Hawaii Hotel

Stay away from Yunus and Hawaii Yunus Hotel! If you're wondering whether to stay at these hotels, the answer is a definite NO. Yunus and Hawaii Yunus Hotels have the same manager. So they have the same management to guests.

One of the receptionists, Yunus, repeatedly harassed me throughout my stay. He came to my room multiple times for no legitimate reason, bothered me in the hallways, interrogated me about where I was going, and even followed me on the beach at night.

After I finally managed to get him to leave me alone, he showed up at my room AGAIN, late at night, announcing, "My shift is over, let's drink!" He then proceeded to drink alcohol and smoke despite my repeated objections. He also filmed me without my permission.

And what did the hotel management do about it? Absolutely nothing. They didn't fire him, remove him from his shifts, apologize, or even offer the slightest compensation for what they might call "the inconvenience."

I had to memorize his work schedule just to avoid running into him and barricade my room door at night to feel safe. Imagine paying for a hotel room and having to protect yourself from the hotel's own staff!

BTW. Sr. receptionist at YUNUS HAWAII, a man, even didn't listen to me, just sent to a girl-receptionist. So, it's a sign that managers doesn't care about safety of guests and they allow stuff to attack the guests and maybe even rape. They don't care!

UPDATE — And you know how the hotel responded to this review?

An apology? NO. Compensation? NO. Instead, THREATS!

Yes, the hotel actually started threatening me after I shared my experience publicly.

Rather than addressing the harassment or taking responsibility for their employee's behavior, the hotel chose to intimidate the guest who reported it.

This is the message they're sending: employees can harass guests, and guests who speak up will face threats.

Still thinking about staying here?

We stayed at Hotel Hawai by Yunus in Marmaris and overall had a very enjoyable stay.

At first glance, the hotel does look a little dated, and the standard rooms are relatively small. The beds are also on the smaller side, were some rooms have two single beds that can be pushed together as a bigger bed. The hotel does offer Premium Rooms, which are considerably more spacious, and I would definitely recommend choosing one of these if you are planning to stay here.

Where this hotel really stands out is the service. The majority of the staff genuinely go out of their way to make sure you have a great holiday. Their friendliness and hospitality really made a difference to our stay and gave us that real holiday feeling.

A special mention has to go to Ali and Dugai from the bar staff. They are two wonderful people with a genuine feel for hospitality and customer service. Their friendly attitude and personal attention made our holiday even more enjoyable. They are a real credit to the hotel.

The breakfast is simple but good, while lunch is also enjoyable and offers enough variety. Dinner is the highlight, with a wide choice of dishes and a different theme each evening, keeping the dining experience interesting throughout the stay. Our only criticism regarding the food would be the late-afternoon snacks, which could use a little more variety, as burgers, nuggets and fries were served almost every day.

The location is, in my opinion, excellent. The hotel is right in the middle of the action in Marmaris and only around 20 metres from the boulevard. Everything is within easy walking distance, making it a great base for exploring the town.

There is, however, one significant point of criticism: the Beach. The beach area is rather disappointing and, in our experience, was quite dirty, with a lot of cigarette butts and other litter. The beach itself is also quite gravelly, so it is not what I would describe as a particularly pleasant beach experience. Another downside is that there is no bar service directly on the beach. You can order drinks and food through the nearby Yunus Hotel, where guests receive a 10% discount, but in our opinion this takes away from the feeling of having a true all-inclusive experience. When staying at an all-inclusive hotel, we would expect the beach area to be part of that experience rather than having to purchase drinks separately.

If you are looking for complete peace and quiet, this hotel may also not be for you. The area can be lively and noisy in the evening. However, around midnight everything becomes noticeably quieter.

Overall, our conclusion is still very positive. Hotel Hawai by Yunus is a good hotel in a fantastic location, with staff who genuinely want to make sure you have a great holiday. The hotel itself may be somewhat dated and the standard rooms are not particularly spacious, and the beach definitely needs more attention. However, the excellent service, wonderful staff and superb location make this a hotel we would consider staying at again.

For us, the people working here are what make this hotel special.