Title: Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6322460&destination=Bucak%2C+Burdur+Province%2C+T%C3%BCrkiye&selected=75004788&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Lakeside relaxation awaits with scenic outdoor seating areas, while two restaurants serve delicious Turkish cuisine perfect after exploring nearby trails ## Photo gallery for Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant ![Lake - Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant (Bucak)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75004800/75004788/33c434bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Turkish cuisine - Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant (Bucak)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75004800/75004788/6ded540e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe - Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant (Bucak)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75004800/75004788/29b2acfb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant (Bucak)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75004800/75004788/18e08d3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Quadruple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe - Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant (Bucak)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75004800/75004788/2901a20b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant sits on the shores of a peaceful lake, offering a quiet getaway. Travelers can enjoy local flavors at the two restaurants, relax in the garden, and explore the area's hiking trails using the hotel's bike rental service. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Room service £173 includes taxes & fees 19 Mar - 20 Mar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 17 - Mar 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=75004788&PinnedHotelID=75004788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=75004788&PinnedHotelID=75004788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 18 - Mar 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=75004788&PinnedHotelID=75004788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=75004788&PinnedHotelID=75004788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=75004788&PinnedHotelID=75004788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=75004788&PinnedHotelID=75004788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=75004788&PinnedHotelID=75004788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=75004788&PinnedHotelID=75004788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75004800/75004788/f6e31af9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room - Lake view - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75004800/75004788/29b2acfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room - Garden view - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Quadruple Room ![Quadruple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75004800/75004788/83ef5f5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room - 861 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBucak-Hotels-DOLPHIN-BOUTIQUE-HOTEL-RESTAURANT.h75004788.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBucak-Hotels-DOLPHIN-BOUTIQUE-HOTEL-RESTAURANT.h75004788.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Bucak, Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant is on a lake. Yazili Kanyon National Park and Sagalassos are two other places to visit that come recommended. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, boat tours and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Bucak travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bucak.dx6322460) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C37.37759%2C30.82309&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=X6ka-cYUs6oRjp8HG59GIxLIEJY=) Karacaören, 71, Bucak, Burdur, 15302 ### What's nearby - ![Very peaceful early in the day and you can have all behind the waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635019398603/43c391d9-0189-4ac2-8c38-38e89eb589b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kursunlu Waterfall 53 min drive \- 36.8 miles - ![Yazılı Canyon Nature Park has a remarkable structure with its stones in the lake, green views and sparkling flowing waters. Isparta, Turkey.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6329478/078e3bef-8882-42f5-b398-01f98b8fff14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yazili Kanyon National Park 58 min drive \- 23.9 miles - ![Greeko Roman city ruins,this city was abandoned after a number of attacks. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635290258120/688094af-b1b4-4abf-b130-a74382951f3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Archaeological Site of Perge 60 min drive \- 42.8 miles - Karacaoren Dam 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Antalya Expo Center 59 min drive \- 42.1 miles ### Getting around - Antalya (AYT-Antalya Intl.) 54 min drive ### Restaurants - Gölbaşı Restaurant 7 min drive - Naturel Cafe Restorant 6 min drive - Gölpark Restaurant 7 min drive - Dostlar restaurant Gölünbaşı 9 min drive - Baraj Mola Restaurant 8 min drive ## About this property ### Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Hotel by the lake Consider a stay at Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant and take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), a free daily manager's reception and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and Turkish cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Bike hire, express check-in and outdoor furniture Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. 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Limited-hour front desk - Lockers ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping on request ### Outdoors - Garden - On a lake - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in room - No lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Egyptian cotton sheets ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 80-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Safe - Soundproofed rooms - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit Property Registration Number 2022-15-0025 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Dolphin & Restaurant Bucak DOLPHIN BOUTIQUE HOTEL RESTAURANT Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Hotel Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Bucak Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Hotel Bucak ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant? ### How much is parking at Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant? ### What time is check-in at Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant? ### What time is check-out at Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant? ### Where is Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Dolphin Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rocco 14 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities La struttura è molto accogliente, il proprietario il sig. Giuseppe ospitale e cortese, insieme a tutto lo staff. Ottima la cena e per colazione un numero indefinito di ottime pietamze fatte tutte artigianalmente dalla mamma di Giuseppe. Una colazione, insomma, da fotografare e da mettere sul web, se non fosse chi io personalmente odio fotografare quello che mangio. ##### Rocco Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ercan 2 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Familien geführtes ##### Ercan Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Hotels with Connecting Rooms in Hua Hin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hua-Hin-Hotels-Hotel-With-Connecting-Rooms.0-0-d6049558-thotelwithconnectingrooms.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Ironmasters House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Telford-Hotels-Ironbridge-Village.h55324749.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels near Annapurna Conservation Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Annapurna-Conservation-Area-Hotels.d553248629255494332.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > - [Spa Hotels in Stratford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-London-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-n6144705-0-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [City Center Residence by Pattaya Holiday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pattaya-Hotels-City-Center-Residence-By-Pattaya-Holiday.h24381841.Hotel-Information) > - [Ski Hotels in Banff](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banff-Hotels-Ski-Hotels.0-0-d10550-tSkiHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Hotels with Waterpark in Chessington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chessington-Hotels-Waterpark-Hotel.0-0-d6060641-twaterparkhotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Hotels near Lowther Pavilion](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lowther-Pavilion-Hotels.0-l553248621532493246-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Caffeine & Machine](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Caffeine-Machine.h60263937.Hotel-Information) > - [Adina Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Da-Nang-Hotels-Adina-Hotel.h9414416.Hotel-Information) > - [Villa Sunny Side by Villa Plus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tias-Hotels-Villa-Sunny-Side-By-Villa-Plus.h92560021.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotels in Ardnamurchan Peninsula](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ardnamurchan-Peninsula-Hotels.d6179260.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > - [Flights from warsaw modlin mazovia airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/wmi/flights-from-warsaw-modlin-mazovia-airport) > - [Flights from Ezeiza (EZE) to El Calafate (FTE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/eze/fte/buenos-aires-to-el-calafate) > - [Flights from Hounslow (LHR) to Djibouti (JIB)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/jib/london-to-djibouti) > - [Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Jamaica (JFK)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhx/jfk/birmingham-to-new-york) ### Cars ### Packages > - [St. Catherine's Lighthouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Catherines-Lighthouse-Ventnor.d6259375.Attraction) > - [Hergiswil Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hergiswil.d602811.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General > - [Visit Worthenbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worthenbury.dx553248635977104880) > - [Visit Anchor Point](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anchor-Point.dx182904) > - [Visit Bologna Fiere District](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bologna-Bologna-Fiere-District.dx553248635810302895) ---