What are the reviews like for budget family all-inclusive resorts in Bodrum with older buildings and no elevator?
From messages by 3 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 11 days ago
From messages by 3 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 11 days ago
TL;DR
Food selection is better than pricier resorts like Voyage/Rixos, rooms are worn but functional; main downsides are no elevator (hard with a stroller) and smaller buildings can have sewage smells and disco noise until 2am.
The beach is about a one-minute walk away, with a sandy, gently sloping entry and usually clearer water in the morning. Reports on loungers are mixed: some guests found available ones even later in the day, while others reported shortages in the morning and too few umbrellas. The A101 supermarket across the road is cheaper than the on-site shop.
For families seeking a quieter area, the pool by the accommodation buildings is separated from the entertainment zone and has no music or activities. Room cleaning was rated as average; bathrooms have a shower partition rather than a door, so water can spill onto the floor. Housekeeping can provide requested toiletries and towels.
The main restaurant can be noisy and short of tables at peak times; there is a lesser-known second floor. Snack bars are generally less crowded. Food is considered decent overall, though the fish selection is described as weak.
A family 3-room suite was good overall, but the buildings are old with no elevator — carrying a stroller up to the third floor is tough. Food variety beats pricier resorts like Voyage and Rixos, imported alcohol with a wide selection, and animation was solid. Prices in early August weren't cheap, but it felt worth it.
Food quality was solid with plenty of choice. Rooms feel worn but everything works — stayed in a 2-room family suite in the main building. The smaller separate buildings look nicer but have downsides: occasional sewage smell and a disco that runs loud until 2am. Not much to walk around on the property besides a short stretch along the sea.