We are off to the Golmar Beach Hotel for the last two weeks in August with our two children (aged 7 and 8). Is there plenty to do in the evening with the kids? Ideally, are there plenty of restaurants where the kids won't get bored once they have eaten! and we may want to sit for a while. Also can anyone let me know what currency to take over there? Is it Lira/Euros or even Sterling? Can someone also advise me how strong the Lira is to the pound and whether Turkey is as cheap as they say..... many thanks.

Bring pounds and change it here currently 2.65 to 1 pound.
Not as cheap as it was but still good value.
Sorry don't know that area.

The Golmar is at the far end of the beach near to the new marina.
You have three good bars close at hand that have nightly entertainment that will keep the children amused these are Liberty Bar, Harmony Bar where the free Stella drag show takes place and the Deniz Kapisi Karaoke Bar,this bar stays open late.
You also have the Golmar beach bar.
The Lira is up and down and is 2.55 YTL to the £ at the moment.
Take about £50 of Turky Lira with you to start your Hols and the rest in sterling or travelers cheques if you are more comfortable with the security these give you.
Also take £10 and £5 notes for making those purchases on the market.
Change your money at the local shops or bars you will get a better rate.
I would say its about 18% dearer this year than last due to the exchange rate and a slight increase on the local prices.
A 10 minute walk along the promenade will bring you to the canal area a picturesque place with some good restaurents.

Thanks Redrhino and TDiver for your replies. Found the info really helpful, especially with the currency exchange rate. Can't wait to go now. Only 56 more sleeps!!! Thanks again, Jane.