Avlu Apartments, Icmeler, Turkey
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These lovely one bedroom apartments are peacefuly situated about 15-20 minutes walk from the resort center and beach with surrounding pinewood-mountains. Ideal choice for families who wants a lazy and peaceful holiday. Just 8.5 km to Marmaris and 100 km to Dalaman Airport. There are 8 lovely self catering apartments with one bedroom. Each apartment has twin or double bed's in the bedroom and 2 sofa beds in the living room, kitchenette, shower, wc, air conditioning, direct dial telephone and safe box. Bedroom and living room all have balconies. Pool table, swimming pool with children splash pool, bar, air conditioning, and Babycot’s avaible for rent. There are smoke detectors in the rooms and fire alarms in corridors, also maid service 6 days a week. There is tv, sunbeds with cushions and umbrellas by the pool area free of charge for the guests. loading...
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Avlu Apartments Reviews
" We were quite apprehensive about... "
Submitted By: Miss R Morgan
We were quite apprehensive about staying here as there are few reviews on the web but overall we were impressed.
We stayed in a one bed apartment in the Avlu 3 complex. There are only 10 apartments so there is a 'family feel' to the place. Staff are friendly and helpful (especially Bulent) The pool is nothing to write home about - its small and doesnt get the sun much...But the beach is literally 2 mins away. It costs 2.50 lira for a bed for the day...
The apartment was clean and basic - the beds are pretty hard but it didnt bother us too much...We didnt bother with cooking either as food was so cheap - Magestics nr the Canal do a brill full eng breakfast for a quid! Their evening meals are also fab - try the fish or steak....The Chinese next to Barons nr the top of the canal also amazing - 699 for all you can eat top notch Chinese food...
We spent most evenings at Magestiks - the staff are great and entertainment fun! (Its a bit samey samey but nevertheless fun!) Joes bar and Irish bar also fun...
I made a few calls to UK from hotel phone and 15 mins cost me a fiver! Cheap as Chips.... One word of warning - the showers are run by solar power, which meant if you didnt shower before 7 you would be having a cold one! That was our only main concern! Everything else was fine - and we seemed tucked away enough not to be bothered by late night noise! If you dont mind basic and but clean then these are the apartments for you! We're going back next yr!!!
We stayed in a one bed apartment in the Avlu 3 complex. There are only 10 apartments so there is a 'family feel' to the place. Staff are friendly and helpful (especially Bulent) The pool is nothing to write home about - its small and doesnt get the sun much...But the beach is literally 2 mins away. It costs 2.50 lira for a bed for the day...
The apartment was clean and basic - the beds are pretty hard but it didnt bother us too much...We didnt bother with cooking either as food was so cheap - Magestics nr the Canal do a brill full eng breakfast for a quid! Their evening meals are also fab - try the fish or steak....The Chinese next to Barons nr the top of the canal also amazing - 699 for all you can eat top notch Chinese food...
We spent most evenings at Magestiks - the staff are great and entertainment fun! (Its a bit samey samey but nevertheless fun!) Joes bar and Irish bar also fun...
I made a few calls to UK from hotel phone and 15 mins cost me a fiver! Cheap as Chips.... One word of warning - the showers are run by solar power, which meant if you didnt shower before 7 you would be having a cold one! That was our only main concern! Everything else was fine - and we seemed tucked away enough not to be bothered by late night noise! If you dont mind basic and but clean then these are the apartments for you! We're going back next yr!!!
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" me and my family stayed at avl 2... "
Submitted By: Mrs Ml Gamgoum
me and my family stayed at avl 2 apartments for a week in june.brilliant the roms are very lean lovely maids and simon what can i say you were brill my son thought the world of you and youve become a good friend to us all. also visited avlu 1 brilliant jamie, ferdie, and david, brilliant friendly went to avlu 3 smallish pool in the complex very small and c losed in but nice if you like small any way i love turkey alot go about twice a year stayed at mamaris in june 2008 at the rosy apartment very nice to we also stayed there in october o7 loved it love turkey great for shopping amd eating out very heap get to thre markets bargins golore barter with them thought they excpet it.
- Date of Holiday:Jun 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
" WE HAD A VERY GOOD HOLIDAY HERE, WE... "
Submitted By: Mr MARTIN MCPHILLIPSKERR
WE HAD A VERY GOOD HOLIDAY HERE, WE WERE MADE VERY WELCOME BY ERHUN, DAVID+FERDIE WE'RE GOING TO TRY AND COME BACK IN SEPTEMBER FOR ILSE'S BIRTHDAY. AS OF NOW AVLU I PROBABLY HAS LIFELONG CUSTOMERS WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE LADY WHO CLEANS THE ROOM FOR HER SERVICE THANK U TO ALL AVLU STAFF SEE U SOON MARTIN + ILSE + SHANNON + SCOTT
- Date of Holiday:May 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" Comments: The Avlu I is a great... "
Submitted By: Mrs Self Cater Chef
Comments: The Avlu I is a great accommodation, it is in a great location, the pool isn't very big but big enough for the small amount of rooms they have. You walk out of the accommodation and the shops, restaurants, pubs, hairdressers, doctors (just up the road) is there. Turn right and a 2 minute walk will take you to the beach. At night there are loads of bars and restaurants to choose from, we tried a few and didn't really have a bad meal there. I would recommen you to book your trip opposite bank AKBANK EREKOY travel thomas is a friendly person looks after you and if you ask him what to buy he wil tell you where the best placeses to go.
- Date of Holiday:Jun 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" We,ve just returned from icmeler and... "
Submitted By: Ms Tracy And Arry
We,ve just returned from icmeler and the avlu apartments, we went last minute and normally stay in a hotel but fancied a change and we were not disappointed we had a fabulous holiday and cant wait to go back. Pool area was lovely, plenty of beds, none of this reserving sunbeds. Bar area again very nice with two lovely lads Ferdi and Arhun, they are both friendly and full of fun nothing is a bother for them always a smile for you. My partner and i stayed in a studio so can only comment on them, again more than adequate, they were cleaned daily by two very nice lady,s who even washed up the pots we left from breakfast, you must bear in mind these are self catering apartments so you have to buy your own LOO ROLL just like every other self catering apartment, bed linen and towels provided for the duration of our stay, kitchen equiped with everything you need. Meals in the bar area very reasonable, most you,ll pay for a meal is 17 lira which is approx 7 qiud and thats for a steak, chicken dishes 11 lira which is approx 4.50 and pasta and pizzas which were all around 7 lira again approx 3 quid. I tried the chicken dishes and the pasta dishes all very nice, also very nice and generous full english breakfasts for 6 lira with proper bacon and sausage. Then we come to David the manager a very nice man who is always on hand to help you with anything and believe me after the problem that we had, nothing to do with the avlu i might add, he went above and beyond his job title and resolved our problem almost immediately he really was an absolute star. All in all i would recommend the avlu 1 apartments to anyone couples and families alike. Its about a 15 min stroll to the beach and by way of the canal is very nice. The dolmus to marmaris runs right by the apartments, and loads and loads of restaurants and bars all around your spoilt for choice. You,ll have a great time in icmeler at the avlu 1, were going back in october and cant wait.
- Date of Holiday:May 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" I have been going to the Avlu... "
Submitted By: Miss S Hunter
I have been going to the Avlu Apartments since 2004 and we have booked up for next year. I can’t tell you how much fun me and my family have here. We have met up with a lot of people year after year who go back and I would really recommend the apartments to anyone.
The staff have become family more than friends now; they are so helpful and work really hard to ensure that your holiday goes well. They work long hours, serving, cleaning round the pool area and occasionally providing us with entertainment (I've lost count of the amount of times the hose pipe came out and people were getting pushed in the pool).
The food is lovely and really cheap. The rooms are spotless with maid service every day. The garden and the whole place are gleaming.
Icmeler is a really lovely resort and the people are lovely. You are spoilt for choice on places to eat. I recommend Charlie’s Place (just over the road from Avlu) and the Lemmon Tree (before you reach cannal shops). For shopping Tansas is the local supermarket less than a five minute walk. And Elvis market (small shop) just next door to Charlie’s Place is a great little market, the staff are lovely there too. I would recommend Icmeler and Avlu apartments to anyone!
The staff have become family more than friends now; they are so helpful and work really hard to ensure that your holiday goes well. They work long hours, serving, cleaning round the pool area and occasionally providing us with entertainment (I've lost count of the amount of times the hose pipe came out and people were getting pushed in the pool).
The food is lovely and really cheap. The rooms are spotless with maid service every day. The garden and the whole place are gleaming.
Icmeler is a really lovely resort and the people are lovely. You are spoilt for choice on places to eat. I recommend Charlie’s Place (just over the road from Avlu) and the Lemmon Tree (before you reach cannal shops). For shopping Tansas is the local supermarket less than a five minute walk. And Elvis market (small shop) just next door to Charlie’s Place is a great little market, the staff are lovely there too. I would recommend Icmeler and Avlu apartments to anyone!
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" We were sold this holiday by going... "
Submitted By: Mr C WILLIAMS
We were sold this holiday by going places as a 3 star rating and expected these standards to be met. There were many things that we were not happy with, but cleanliness was the main one.
On appearance the apartment looked ok, but after taking a shower and walking through the room barefoot, my feet were black. The towels were changed once in a week. When I asked I was told this was normal! We also had to provide our own toilet roll as once you have used the 1/2 a roll provided you were expected to do this!
When sitting around the pool the staff played 1 Turkish record 7 times in a row as loud as they could. This was consistent throughout the holiday and we couldn’t relax as we expected to do.
Overall the holiday was a massive disappointment and would not recommend it to anyone!
On appearance the apartment looked ok, but after taking a shower and walking through the room barefoot, my feet were black. The towels were changed once in a week. When I asked I was told this was normal! We also had to provide our own toilet roll as once you have used the 1/2 a roll provided you were expected to do this!
When sitting around the pool the staff played 1 Turkish record 7 times in a row as loud as they could. This was consistent throughout the holiday and we couldn’t relax as we expected to do.
Overall the holiday was a massive disappointment and would not recommend it to anyone!
- Date of Holiday:Oct 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
" What an amazing place. The apartments... "
Submitted By: Miss E.L Hartley
What an amazing place. The apartments were nice, good size, and everything you need. You can hire a safe in your room, for £5 a week which is well worth it!
The guys there, David, Jamie, and Ferdi were top blokes, they will do anything for you, and nothing is too much trouble. Cleaners were great, lovely people.
Loved the apartments so much we have booked for 3 weeks next year! Pool area is beautiful, bar area is lovely and the apartments are located in such a great place, right near the beach, tanser (supermarket) and all the bars! Brilliant.
The guys there, David, Jamie, and Ferdi were top blokes, they will do anything for you, and nothing is too much trouble. Cleaners were great, lovely people.
Loved the apartments so much we have booked for 3 weeks next year! Pool area is beautiful, bar area is lovely and the apartments are located in such a great place, right near the beach, tanser (supermarket) and all the bars! Brilliant.
- Date of Holiday:May 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" 10/10 what a joke. 11/10 is more like... "
Submitted By: Mrs Sarah Randall
10/10 what a joke. 11/10 is more like it.
We have stayed at the Avlu twice now and have just booked for next year.
The rooms are very clean and are cleaned on a daily basis (even if you end up the worse for wear and sleep in). The pool is excellent and is cleaned every evening the Turkish night is a definite must the bar is relaxing and clean.
Now the staff... it is like going on holiday with friends there is NOTHING that they would not do for you, no job too big. They are so much fun and all work very hard.
Icmeler was my first flying holiday and I must say I am definitely not a fan but Icmeler is worth the nerves.
The food is the best in Icmeler (we tried to kidnap the chef for my teenage daughter who adores his chicken burger with a twist) the pasta dishes are to die for and the steak is amazing.
Whatever your choice is be it shopping, sunbathing or just chilling by the pool I promise you that you will book again to Avlu 1.
Jamie and Ferdi the bar staff will be there to welcome you and David the manager will be there to torment you. A good bunch of friends you will leave behind and long to see again see you in 3 weeks boys...
We have stayed at the Avlu twice now and have just booked for next year.
The rooms are very clean and are cleaned on a daily basis (even if you end up the worse for wear and sleep in). The pool is excellent and is cleaned every evening the Turkish night is a definite must the bar is relaxing and clean.
Now the staff... it is like going on holiday with friends there is NOTHING that they would not do for you, no job too big. They are so much fun and all work very hard.
Icmeler was my first flying holiday and I must say I am definitely not a fan but Icmeler is worth the nerves.
The food is the best in Icmeler (we tried to kidnap the chef for my teenage daughter who adores his chicken burger with a twist) the pasta dishes are to die for and the steak is amazing.
Whatever your choice is be it shopping, sunbathing or just chilling by the pool I promise you that you will book again to Avlu 1.
Jamie and Ferdi the bar staff will be there to welcome you and David the manager will be there to torment you. A good bunch of friends you will leave behind and long to see again see you in 3 weeks boys...
- Date of Holiday:Jun 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" It was our first time in Turkey and... "
Submitted By: Mr G Law
It was our first time in Turkey and had a brilliant time - I'd recommend the Avlu 1 apartments to anyone. Situated at the end of the strip, you are very near to the bars and restaurants but there's no problem with any noise. The beach is about 5-10 mins walk away and is pretty decent.
We spent most of our time at the Avlu pool where it was great to chill out where the food and drink was good value for money. The manager David plus bar staff Jamie and Ferdie are top blokes and we had a good laugh with them. They were so friendly and hospitable.
The rooms are basic, clean and the maid service is spot on. The food is excellent and good prices - chicken burger and chips around £2 and one night we eat in the bar and had a lovely steak and chips for about a fiver! It is so good, we met a couple of families who have been coming to Avlu each summer for the past four years!
The restaurants are not bad but if you want quality food, make sure you visit the Love Boat or the Chef next door. The other places become really loud at 9pm where the waiters start doing the Macarena etc, which is entertaining the first time, but not every night and you can't hear yourself speak!
Make sure you do the Turkish Night (about £13) where you get good entertainment, a big meal and unlimited beer! The fake clothes aren't bad, but haggle to get cheap deals. Offer half the price, then meet in the middle. Go to walk out of the shop and they soon drop their prices! I got 4 Lacoste polo's for £10. The traders are annoying when they come up to try to sell you stuff, so best bet to ignore them. Cigarettes are cheaper at Dalaman airport.
Everywhere accepts English money as the Turkish Lira fluctuates so much and the Pound is better for them. Change your money in Turkey for a better rate of exchange or just use English!
The only downside is the 1.5hr transfer from the airport, but you have a stop on the way and the coach has air con, so it's not too bad. Apart from that, we couldn't fault anything else in the holiday... Well apart from exorbitant prices at Dalaman airport for food and drink. Beer and a Coke cost £10 and a Burger King Whopper £5!
Overall, thanks to David, Ferdie and Jamie for a wonderful stay!
We spent most of our time at the Avlu pool where it was great to chill out where the food and drink was good value for money. The manager David plus bar staff Jamie and Ferdie are top blokes and we had a good laugh with them. They were so friendly and hospitable.
The rooms are basic, clean and the maid service is spot on. The food is excellent and good prices - chicken burger and chips around £2 and one night we eat in the bar and had a lovely steak and chips for about a fiver! It is so good, we met a couple of families who have been coming to Avlu each summer for the past four years!
The restaurants are not bad but if you want quality food, make sure you visit the Love Boat or the Chef next door. The other places become really loud at 9pm where the waiters start doing the Macarena etc, which is entertaining the first time, but not every night and you can't hear yourself speak!
Make sure you do the Turkish Night (about £13) where you get good entertainment, a big meal and unlimited beer! The fake clothes aren't bad, but haggle to get cheap deals. Offer half the price, then meet in the middle. Go to walk out of the shop and they soon drop their prices! I got 4 Lacoste polo's for £10. The traders are annoying when they come up to try to sell you stuff, so best bet to ignore them. Cigarettes are cheaper at Dalaman airport.
Everywhere accepts English money as the Turkish Lira fluctuates so much and the Pound is better for them. Change your money in Turkey for a better rate of exchange or just use English!
The only downside is the 1.5hr transfer from the airport, but you have a stop on the way and the coach has air con, so it's not too bad. Apart from that, we couldn't fault anything else in the holiday... Well apart from exorbitant prices at Dalaman airport for food and drink. Beer and a Coke cost £10 and a Burger King Whopper £5!
Overall, thanks to David, Ferdie and Jamie for a wonderful stay!
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
" First time in Turkey and am glad we... "
Submitted By: Mr J Cochrane
First time in Turkey and am glad we picked these apartments; they were cleaned every day by really friendly people.
When we arrived we were made immediately welcome by David and his crew (Jamie and ferdie) they couldn't do enough for us, they all went out of their way to be friendly and helpful.
Highly recommended for a relaxing holiday far enough from all the hustle and bustle of the resort, but still only 5 mins from the beach and the centre.
When we return we will definitely return to Avlu 1 Apartments.
Also its worth trying Captain Bullsh*t for a meal, the staff and food are excellent.
When we arrived we were made immediately welcome by David and his crew (Jamie and ferdie) they couldn't do enough for us, they all went out of their way to be friendly and helpful.
Highly recommended for a relaxing holiday far enough from all the hustle and bustle of the resort, but still only 5 mins from the beach and the centre.
When we return we will definitely return to Avlu 1 Apartments.
Also its worth trying Captain Bullsh*t for a meal, the staff and food are excellent.
- Date of Holiday:May 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" My partner and I stayed for 2 weeks... "
Submitted By: Ms M A Catchpole
My partner and I stayed for 2 weeks in Avlu 1. The holiday was great. The staff at Avlu were friendly and helpful and became friends with all. We were a short walk from the beach and had some lovely walks in the evening along with beautiful scenery all around.
To any one considering using the coaches to and from the airport and apartments, please make sure the driver is competent and awake enough to do his job efficiently. Our driver crashed our coach while taking us to Dalaman airport. We were both badly hurt. The driving in Turkey is dreadful so take care.
You should visit Captain Bull**** restaurant for a meal and to on his boat trips. They are memorable. Have a good holiday and take care.
To any one considering using the coaches to and from the airport and apartments, please make sure the driver is competent and awake enough to do his job efficiently. Our driver crashed our coach while taking us to Dalaman airport. We were both badly hurt. The driving in Turkey is dreadful so take care.
You should visit Captain Bull**** restaurant for a meal and to on his boat trips. They are memorable. Have a good holiday and take care.
- Date of Holiday:Aug 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" This was my first trip to turkey and... "
Submitted By: Miss D J Kernohan
This was my first trip to turkey and I must say I thoroughly enjoyed it! We only went for one week but next time it definitely will be longer. We stayed in Avlu 1 apartments and thought the staff were very pleasant and helpful and would be there basically at your beck and call!
The Turkish people in general are lovely but be sure if there is something to sell they will try their best to sell you it! I would recommend Avlu apartments to families or for couples looking to just relax away from the bustle, saying that it's only a short walk to the many restaurants and bars.
The Turkish people in general are lovely but be sure if there is something to sell they will try their best to sell you it! I would recommend Avlu apartments to families or for couples looking to just relax away from the bustle, saying that it's only a short walk to the many restaurants and bars.
- Date of Holiday:Jul 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
" I went to Avlu II in May and it was... "
Submitted By: Miss HB Brown
I went to Avlu II in May and it was the best holiday I have ever had in my entire life! There are plenty activities to do in Icmeler.
The one I enjoyed the most was the Jeep Safari. I would definitely recommend anyone who stays in Icmeler to go on the jeep safari! It is an unforgettable memory of mine and always will be! The people there are very friendly and like to have a good laugh with all their visitors. I would definitely go back!
The one I enjoyed the most was the Jeep Safari. I would definitely recommend anyone who stays in Icmeler to go on the jeep safari! It is an unforgettable memory of mine and always will be! The people there are very friendly and like to have a good laugh with all their visitors. I would definitely go back!
- Date of Holiday:May 2005
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Manos
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Has anyone got a photo of Mehmet from the beach? The young guy who comes over and chats to you all the time! He was so lovely and we'd love a photo of him if anyone has one. Our camera got broken on the 2nd day so we didn't get a chance to get a photo! I'd really appreciate it if you could send me one to: funkychicken646@hotmail.com
Thanks alot, a fantastic holiday, would highly recommend Icmeler and the Avlu 1 Apartments,
Hannah and Katie