Mare Monte Hotel, 9 kms west of Kyrenia is a three star resort under the management of the Vakif. [Unlike any other foundation, the Vakif (or Vakf) is a religious foundation]. All of the 76 bungalows and 18 deluxe rooms are air-conditioned, and furnished with a TV, a telephone, a mini bar, a bath and a shower. The Turkish and international dishes are prepared with the greatest of care at Mare Monte where the guests can taste a variety of delicious food at the open buffet of the restaurant, in the company of live music. The resort's terrace bar has a rich variety of drinks. Other facilities and services include an open air disco, tennis and volleyball courts, table tennis wind surfing, banana, water skiing, scuba diving, a 24 hour taxi service and arrangements to cater for special occasions, entertainments and cocktails.