Ovacik Oludeniz, Oludeniz, Turkey | (888) 635-3814
Family friendly all-inclusive surrounded by pretty Babadag mountains
Air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and balconies
Outdoor pool with waterslide, volleyball net, and adjacent loungers
Free shuttle to Billy’s Beach
Well-reviewed buffet restaurant, plus pool bar for snacks and drinks
Kids activities and entertainment, as well as an outdoor playground
Game room with billiards and ping-pong
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Mini-market selling snacks and sundries
Interiors have dated furnishings
Wi-Fi is hit or miss
In-room safes require a fee
The 133-room Yel Holiday Resort is a mid-range all-inclusive, located in the quieter Oludeniz neighborhood of Ovacik. Though no beaches are within walking distance, the hotel offers a free shuttle to Billy’s Beach, where guests can rent sunbeds. Amenities aren't as extensive as similar properties, but they include an outdoor pool with a waterslide, a well-reviewed buffet restaurant, and game room, plus activities and entertainment to keep occupied. Rooms are dated and underwhelming, but they're air-conditioned and equipped with flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges. Easy access to nearby Hisaronu's nightlife is a plus, but travelers looking to be closer to the water may prefer the Suncity Hotel & Beach Club.
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Scene
Villas with dated interiors on lovely manicured grounds
Yel Holiday Resort is a family-friendly property consisting of cheerful pale-yellow villas with small wrought-iron balconies. The grounds are manicured with shrubbery and plenty of bougainvillea, lavender, and jasmine, as well as palm trees. There are paved pathways meandering through the property, and guests should be aware that there are inclines and steps throughout. Interiors aren't quite as striking, mostly outfitted with dated earth-tone furnishings. Still, with its welcoming atmosphere and reasonable pricing, guests return year after year and rate this resort highly.
Location
Located in Ovacik, with plenty of transportation options to get around
Yel Holiday Resort is located in Ovacik, which is quieter than neighboring Hisaronu or Oludeniz. Although the town still has some restaurants and bars of its own. Guests can get to Hisaronu by taxi or bus in 10 minutes or walk for 30 minutes. There, they’ll find an array of souvenir shops, restaurants, bars, and spas. Oludeniz and its beach are not within walking distance, but can be reached in 15 minutes by car. There are also buses close by that are inexpensive and run frequently. Additionally, the resort offers a free shuttle to pretty Billy’s Beach, where they can rent sunbeds and swim with sea turtles. Ovacik is only a 20-minute drive from the lovely seaside town of Fethiye, which has a castle, museum, and ruins. Dalaman Airport is an hour's drive.
Rooms
Simple, air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges
The resort's 133 rooms are simple affairs featuring old-fashioned wood furniture with gold detail, beige tiles, white walls, and patterned linens. Some rooms are showing wear and tear, and there's no artwork to spruce up the spaces. All rooms have a small balcony or patio with two chairs and a table; upper-floor balconies offer stunning views of the mountains. Also standard are air conditioners, 22-inch flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges with soda and water. Modern bathrooms underwent a renovation in 2015 and have pretty tiling, stall showers, oblong mirrors with sconces, wall-mounted hairdryers, and soap dispensers. Wi-Fi is free but the signal is spotty, and safes require a fee.
Features
Outdoor pool, good buffet, and an assortment of entertainment
The main feature of the Yel Holiday Resort is its outdoor pool, outfitted with a bridge and waterslide. Next to the main pool is a small toddlers’ pool, which gets shade from the trees. The pool bar has a large outdoor seating area, flanked by the pool on one side and the road on the other. Alcoholic drinks have limited time frames for being inclusive and, like most resorts, are limited in scope to local beer and alcohol. The restaurant is furnished in a low-key traditional Turkish style, offering both indoor and outdoor seating. The buffet fare receives praise for both quality and variety, particularly the Sunday Roast. All-inclusive rates include three scheduled meals, as well as set times for snacks, ice cream, and high tea. A mini-market is also available for snacks and sundries. Entertainment is provided, including Turkish dancing and fire shows. There are some activities geared toward children, such as face painting, plus an outdoor playground and game room with table tennis and billiards is available.
