We went to Hisaronu 20 July to Pinara Apartments. On first impressions we thought we were in the middle of nowhere, but soon found that actually we were only 10 mins walk to the main part, albeit downhill, which in the heat did become quite a slogg back up the hill, it wasnt too bad at night time when it was cooler, but almost impossible during the day in the blistering heat - so therefore a Taxi is needed, although this only costs about £3.

The Apartments were perfect, we were in a one bed apartment, but very roomy and everything we needed including a washing machine which I have now found is a godsend on holiday as you dont end up with a massive pile of washing when you get home.

The pool was MASSIVE! and never overcroweded - the only point I would make there was definately not enough umberellas to go round when it was busy, so much so that one person decided it was a good idea to take one in with him at night time, I can see where he was coming from as he had a family with him, but we were all in the same boat, and I personally thought it was bad him hogging the umberella. Some of the residents eventually went out and bought their own umbrellas.

We had some lovely meals namely in Dragonara which was absolute the BEST chinese we have had in a long long time and ate there three times, the only advice I would give is book a table or go early otherwise you are waiting a while for a table. Also The Swallow was lovely too, and ate there three times also. We did have some not to good meals too, but cant remember the names of the restuarants.

Olu Deniz beach is gorgeous - stunning ! and watching the paragliders is awesome - we werent so impressed with the Blue Lagoon, thought that was overrated.

Although we had a lovely relaxing holiday and enjoyed the area, we did feel that Hisaronu is lacking in the "turkish hospitality". We normally go to Icmeler (4 times) and made some lovely life long friends there - this year we didnt get to know anyone - they just seemed to get on with it, and didnt seem particularly interested in you. Icmeler is much more inviting and friendly.

If I could have picked up the apartments as these are by far the best we have ever stayed in, and the beach which beat Icmeler hands down and place in Icmeler it would be paradise.

So all in all, I loved Olu Deniz, but prefer Icmeler for the "warm welcome and friendly banter", but my youngest daughter prefered Hisaronu because there was no touchy feely waiters, which she doesnt like.

We will be back to Hisaronu mainly because of the apartments and beach. But will hopefully return to Icmeler also.