Uncover Kas's Hidden Gem: My Stone Inn's Unforgettable Turkey Escape
Uncover Kas's Hidden Gem: My Stone Inn's Unforgettable Turkey Escape - A Review That's Actually Real
Alright folks, buckle up, because I just got back from a trip to Kas, Turkey, and honestly, I'm still unpacking the memories (AND the questionable tan lines). And the jewel in the crown? My Stone Inn. Now, before you roll your eyes and think "another sponsored post blah blah," let me assure you, I paid my own darn way. This is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth… maybe with a little embellishment for dramatic effect.
First, the Location. Kas. Oh. My. Gods. Picture this: turquoise water so clear you can practically taste it (don't actually taste it, though, that's just gross). Rugged cliffs, charming little shops, and sunsets that'll make you weep with joy. My Stone Inn is nestled right in the thick of it, a short stroll from everything. (Accessibility: Bingo! Easy peasy lemon squeezy. No crazy hills to conquer, which, after a few Turkish coffees, is a major win.)
The Rooms (and the "Extras"): Okay, the rooms themselves are… well, they’re rooms. (Available in all rooms: Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone… the usual suspects.) Clean, comfortable, and with that essential thing: (Wi-Fi [free]:) YES! Praise the internet gods! They weren’t exactly sprawling suites (I wasn’t expecting Versailles, but it worked), but they were charmingly appointed. I even had a little balcony with a view of… well, a wall, initially. But! During the week, I had a different room, with a little balcony and an amazing view. (Free bottled water: Always a plus!) I'm not sure if I was supposed to drink the tap water, so I was very happy to see this! Oh, and the (Hair dryer:) Saved me! Never leave home without your hair dryer girls. But! They didn't have a bidet. I was sad.
Accessibility? This is where things get a little… complicated. They claim to have (Facilities for disabled guests:). However, the truth is, this is a charming, older inn, meaning, it is not a place for somebody with a severe disability. If you need a wheelchair, this is not your place.
The Amenities: Good, Bad, and the Downright Delightful
- The Pool: The pictures promised a (Swimming Pool [outdoor]) with a (Pool with view:). Reality? It was… glorious. Perched over the town, overlooking the sparkling Med. I spent a lot of time there. Soaking up the sun, pretending I was a mermaid. It has everything! (Or the staff makes sure of it). I can go on and on for this pool but the most important take away is: You have to see it.
- The Spa and Other Relaxing Things: (Spa/sauna, Massage, Sauna, Steamroom, Body scrub, Body wrap, Foot bath). I am not going to lie… I was excited for the sauna. I envisioned myself, all zen, with cucumber slices on my eyes. The Sauna was great and relaxing! I did not take a Body Scrub and I would have loved one.
- Fitness Center? There's a (Fitness center, Gym/fitness)! I didn’t go. Because I’m on vacation. Sue me.
- Food, Glorious Food! The (Restaurants) at My Stone Inn are… well, they're there. Let me just say that the (Breakfast [buffet]) was a highlight. Seriously, I think I ate enough feta and olives to single-handedly keep Turkey afloat. (Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, International cuisine in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant). were available. The breakfasts were wonderful! The (Coffee/tea in restaurant) was lovely. There was a selection of everything. A complete continental breakfast was availble, with a western breakfast with the works. The (Poolside bar) was also a nice touch. I think my favorite thing, though, was just the quiet on the terrace in the evening, a (Bottle of water) and listening to the crickets.
Cleanliness and Safety: They Take it Seriously… And It Shows!
- (Cleanliness and safety: Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit, Hand sanitizer, Hot water linen and laundry washing, Hygiene certification, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Safe dining setup, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Shared stationery removed, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment) Okay, I'm a bit of a germophobe, so this was HUGE for me. My Stone Inn goes above and beyond. I was so worried at first. But they did it. I loved it. I give them an A+ for the effort. You feel safe and comfortable here.
The "Things To Do" Rundown
Kas is an adventure playground. (Things to do)? You name it, you can probably do it. Scuba diving, snorkeling, boat trips… I even tried parasailing. Twice. (Ways to relax) If you want to kick back, you have the pool at the hotel, you have the Spa… The rest of the time? I was just exploring, getting lost in the little streets, and soaking it all in. Also, I would love to be able tell about the (Couple's room, Proposal spot).
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter
- (Services and conveniences: Air conditioning in public area, Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Essential condiments, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Indoor venue for special events, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center) The doorman was lovely, daily housekeeping was flawless. And the fact that they offered currency exchange on site? Saved my bacon more than once.
The Downsides (Because Let's Be Honest)
- No Pet Allowed: No dogs. No cats. Not the end of the world for me, but still, it's good to be aware.
- The Internet (Sometimes): I am a digital nomad. (Internet Access) was… patchy. (Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!)? Yes. Functional? Sometimes. I spent an evening huddled in the lobby to upload a few photos, which was a bit of a pain. But hey, it's an old building, and you're in Turkey. Give it a break.
- The "Meh" Moments: Room decorations? Forget it. (Room decorations). Also, I did not use (Babysitting service) or see people with kids. (For the kids, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal).
The Verdict: Would I Go Back?
Absolutely, yes. Despite the minor hiccups (the slightly spotty Wi-Fi, the lack of a bidet), My Stone Inn is a real gem.
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Uncover Kas's Hidden Gem: My Stone Inn's Unforgettable Turkey Escape
Are you ready for a getaway that's not just a vacation, but an experience? My Stone Inn, nestled in the heart of stunning Kas, Turkey, is calling your name!
Imagine:
- Waking up in a charmingly appointed room with (Free Wi-Fi), ready to start your day.
- Taking a dip in a (Swimming Pool [outdoor]) with a view, watching the sun dip.
- Feasting on a delicious (Breakfast [buffet]), fueling up for a day of adventure.
- Exploring Kas, a paradise for diving, sailing, and discovering ancient ruins.
Why My Stone Inn is THE Place to Stay:
- Prime Location: Steps from the best beaches, shops, and restaurants.
- Unbeatable Views: From your private balcony, watching the sun dance on the turquoise water.
- Relax and Rejuvenate: Unwind at the spa, treat yourself to a massage, or simply soak up the sun by the pool.
- Impeccable Cleanliness: Rest easy knowing that health is a top priority.
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- Unforgettable Memories: Create memories that will last
Okay, here’s my attempt at a hilariously messy, emotionally charged, and utterly imperfect travel itinerary for My Stone Inn in Kas, Turkey. Buckle up; it’s going to get… real.
My Stone Inn Kas: A Week of Questionable Decisions and Glorious Sunsets
Day 1: Arrival – From Airport Anxiety to Aegean Bliss (Mostly)
- Morning (7:00 AM): Wake up in my utterly chaotic apartment in (insert your city here). Seriously, how did I accumulate so much stuff? Panic attack kicks in – did I pack everything? Passport? Toothbrush? My sanity? (Spoiler: probably not.)
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): Arrive at Dalaman Airport. Oh. My. God. The airport is a zoo. Wandering around aimlessly, desperately trying to find the transport. Finally, a man with a smile, but I’m 99% sure he's trying to scam me. But I’m also 99% sure I don't care, I'm just happy to be alive.
- Late Afternoon (4:00 PM): The transfer to Kas is… long. The scenery is spectacular, though, which definitely takes the edge off the hours of driving. My stomach begins to rumble and I fight the urge to snack on the overpriced cookies I bought at the airport.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Arrive at My Stone Inn! Whew. It's charming. Rustic. Possibly a little bit… small? But the bougainvillea is exploding with color, and the view from the terrace… holy moly. Check in. Briefly consider pretending I don't speak English to avoid awkward small talk with the hotel staff. Abandon the idea.
- Dinner (8:00 PM): Wander down to the harbor. Decide on a restaurant based solely on how many other people are there. (Crowds = good, right?) Order a whole grilled fish. I’m incredibly proud of myself for pulling it off. The fish is delicious, but the bones… well, let's just say I nearly choked twice. The waiter’s face registered a certain amount of concern, but I smiled and kept going.
- Night (10:00 PM): Back at the Inn. Stare at the stars, realizing I’ve finally left my worries back home, and everything is alright on this planet. Absolutely perfect moment that I will probably forget tomorrow. Briefly consider writing in a journal. Fall asleep almost immediately.
Day 2: Boat Trip – Seasickness and Sizzling Sun
- Morning (9:00 AM): Wake up feeling amazing. The Turkish coffee is strong, and the bougainvillea is still beautiful. This is the life!
- Morning (10:00 AM): Boat trip booked! Hooray! A proper boat trip, with sun, sea, and probably a mild sunburn.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): The boat trip is. Well. Let's just say I’m not a natural sailor. The sea is choppy. I get seasick. BAD. Spend a significant portion of the trip huddled in a corner, green around the gills, trying not to lose my lunch. The turquoise water looks mocking, the tourists are having fun, and I feel like I’ve made a terrible, terrible mistake.
- Late Afternoon (4:00 PM): Back on dry land. The sun is burning like a thousand tiny suns, and I’m a shade of lobster red. I immediately go to get something to eat, because I do not learn from my mistakes. I eat everything.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Find a slightly less crowded restaurant. Try to order something that won’t further upset my stomach. I order something with a lot of lemon in it. The waiter seems concerned.
- Night (9:00 PM): Walk around the harbor, feeling a bit more human. The sunset is breathtaking. The sky is painted with the most vibrant colors, and it almost makes up for the hellish boat trip.
- Night (10:30 PM): Get locked out of my room. Spend a painful twenty minutes banging on the door of an adjacent room until someone comes to my rescue. Vow to lock the door properly from now on.
Day 3: Exploring Kas – Souks, Slippery Streets, and Spontaneous Shopping
- Morning (9:00 AM): Actually remember the locks. Victory! Wander into town. Get lost in the charming, labyrinthine streets. The air smells of spices, the shopkeepers are friendly, and I’m suddenly overcome with the urge to buy… everything.
- Morning (11:00 AM): Find a tiny shop selling hand-painted ceramics. Spend an hour agonizing over which ones to buy. Narrow it down to three plates, two bowls, and a ridiculously oversized vase.
- Lunch (1:00 PM): Stop for lunch at a cafe that looks cute. The food is so delicious, and the service so friendly, that I have never been so happy.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM): Hike up something hills. Slippery! I fall and nearly break an ankle. Am thankful for the fact that I have insurance.
- Late Afternoon (4:00 PM): Browse the shops some more. Buy a few souvenirs. I suddenly wonder if I can afford to take more luggage. Buy a Turkish rug (small) because, why not?
- Evening (7:00 PM): Dinner at a restaurant recommended by the hotel. The food is okay, the atmosphere is lovely. I’m starting to feel like a local.
- Night (8:00 PM): Watch the sunset again. The sky is a different color than the night before, and I am astonished.
Day 4: Ruins and Relaxation – Ancient History and Afternoon Naps
- Morning (9:00 AM): Explore the ancient ruins of (insert your chosen ruins here). Walk around, and am impressed. It is much easier to appreciate the history when you're alive.
- Lunch (1:00 PM): Picnic with Turkish Delight and the view.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM): Back to the Inn for an epic afternoon nap on the terrace. The sea breeze, the sunshine, the pure bliss of doing absolutely nothing. This is the best part of the trip, and I am tempted to skip all other steps and just stay right here.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Dinner and try something other than fish. I eat lamb, which is a win!
- Night (9:00 PM): Late-night drinks at a bar. Chat with a couple of other tourists. We all agree that Kas is magical.
- Night (11:00 PM): One last look at the stars.
Day 5: Diving Deep (And Maybe Screaming a Little) – Underwater Adventures
- Morning (9:00 AM): Diving lesson booked! (I’m a bit nervous, ngl.)
- Morning (10:00 AM): Quick, basic lessons. Now, the real thing!
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): Diving! In the water! It's terrifying, but also amazing. There is a lot of screaming underwater. I see some fish, and I spend most of my time trying not to drown. My ears hurt. I feel like I am in a strange, alien landscape.
- Afternoon (4:00 PM): Reward myself with a delicious lunch.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Dinner. Sleep.
- Night (10:00 PM): Try to write a journal. The dive made me too tired for the rest.
Day 6: Kayaking – Sun, Sore Muscles, and Epic Fails
- Morning (9:00 AM): Rent a kayak! Sounds romantic, right? It isn't.
- Morning (10:00 AM): Paddle, paddle, paddle. My arms ache. I'm pretty sure I’m going in circles. The sun is brutally strong.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): Manage to navigate to a secluded cove. Lunch. Realize I forgot sunscreen.
- Late Afternoon (4:00 PM): Get back to the Inn, sunburnt, exhausted, and with a newfound respect for kayakers.
- Evening (7:00 PM): Dinner. One last attempt to write a journal. I just decide to rest.
- Night (9:00 PM): Another stunning sunset. Feel a pang of sadness at leaving. The world, as always, keeps spinning.
Day 7: Departure – Tears, Reflections, and a Promise to Return (Eventually)
- Morning (8:00 AM): A last Turkish breakfast. Hug the owners of My Stone Inn – they’re truly wonderful!
- Morning (9:00 AM): Pack. Somehow, I have even more things to pack than when I arrived.
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Uncover Kas's Hidden Gem: My Stone Inn's Unforgettable Turkey Escape – FAQ (Because Let's Be Honest, I Need to Ramble)
Okay, spill it. Is this "My Stone Inn" REALLY that amazing? Or is it just another Instagram filter lie?
Alright, alright, tough crowd! Look, I'm a cynical travel blogger, I've *seen* things. But My Stone Inn? Yeah. It's pretty darn magical. **Seriously.** Now, don't get me wrong, it's not perfect. More on that later... like, a LOT later. But the sheer *charm* of the place… it's like walking into a fairytale, but the fairytale has really good coffee and, you know, actual people instead of talking squirrels.
The owners, bless their hearts, they’re as quirky as the inn itself. I remember when I first got there after 24 hours in transit, looking disheveled I could hear the reception staff yelling "Ah come on in!" It wasn't just a welcoming smile, it was like you were joining the family. But the REAL test? The breakfast. Oh. My. Goodness. I could write a novel about that breakfast!
So, yes, it's **that** amazing. But don't expect a perfectly manicured resort. It's got soul. It's authentic. And it's got an incredible amount of sunshine to match the location.
Kas? Is that like, a real place? Or did you make it up? (I'm kidding... mostly)
Kas is real, people! It's this adorable little Turkish town on the Turquoise Coast. Picture this: cobble-stoned streets, bougainvillea-draped walls, the bluest water you've ever seen, and cats. **So. Many. Cats.** (I'm a cat person, so this was a huge selling point, naturally.)
There's this little market with vendors that you can't haggle with because they got a very strong voice. And its like the market is a maze of smells and trinkets. It's a vibe. It's a *scene*. It's heaven, basically.
It’s not the frenetic chaos of Istanbul or the overly touristy Antalya. It's... calm. **Almost too calm.** Which is GREAT, unless you're me and need a constant adrenaline rush (which, let's be honest, I probably do). Honestly, the calmness almost made me fall asleep a few times during my morning coffee. I'm not sure if that's a testament to Kas's tranquility or my own profound exhaustion. Probably a bit of both.
What's the deal with the "stone" part? Is it cold? Are the beds comfy? This is important.
Okay, so about the STONE. Yes, it's a stone inn. And yes, it looks like it’s straight out of a medieval fantasy. *Maybe* a slightly rustic fantasy, mind you. It's built into the hillside, and the architecture is just… breathtaking.
The stone keeps it nice and cool inside, which is a HUGE win when the sun is roasting you like a kebab (and trust me, the Turkish sun *will* roast you). The rooms are cozy, they're got a bit of a bohemian charm.
And the beds? Ah, the beds. They are heavenly. Seriously. I needed that comfy bed after a day of trying to navigate the Turkish language. I fell asleep right after I laid down. I can't be more honest than that.
The Breakfast! You keep going on about the breakfast. What's the deal? Is it like, croissants and slightly stale orange juice?
CROISSANTS?! Stale orange juice?! ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! No. Absolutely not. My Stone Inn's breakfast is an *experience*. Picture: a table laden with fresh Turkish bread, plates piled high with olives, cheeses, tomatoes bursting with flavor, and the most perfect little omelets you've ever laid eyes on. And the *honey*! It's this golden, drippy, delicious honey that you can just... eat by the spoonful.
Honestly, I had to pace myself. I'm talking multiple coffees, bread that melts in your mouth, cheeses that are like, from another planet... it was insane. I swear I’m still dreaming about that breakfast. I think I actually *gained* weight *just thinking* about it.
And they don't just *serve* breakfast, you're there as a family. Chatting, exchanging stories… it's a beautiful, messy, food-filled morning ritual. I could have easily stayed there all day. In fact, maybe I did one day. Don't tell anyone.
What's NOT to love? (Because let's get REAL here. Nothing's perfect.)
Okay, okay, fine. Real talk time. Nothing's perfect. The Wi-Fi in my room was a little… spotty. But who needs Wi-Fi when you're surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the delicious food.
Also, the location is a little bit up a hill, so definitely wear comfortable shoes. My ankles certainly weren't thanking me after a few days. And the air conditioning in my room wasn't the most powerful. It was enough, but keep in mind it can get hot.
And… the cats. While I *loved* the cats, some might find them a bit… persistent. They *do* love attention and are always looking for a snack. One even tried to sneak into my room (which, honestly, I almost let it).
Look, these are minor niggles. Honestly, I'm struggling to find real flaws because the good *so* outweighed the bad. But I'm trying to be honest here.
Okay, fine, you've got me intrigued. But what is there to DO in Kas, besides eat breakfast and look at cats?
Oh, you know, the usual: exploring ancient ruins (definitely check out Antiphellos!), boat trips to nearby islands (Kekova is stunning!), diving (the underwater world is incredible!), and just… chilling.
You can wander through the warren of shops in the old town, haggle (politely!) for souvenirs, and eat your weight in fresh seafood. There are little cafes everywhere, the kind with tables spilling out onto the street where you can sip Turkish coffee and watch the world go by. The sunsets? Don't even get me started. I'm getting emotional just thinking about them.
You could also rent a car and explore further afield – Pamukkale and Ephesus are day-trippable (although long days). But honestly? My favorite thing to do was simply *be*. To slow down. To soak it all in. Because that’s what Kas encourages you to do. Be present. Enjoy the moment. And, of course, eat as much breakfast as humanly possible.
