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Dining at Hotel Villa Mahal

From early coffee on the roof terrace to waterside suppers lit by lanterns, dining at Villa Mahal is shaped as much by the setting as the menu. Times and special evenings can vary by season, but the mood is reliably unhurried.

Breakfast on the panoramic roof terrace

Breakfast setting with panoramic views at Hotel Villa Mahal

Breakfast is served on the panoramic roof terrace, with sweeping views across Kalkan Bay. Expect a Turkish-style spread: fresh breads and pastries, fruit and juices, yoghurt, local honey, olives and cheese, with eggs cooked to your preference.

The same terrace is also a fine place for a sundowner as the light drops behind the Taurus Mountains. On selected evenings, it becomes the venue for special meze and barbecue nights.

Special evenings are scheduled seasonally and can vary week to week. It's worth checking the current plan once you arrive.

Lunch on the waterside

Waterside lunch at Villa Mahal beach club

Lunch is an easy, alfresco affair at the beach club restaurant, with gulets drifting in and out of the harbour beyond. Dishes lean on fresh local ingredients, from a simple stone-oven pide to grilled fish or chicken with an array of meze.

Typical serving window

Lunch is often served between midday and late afternoon, but timings can shift slightly in high season.

Waterside evening dining

Evening dining by the water at Villa Mahal

At dusk, discreet lighting transforms the waterside terrace and the bay becomes a backdrop of soft reflections and distant harbour lights. Dinner here feels special, yet relaxed, with the sea close enough to hear between courses.

Dinner is typically served in the evening, with certain nights hosted on the panoramic rooftop terrace instead.

Dinner venues and timings can vary by day and season. The hotel team will confirm the current arrangement during your stay.

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