Escape to Paradise: Leonis Hotel, Kaş, Turkey - Your Dream Getaway Awaits!
Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving deep into the Leonis Hotel in Kaş, Turkey. Forget your perfectly curated Instagram feeds, this review is going to be messy, honest, and probably filled with more exclamation points than a toddler's birthday party. This isn’t just a review; it’s a journey. And my emotional reactions? Oh honey, prepare for a rollercoaster. Specifically, a rollercoaster of…well, we'll see where it goes.
First Impression: The Arrival… or, Where's My Taxi?!
So, you're dreaming of Escape to Paradise: Leonis Hotel, Kaş, Turkey - Your Dream Getaway Awaits!? Word of advice, that airport transfer? REQUEST IT. I didn't. Mistake number one! After a flight that felt longer than my last relationship (and honestly, probably involved more baggage), I was exhausted. Finding a taxi in little Kaş, at least initially, felt like finding a reasonable gas price in, well, anywhere right now. Eventually, I found one, and the drive itself? Breathtaking. Winding roads, turquoise water…Kaş is gorgeous. Leonis? Well, it lives up to the hype. It’s perched up on the hillside, offering views that make you want to weep with joy. Seriously, the pool with a view alone justifies the trip. I was already pretty hyped!
Accessibility: Can Everyone Escape?
Okay, let's be real. Accessibility is a huge deal. This is where things get a little…mixed. While the hotel boasts “facilities for disabled guests,” and the elevator is a lifesaver, the hilly terrain of Kaş itself is a challenge. I didn't personally require wheelchair access but saw some areas that might be tricky, but the hotel staff were very helpful regarding mobility issues. This is something you definitely need to check with the hotel directly about before booking.
The Room: My Sanctuary (with a Minor Drama)
My room? Ah, the room. It was a dream. Okay, maybe not every room. It was well-equipped, with air conditioning, Wi-Fi [free], a coffee/tea maker (essential!), and a balcony. And the view?! Killer. Air conditioning was a lifesaver. The view felt like I had finally found my therapy. The bathroom, with its separate shower/bathtub, was a welcome treat. Bathtub and separate shower/bathtub are heaven.
The bed was comfy, which is super important and there were linens everywhere and I felt good, but there was one small problem I have to mention, I was a little disappointed I didn't get a high floor room. At least that's what the booking said. I think I should have asked for it!
Cleanliness & Safety: Feeling Safe & Sound (Mostly)
Okay, point blank: I'm a germaphobe. The pandemic has amplified that. But Leonis Hotel? They were on it. Hand sanitizer stations everywhere. Daily disinfection in common areas. My room felt spotless. They even have anti-viral cleaning products! Rooms sanitized between stays is a huge relief. The staff trained in safety protocol, and professional-grade sanitizing services made me feel like I could breathe easy at the very least. And the presence of CCTV in common areas and CCTV outside property added an extra layer of reassurance. Doctor/nurse on call is a great thing to have in mind too, just in case of anything. They take hygiene certification seriously. So top marks here.
Dining, Drinking, & Snacking: My Stomach’s Happy Place
Alright, food, my love language. Leonis has some great food options. The breakfast [buffet] was AMAZING. I probably ate my weight in pastries every morning. Buffet in restaurant is a must for me. The coffee/tea in restaurant was great and I was always happy with it. Restaurants were wonderful. The a la carte in restaurant options were delicious too. They had so many choices. From Asian cuisine in restaurant to International cuisine in restaurant to Western cuisine in restaurant. Some days I just chilled and didn't have a thing to do, but eat.
A Deep Dive into the Poolside Bar: My Moment of Bliss (and a Slight Hangover)
Let me tell you about the poolside bar. Specifically, let me tell you about my first afternoon there. The sun was blasting, the water was sparkling, and I ordered a cocktail. One cocktail turned into two, then three… Suddenly, I was in the midst of Happy hour, chatting with a couple from Germany, and feeling like I’d finally shed the weight of the world. The Poolside bar is a pure slice of heaven. Seriously, the pool with a view and the delicious drinks made it a truly relaxing experience. I found bliss and a slightly lingering hangover.
Things to Do & Ways to Relax: Spa Day Bliss! (With a Minor Hiccup)
Ah, relaxation. This is where Leonis truly shines. Pool with view? Check. Sauna? Check. Steamroom? Check. Spa? Double check! Massage? OMG, YES. I opted for a full body massage. And it was incredible. Pure, unadulterated bliss. I felt like jelly. But, and here's the hiccup: the Body scrub was a little too intense. Let’s just say my skin was a bit raw afterwards. So, maybe skip that. But the Body wrap was amazing!
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things (That Matter)
Daily housekeeping? Praise be! After a day of sun and cocktails, coming back to a clean room was pure luxury. Concierge was helpful, though a little flustered at times, which was kinda charming. Laundry service was a lifesaver, especially since I packed like I was going on a week-long expedition (even though it was only a few days!). And the doorman was always there with a smile. Luggage storage was excellent too.
For the Kids:
I didn't have kids with me, but I thought there was a babysitting service listed. Not sure how that is but in general the hotel looked family/child friendly which is great news.
Getting Around:
Airport transfer is highly recommended. Car park [free of charge] is a bonus - especially if you rent a car to explore the area (which you should!). Taxi service is available, but I still recommend the airport transfer.
The Verdict: Would I Go Back? Hell YES!
Look, Leonis Hotel isn't perfect. There are areas where they could improve. But the overall experience? Phenomenal. The views, the pool, the food mostly, and the general vibe made it a trip to remember. It wasn't the most polished hotel I've ever been to, but it's one of the most charming. It felt like a real vacation, imperfections and all. It's a true Escape to Paradise. And would I go back? Absolutely. In a heartbeat. Just maybe I'll skip the Body scrub this time… and book the Airport transfer!
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Escape to Paradise: Your Dream Rotorua Motel Awaits!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this isn't your sanitized, brochure-perfect travel itinerary. This is my attempt at tackling Leonis Hotel in Kaş, Turkey, and trust me, it's going to be a wild ride. Prepare for some serious real talk… and maybe a little bit of sea-sickness.
Leonis Hotel & Kaş: Operation "Get Sun-Kissed (and Maybe Slightly Sunburnt)" - A Slightly Chaotic Adventure
Day 1: Arrival (and the Great Balcony Face-Off)
1:00 PM (ish): Arrive in Kaş. Oh. My. God. The drive from Dalaman Airport was… let’s just say the scenic beauty almost made me forget I desperately needed a bathroom break for the last hour. But look at that turquoise water! Okay, deep breaths. Focus. The shuttle drops us off at the Leonis. It's… charming. A little… rustic. The lobby smells faintly of lemon and hope. (Mostly lemon, to be honest.)
1:30 PM: Check-in. The receptionist is lovely, though I'm pretty sure she could see the sheer terror in my eyes as I tried to decipher the Turkish phrases on the form. Found our room. And then… the balcony! Magnificent. Cliff-hanging. And… shared with the room next door! Oh, the awkwardness! Imagine: Me, in a slightly-too-small bikini, sipping a G&T, and… sharing my personal space with a total stranger. My inner introvert screamed. We will overcome this.
2:30 PM: Lunch at the hotel restaurant. The mezes (Turkish appetizers) are divine. Seriously. I'm already plotting how to sneak some into my room for later. The service is a little slow, but who cares when you're looking at the view? The sea breeze is my new best friend.
4:00 PM: A dip in the pool. The water is perfect. Not too cold, not too chlorinated. Just… right. I'm pretty sure I spent the next two hours alternating between sunbathing and floating, occasionally punctuated by a cry of, "This is living!"
6:00 PM: Stroll through Kaş. The town is adorable! Cobblestone streets, bougainvillea spilling everywhere, tiny shops selling… everything. I resisted buying a ridiculously expensive, handmade lampshade (though it's still haunting me). Ended up buying a scarf, which I'm sure I don't need, but felt perfect.
8:00 PM: Dinner at a recommended restaurant in the town. Sea bass. Delicious. Maybe a little too much olive oil, so now I'm worried I actually do have a shared balcony dinner with the neighbors. (Still, the food was a solid A.)
9:30 PM: Back at the hotel. Attempt to strategize a balcony-sharing plan. (Operation "Socially Acceptable Balcony Presence" is underway). Decide the best course of action is a friendly greeting and a genuine compliment on their sunburn (if they have one), then, strategically placed books and a small, yet formidable, pile of snacks will serve as a clear do not disturb signal.
Day 2: The Diving Debacle (and the Unexplained Sand-Smuggling)
- 8:00 AM: Woke up early. Too excited! (And slightly anxious about the shared-balcony situation. Still no sign of the neighbors yet. I'm watching…)
- 9:00 AM: Attempt to eat the delicious Turkish breakfast at the hotel, but I get distracted. So much toast! So much jam! So much… balcony-watching.
- 10:00 AM: Diving lesson! This was on my must-do list. So I went to the diving club. The initial gear-up was a challenge. The instructor, a jovial Turkish guy with a permanent grin, told me to breathe through the regulator. I panicked and almost choked. I panicked in the water. I was so panicked I forgot to breathe and had a panicked internal thought-loop. My biggest fear? Shark Attack. The instructor eventually got me back above-water.
- 11:30 AM: Post Diving Experience. (I didn't fully dive. But I tried. And I’m proud of the attempt). The instructor, bless his heart, took me to a calmer dive spot, but I still couldn't shake the feeling of… mild terror. I surface, and realized I’m actually really good at just floating.
- 12:30 PM: Lunch. I’m starving after nearly drowning! This time, I took a salad and sat alone staring longingly at the balcony and those neighbors who never came.
- 2:00 PM: Beach Time. I find a hidden cove. The water's crystal clear. I spent the next hour snorkeling and just… existing. The sun, the sea, the solitude. Pure bliss. I also, inexplicably, filled a small plastic bag with sand, which I have absolutely no explanation for. Am I a sand smuggler now?
- 4:00 PM: Back to the hotel. The shared-balcony neighbors are still MIA. This is… concerning. Are they avoiding me?
- 7:00 PM: Sunset cocktails on the hotel terrace. The view is breathtaking. The cocktails are strong. I tell myself not to worry about the lack of balcony activity. If they do come, I'll be ready with strategically placed snacks and books. And a giant, killer smile. And maybe I’ll accidentally spill a little bit of my drink on myself to further ensure they don’t stay too long.
- 8:30 PM: Dinner. Decide to be adventurous and try to order something only in Turkish. It goes… okay. I think I got a lamb dish. It might have been chicken. I’m not entirely sure. It was delicious though!
- 10:00 PM: Attempt to read a book on the balcony (still alone!). Give it up, and end up watching the stars. The sky is insane.
Day 3: Boat Trip Bonanza (and the Great Meze Heist)
- 9:00 AM: Wake up feeling slightly fuzzy from the cocktails and the sun. But hey, that's what vacations are for, right?
- 10:00 AM: Boat trip along the coast! This is the real deal. Turquoise waters, hidden coves, the whole shebang. We swim in those bays. We're getting tan. We're getting alive. I'm starting to actually feel tan!
- 12:30 PM: Lunch on the boat. Grilled fish, salad, and more mezes! I steal a few extra dolmas (stuffed grape leaves) and secretly stow them in my bag. (Yes, I am a meze bandit now.) The boat ride itself is blissful. The water is almost impossible to resist, and I dive straight in.
- 3:00 PM: Back at the hotel. Sunburnt. Happy. I decide I deserve a nap.
- 4:00 PM: Nap. One of the most productive things I’ve done on this trip.
- 6:00 PM: Another Kaş stroll. Buy some little souvenirs. Finally.
- 8:00 PM: Delicious dinner at a restaurant a little further out from the town. The atmosphere is lovely and the food is tasty.
- 9:30 PM: Back at the hotel. Finally, the shared-balcony neighbors are back! And… they’re lovely! We exchange smiles and pleasantries and, surprisingly, they invite me to join them for a drink! Operation “Socially Acceptable Balcony Presence” has been a success! I feel so relieved. We chat for hours. We laugh. Turns out, they’re just as shy as I am.
- 12:00 AM: Bed. Happy. Exhausted.
Day 4: Farewell (and the Sand's Demise)
- 9:00 AM: Breakfast, but more focused on the balcony neighbors. We ate breakfast together, and then, without warning, they suggested getting to know each other better.
- 10:00 AM: An attempt to make coffee from the balcony, a total and complete failure.
- 11:00 AM: This may be the best part of the trip. We all have a final swim.
- 12:00 PM: I realize, finally, that I should get ready to go home.
- 12:30 PM: Check out. This time, no terror in the eyes. I’ve overcome so much in these few days.
- 1:00 PM: The shuttle arrives. Hugs all around from my new friends. They also confessed that they had been intimidated and had spent the first few days out of fear of me. Ha!
- 1:30 PM: On the bus. I stare out at the gorgeous landscape and remember the sand bag.
- 2:00 PM: I get the sand from the water and dump it in the sea. Let’s just say that
Escape to Paradise: Leonis Hotel, Kaş - Your Dream Getaway...Maybe? Let's Be Honest!
Okay, real talk time. Before you book that flight, let's dive into the glorious and *maybe* slightly less glorious truths about the Leonis Hotel in Kaş, Turkey. I've got some seriously mixed feelings, so buckle up.
Is the Leonis Hotel REALLY as Instagrammable as it looks?
Yes. And...maybe. Look, the *views*, people. The views are genuinely breathtaking. Especially at sunset. I’m telling you, I *wept* the first night. Pure, ugly-crying joy overlooking the turquoise Aegean. Seriously, the infinity pool melts into the sea – it’s picture-perfect. But… (and there’s always a "but" with these places, right?) It's also *crowded*. Like, people are jostling each other for the perfect pool shot at times. You'll spend half your time dodging influencers and the other half feeling envious of their perfectly posed lives and perfect filter. So, yes, it's Insta-worthy, but remember to breathe, and maybe delete a few pictures before you start thinking you need to get a whole new wardrobe.
What's the deal with the rooms? Are they worth the price tag?
Okay, here’s where things get a little… complicated. The rooms are nice. *Really* nice. Think minimalist chic meets breezy Mediterranean vibe. That said, my room had this *tiny* balcony. Seriously, I’m not sure I could have comfortably sunbathed out there, it would have been a major balancing act, and my fear of heights would have *definitely* ruined the tranquility. And… this is gonna sound ridiculous, but the shower pressure was pathetic! Like, a gentle drizzle, not a proper wake-up-and-get-going-now blast. For the price? I was expecting a monsoon. Still, clean, comfy bed, AC that actually *worked*... you know, the necessities. Just maybe don't expect pure luxury, expect a good quality room. Also, make sure you don't have noisy neighbours, it's really easy to hear everything in the rooms. I had one that was a bit too enthusiastic in the morning and at late night, and I thought I would lose it.
The food! Is it as delicious as everyone says?
Alright, the food… ah, the food! The breakfast buffet is *legendary*. Endless pastries, fresh fruits, cheeses, Turkish delights you can't pronounce but will happily devour. The Turkish coffee is a *must*. But, here’s the thing: the dinner menu… well, it's a bit… repetitive. I saw the same grilled fish for three nights running. And the service? Let’s just say it's a bit… relaxed. Expect to wait. A lot. Especially if you're trying to order a second bottle of wine. The ambiance is fantastic, though, with candles and the ocean breeze, but the food, sometimes it can feel a little generic. Not *bad*, just… predictable. I'd recommend exploring the Kaş town for some truly incredible, authentic Turkish food. Your taste buds (and your wallet) will thank you.
What's the best thing about Leonis Hotel? And also, what’s the *worst*? (Be brutally honest!)
Okay, the *best* thing? The location. Seriously. Sitting on that cliff, watching the sunsets, is pure, unadulterated magic. It's the kind of experience that makes you forget all your worries. The worst? The sheer *expectation*. You go there expecting perfection, and… well, reality rarely lives up to the hype. There are minor inconveniences, like sometimes the staff is not there when you need them. There are times when the internet cuts out. And, let's be honest, the price is steep. I left feeling a little… robbed, in a way. But then I think about those sunsets, and I think I'd pay anything for those… almost. The feeling of being there, on the cliff, with the sound of the sea… yeah, that’s something special.
Is Kaş itself worth visiting, or is it just the hotel hype?
Oh, Kaş is *amazing*. Forget the hotel for a second. The town is charming, full of tiny, winding streets, shops selling beautiful handmade crafts, and restaurants with food to die for. The harbour is adorable, the atmosphere is relaxed… it’s the perfect escape from the daily grind. Take a boat trip to the sunken city of Kekova (that's really cool, by the way) and spend your time exploring the turquoise waters. The Leonis Hotel is a good base camp, but the real magic is in Kaş itself. Don’t just stay at the hotel – explore the town and the surrounding area. You'll discover hidden gems, friendly locals, and probably a few more reasons to fall in love with the place. Trust me on this one. I really loved Kaş. It was one of the best trips, and I hope to come back again.
Are there any hidden costs I should be aware of?
Definitely factor in the extras! Drinks at the pool bar are expensive, and those little bottles of water that magically appear in your room? Yeah, you're paying for those too. Consider bringing your own snacks and drinks if you're on a budget. Also, taxis to Kaş town add up. While it's walkable, it is a bit of a trek, especially uphill in the sweltering heat. Budget for transportation or rent a scooter (if you're brave enough!) or expect to pay a bit more than you thought. Also, keep in mind any excursion you want to do that aren't covered. They're all worth it though!
Should I go? Is it *really* worth it?
Okay, this is where it gets tricky. If budget is no object and you're after the perfect Instagram shot, then yes, absolutely go. Just be prepared for the reality to be slightly less polished than the photos. If you're looking for a truly authentic Turkish experience on a smaller budget, do some research and find somewhere on the town itself. Overall, even with some minor flaws, I'd say it's worth a visit. Just adjust your expectations slightly, pack your swimsuit *and* your common sense, and be prepared to fall a little bit in love. And remember, the best travel memories are rarely perfect. They're the ones with a bit of mess, a few minor disasters, and a whole lot of unforgettable moments. And those sunsets? Yeah, they're definitely worth it.
