We had an excellent time at D-Resort. After travelling the greater Izmir region for a week, my wife and I were looking for somewhere to relax and enjoy the sun and D-Resort definitely delivered. The breakfast is absolutely excellent, with an enormous array of fresh and tasty produce and dishes - probably the best breakfast I've ever seen in a hotel. The resort is decorated in an extremely tasteful, almost Mexican/Yucatan pinewood style. My wife said that everywhere you go in the resort smells like heaven! The Junior Suite we booked was fantastic - really beautiful and charming views of the ocean and Cunda island in the distance, and very spacious too. The bed was also extremely comfy, we slept like babies the whole duration of our stay :) The staff are who really make D-Resort special though. I have never been to a 5 star hotel or resort before where you have direct Whatsapp communication with the staff. It truly made the experience even more special, as if we needed anything - a pot of Turkish tea delivered to our room, an extra pillow, a taxi to be called and arranged for the evening, or even recommendations for restaurants in the greater Ayvalik area - the staff would instantly respond to us and deliver our requests. Truly breath-taking customer service. I see other customers in the review comments complaining that the sea is too shallow, but to be honest this is just the nature of the area and I don't really think there is anything that D-Resort can do about it. Yes the sea is a little shallow and water is not always turquoise, but this is related to actual nature rather than D-Resort's management. I thought the beach was beautiful, usually quite empty and really felt lucky that it was private to the hotel. Overall we had an incredible time at D-Resort and felt very fortunate to experience such an amazing level of customer service. The hotel, room, views and beach are excellent, but it is the staff that truly make this place special.

A very minor comment would be that a newer smart TV with netflix would have been appreciated in our room, but we didn't even watch that much TV anyway.

This is an incredibly good five star classic hotel. You will have the feeling of a boutique hotel, but with all the comfort of a five star. The place is beautiful, rooms are very comfortable, the restaurant is very good, location on the private beach. The breakfast included in the price is incredible, more like a brunch. Lunch has good options too and service to your sun bed is a nice touch. There’s a valet so you don’t have to worry about parking your car. Reception personnel is very welcoming and helpful. I had a massage at the Spa which was wonderful and my family enjoyed the Turkish bath (booked privately). The gym was excellent. There was an olive oil tasting with martinis which we really appreciated. You must visit Cunda island, it’s stunning! There is a kids club which we didn’t need but the kids seemed super happy.

The only thing would be to add more international channels to the TV.

The overall simplicity and comfort of the place make you feel like you’re visiting your grandmother’s summer house, but with the added touch of an experienced team providing top-notch service. The restaurant is exceptional, offering not just typical hotel meals but a true taste of Ayvalık. The dishes were carefully prepared, and at breakfast, the regional olives and cheeses were beautifully presented. The beach is calm and well-maintained, with special services for guests with pets. We’ve experienced pet-friendly services before, like in Switzerland during a ski trip, but D Resort truly stands out as a pet-friendly hotel. One minor issue we encountered was that areas designated for guests with pets during breakfast and by the beach were sometimes taken by other guests who found those spots appealing. I don’t know why 😁 However, the staff quickly resolved the issue by finding us a new place. The service quality is top-notch, and the staff go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. The sea is warm, and the sandy beach is perfect for families with young children. The rooms are clean and spacious, and the bungalows come with large gardens and balconies, providing a refreshing and open atmosphere. If you’re looking for a place where you can swim peacefully, avoid large crowds, listen to the sound of the sea, and enjoy a gentle breeze without being overwhelmed by noise or crowded activities, this is the perfect spot. It’s an ideal, peaceful retreat for families with little paws.

On days when the sea is rough, the water can become quite murky, which can make for a less enjoyable swimming experience. Unfortunately, this is something beyond the hotel’s control, as it’s purely due to natural condition or cleanliness of camping areas near the hotel.

We really enjoyed the quality of service and comfort. The pool was very nice, and the food in the restaurants was tasty.

The sea was not very clear and quite shallow — which makes it suitable for children, but less so for those who enjoy swimming. During our 5-day stay, there was occasionally an unpleasant smell, most likely from seaweed. We also felt that the price was a bit on the high side.

The hotel itself is very relaxing and located in a quiet area, perfect for a peaceful stay. The staff overall were friendly and helpful making us feel genuinely welcomed. The Guest Relations and F&B teams were exceptional, professional, attentive, and always going the extra mile. A special thanks to the H&K Manager Ms. Aysegul for her thoughtful and much-appreciated gifts which truly made our stay even more memorable.

Absolutely the best service I have seen in the world. Staff was amazing and you can tell the hotel puts an extra effort to make you comfortable and enjoy your stay. The breakfast was amazing with so many choice and the dinner was just top quality! The room and beach as well, in short everything was just perfect.

Nothing really, the hotel and staff made sure our stay was fantastic

We had a wonderful stay at the D-Resort, everything was beyond expectations and staff were particularly welcoming and made our stay a much more positive stay. I would like to also thank the Hotel Manager Tahir for welcoming us nicely to the resort and being a great host. We also had to check out early morning and they provided us with breakfast pack which was top of the line and much appreciated. Highly recommend this resort.

Well trained English speaking staff. Very helpful and easy to communicate with through whatsapp . Rich breakfast with variable choices . This applies for lunch and dinner as well. Very good service every where in the hotel

It’s a family friendly resort that’s why it was noisy almost every where .

Everything about this facility is fantastic.....the rooms clean, spacious, great views, nicely maintained, nice bright colors could not be anything better, very kind and professional staff...the environment cleanliness....location between pine trees and directly at the beach...The quality and variety at the breakfast beyond imagination...very calm place to enjoy the tranquility and peace..BRAVO

no bad comments nothing I can slightly make a negative comment about

Hospitality is 10/10. Great stuff and service.

Not about the property but it doesn’t have the best sea/swimming experience. The water is very shallow and murky most of the time.