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Reviews of Villa Dreams

Villa Dreams
Zafer Mah., Bademlik Caddesi No:25, Selçuk, Izmir

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 142 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Th location high on a hill is why we booked. The views did not disappoint us! We loved the quiet non- tourist neighborhood. There are no other commercial establishments around. The pool was so refreshing and clean after a day in Selçuk and a steep walk back to hotel. The host and family and staff were all kind and helpful. Breakfast was delicious but not over the top. People often come only to visit Efes and then move on after a day, nobody talks about how lovely the town of Selçuk is. I would encourage one to stay an extra day, walk around the town, visit the Saturday market, visit the cafes! It is wonderful! One of my favorite places in Turkey we have visited yet. You will be well cared for at Villa Dreams, and you will be happy to get respite from the voided at Efes. You can be relaxed and recharged if you take an extra day at this lovely Inn.
Response from Okyay on May 2, 2024
Dear Cathy , what a lovely review. Thank you so much, if you ever come back to Selçuk in the future please come to visit us .Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Traveled with group
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from Okyay on Mar 31, 2024
Thank you Sonja. Hope to see you again.Best wishes,Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely stay on a family vacation. Clean, comfortable, and wonderful view from our room. The staff and owner were very friendly and helpful, and we enjoyed our stay at Villa Dreams.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Okyay on Jan 25, 2024
Thank you for your kind review

2/10 Terrible

Koirala

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DO NOT STAY! Run away. This is the worst property we have ever stayed at in our entire lives. The owner has a bad attitude and thinks of his property as a luxury 5 star hotel. My issues with the hotel during our stay was way too many; but i will try to do my best to list the ones that instantly come to mind. 1) Initial check in experience. I knew from the get go that the owner had attitude issues. I asked him if he can message us or call us if the room is available before 2pm and he insisted that 2pm check in means 2 pm. 2) pick up from meeting point. The first attempt at pickup was a fail. After calling him 3 times and multiple messages and waiting 20 minutes with no response, we decided to walk in the afternoon. They did give us rides two other times. 3) Almost non functional wifi. Has many wifi networks, but none of them work. When i asked them, they kept saying it is working. But , both myself and my wife had way too many issues with the wifi, that we used roaming data. 4) Bed sheet was dirty. We could see black stains on the bed sheet; looks like they did not even bother changing the bed sheet. 5) Algae and mold in the hot tub. Despite cleaning the hot tub multiple times, it was extremely gross to use; so we did not use. 6) Difficult door to operate. Had to call the owner at 10pm. 7) Unsafe environment around the hotel. Did not feel safe walking around even during day time. 7) swimming pool repair making it non usable. 7) The owner made racist remarks.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Okyay on Oct 12, 2023
Thank you Andrew

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Okyay on Oct 9, 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Lale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice property and our stay was exceptionally pleasant. We were greeted by the front office clerk Melih, who helped us with our luggage, parking, etc. He was very friendly and always available for any questions. In the evening, we enjoyed some wine on the charming deck, where we also enjoyed a delicious Turkish breakfast in the morning. The property was very nicely decorated, very clean, and all staff was very friendly and hospitable. It is located in a residential neighborhood on a hill, so don't be alarmed if you are driving there, it doesn't look like a neighborhood that would have a hotel, but you will love it as soon as you enter. Our room had a small balcony, which was overlooking the city and we could see the sea in the distance. It's a perfect place to stay if you are visiting Ephesus, which is a short drive away. We highly recommend it. Also, everyone spoke English, although I speak Turkish, but my traveling partner speaks English only, so it was nice that they could communicate with him directly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Okyay on Jul 22, 2023
What a amazing review , thank you so much . Hope to see you again in the future Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best views, superb breakfast and wonderful hosts.
Amazing staff and the best breakfast on our trip overlooking St. John basilica, the fort and the town of Selcuk. The pool was refreshing. The breakfast was outside on the patio. Would absolutely stay here again. The villa is cozy and welcoming. Melli, at the front desk gave us excellent recommendations for dinners over our 2 nights there. If you can make it up the steep hill to the villa it is worth absolutely all the of it. Also it’s a 15 min walk to town and we felt very safe. It was a short drive to Ephesus from the hotel which had east parking for our vehicle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Okyay on Jul 16, 2023
Thank you Robyn , what a wonderful review. You made our day .We hope to see you again in our Hotel.Warm regards Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Okyay on Jul 28, 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Karen-Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's definitely worth staying at this slightly out-of-the-way location, especially for the stunning views! It is a gorgeous villa, and the host is so accommodating, he'll even help with transportation when possible. Clean and comfortable rooms, with an incredible breakfast in the mornings. I truly loved our stay there!
Response from Okyay on Jul 6, 2023
Thank you Karen, would love to welcome you again in the future.Okyay

10/10 Excellent

alexis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Villa Dreams was an absolute dream.. The attentive staff went above and beyond, ensuring a flawless experience. The private pool was a refreshing oasis. Conveniently located, it offered both seclusion and easy access to local attractions. Villa Dreams delivered an unforgettable retreat that exceeded all expectations. Can't wait to return!
Response from okyay on Jul 1, 2023
What a wonderfull review. Thank you so much . Hope to see you again.Best wishes,Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with magnificent views of the town and the imposing fortress. Everything was clean and comfortable. Bathroom was modern with strong water pressure. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Okyay on Jun 1, 2023
Dear Peter ,Thank you for your great review. We hope to see you again in the future. Warm regards,Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality of the staff was what made this stay the best. Mily (sorry not sure of the spelling) was incredibly welcoming and engaging. He arranged for us to have dinner delivered, and gave us fruit snacks and pool towels so we can relax by the pool. The guy the next day ( didnt get his name unfortunately) was also very helpful with giving us directions to Ephesus and answered any questions we had. The place is beautiful, clean and breakfast was amazing but the staff really made this place the best during our whole 2-week trip in Turkey!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Okyay on May 24, 2023
What a great review , thank you so much .You made our day lovely.Please do visit us if you ever visit Selçuk again.Best regardsOkyay

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Okyay on May 18, 2023
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Barton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with the best view in town. Staff were friendly and really made our stay. Wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Okyay on May 5, 2023
Thank you Mr Barton. It was very nice to welcome you.Best wishes,

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Okyay on May 1, 2023
Thank you so much .

8/10 Good

Viet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villa Dreams is known for its spectacular views of the city and surrounding areas. It’s a charming property with a wonderful terrace where guests can have breakfast or just relax and take in the views. Our room was clean and comfortable, but a bit noisy since it faces the street below. The staff was super friendly and helpful, full of info about nearby sites, dining choices, transportation options, etc. Mehlit even drove us into town so we could have dinner there, and then picked us up afterward. I’d strongly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from Okyay on Apr 11, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review.Okyay

10/10 Excellent

linda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view. Very well maintained. Comfortable bed. Great hosts and the breakfast was delicious and very appreciated. We felt welcomed. We would never have known about the local festival without our hosts info! Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from Okyay on Jan 21, 2023
Dear Linda ,Thank you for your review. Hope to welcome you again in the future.Best wishes,Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing View.. Great Room
We had a wonderful overnight stay at this property. We arrived later in the evening and the property host was still there to great us. Parking is at the hotel and a map is sent showing how to get there without driving up the steep hills. The room was spacious with comfortable beds and pillows and nice fluffy towels. We stayed in a suite with a jacuzzi bathtub on the terrace overlooking the city. Location was quiet through the night and the thick walls blocked out local construction sounds in the morning. Overall this is a great property and I look forward to returning anytime we are in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from Okyay on Jan 20, 2023
Thank you Jason , what an amazin review. It was very nice to meeting and welcoming you. Hope to see you again in the future.Best wishes,Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Osman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a place to come back to. Situated on top of a hill, in a quieter part of town we had comfortable rooms with great expansive views over the ancient plains and the castle. The staff is very helpful, articulate in English and make it feel like home. Locals of the area, they were knowledgeable and helped us get the most out of our three day trip. The rooms are clean, kept clean and the breakfast is a generous, traditional Turkish feast with local produce. Thank you Okyay, Melih and Ozlem for making this a memorable holiday for us, for your lovely energy and thoughtful hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from ephesusvilladreams on Dec 6, 2022
hello, thank you very much for those kind words. we were very happy to see you here and hope to see again. Best regards.

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this charming villa, overlooking the castle, and close to proximity of Ephesus! The staff were very welcoming and helpful, breakfast is beautifully served and delicious, the rooms are very clean and we felt like we are home! Highly recommend this place to anyone! Such a memorable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Okyay on Nov 21, 2022
What a wonderfull review. Thank you so much . We really hope to see you again in the future.Best wishes,Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here. The owner could not have been more helpful and welcoming, we felt immediately at home. The building and room was fabulous with a balcony overlooking an amazing view of the city. We enjoyed it so much we almost considered staying longer but we had to move on to fit everything else into our holiday. The Turkish breakfast on the terrace outside was fabulous. We can't recommend this place enough. Only slight downside is that it is a little out of town so slightly more difficult to get to town/dinner/Ephesus so might not suit everyone if this is a problem
Response from Okyay on Nov 3, 2022
Dear Rachel,Thank you so much for your lovely review. We really hope to see you again, best wishes,Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Okyay on Oct 28, 2022
Thank you Kathy.

10/10 Excellent

Trevor, Yorkton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing place to stay. The owner and staff are so friendly and kind. It was like staying with friends. And the breakfast was super good. Especially the tomato spread made by his mom. The view was incredible from the top of the hill the hotel is located on. Can’t recommend highly enough! 10 stars!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Okyay on Oct 22, 2022
Dear Trevor ,Thank you so much for your great review . Really hope to see you if you ever come back .See youOkyay

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A true gem. Stay here! You will love it.
Honestly I cannot say enough nice things about this lovely hotel and its super friendly, welcoming and congenial staff. The room was just gorgeous and suited a family of four perfectly. The beds were cleverly separated to allow a little privacy from the kids, a major bonus when traveling with little ones! The shower was great, the bathroom impeccably clean… everything was impeccably clean! The balcony and the view are special. The view from literally anywhere in the hotel is awesome. It’s set on a hill above town, but literally a 15 minute walk maximum, if you don’t mind the hill, which we don’t. It was good after dinner to walk it off! Taxi back cost very little as well. The breakfast was lovely and we felt so taken care of and comfortable each morning. From the owner to all the staff, they were just lovely. In short, our favorite stay in Turkey.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Okyay on Oct 20, 2022
Dear Patrick , thank you soo much . What a lovely review. You are so kind . We hope to see you again in the future.Best wishes from all of us.Okyay

8/10 Good

Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Okyay on Oct 9, 2022
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Orlin, VIDIN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and we'll maintained family hotel. It is located up over the hill. However from our balkony it offers great views over the town and the archeological remains. The service was excellent and staff -very polite and helpful. They talk a fluent English so One would easily communicate. The breakfast was fresh prepared and tasty. We would definitely recommend the property for a several days stay, while exploring the Izmir -Ephesus area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Okyay on Sep 16, 2022
Thank you very Orlin . What a wonderful review. You have made us very happy .Okyay

8/10 Good

Jacqueline Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is charming but it is on a very steep hill.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Okyay on Sep 13, 2022
Thank you Susan

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Okyay on Sep 11, 2022
Thank you

8/10 Good

George

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy villa, great view and staff, a bit offcenter
This stay is a very nice, cozy and new villa. The rooms were cozy and exceptionally clean. The room was spatious enough for a family of 4 and the beds were really comfy. The view from the room balcony was stunning: you can see all Selchuk, the medieval castle, part of Ephesus Ancient City and the sea as well. We have appreciated a lot the staff which was friendly and very helpfull and speaks really good English. Maybe the only underside of this great stay is its location which is on a hill, which makes driving there a little difficult (but this is also part of the adventure of travelling, right?!)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Okyay on Aug 8, 2022
Thank you for your kind review . Hope to see you again in the future. Okyay

8/10 Good

Georgette

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Okyay on Jul 21, 2022
Thank you for your kind review. Hope to see you again. Best wishes

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villa dreams is beautiful and charming. We had a balcony and the views were amazing. It was quiet and comfortable. The AC worked well. Breakfast was lovely and the owner and staff make you feel wonderful. The pool is so clean and such a nice hotel to relax and enjoy in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Okyay on Jul 19, 2022
Dear Rachel , Thank you so much for your lovely review .It is very important for us . Hope to see you again in the future . Best wishes, Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Carmela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent family run Villa
Family run business with excellent service. Couldn’t ask for more. We had a car which was convenient since the Villa was all the way on top of a hill. Parking was available on site
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Okyay on Jul 14, 2022
Thank you so much for your review .You have made our day very good . Hope to see you again . Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Ozkan, Houston

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
That is a real gem of Selcuk. Very conveniently located close to Ephesus and all other attractions. This boutique hotel is wonderful with super customized and personalized service with attention to unique details. The room was sparkling clean, very quite, with A/C, fridge etc. Bed was very comfortable. Special breakfast was prepared for us with everything we liked and customized to the greatest detail, including the egg options, scrambled vs. sunny side up. Room had a wonderful view and a balcony, where we enjoyed the wine we got from Sirince late at night, at balcony looking at the castle. I highly recommend Villa Dreams. I will stay there again. It was such a rewarding and wonderful hotel experience without breaking the bank.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from Okyay on Jul 2, 2022
What a wonderful review , thank you so much . We hope to welcome you here again in the future . Warm wishes, Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property owners were a delight! Very helpful, hospitable, and welcoming. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from Okyay on Jun 13, 2022
What a amazing review , thank you so much .Hope to see you again in the future. Warm wishes, Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy Ann

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from Okyay on Jun 7, 2022
Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very warm and welcoming owner. Room clean and spacious. Nice view of the castle. Loved the balcony. Pool looked nice but no time to enjoy it. Nice traditional breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from Okyay on Jun 11, 2022
Thank you so much. Okyay

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at villa dreams. We booked this property based on the positives reviews and photos, and both were extremely accurate. The room was clean, with a beautiful view from the balcony. The bed was very comfortable and breakfast was amazing and fresh. We appreciated the small details which we did not see in any of the 3 hotels we booked during our trip to turkey… such as, fluffy clean towels, hook in bedroom to hang your clothes, outlets next to both sides of bed etc. These little details made our stay very comfortable and convenient. Okiyay was very hospitable and kept in contact since the day I booked our room. He offered to pick and drop us from the train station and town center which is a short walk from the hotel (hotel is up a hill). They have a lovely terrace and pool as well. We would definitely book this property again if we come back to selcuk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from Okyay on Jun 11, 2022
How can i thank you,what an amazin review .Please do visit us again if you ever come back to Selçuk. Best wishes, Okyay

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay . The owner Okaya was extremely helpful. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Okyay on Mar 25, 2022
Thank you David , it was really nice to meeting you . If you ever come back to Turkey you are always welcome Warm wishes Okyay

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villa Dreams is located at the top of a steep hill in a neighborhood setting. Once you get there, the rooms are charming and clean. Staff is very pleasant and accomodating. We felt like we were welcome houseguests. The terrace is lovely and we enjoyed the sunset views of the Selcuk castle from there. We really enjoyed our stay and would go again. Fun note: on our checkout day, the weekly vegetable market was set up on the road out of the neighborhood. It was a fun plus for us to see.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really enjoyed my stay here and truthfully I wish I had stayed longer. Selçuk is a great base to explore the area, especially Ephesus and this hotel is a great place to stay in the area. The view is amazing and the owner is both friendly and helpful. He went out of way his way to make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our favorite stay in Selçuk
We really enjoyed our stay at Villa Dreams! It is our favorite place to stay in Selçuk! The view is so beautiful! We also really enjoyed the Turkish breakfast and swimming pool. Recep, the owner, was very hospitable and kind and very helpful with anything we needed. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If only I could stay a month at this amazing villa
What an amazing villa! This is by far one of the best places I've stayed at. We had the whole place to ourselves. The breakfast was tasty and filling, although I would have liked more traditional Turkish foods too. Still, 5 stars from me especially given COVID-19 conditions. The pool was amazing, warm enough even for me. Recep was super friendly, giving us bottled water when we ran out and extra melon after we mentioned how amazing it was. We were so happy with our stay that we added an extra night. The drive up to the villa is not for the faint of heart, but such is true with most driving in Turkey. I definitely advise driving from the more northern route. We used Google Maps and Waze seems to be working better more recently. I rarely stay at the same hotel more than once, but this is a place I want to come back and spend a month!
The views are stunning!
Such a great way to start the day!
The pool area and patio were gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Oasis in the desert
This quaint little hotel was an oasis in the desert. The staff were super nice and helpful. The room was clean and bright. The pool was refreshing. I would stay there again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sam, Q8

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is very good and the staff are excellent. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing host and excellent views over the city.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Meerim

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the Stay was good! Everyone really enjoyed it. The only thing is that the room was quite cold :(
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019