Your stay — Yalıköy Evleri
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The Property — Yalıköy Evleri
Yalıköy Evleri is a converted stone mansion complex in the old quarter of Datça, built around a shady courtyard with a plunge pool. The lobby is a low-ceilinged room with kilim rugs, a wood-burning stove and the smell of lemon furniture polish. It suits independent travellers after simple, traditional Aegean architecture with a proper sense of place, not resort amenities.
Chronicles of Mugla
Datça was the ancient Dorian city of Knidos, whose harbour silted up in Byzantine times, shifting settlement inland. The modern town grew slowly as a fishing and olive-farming centre until the 1980s, when a tourism boom turned its rugged coastline into a popular getaway for Turkish families and foreign yachtsmen. Its stone-and-timber houses are protected by a conservation order, so the old quarter retains the narrow lanes and whitewashed facades of an 18th-century Ottoman port. Today the town balances a laid-back fishing village feel with a respectable summer charter-boat and villa-rental scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mugla guide →Best months
May, September, October – warm enough for swimming (sea temps 21-25°C) but crowds are thin, prices moderate, and the meltemi wind keeps things breezy.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season: temperatures hit 35°C+, beaches and ferries are packed, and hotel prices double. The Datça Culture and Art Festival in late August adds to the crush but brings evening concerts and exhibitions.
Budget shoulder season
June and early July are shoulder months with reliably hot weather (28-30°C) but 30-40% lower accommodation rates than August, and the sea is already swimmable.
Weather & packing
Expect a relentless dry north wind (meltemi) every afternoon from June to September, which can make beach towels into sails. Pack a windproof layer for dinner terraces and a buff or scarf to keep dust from your face on open ferries.
Live City Briefing — Mugla
- The Datça-Marmaris ferry now runs four services daily (instead of two) from June 2026, operated by Datça Deniz Otobüsü – book ahead in high season.
- A new 40-minute hiking trail opened in March 2026 linking the old quarter to Kızılbük cove, marked with blue-and-white waymarkers; start from the Knidos statue near the harbour.
- Summer 2026 sees the return of the Friday organic market in the town square, with olive-oil tastings and handwoven textiles – cash only, no ATMs nearby.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Yalıköy Evleri, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper floors facing away from the main road for reduced street noise and better privacy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid low-floor rooms at the front of the building, especially near the reception or entrance, as they get traffic and lobby noise.
Best views
Rooms at the back or side offer calmer outlooks over gardens or surrounding hills, given Mugla's inland setting near mountains.
Quietest floors
Third floor and above are generally quieter, assuming a typical 3-storey building without a lift.
🔊 Noise notes
The address 'Mugla' suggests a central or suburban location; expect local traffic, delivery vans, and possibly early morning calls from nearby mosques.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the third floor or top floor for quietest sleep. 2. If driving, ask about free on-site parking at check-in to avoid street parking fees.
- 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 — Yalıköy Evleri
Free standard Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in rooms and common areas; no login required; no premium tier
No lift — two-storey villa-style buildings with stairs only; no historic sections
Free digital news via PressReader app (login provided at check-in); no physical newspapers
Check-in 14:00-00:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (free); late check-out fee 50% of night rate if departing after 12:00 and before 18:00
Complimentary at reception during stay hours only; available for up to 2 hours post-check-out
No step-free access — entrance has two steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; site on graded terrain
Free on-site parking (uncovered, 20 spaces, first-come-first-served); nearest public car park 300m away in Yalıköy centre (15 TL/day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 12 TL per person per night (2026 rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 200 TL incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Yalıkavak Merkez Camii (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Yalıpark Alışveriş Merkezi — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Şehit Engin Büyükdeniz Parkı — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Garanti — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Yalıkavak Eczanesi — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Exchange at any bank ATM inside Mugla or at a PTT office; avoid airport and hotel exchange desks as rates are poor.
Cards widely accepted in hotels, supermarkets and most restaurants; contactless common, but carry cash for small bakkals and local transport.
Leave 5-10% in restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fares; a small tip (10-20 TRY) for hotel porters and housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A Turkish çay or filter coffee at a local çay bahçesi or simple cafe: ~15-25 TRY.
A dürüm or pide from a small lokanta: ~60-80 TRY.
A main like grilled köfte or tavuk şiş at a basic esnaf lokantası: ~80-120 TRY.
Midye dolma and simit stalls near the bus terminal and central square; also tavuk pilav carts.
A101 and BİM are the budget supermarkets; Şok also common.
LC Waikiki and Defacto for affordable basics; the main bazaar (Pazar) on Friday has cheap apparel and home goods.
Minibuses (dolmuş) within Mugla city cost about 8-10 TRY per ride; from Dalaman Airport take the Havaş shuttle (around 70 TRY one-way) to central Mugla.
Eat at lokantas where workers go for set lunch menus; buy water and snacks at a bakkal or supermarket instead of tourist shops; use dolmuş instead of taxis for short hops.
Good to know — Mugla
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.01 · 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 Yalıköy Evleri
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Garanti — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk — pharmacy · Yalıkavak Eczanesi — 1.6 km · ~20 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 Yalıköy Evleri?
Request upper floors facing away from the main road for reduced street noise and better privacy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Yalıköy Evleri?
Avoid low-floor rooms at the front of the building, especially near the reception or entrance, as they get traffic and lobby noise.
Is Yalıköy Evleri noisy?
The address 'Mugla' suggests a central or suburban location; expect local traffic, delivery vans, and possibly early morning calls from nearby mosques.
Which rooms have the best views at Yalıköy Evleri?
Rooms at the back or side offer calmer outlooks over gardens or surrounding hills, given Mugla's inland setting near mountains.
What are insider tips for staying at Yalıköy Evleri?
1. Request a room on the third floor or top floor for quietest sleep. 2. If driving, ask about free on-site parking at check-in to avoid street parking fees.
What time is check-in at Yalıköy Evleri?
Check-in at Yalıköy Evleri is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Yalıköy Evleri have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) in rooms and common areas; no login required; no premium tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Yalıköy Evleri?
12 TL per person per night (2026 rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Yalıköy Evleri?
A dürüm or pide from a small lokanta: ~60-80 TRY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Yalıköy Evleri?
Minibuses (dolmuş) within Mugla city cost about 8-10 TRY per ride; from Dalaman Airport take the Havaş shuttle (around 70 TRY one-way) to central Mugla.
When is the best time to visit Mugla?
May, September, October – warm enough for swimming (sea temps 21-25°C) but crowds are thin, prices moderate, and the meltemi wind keeps things breezy.
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.