First Joy Hotel

Because our stay was during a low tourism period, the breakfast did not take place in its regular location (downstairs dining hall), which did add a bit of extra time, as the food had to be transferred (via dumbwaiter) to the entry-level cafe seating. Even so, the warm foods were warm, the cool foods were cool, and the tea was abundant. It would have been nice if they had offered coffee. The Turks love their "cay," but plenty of travelers from the West would appreciate our beloved coffee (not Turkish "kahve"). Because of the hotel's location (on the hillside above Trabzon), getting around might be a bit of a hassle for people without a car. However, the hotel's shuttle to and from the Forum mall allowed us (who love to walk) to quickly cut off quite a few kilometers from our daily meanderings. I highly recommend the Sumela Monastery! We loved exploring its rooms during the cold, snow, and ice of winter. It made us wonder, "How difficult was monastic life?"

Need heavier weights in the gym

The hotel exceeded our expectations. Modern design, excellent cleanliness standards, and exceptional service quality. The staff made us feel truly valued. We highly recommend this property and look forward to staying again in the near future.

Good hotel and the breakfast Great