Balmy Beach Resort Kemer

We stayed for five nights in late September 2026. Let’s start with the positives. Thankfully, it is an adults-only (+18) hotel. There was a sense of calm everywhere, at all times, which made for a genuinely peaceful holiday. The music and volume levels contributed greatly to this. The staff, particularly those working in the dining area, were young, hardworking and friendly. Cleanliness was likewise excellent, everywhere and at all times. The rooms were a good size and nicely designed, and the beds were comfortable. There was very good coffee available. Every day, we enjoyed properly made, delicious espressos. The tea was equally good: well brewed and tasty at any time of day. Breakfast and lunch were adequate. Fortunately, the variety of salads and olive-oil-based dishes made up for what was lacking elsewhere. In the evenings, there was döner one night and seafood on another. Unfortunately, the döner was made from minced meat and therefore did not prove particularly popular. Likewise, the uncleaned crabs were largely ignored, as they were rather cumbersome to deal with and offered relatively little meat once you had gone to the trouble of getting it out. Langoustines would have been a much better choice. The prawns were a little tough from being overcooked, but they were fresh and were well received. The muhallebi at the à la carte restaurant was exceptional. The landscaping was very pleasant. Banana trees, Japanese roses and the Bey Mountains right next door made for a lovely setting. I am not particularly an ice-cream person, but the vanilla flavour was the real thing, and the caramel was not bad either. Judging by how popular that little cabin was, it is clearly well liked. Now for the negatives. When we arrived, we were greeted by a rather sour-faced, awkward young man. As luck would have it, he was also there when we left. First impressions are extremely important in a hotel, and I really think that young gentleman should be taken away from the front desk. There is also a middle-aged male waiter in the dining area. He seems to be an optimistic sort of person and tries to joke around and create a bit of banter, but he apparently does not understand that touching and hugging female tourists crosses a line into inappropriate and undignified behaviour. Then there is a young woman called Tugce at the bar. Whenever we saw her, regardless of the day, she was doing her job with a rather authoritarian facial expression and an extremely cold manner. Unfortunately, the swimming pool looked as though it had been left over from the 1990s. That typical blue-tiled pool feels rather out of place in the 2020s. Using tiles in more contemporary colours; navy, white, or even red (we saw a hotel with red tiles once and absolutely loved it) would have made it look considerably more up to date. The beach was unfortunately not particularly appealing because of the type of pebbly sand. The sea was calm enough for swimming in the mornings, but sadly became quite choppy towards midday. The selection of drinks was adequate. One of the bartenders, however, clearly had very little idea what he was doing. I ordered a Dry Martini and he poured a huge amount of dry vermouth into the shaker without measuring it, followed by the gin, of course. I stopped him and told him that I wanted no more vermouth than would fit in the cap. He then made it again. At another bar, we asked for a Pina Colada. It turned out they had neither coconut cream nor coconut milk. We suggested making it with Malibu instead, at least that would avoid using some artificial coconut syrup, but even that was not possible, so we gave up. Thankfully, we later had some perfectly decent Negronis made by bartenders who actually knew what they were doing. A DJ comes to the beach bar around sunset, but frankly, there is no need for him. The low-BPM, mediocre dance music was a long way from being anything resembling quality. On the other hand, the live bands on three consecutive evenings after dinner were not bad at all. To sum up, I would describe it not as a four-star hotel that narrowly missed five stars, but as a very straightforward four-star hotel. Nothing more. The quality of the guests staying there is much the same as the hotel itself: not particularly sophisticated, but broadly middle to upper-middle class. We certainly have no regrets about staying there. Would we go back? I don't think so. Not because there was anything fundamentally wrong with the hotel, but because the sea and the swimming pool simply weren't anything particularly special.

A beautiful setting with the sea on one side and mountains on the other. A lovely hotel - our room was great and had a huge bed - surrounded with beautiful gardens. The staff were all very friendly, helpful and welcoming and the hotel and gardens were always very clean. The food and drinks were excellent, with great choices and variety for both. There was entertainment every night, mostly a variety of very good bands. The beach is a little stony, but you can get into the sea via a walkway or a jetty. The pool is beautiful.

Our stay at the Balmy Beach Resort of Kemer was nothing short of exceptional. From the very beginning, we found exactly what we had been hoping for: relaxation, peace, tranquillity and a wonderful sense of elegance. The food was outstanding. As Italians, we can be quite demanding when it comes to cuisine, but the restaurant truly exceeded our expectations. Every meal was a pleasure and contributed to making our stay even more special. The sea is beautifully clear, while the beach is spotless, peaceful and very well equipped. The same care and attention can be seen throughout the resort: the common areas are impeccably maintained and the swimming pool is simply wonderful. We stayed in a beautiful room with our own private pool, surrounded by lush banana trees. It was an incredibly peaceful and charming setting and, without a doubt, one of the highlights of our stay. A special mention must also go to the staff. The housekeeping team was attentive, discreet and courteous, and the same warmth and professionalism were shown by the waiters and by every member of staff we had the pleasure of meeting. It was a truly unique experience, filled with beautiful moments and a wonderful sense of peace. We left with unforgettable memories and the feeling that we had discovered a very special place. A stay we will always remember.

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Balmy Beach Resort in Kemer and truly loved everything about this place. The location is beautiful, with stunning mountain views and its own private beach. Everything was very clean and well maintained. The food was delicious and varied, with plenty of choices every day. At breakfast, Saban always welcomed us with a smile and such a positive attitude. He was very attentive to our needs and made us feel truly well taken care of, so we would especially like to thank him for his kindness and hospitality. There was also live entertainment every evening at the beach bar, with a different singer each night. It usually started around 9 PM and finished around 11 PM, which we really appreciated because it created a lovely atmosphere without disturbing guests who wanted to rest. We also tried several massages at the spa and they were absolutely wonderful. The massages were done in small bungalows, with soft relaxing music and the sound of the sea in the background, which made the whole experience even more special. A huge thank you to Putu, who truly has magical hands and made every massage incredibly relaxing. Balmy Beach Resort is the perfect place if you are looking to relax, disconnect and enjoy a peaceful holiday in a beautiful setting. We had an amazing time and would happily come back again.

We are returning to this hotel for the second time in a row—once you’ve been here, it’s impossible not to come back. I’d like to make special mention of the very attentive staff, who speak languages ​​fluently. It is clean and beautiful, and the rooms are very pleasant. Nowhere else have I felt as calm and relaxed during a beach holiday as I have here.