I had a wonderful 7-day stay at Old Kalamaki Pansiyon! Ideally situated in the heart of Kalkan, shops, restaurants, and the sea are at your doorstep--nothing is more than a 4 minute walk away! The front of the hotel sits on a quiet side street reached by a nicely decorated stairway--so no moped traffic! The alley serves as a courtyard with tables and is the perfect place for the wonderful Turkish breakfast they serve. In fact, this area is so picturesque that many tourists use it for photo shoots.
The traditionally decorated rooms are compact, meticulously clean, with brand new bathroom fixtures and SOFT towels! My bath was an open concept "wet-room" so the shower was not enclosed, but if you're used to staying in boutique hotels this is nothing new. Most of the rooms are soundproofed, mine was not but I had no problem sleeping.
Meltem, the owner/operator, was amazing! She arranged an airport pick-up, a fabulous boat trip, a truly impressive massage [with her own therapist], and recommended the best beach clubs. I usually like to make these arrangements myself, but Meltem is a Kalkan local and well-connected, so you can trust you are in good hands.
If you prefer staying in traditional places owned and operated by locals, Old Kalamaki is a perfect choice. As a solo traveler, I met so many people at breakfast, or visiting in the "courtyard" after a full day out and about. I arrived a stranger and l left feeling like family--it was a truly authentic experience!