Casa Mare

Casa Mare Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Casa Mare? For a 3-star place, it honestly punches way above its weight. I’ve stayed at plenty of supposedly fancier hotels in Antalya that left me feeling ripped off, but this little gem on Akdeniz Bulvarı – well, it’s got that rare thing where everything just works.

The location is actually perfect if you know Antalya at all. You’re right on the main boulevard, which sounds like it might be noisy, but the rooms face away from the traffic so you get the convenience without the constant hum of cars. It’s maybe a 10-minute walk to Kaleiçi if you take the side streets (which I always do – less touristy, more interesting), and there’s this fantastic little bakery just two blocks down that does the best börek I’ve had outside Istanbul. The hotel staff told me about it, which tells you something about how they actually care about your experience rather than just checking boxes.

What really impressed me was the attention to small stuff. The shower has proper water pressure – I mean, really good pressure, not the sad trickle you get at some places. The Wi-Fi actually works everywhere, even by the pool. And speaking of the pool, it’s nothing fancy but it’s clean and surprisingly quiet during the day since most guests are out exploring. The breakfast is solid too, though don’t expect anything revolutionary – fresh bread, local cheese, decent coffee, and they make a mean menemen if you ask nicely.

I stayed there during shoulder season in late April, and the whole vibe was just… relaxed, I guess? The front desk guy, Mehmet, actually remembered my name after the first day and would ask how my day trips went. That kind of personal touch is rare these days, especially at this price point. The rooms themselves are clean and comfortable – nothing Instagram-worthy, but honestly, who cares when you’re spending most of your time exploring the old town or lounging on Konyaaltı Beach anyway?

One thing to note – parking can be a bit tricky if you’re renting a car. There’s street parking, but it fills up fast, especially in summer. The hotel can arrange something for you though, just ask when you book. Also, if you’re the type who needs a gym or spa or whatever, this isn’t your place. But if you want somewhere clean, friendly, and genuinely well-run as a base for exploring one of Turkey’s most beautiful cities, Casa Mare nails it. That 9.5 rating isn’t a fluke – it’s what happens when a place focuses on doing the basics really, really well instead of trying to be something it’s not.

Casa Mare Accommodations

Reviews of Casa Mare

• Alexander from United States – 17 May 2025 (9/10)

• Alexandre from Canada – 25 November 2024 (10/10)

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