Turkey

Nuri Halil

Villa Emel is a 10! We have been to Turkey 5 times and Kaleici (Old Town) twice. This has to be the best location in all of Antalya. The view over the harbor and to the mountains is fantastic. The unit itself had just been carefully renovated - every surface was new, clean and perfect (and of a higher standard than you usually find in Antalya). It would be idea for two couples as there are two bedrooms with double beds and their own bathrooms. The house is extremely comfortable, spacious and quiet (while indoors). Our host, Halil was delightful, and we are sad we didn't get a chance to meet in person. His assistant, Emel met us for check-in, but spoke no English, so we were assisted by the kindly owner of the textile shop across the street. The only downside for us was the location next to the most popular park in Antalya. In September, there was a constant stream of tourists from early morning until night. That didn't really bother us so much, we mostly used the upper balcony and felt a bit more removed. But there was a man playing guitar (badly in our opinion) right in front of us all day, and often, another musician a bit further down with an electric amplifier. We are lazy tourists, and spend a lot of time at our lodgings, just reading and relaxing ... that got a bit old. Overall though, Villa Emel has to be the nicest place to stay in Old Town.

Nuri Halil

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