Akra Antalya Hotel

The BARUT FAMILY stands as one of the most venerable and noble lineages of the Mediterranean ,guardians of lands whose beauty is matched only by their humanity. Their reverence for nature and for the environment is exemplary, and for this, they deserve the highest gratitude. What they have achieved with Akra Hotel Antalya is no ordinary accomplishment: they have transformed it not merely into a hotel, but into a living sanctuary of civilization ,a place where humanity, culture, and refinement converge. Anyone may convert a building into a hotel; yet only a rare and enlightened few ,perhaps but a handful in the world ,can breathe into it the spirit of warmth, sincerity, and serenity that makes it a true home for the soul. At the heart of this transformation stands Mr. GÖKHAN POLAT. He is far more than a CEO or General Manager: he is a gentleman, a sincere friend, and a leader who embraces both humanity and nature with grace and affection. Having traveled extensively and resided in more than two hundred hotels across the globe, I can declare without hesitation that Akra ranks firmly among the top five not merely for its physical excellence, but for the civilization it embodies. Its immaculate cleanliness, its spirit of tolerance, and its deep respect for both people and the environment place it in a league of its own. During my many long stays here, I have received unceasing support, and for this I offer my heartfelt gratitude to Mr. GÖKHAN POLAT, to BORAY ABI,Berkay Bey, Chef Harun, Chef Hasan, Chef Oğuzhan, Nuh, Berat, Mahmut Bey, Osman, Kıvanç, Merziha, Seda, Ezgi, Ceren, and Naz — each of whom has, with unfailing sincerity and care, enriched my experience. In guest relations, I owe special thanks to Berke and Melike Hanım, whose attentiveness ensured that not a single request went unanswered and that every need was met with flawless precision and gracious warmth. This, I believe, is not the end of a journey but its continuation. As a voluntary representative and friend of the Akra Family, I am deeply honored and delighted to carry its name forward. Akra is not merely a hotel; it is, beyond dispute, a shining star of Mediterranean civilization. Its kitchens are paragons of purity and health using the most advanced technologies while preserving the primacy of the organic and the natural. Its terraces and views are designed to lift the human spirit and remind one of the beauty of existence. Its spas, under the refined care of Mr. Mehmet, are havens of rest and rejuvenation. Its gyms are equipped with the most modern technology, and I thank Batuhan for his unfailing presence and assistance. Above all, I extend my gratitude to the entire Akra Family for hosting me with such warmth and dignity, and for their unwavering commitment to upholding these standards in the future. Akra stands as living proof that hospitality, when guided by vision, respect, and soul, may transcend commerce and become civilization itself. With my warmest regards, Murat Acar