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No newspaper service; local Turkish newspapers available at front desk on request.
Check-in 14:00–00:00, early bag-drop from 10:00. Late check-out until 16:00 for 150 TL (subject to availability, weekends often fully booked).
Free at reception for same-day arrival/departure; overnight storage not available.
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door; lift to all floors. No adapted bathrooms or grab rails in standard rooms.
On-site free parking for 15 cars (first-come, first-served); no valet. Nearest public car park at Mugla Bus Station, 5 min walk, 10 TL per day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 18 TL per person per night (mandatory, collected at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: First night deposit required at booking; 100 TL incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Mosque (598 m · ~7 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 373 m · ~5 min walk
Carrefour — 789 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Change money at local exchange offices (döviz) in town for reasonable rates; avoid airport kiosks and hotel desks, which give poor rates.
Credit cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and larger shops; smaller cafés and markets may prefer cash. Contactless is common.
Leave 10% in restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fares; offer 20-50 TL to hotel porters or cleaning staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A traditional Turkish coffee or çay (tea) from a local café: approx 20-30 TL.
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a lokanta: approx 60-80 TL.
A main course at a simple lokanta (grilled meat or stew with rice): approx 100-130 TL.
Simit (sesame bread rings) from street carts; cheap eat areas are around the main square and market streets in town centre.
Budget supermarket chains include A101, BİM, and Şok, with basic items at good prices.
Affordable high-street shopping at LC Waikiki or DeFacto; outdoor markets (pazar) sell cheap casual clothes.
Cheapest way: dolmuş (shared minibus) for around 10-15 TL per ride. From the airport, take the Havaş shuttle to town centre, approx 40-50 TL.
Eat at lokantas for set lunches rather than tourist spots; buy water at supermarkets not cafés; use local dolmuş instead of taxis.
Good to know — Mugla
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.2 · 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 Olive Garden
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 373 m · ~5 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 Olive Garden?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the rear courtyard (away from the main road). These upper floors are quieter and have less foot traffic in the corridor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Olive Garden?
Steer clear of rooms on the 1st floor (street level) or those numbered 101-110 near the lift lobby — these get noise from the lobby, breakfast area, and early morning staff.
Is Olive Garden noisy?
Street noise from Mugla's main road is significant until late evening, especially on the front side. The breakfast room under the 1st floor can generate early clatter from 7am.
Which rooms have the best views at Olive Garden?
The property is on a main road in Mugla town centre — rear-facing rooms overlook a quieter residential area and small gardens; front-facing rooms see the street and traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Olive Garden?
Request a room on the 4th floor as high as possible — the lift only goes to 4, so no noise from above. If you're driving, park in the rear lot (quieter) rather than the front, and ask for a late check-out to avoid the 11am corridor vacuum noise.
What time is check-in at Olive Garden?
Check-in at Olive Garden is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Olive Garden have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) throughout property; no paid upgrade. Requires room number login, no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Olive Garden?
18 TL per person per night (mandatory, collected at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Olive Garden?
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a lokanta: approx 60-80 TL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Olive Garden?
Cheapest way: dolmuş (shared minibus) for around 10-15 TL per ride. From the airport, take the Havaş shuttle to town centre, approx 40-50 TL.
When is the best time to visit Mugla?
May, June, October — reliable sun (25–30°C), fewer crowds than peak July/August, and flights still run frequently.
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.