Marmaris Bay Resort is an adults-only property of 281 rooms in the Adaköy area on the Marmaris shoreline, offered with all-inclusive rates on some plans. It is placed in the top hotel class, and guest reviews are strong, with praise for the location in particular. Rooms include standard doubles and twins of about 258 square feet with garden or partial sea views, two-bedroom suites and family rooms of 527 to 581 square feet with garden views, and a five-bedroom Comfort Villa with a sea view that sleeps nine. Every room has air conditioning, a free stocked minibar, a safe, free Wi-Fi, satellite television and a balcony or patio. The grounds include two outdoor pools, a private beach with two beach bars and two poolside bars, three restaurants with a free breakfast buffet, a spa with massage and facials, and a gym with yoga and Pilates classes.
For active guests there are three outdoor tennis courts, basketball, bike rentals, kayaking and canoeing, plus a convenience shop. The all-inclusive plan covers buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and selected drinks, although gourmet dining is limited to one meal per stay and some venues keep short hours, so read the rules for your rate. Pools are open during the day, roughly from morning to late afternoon, which suits a relaxed schedule rather than late-night pool parties. Check-in is from 3 pm and check-out at noon, with late arrival and late departure arrangements available.
Location
The hotel is a one-minute walk from Marmaris National Park and about five minutes on foot from the Marmaris Yacht Marina, which gives quick access to boat departures and waterfront restaurants. The town centre, beach and Grand Bazaar are roughly an eighteen-minute drive away, so plan on a taxi or the hotel shuttle for evenings in the old town. Dalaman Airport is about an hour and forty minutes by road. Some guests note that the private beach has a mix of sandy and rocky entry, so bring water shoes.
Who it suits
Couples, honeymooners, groups of adult friends and anyone who wants a resort holiday without children. The adults-only policy keeps the atmosphere calm, and the setting among pines and bays is quiet. Families should choose a hotel with a children's program. Book a sea-view room if you can, and ask the staff about sunset spots along the shore.
The hotel is a convenient base for the marina, from which day boats leave for the Gökova bays, and for tours to Dalyan and Akyaka. The hotel can help arrange boat trips and tours from the nearby marina, and a quiet corner of the garden is a good place for an evening drink.
Why stay here
- ✓Adults only
- ✓All-inclusive plans
- ✓Two outdoor pools
- ✓Private beach with bars
- ✓Spa and massage
- ✓Three tennis courts
- ✓Kayaking and water sports
- ✓Free self-parking
Good questions
Is Marmaris Bay Resort adults only?+
Yes, the property is adults only, which keeps the atmosphere quiet.
Is it all-inclusive?+
All-inclusive rates are available on some plans. Gourmet dining is limited to one meal per stay.
How far is the marina?+
The Marmaris Yacht Marina is about a five-minute walk. The town centre is roughly an eighteen-minute drive.