Jasmine Beach

We have just returned from the Jasmin and having read the wonderful reports before we went we were quite disappointed . Our room was on ground level and although clean and spacious it felt quite claustrophobic with all the foliage outside. It did give some privacy and shade however. We didn't ask for a change of room because compared with some apartments it was wonderful. What it must be like to be situated near the main pool I shudder to think. Loud music blaring out until all hours of the night. We encountered quite a lot of noise from the other pool(which was near our apartment), not just music but the constant clank of the snooker ball being hit. There were a lot of children running aroung screaming sometimes until 2.00am. The cleaning staff do a very good job and were very pleasant. The rooms were cleaned daily and towels and bedding changed frequently. The hotel is situated across from the beach which although not marvellous we prefered to go to as the pool was very busy. Even here after midday music started booming out from the bars, and could be heard from across the bay. The beach has free sunbeds and parasols (just pay for the mattress) and had a breeze especially in the afternoon. We didn't like Gumbet very much, although the path along the beach was quite pleasant, lined with restaurants. Bar Street is very loud and we didn't like the constant hassle from bar and shop owners trying to get you into their places. We enjoyed eating at the Mistral Restaurant - handy for the Jasmin, and very reasonable. Coming home however, you had to 'run the gauntlet' of the young Turkish men who tried to force 'free' roses and bracelets on our 13 year old daughter. One even gave her a kiss. She felt quite intimidated after that. Dolmus (small buses) are a great way to travel. Get it from outside hotel into Bodrum. At the terminus possible to get another Dolmus to other resorts, which is what we did. A good cheap efficient way to travel around. Bodrum is very nice. Didn't get as much hassle here, although we only went in the daytime. Try eating at authentic Turkish restaurants - even cheaper and very good. Much more sophisticated than Gumbet's Bar Street, with it's flashing lights and blaring music, which seemed like the Golden Mile at Blackpool. We went on two boat trips booked with Super Ali (Gumbet Cooperative) situated just along the sea front from Hotel. Very reasonable and a brilliant day out. Also booked Turkish bath through him which was very enjoyable. We also went on the village tour booked through Tan Tours which was good value. Picked up at hotel, some refreshments and a meal included, only cost £5 each. Only downside was that at the end they try to sell you the carpets that they make. It was a bit embarrassing as no one bought anything. So all in all it wasn't the best holiday we have had. But a lot of people come back every year to the Jasmin, so in the end it all comes down to personal taste.

Four of us, aged 20-25 stayed at the Jasmine the first 2 weeks of June. When we arrived at the hotel we were really impressed. Its a massive complex with lush gardens throughout. Theres a lot of staff everywhere all very pleasant, especially the reception guys. The cleaners are so lovely and always happy even when they saw the state of our room a few times!! we got a lovely note and wee plant on our last day! I think we got one of the best located rooms, 434 i think. Top floor for balcony sunbathing and great to sit and watch people stumbling home at 6am! Only the bedroom has air con but it was ok for us the main room never got too hot. the kitchen was basic but great for making rice, pastas toast etc. Theres a 24 hours shop in the hotel but it can be a little pricey! We had lunch a few times in the front snack bar. The guy there, think his name was Spike was quite amusing! We had dinner once in the hotel but we thought the hotel food was really best for snacks not meals! The beach is 50m away so we didnt use the pools. Its not the greatest beach but theres a nice breeze while sunbathing and the option of watersports is right there you want. Just so you know, if you use the cushion on the sunbed you need to pay 5lira to the guy who walks about. we just lay in the sand on our towels or lilos. The resort of Turgutreis has a lovely beach and the biggest market on the peninsula on a Saturday. Get the dolmus, or a taxi. Agree on 40 lira if ya need to get taxi. For eating out id suggest walking towards the centre and eating either near bar street or along the waterfront, giving the restaurants a miss that are right beside the hotel. The food in China Town near bar street is amazing and the staff are very welcoming and friendly! now for the nightlife! the atmosphere walking down bar street is fab! Bars you must visit are - Xbar, Shakers, Central and Mystery. Outback is an Australian themed bar, great to chill out in and meet some people. Next door is legends! Super friendly staff, great drinks, shots + cocktails menu! Opposite Mystery is a wee bar on the corner. Cant remember the name but go in, Vodka+red bull is cheap cheap cheap! Also If ya like karaoke theres a brilliant karaoke bar right underneath mystery bar. Places are open v late, we were never home much before 5am! enjoy your holidays!! ps - An easy way to convert your money into Stirling. Multiply by 4 and divide by 10. 5 lira X 4 = 20. divide by 10 its £2!

We have just returned from a two week holiday at the Jasmine, family of 4 with kids 12 and 13 yrs. The hotel is well situated on the quiet, Bodrum side of the Gumbet town beach. The beach is just across the small quiet road about 50 yrds from the pool, and is handy for cooling down. To get to the centre of Gumbet just cross the road and walk along the promanade for about 100 m or so (just to where there is a break in the footpath) then turn left up one of the small alleyways which take you up to the busy town center, takes about 5 - 10 minutes walk depending on how many drinks you've had LOL. Buy all your water, fruit etc in the little markets in town as its at least half and sometimes a quarter the price of the Jasmine shop, likewise is the sun creams etc. The Jasmine is clean and friendly with nice gardens and the bar staff are good craic, John John is a cool guy and Playboy looks like Ronaldo, not his fault though. Snacks at the Jasmine are not bad but the Calypso Bar just on the corner outside the Jasmin is well priced for snacks etc, oh and the pool table is free. If you get a chance go to Molly Malones Bar situated above the Atlantic Bar its good craic and say Hi to Ches, Poke, David, Jack, Frankie and Dragon from us Brian, Maggie( posh/pished spice), Gemma and Paul.

Got back from Jasmin Beach about two weeks ago, just thought I would write and tell how great it was. Just us two girls went and had the best holiday! The apartments were clean and spacious, we had a balcony, not much a view but hey who cares we were never in. We went to the local supermarkets for our supplies such as bottled water, bread, cheese etc It was cheaper than at the hotel and more choice. The first day there the hotel staff tried to get us to have a turkish bath on the hotel site but we refused and glad we did as they were asking about ten times as much as if you go into Gumbet town to Bora's travel guide kiosk. we got the best deal on a two day trip to Ephasus and pamaloke, turkish bath and a turkish bath for £45, Excellent value and the trip was brilliant. The tour guide that accompanied us was called Fartey (can't spell it sorry) and he was such a good laugh! We had a hotel for the night with a mael and lunch the next day included in the price. Along the way they stopped at a gold centre and we bought some lovely jewerly that was guarenteed for 5 years! The weather was lovely and food was great! so cheap. If you walk along the beach there are some excellent resturants that give you a free bottle of wine and garlic bread. Two meals only came to about £7 Bargain!! I recomment a turkish bath with full body massage, they were so professional and really made you feel great as well as relaxed. We also took advantage of the boat trip with Sinbad. It cost us about £9 each and we were gone all day and had our lunch included. We got to see a couple of islands where we could jump into the sea and went to camel beach. Breathtaking views and kind friendly staff along the way. All in all the holiday was fantastic and jasmin beach gave us an excellent base for our holiday. The bar staff were great and didn't even mind me jumping on the bar to dance to Vindaloo when England won a match!! The only snag was that i had some money stolen from a purse i left in the apartment. I only had £4 in sterling but it was taken, i can only assume it was the maid. I told the reception manager and his response was to insult me by making out i was telling a fib - i only expected a apology! apart from that II would definitly recommend gumbet so what are you waiting for!!!

This was our third year staying at the Jasmine apartments. They are always really clean and the staff are great. (For those that might know him, John John who worked in Shakers the last couple of years is now working here) The apartments are only a couple of minutes walk from the beach and about a 10 minute walk to bar street along the beach - far enough away not to be disturbed by the noise, close enough to stagger home after a long night!!

This hotel was fabulous! It has a great location with excellent friendly staff and the houses were lovely with marbled bathrooms, lovely terraces and a great pool and bar! So relaxing with a quiet side road to the town, which was walk-able but was hard to get over the big main road so I suggest getting a taxi for 3 or 4 euros down to the main centre. Lovely excursions to Ephesus but I recommend taking a hat and extra sun lotion, its very exposed! But amazing! I loved Bodrum and would go back in a flash!

claire & mark, we went to turkey june it was boss by far the best holiday ever, going back next year but bringing the baby this time xx

jasmin beach wot a stay clean lovly friendly the best staff so good been there three times in one year wot else can i say ....

Stayed at Jasmine in Sept 2005 with group of friends. The location is perfect - with beach and water sports across the street. Security guard at the front entrance 24/7 with more patrolling guards during the night....they kept noise to a mininum but in the nicest possible way. Apartments are adequate with great room service when requested - we rang the bar/cafe staff to deliver everyday. Staff are friendly but not in your face....if you want to be left alone they take the hint and do go to the beauty salon if you get a chance as very good prices. I would defo go back to the jasmine.

I don't know how anyone could dislike the jasmin beach apartments!!!! the staff are fab you could not complain!!!!! i have been going to the jasmin for the past 6 years and loved it!!! i also went in october, the weather was poor but reasonable, its not the best time to go as everyone is waiting for the season to end, you have to except that they have worked 6 months with no time off and work all the time!!!! i serosly do not understand how anyone could hate the resort!!!! I have just booked my ticket and goign for the season this year and staying at the jasmin!!!!! cant wait!!!!!