The Turkish resort of Side is popular due to the huge number of ancient monuments and chic sandy beaches, many of which are marked with the sign of the “Blue Flag”. To combine a rich excursion program and relaxed beach leisure, we recommend considering the five-star side Resort Hotel, located on the first coastline near the most interesting sights of the region.
Location / Infrastructure
Antalya International Airport can be reached in less than an hour from the hotel complex, and the distance to the city center is 7 kilometers. Do you want to get high-quality service immediately after arrival in the country? We advise you to book a transfer in advance. A trip by car, equipped with child seats and modern climate control systems, will take a minimum of time and will save on a taxi.
For a comfortable stay of travelers on the territory of Side Resort there are the following amenities:
- Storage space for large luggage.
- Currency exchange offices.
- Several shops where you can buy products and household goods.
- Beauty parlour.
- Car rental.
- Laundry, dry cleaning, ironing room.
- Shared lounge area with TV and sofas.
- Shuttle to the beach, running on schedule.
- High-speed elevators.
- Street parking.
The hotel took care of all categories of vacationers – apartments, the adjacent plot, the recreation area are equipped in such a way as to provide guests with disabilities with quality service.
Tatiana, Ryazan: “The hotel is located in a quiet, peaceful area – it is convenient, because there are no huge crowds of tourists. We took an excursion to the ancient city, really liked the quality of service, and during the day had a great time on the coast. Animators are great, trying to create an easy, relaxed atmosphere and constantly offer something new”
Hotel Rooms
The hotel is represented by comfortable standard and family apartments, which can be settled in both as a couple and a large company or family. Each room has:
- Shower and bathroom.
- Air conditioning unit.
- Electronic safe.
- Bathing accessories.
- Electric kettle, tea or coffee making facilities.
- Plasma TV.
- Storage space for clothes.
To ensure the safety of babies, all sockets are equipped with protective pads. In addition, on request, baby cots, strollers, feeding furniture are installed in the room.
The family-run apartments feature a spacious living room and kitchen area. Guests can also dine in a designated area or on the balcony overlooking the flowered garden. Non-smoking rooms are available for travelers who care about their health.
Bathrooms are equipped with handrails and low sinks, which creates favorable conditions for guests in wheelchairs. In addition, tourists can use the “wake-up call” service so as not to sleep through their flight or early excursion.
Victor, Chelyabinsk: “Everything is thought out to the smallest detail: a wide range of services, many of which are included in the cost of booking, good breakfasts, a spacious beach. I’d love to come here again!”
Beaches / Pools
The sandy Kumkoy Beach is a short walk away. The gentle entrance to the water creates favorable conditions for children and guests who prefer to swim closer to the shore. The tourist season in Side begins in April – by this time the water temperature rises to +20-23 degrees.
The beach area is quite long – in the reviews, tourists note that even with a large number of vacationers, sun loungers and umbrellas are enough.
Do you think that just swimming and sunbathing is boring? For active travelers on the coast there is a rental of various equipment: boats, catamarans, water skis, masks and scuba gear.
The underwater world of Mediterranean resorts is of interest to divers. Beginners can be trained in a dive school, dive in tandem with an instructor. And experienced amateurs will be shown the most beautiful places where you can not only see exotic marine life, but also explore sunken ships.
During the warmer years, side Resort Hotel has a heated swimming pool with separate corners for children. Nearby there is a bar offering cocktails, freshly squeezed juices, ice cream with various fillings and light snacks. Guests can sunbathe on the terrace, surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens.
Olga, Smolensk: “Food – on a solid five! On the tables there were always fruits, kebabs of meat and fish, a variety of fresh, stunningly delicious coffee. The rooms have comfortable beds, air conditioning works perfectly. Rooms, grounds and pool are cleaned daily.”
Food
Telya Restaurant & Grill serves international cuisine by à la carte or prior request. You can choose your own meal system: full board, breakfast only, morning and evening meals.
On the tables – meat and fish delights, a lot of fresh fruit, national pastries and sweets. The kids are delighted with pizza, and for the youngest customers there is a special menu. Here you can try unusual Asian delicacies, grilled dishes.
Turkish cuisine in the Side area was formed under the influence of Mediterranean and Greek traditions, so the assortment is especially a lot of fish and seafood treats.
Continental breakfasts are also suitable for tourists who follow a diet for health or religion reasons. We recommend that you clarify this point at the stage of booking – for you will make a varied diet for the entire stay at the resort.
The second restaurant – La Sera Italian Restaurant – specializes in the preparation of Italian dishes. In addition to classic pizza and pasta, here you can try airy desserts, soups and salads from the seafood.
Fans of tasting alcoholic beverages should order the system “All inclusive” – the wine list in the main institution will impress every guest. Travelers note the variety of white, red, rosé wines from different parts of the world. It is very important that drinks are not diluted, as is often the case in all-inclusive establishments.
Prefer to cook yourself? Most rooms are equipped with a kitchen area with kitchen utensils and appliances. You can buy products in the supermarket, and for an additional fee, for guests organize delivery from the store.
Elizaveta, Sevastopol: “The buffet is amazing, a lot of “hypoallergenic”, which is especially important for me. The rooms fully correspond to the photo: furniture and appliances are new, impeccable order, each room has a TV. Thanks to the team of animators, we were not bored.”
Leisure
When organizing entertainment programs, the staff tried to take into account the interests of all vacationers. Travelers who love sports and active pastime, available water aerobics and table tennis, bicycle rental, horse riding lessons, the opportunity to visit the fitness room without restrictions.
For the excellent mood of the guests of side Resort Hotel is responsible for the professional animation staff. During the day, interesting team games are organized, and in the evening you will find bright discos, beach parties, themed dinners, competition programs and original shows. Evening leisure is designed for guests of all ages – first children have fun, and then adults.
Prefer a more relaxing holiday? You can play billiards, enjoy live music in the restaurant, have fun in karaoke. And for fans of sports matches until late in the evening there is a bar where you can enjoy the game of your favorite team on the big screen.
The hotel complex also provides for recreational recreation. After a busy day, take a look at the spa, which offers a lot of wellness treatments for every taste. To get a noticeable effect, you can order an individual program taking into account your needs. Relaxation will complement the sauna, Turkish hammam, relaxation in the jacuzzi. And the specialists of the massage room will help relieve fatigue and recharge your vivacity.
Children’s leisure here is thought out to the smallest detail: for preschoolers there are playgrounds indoors and outdoors. And at the service of children of high school age – a thematic club, where you can not only have a good time, but also buy new hobbies. While you are resting, the children are looked after by educators.
The hotel has a tour desk. Those who want to learn more about the history of the region are offered a visit to the ancient part of the city: museums, temples with unique architecture, monuments presented here testify to the stay of the ancient Greeks on the territory of Side.
More interested in nature? In the vicinity there are many picturesque lakes, fascinating waterfalls. And to get the maximum of positive emotions from the walk, it is worth going to the recreational area of Green Canyon. Bays with the purest water of turquoise hue and majestic mountains will not leave anyone indifferent.
Daria, Astrakhan: “A good place for a family holiday: they feed tasty and diverse, unobtrusive, cheerful animation during the day, evening programs are also very interesting. Small well maintained area suitable for walking.”
Quality of service
Side Resort Hotel administrators speak six languages. Tickets for entertainment events and concerts can be purchased at reception at a good discount. If necessary, customers can use the photocopying service or receive a fax. Trying to keep abreast of current events? Morning newspapers can be delivered on request, and free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and on site.
To explore the sights of Turkey in detail, many guests prefer to travel by car. There will be no problems with parking – you can leave the vehicle in the parking lot right in front of the entrance to the hotel. The institution has a car rental – for rent you will need only an international driver’s license.
Are you preparing for an important event or just want to change your image? In the beauty salon you will be offered a lot of services, from styling and coloring to skin care procedures.
Reception is open around the clock. Check-in is made from 14.00, departure – from 02.00 to noon. Accelerated and individual registration is available to each client. You can leave the establishment and return at any time.
A day of accommodation in the hotel complex will cost about 50 €. Children under 11 years old are allowed free of charge, but for accommodation on an extra bed will have to pay a little extra.
Svetlana, Tomsk: “Transfer to the beach is excellent, there is a cool SPA center with affordable prices – especially I liked the massage and beauty treatments. It’s nice to walk around the neighborhood: no noise, no “busyness”, despite the fact that there were a lot of vacationers. “
Hospitality, courtesy and willingness to satisfy any requests of guests are the main principles of Side Resort. You can come here not only in the holiday season, but also in the cold season. For example, the period from November to March is especially favorable for sightseeing trips.
