🏨 Where to stay in Side: 15 all inclusive hotels near the sea

Side sits on a narrow peninsula 80 km east of Antalya (GoTürkiye, as of 09/2026). The temples of Apollo and Athena here come almost right up to the water, and the 20,000-seat Roman theater still hosts concerts today. The resort has long been synonymous with all-inclusive vacations: large hotels line the beachfront, and food and entertainment are included in the price.

We've put together 15 five-star hotels in Side on an all-inclusive basis and organized them by area, beach, and vacation style. There are large family complexes with water parks, quiet hotels near a pine forest, and adults-only clubs. For each one below: where it's located, what's on the property, and who it's suited for.

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How to choose a 5-star hotel in Side

💡 In short:

Look at the area: Kumkoy and Gundogdu are closer to the old town, Sorgun and Titreyengol are quieter and greener.
Check the beach: some hotels have their own, others are reached by an underpass or a path through the property.
With kids, pick complexes with a water park and kids' club; for a quiet getaway, look for an 18+ hotel.
Resort, areas, and beaches: 09/2026, according to the official tourism portal of Turkey

Side stretches along the coast from Colakli to Sorgun, and the distance to the old town changes the whole vacation. Closer to the center, you can walk to the ruins, but you get more noise from the promenade. Farther from the center, hotel grounds are larger, and beaches are wider and less crowded.

All 15 hotels below operate on an all-inclusive basis and are located near the sea or near ancient Side. The difference between them hides in details you only notice on site: the size of the water park, the number of a la carte restaurants, the style of entertainment, and whether children are allowed.

Areas of Side: where to stay

The area determines how much you'll walk and how often you'll need a taxi. Kumkoy and Gundogdu are convenient for those who want to see the old town, while Sorgun, Titreyengol, and Colakli suit lovers of quiet and greenery.

Area	Where it is	Who it's for
Kumkoy	west of the old town, beachfront	large family complexes with a water park
Gundogdu	about 15 minutes by car to the temples of Apollo	those willing to drive to the ruins
Sorgun	a green village east of Side	a quiet stay near a pine forest
Titreyengol	by Lake Titreyengol	families and nature lovers
Colakli and Evrenseki	west coast, farther from the center	those not planning to go to the old town

The beaches here are sandy or sandy-pebble, and the entry into the sea is usually gentle. Most hotels in this selection have their own beach with loungers and umbrellas, but some require a walk through the property or an underpass. Check this in advance if you're traveling with small children.

1. Kirman Calyptus Resort & SPA

The hotel is in Kumkoy, about 450 m from the beach (on the map). The ten-story building was designed in the shape of a bird with spread wings, and you can see it from the road. The property has a large pool, a shallow children's pool, and a water park with several slides.

woman in a hat with a cocktail by the pool

Dining in several restaurants is buffet-style, with a beach bar, a pool bar, and a lobby bar on the ground floor. For relaxation, there's a sunbathing area with umbrellas and loungers, a gym, and a spa with a Turkish bath and massage. In the evening, entertainment, shows, and discos kick in.

Location: Kumkoy, about 450 m to the beach and two kilometers to the municipal Side beach (on the map)
Who it's for: families with children and those who want everything they need on the hotel property

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2. Barut Hemera

This hotel is in Kumkoy. Its own stretch of beach is 80 m away, reached by an underpass, with a promenade above it for leisurely walks. The rooms are housed in snow-white buildings in a modern style.

Barut Hemera hotel grounds with palm trees and garden

The property has several pools, including heated and indoor ones, and a separate shallow area with attractions for children. The restaurants serve buffet and a la carte, with plenty of seasonal vegetables, meat, and fish on the menu. The wellness area with a sauna and hammam is complemented by massage, fitness, tennis, and mini golf.

Location: Kumkoy, 80 m to its own beach via an underpass (on the map)
Who it's for: couples and families who want both the beach and walks along the sea
Not for: those looking for a loud evening program until morning

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3. Jacaranda Hotels Side

The complex is in Gundogdu, a 15-minute drive from the temples of Apollo and Athena (on the map). It's a family resort with large, well-kept grounds, where outdoor and indoor pools, a water park, a soccer field, and a tennis court are tucked among flowering bushes.

Main hotel building with pool and palm trees

Kids here get creative activities, workshops, and contests in the kids' club, on the playground, and in the shallow pool. Dining is covered by five restaurants serving Italian and Asian cuisine, seafood, and buffet dishes, with room service available. Adults have access to a wellness center with a sauna and hammam and car rental.

Location: Gundogdu, about a 15-minute drive to the Temples of Apollo and Athena (per the map)
Who it's for: families with kids who want plenty of food and activity options
Getting there: the old town of Side is easier to reach by car

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4. Seven seas hotel blue

The hotel is located in Sorgun right on the beachfront. Its private beach has a Blue Flag designation, and the rooms offer mountain views. Guests stay in standard rooms and bungalows that can fit a large family or group.

The property has two large pools, one with a gradual entry, and two kids' splash pools with slides. On the beach there's a bar with cold drinks, live music, and discos, while the Palm Garden restaurant handles the buffet. A fitness center, a wellness complex with a sauna and hammam, and sports courts round out the active recreation options.

Location: Sorgun, beachfront, private Blue Flag beach
Who it's for: families and those who want to combine beach time with trips to the Temple of Apollo and Manavgat Waterfall

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5. Acanthus & cennet barut collection

This collection sits in the center of ancient Side right on the beachfront. Panoramic windows offer a side or direct view of the sea and beach, and rooms accommodate up to four people. It's an option for those who want to live among the ruins rather than travel to them.

The main Palmiye restaurant runs the primary buffet line with a wide selection of dishes and vegetarian options. The dining scene is rounded out by a la carte restaurants, bars, and patisseries: head to the Italian Lavanta for pizza and pasta, or Roka for seafood. Additional perks include a tennis court, table tennis, beach volleyball, and a spa with massage treatments, including hot stone massage.

Location: center of ancient Side, beachfront (per the map)
Who it's for: those who want to walk to the ruins and the Temples of Apollo

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6. Otium family eco club - kids concept

The hotel occupies the shore of Lake Titreyengol, about 450 m from its own equipped beach (per the map). The concept is built around family and kids' vacations. The property features a kids' play club, entertainment programs, rides, and a pool with slides.

Parents are provided with cribs, baby bathtubs, high chairs, and strollers, so traveling with little ones is easier here. Meals are served buffet-style in the restaurant, with drinks and snacks at the pool bar and lobby bar. The menu leans toward Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine, with separate kids' dishes.

Location: shore of Lake Titreyengol, about 450 m to the beach (per the map)
Who it's for: families with toddlers and school-age kids
Not for: couples looking for quiet without a kids' program

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7. Nashira Resort & Aqua

The resort spreads across its own grounds in quiet Titreyengol. To reach the private beach with loungers, blue canopies, a sunbathing pier, and bars, you need to walk through the resort grounds. The beach surface is sand and pebble, and the sea entry is gentle.

The room inventory occupies five-story buildings with penthouses, and there is a water park with numerous slides and a network of pools of varying depths. The main restaurant serves a buffet line, while the Ottoman, Mexican, fish, and Italian restaurants cook from the menu. Mature trees provide shade in the heat, and in the evening show programs and discos kick off.

Location: Titreyengol, private beach at the far end of the grounds (per map)
Who it's for: families with children who love water parks and large pools

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8. Voyage Sorgun Hotel

The hotel sits on the first beach line in the resort village of Sorgun. Panoramic windows on the upper floors overlook the beach and the sea, while a dense pine forest borders the grounds on the other side. Guests stay in standard rooms and two- to three-story bungalows.

The private beach with a sand-and-pebble surface is equipped with umbrellas, loungers, mattresses, and free towels, and loungers on the pier offer a special experience. Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are served buffet style in the main restaurant, with drinks brought to the table. Japanese, Chinese, Greek, and Italian venues add variety to the menu.

Location: Sorgun, first line, beach access through the grounds (per map)
Who it's for: those who value pine forest, quiet, and a sea view from the room
Not for: those who want to stay within walking distance of the old town

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9. Kamelya K Club & Aqua - Kids Concept

The complex occupies the first beach line with its own well-maintained beach and large grounds with pools, playgrounds, and sports areas. The format is geared toward family and children's vacations, so special attention is paid to young guests' leisure time.

Entertainment staff keep children busy from morning to evening with games, contests, workshops, theater performances, and movie screenings. The network of on-site restaurants includes a children's dining area with healthy dishes. The beach is clean and located 200 m from the building, with a sand-and-pebble strip stretching half a kilometer along the sea.

Location: first line, about 200 m to the beach (per map)
Who it's for: large families with children of different ages
Excursions: guests can take trips to the Temple of Apollo, Manavgat Waterfall, and the national museum

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10. Royal Dragon Hotel

The hotel occupies the first beach line with its own sandy beach, and all rooms are housed in a single high-rise building. The grounds are compact but densely packed with a network of outdoor pools connected to each other and surrounded by sunbathing areas with loungers and umbrellas.

Royal Dragon hotel facade with dragon and balconies

The main restaurant operates as a buffet line, with Turkish, Italian, and Thai venues nearby. Drinks are served at the pool bar, beach bar, lobby bar, and disco, and the patisserie is worth a visit for desserts. The spa offers a sauna, hammam, mud baths, and a range of skin care treatments.

Location: first line, private sandy beach (per map)
Who it's for: those who want a compact hotel with direct sea access

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11. Paloma Orenda Resort

The resort is located in Titreyengol, about a kilometer from the lake and 50 m from a well-maintained sandy beach (per map). Guests stay in rooms in the hotel building and in standalone bungalows with sea or pool views.

The infrastructure covers almost any need. The grounds feature a huge pool with recreation areas of varying depths, a water park with nine slides, and a separate children's pool. The spa center offers a sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, massage rooms, and a beauty center, while sports enthusiasts have access to tennis courts, a golf course with instructors, surfing, and catamarans.

Location: Titreyengol, about 50 m to the sandy beach (per map)
Who it's for: families and active couples who want more than just one pool

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12. Commodore Elite Suites & Spa

The resort complex is located in Evrenseki and is adults-only: guests under 18 are not accommodated here. The "Romance inclusive" format is designed for newlyweds, couples, and young people who come for an active and lively vacation. The room inventory occupies three connected seven-story buildings with elevators.

Room balconies face the pool, the grounds, or the sea coast, and guests can swim in three large outdoor pools with two slides and an indoor pool. The beach is 50 m wide, covered with sand, and equipped with canopies, loungers with mattresses, and umbrellas. Dining is available at the main Sunset restaurant and two a la carte restaurants, including a fish restaurant.

Location: Evrenseki, beach about 50 m wide (per map)
Who it's for: couples and young people without children
Not for: families with children of any age

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13. Alva Donna Beach Resort Comfort

The hotel grounds are compact but well maintained and lush with exotic greenery. The resort occupies the first beach line in the village of Colakli. Guests stay in six-story buildings with balconies and side views of the coast, and shady paths lead to the beach through the grounds.

The hotel suits both families and young people: the infrastructure supports sports, evening gala shows, and spa treatments. A system of outdoor pools and numerous sunbathing areas lets guests swim and sunbathe without leaving the grounds. The Horizon restaurant serves a buffet, while a la carte restaurants introduce guests to Turkish cuisine, seafood, and Italian dishes.

Location: Colakli, first line, beach access via paths through the grounds (per map)
Who it's for: families and young people who want both sports and evening shows

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14. Aydinbey King's Palace

The complex is located in the Evrenseki area on the west coast. The property's main draw is its huge outdoor freshwater pools: one of them has slides for adults and children. There is plenty of greenery, so even in the heat you can walk in natural shade, and the sunbathing areas have canopies, loungers with mattresses, and soft sofas.

The buffet in the main restaurant focuses on European cuisine, while the a la carte restaurants serve Asian and Turkish dishes. There is an Irish pub on site. Entertainment options include billiards, tennis, water polo, volleyball, bowling, and an oriental dance school, plus a spa, gym, and cinema.

Location: Evrenseki, west coast (on the map)
Who it's for: families with children and guests who value pools and shade

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15. Crystal sunset luxury resort & spa

The resort complex sits on the coast two kilometers from the Kumkoy area (on the map). The luxurious building with its unusual architecture resembles a huge cruise ship, and the rooms accommodate from two to four people. This is one of the most family-friendly options in the selection.

Crystal Sunset hotel facade with turquoise domes

A complex of outdoor pools, a water park, and extensive sunbathing areas with bars cover the beach experience. Several dining venues offer a choice of national cuisine, Italian and Asian dishes, and seafood. Active guests can use tennis courts, mini golf, bicycle rental, and water activities, while relaxation is available at the spa with a hammam, sauna, and jacuzzi.

Location: coast two kilometers from Kumkoy (on the map)
Who it's for: families with children who want a water park and entertainment program
Not for: those who want a quiet hotel without a children's program

⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions

Which area of Side should I choose for a family vacation with kids?

Kumkoy and Titreyengol are more convenient for kids. Kumkoy has large resorts with water parks and kids' clubs, such as Kirman Calyptus and Kamelya K Club. Titreyengol is quieter and sits by a lake, with easy walks along pine-shaded paths. Both areas are easy to reach from the old town by car or bus.

What does the all-inclusive concept include at 5* hotels in Side?

The price usually includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet, local and imported drinks, pools, a water park, sports, and evening entertainment. A la carte restaurants and the spa often require reservations and cost extra. The exact list of services varies from hotel to hotel, so it's worth checking the official website.

When is the best time to visit Side, and when is the sea warm enough?

The sea in Side is warm from late spring to mid-autumn. The hottest months, July and August, are best spent by the water in the morning or after lunch. In May and October the heat is milder, and the water is still or already suitable for swimming. The beaches in all areas are sandy or sandy-pebble.

What is the difference between the Sorgun and Titreyengol areas?

Sorgun is a green neighborhood east of Side with a pine forest and wide beaches. Titreyengol sits by a small lake nearby, is even quieter, and suits families better. Both areas are away from the old town, so a car or transfer will be useful. The sea entry at the local beaches is gentle.

Are there adults-only 5* hotels in Side?

Yes, Commodore Elite Suites & Spa does not accommodate children under 18 and operates as a club for couples and young adults. This format offers evening shows and a beach without a kids' program. If you're traveling with a child, this hotel won't work for you; choose one of the family resorts from the list above.

All 15 hotels from the selection are marked on the map: from Colakli in the west to Sorgun in the east.

Side 5-star all-inclusive hotels

Places on the map

1Kirman Calyptus Resort & SPA Kumköy, beachfront, about 450 m to the beach, water park with slides Read more
2Barut Hemera Kumköy, 80 m to the beach via an underground passage, indoor pools Read more
3Jacaranda Hotels Side Gündoğdu, 15 minutes to the temples of Apollo and Athena, water park and kids' club Read more
4Seven Seas Hotel Blue Sorgun, beachfront, own beach with a Blue Flag Read more
5Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection Center of ancient Side, beachfront, view of the ruins Read more
6Otium Family Eco Club Lake Titreyengöl shore, about 450 m to the beach, children's play club Read more
7Nashira Resort & Aqua Titreyengöl, a private beach at the end of the grounds, water park with slides Read more
8Voyage Sorgun Hotel Sorgun, beachfront, a pine forest next to the grounds Read more
9Kamelya K Club & Aqua Beachfront, about 200 m to the beach, a children's food court Read more
10Royal Dragon Hotel Beachfront, own sandy beach, a compact property Read more
11Paloma Orenda Resort Titreyengöl, about 50 m to the beach, water park with nine slides Read more
12Commodore Elite Suites & Spa Evrenseki, adults-only from 18, a beach about 50 m wide Read more
13Alva Donna Beach Resort Comfort Çolaklı, beachfront, shaded avenues to the beach through the grounds Read more
14Aydinbey King's Palace Evrenseki, on the outskirts of the ancient city, large freshwater pools Read more
15Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa Two kilometers from Kumköy, a building shaped like a liner, a water park

The distances between areas are short, but traffic can be heavy in summer, so allow extra time for transfers.

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In short: what to book

If you're traveling with kids and want maximum entertainment, book Kirman Calyptus Resort & SPA or Kamelya K Club & Aqua. For quiet near the pine forest, head to Voyage Sorgun Hotel, and for a view of ancient Side, choose Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection.

For couples and young adults without kids, Commodore Elite Suites & Spa is a good fit. Royal Dragon Hotel offers a compact property with sea access. Large grounds with water parks are available at Nashira Resort & Aqua and Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa, and for a big spa center and sports, look at Paloma Orenda Resort.

All hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis, and prices depend on the season and booking date. You can compare available rooms across all 15 hotels on Trip.com.

Side 5* all inclusive hotels: 15 options by the sea for families and couples