Puding Marina Residence sits on Mermerli Sokak in Kaleiçi, one minute's walk from the marina and two minutes from Mermerli Beach, with the Clock Tower and Hadrian's Gate a short stroll away. The historic building has an outdoor pool open from April to November, a poolside bar and restaurant, a spa with massage and sauna, a gym, a library, a garden and a terrace with marina access. Rooms range from Economy singles and doubles to Standard and Deluxe sea-view rooms, plus triple and family options, and all have air conditioning and free wifi. A local-cuisine breakfast is available for a modest extra fee, and free self-parking is on site.
Location and getting around: this is one of the best-placed hotels for sunsets and harbour life. Boat trips leave from the marina below, and the lanes of the old town lead to Hadrian's Gate and the bazaar in a few minutes. The airport is about 35 minutes by car, and the hotel offers an area shuttle for a surcharge. Konyaaltı Beach and the Düden waterfall are a short taxi ride, and tour operators can pick up from the hotel or a nearby point.
Rooms and who it suits: it suits couples, solo travellers and anyone who wants a historic building with a spa and harbour views rather than a modern resort. Sea-view Deluxe rooms are the ones to request. Note that there is no elevator, so it is less suitable for travellers with limited mobility, and old-town lanes require a short walk with luggage. Expedia lists a no-children policy that conflicts with its family room listings, so confirm with the hotel before booking if you travel with children.
Good to know: the pool closes from mid-November to the end of March, so check the date of your stay. Breakfast is served later than at many hotels, roughly 10:30 to 12:30, which suits relaxed mornings but not early tour departures; ask for a packed breakfast. Harbour restaurants can be lively at night, so ask for a quieter room if you are a light sleeper.
Why stay here
- ✓One minute from the marina
- ✓Seasonal outdoor pool (April to November)
- ✓Spa with massage and sauna
- ✓Gym and library
- ✓Terrace and garden
- ✓Sea-view Deluxe rooms
- ✓Free self-parking
- ✓Free in-room WiFi
Good questions
Is Puding Marina Residence at the harbour?+
Yes, it is on Mermerli Sokak in Kaleiçi, about a minute's walk from the marina and two minutes from Mermerli Beach.
Is the pool open in November?+
The listing shows the pool open from April to mid-November and closed afterward, so check the date of your stay.
Is there an elevator?+
No, there is no elevator, so it may not suit guests with limited mobility.
