We really like the Celay Hotel for its idyllic position with a spectacular backdrop provided by the Babadag mountain range. The name Celay is a combination of the husband and wife team who own and run the hotel, Celal and Ayten. The couple have also lived in Europe which has influenced the design, standards and style of the rooms and the rest of the hotel is very spacious.

A 15-minute walk will take you to the Ovacik Road by Jewel in the Crown's local office, where a regular dolmus service is available. Alternatively, the Celay operates a minibus service (payable locally). The swimming pool is one of the largest we have seen in Turkey with a separate children's pool and pool bar. Children also have their own play area. The hotel now has a fitness centre, steam room and jacuzzi. There is an indoor and outdoor restaurant, TV lounge, billiard table, darts, table tennis and a 24hr reception with safety deposit boxes and fans (both payable locally).

The twin-bedded rooms are of an excellent standard with hairdryer, ensuite shower & WC and a balcony or terrace overlooking the pool. Some doubles are available plus rooms that can take a 3rd bed. Air-conditioning is available in two thirds of the rooms so will be on request, subject to availability and payable locally. Board is offered on a Bed & Turkish Breakfast basis.

48 rooms on 3 floors.

Transfer time (approx) : 1hr 30mins.