Uludag Orman Koskleri

“Orman Koşkleri” are located in Sarıalan, 1,650 meters above sea level. I booked 2 nights in January 2024 at one of the small mansions (1 double bed + 2 single beds). It snowed during my stay and the atmosphere was lovely, so I extended my stay for one more night. In this review I will shed some light on matters that might be of importance to those who fancy this type of getaway. Before booking, I went through online photos as well as many of the published reviews and was encouraged by the abundance of positive comments. The negative comments were very few and, after my stay, I think that some of those comments were unfair. The online material tells clearly that the mansions are simple cottages fulfilling basic needs as I will expand below, not 5-star luxury hotels It appears that some reviewers had high expectations. I went there with a fair certainty about the features of the place and my findings were not far from my expectations. This review applies to the small cottages, the bigger ones might be different. Outside the main entrance door, there is a small terrace with a bench and a fireplace for grilling. Inside, the cottage consists of a ground floor and an upper floor. In the ground floor there is a living hall (about 5m x 3m) containing a 4-seater sofa, 1-seater armchair, dining table with 4 chairs, and a kitchenette corner with utensils etc., mini refrigerator, electric cooker, kettle, and a washing machine. The toilet and shower enclosure are also located in this floor. A wooden stairway leads to the upper floor where you’ll find an open space with 2 single beds, and a small room with a double bed. What I liked: - The overall atmosphere of the place is stunning. It is truly enclaved by a forest (“Orman Koşkleri” means “Forest Mansions”). - The huts are spread on the sides of a paved road, so you can park your car in the vicinity of your hut. Make sure you have tire chains if you’re coming in the snowy season. - A fully-fledged Mosque is available within a walking distance (hot water ablution, Friday Prayer, and women’s hall). - Reception office is also within a walking distance. Availability of English-speaking staff is a great advantage. You can communicate with this office via mobile numbers (including WhatsApp) since the small cottages are not equipped with landline phones. - The compound is adjacent to the Telefrik (cable car) station. Here you can take the cable car up to Uludağ or down to Bursa. You can find some shops here too (grocery, snacks, souvenirs, garments). - At the center of the compound there is the main restaurant where you can have your breakfast (preset, served to your table) and where “à la carte” lunch and dinner can be served too. The menu includes raw meat if you prefer cooking/grilling in your hut. The food is good and the staff members are great. You can also have your meal delivered to your room against a small additional fee. Note that this restaurant is not open all-year-round. Check before booking. - T

This is the worst place to stay. The receptionist didn’t speak English. The cabin which we stayed in had a mouse running around, Disgusting! Outside the cabin were terrifying dogs which would take your stuff if left outside the cabin. The way to the cabin was slippery and muddy and puddles everywhere. Definitely Not suitable for young children and old people. On inquiring bandages from the reception they didn’t have a first aid box and if you have an emergency while at this place the nearest hospital was 100km away in bursa city. Summary DONT GO HERE

The area is so amazing in the middle of the forest, 100m away from telefrik. you can approach the area by car. there are very limited options for food and very expensive, hence, it is better to have your food with you from Bursa. unfortunately the kitchen amenities are not that good, so try not to rely on heating the food