Jules Wanderer
For how much it is to stay here in the off-season, this hotel cannot be beat.
The staff were very friendly, letting me check-in early and even use the breakfast buffet. My room was clean and spacious. But by far, the best part is the hotels amenities, specifically the Turkish spa and countless pools!
I would definitely stay here again and recommend it, especially if one gets off-season pricing!
Marin Yankov
We stayed at Garcia Hotel between August 20-23 with my family. The rooms were spacious and ideal for families. The bathroom was a bit old, but still acceptable in terms of comfort. The staff were very attentive, especially Chef Murat, who was very kind and caring towards the guests. Although the food variety was not huge, the price-quality-performance balance was quite satisfying. Overall, we were pleased with the hospitality and had a pleasant holiday experience.
Kirill Boichenko
My family and I stayed at this hotel in early September. We absolutely loved it and didn't want to leave. We're incredibly grateful to the hotel management, chefs, and service staff—everything was top-notch. I'd especially like to highlight the hotel's location, nestled in a pine forest with stunning views and fresh air. We'd be delighted to return next year and highly recommend it.
Lara Dean
If only the Garcia Resort & Spa lived up to its name. On paper, it’s a five-star getaway in beautiful Dikmen, Turkey. In reality… it’s more like a budget hostel wearing a sparkly dress.
Let’s start with the room — or as I like to call it, “The Scene of the Crime.” The bathroom smelled like something had crawled in, retired, and died. The grout had given up years ago, the shower head was encrusted with limescale, and we were given one single duvet for a king-size bed. Romantic? Only if you enjoy duvet tug-of-war.
We asked for a deep clean (since we’d already unpacked) and were told it was done. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t. The only thing “deep” about that clean was the level of imagination involved. The shower had simply been turned on to make it look like someone cared.
Credit where it’s due — the lady at reception was lovely and moved us to a better room with a great view. Sadly, the “better” room still had a bathroom that looked like it hadn’t seen a proper scrub since 2010. But at least it didn’t smell like despair.
Interestingly, every guest we spoke to had also changed rooms at some point during their stay. Apparently, it’s a regular occurrence and how management aren’t aware or acting on this is beyond me. It’s clearly a serious issue that needs urgent attention.
The food? Let’s just say I’ve had more exciting meals at motorway service stations. Lukewarm, repetitive, and presented with all the enthusiasm of a Monday morning. And yes, we were given paper cups — at a 5-star resort! Premier Inn gives china, Garcia gives cardboard.
The spa looked promising until we realised the paint was falling off the walls, the jacuzzi was colder than my enthusiasm by day three, and the “relaxation area” felt more like a damp cellar. Two days of storms meant we could’ve used a cozy indoor escape, but no such luck.
Cleanliness was an ongoing battle. On day one, cats had pooed on the staircase, and by the last day, even the communal toilets by the pool were filthy.
Strangely, on the final day, a lady appeared with a clipboard asking guests for their opinions. I assume she was checking hotel standards. I was honest (very honest), and suddenly there was a flurry of cleaning! The pool toilets got a quick spruce-up, and when we returned to our room later that day, we could actually smell cleaning products for the first time all week. Funny that.
Housekeeping overall was hit and miss, mostly miss! We often had to chase for towels, toilet roll, and even basic tidying. For a 5-star, I expected housekeeping, not hide-and-seek.
To end on a positive: the staff were mostly wonderful, especially the young guy from the entertainment team and Oscar from the spa. They really did try to make the best of a tough situation. We also met a lovely couple who became friends for life, so the company was 5-star, even if the hotel wasn’t.
In summary: beautiful views, kind staff, but a property that’s been left to rot. With some paint, deep cleaning, and an actual chef, this place could shine. For now, I wouldn’t recommend it unless you enjoy adventure holidays… in hygiene.
Barry
Loved our all inclusive holiday here. Staff were really friendly and the facilities were great. Food was lovely with 'live' cooking stations every evening. Entertainment was varied and the activities through the day were well organised. The prices for spa treatments are great value for money. Try to go on some of the trips available. The safari was superb and the evening sun set cruise. Thoroughly recommend this place.
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