Between the two brilliant Mediterranean cities of Antalya and Alanya, another star of the Turkish Riviera twinkles since ancient times – the ancient town of Side, named after the ancient Greek goddess Artemis. Unlike resorts that specialize in certain categories of tourists, guests of all ages and incomes are welcome here.
Once having visited this wonderful place, many tourists, especially families with children, come back here again. Located in the quiet area of Bingeshik, it resembles a huge oriental palace, decorated with blue domes and flowering terraces.
It offers impeccable service, spacious rooms, a magnificent aqua zone, first-class sports and recreation facilities and a concept of endless entertainment. In the water park with 11 slides, even adults fall into childhood with pleasure and experience genuine joy, and it can be very difficult for children to pick up from there, especially from the Big King Kobra adrenaline slide. Even for 2 weeks of stay, it is almost impossible to try all the gastronomic abundance presented in numerous restaurants, bars and eateries.
Every meal is a real pleasure, and themed dinners introduce guests to the best cuisines in the world. There is a children's buffet, a dietary corner, for breakfast you can make your own orange juice. A 7-minute walk away is an equipped sandy beach with a gentle entrance and a wonderful cafe. Fans of evening walks will love the beautiful promenade.
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Oz Hotels Side Premium 5*
Located in the resort town of Evrenseki, 6 km from the center of Side. It impresses its guests with oriental palace architecture, traditional hospitality and range of services. For a comfortable stay, we offer standards thought out to the last detail (35 sq. m) and homely cozy family rooms (45 sq. m), equipped with panoramic windows and a balcony overlooking the sea.
From morning until midnight, entertainment for every taste does not stop: day and night shows, animated performances, exciting matches, water sports, theme parties, concerts, discos and much more. On a conveniently organized territory there are 3 swimming pools: the main one, with 4 slides and an indoor heated one.
Those who wish can work out according to special fitness programs or visit the large spa center to get rid of everyday stress and completely rejuvenate. A sandy beach is equipped across the road, where you can not only swim and sunbathe, but also have a bite to eat and drink your favorite drink. Guests have at their disposal the main restaurant, 4 a la carte establishments (Italian, Ottoman, fish, Far Eastern), 5 bars and a pastry shop.
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Kamelya Selin Hotel 5*
One of the three hotels of the exclusive complex Kamelya Collection Exclusive Hotels, located on the first line in the village of Cholakly. The main highlight is that while relaxing in any of them, you can use the infrastructure of the other two. Surrounded by a large flowering area, the resort is represented by the main building, fabulous oriental houses and beach eco-villas literally merging with nature.
In the lobby, guests are greeted with champagne and Turkish delight, here you can also relax in a cozy lounge, have an aperitif and enjoy the panoramic view. The residential stock consists of several types of rooms (32-57 sq.m.) uniquely decorated in a modern Turkish style and flagship apartments (266-542 sq.m.) with VIP service.
Luxurious restaurants are responsible for quality food: the main Selin buffet, the Mediterranean Akdeniz, the fish Yengec, the Chinese China Town, the Italian La Perla, the Mexican Azteca, the Turkish TurQuoise, as well as the Dragon wine house, a coffee shop and several bars. It offers guests a 500-meter beach, swimming pools, spa, fitness center, football field, multi-sport courts. Young tourists will love the mini club, playgrounds, water slides and energetic animators with an extensive entertainment program.
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Side Royal Palace 5*
Located on the second line in the Evrenseki area. As if confirming its name, it looks like a king: from luxurious palace architecture to elegant interiors in golden white with bright accents. The hotel has modern rooms in 3 categories: standard, family and with direct access to the aqua zone.
For water procedures, there are 2 swimming pools with children‘s sections and water slides, as well as an equipped beach 250 meters away. The main restaurant is praised for its delicious and hearty breakfasts, chef's signature treats and incomparable desserts. Two themed establishments serve gourmet dishes of world and Turkish cuisine, and the bars offer a good selection of light snacks and alcoholic drinks. A coffee shop and a pastry shop are popular among vacationers.
For children there is an interesting club, playgrounds, mini-disco. A cheerful animation team keeps the general mood going. Live music regularly sounds, sports events, team tournaments, dance, folklore and comedy shows are held. A shopping gallery, a fitness room and a spa center with a luxurious hammam, sauna, lounge and treatment rooms are open on site.
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Sueno Hotels Beach Side 5*
An excellent choice for a carefree holiday in the bosom of nature, 1 km from Side. Occupying 13 hectares of well-groomed territory, the complex is represented by a 5-storey building, an additional building and a complex of 2-storey villas. It offers standard and family rooms (31-43 sq. m.), magnificent apartments (91 sq. m.) and several types of accommodation in stunning houses by the lagoon pool.
Residential interiors are thought out to the smallest detail in order to meet all the expectations of the guests. The balconies and terraces offer a peaceful view of the sea, the aquazone or the flowering garden. The main meals are served at the Akasya Restaurant, which serves dishes from different cuisines of the world. Selected menus are offered in 6 atmospheric establishments: Far Eastern, Mexican, Turkish, Italian, fish and barbecue.
Side Street Food Court promises an extravaganza of taste with traditional treats, mouth-watering gozleme, sushi, salads, oriental sweets and dairy desserts. The beach has a beautiful flower-shaped pier where you can sunbathe and order various drinks. From the number of various bars and cafes, eyes literally run up. Lunapark invites you to ride the Ferris wheel, get a dose of adrenaline on the Discovery attraction, visit the 7D cinema.
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Royal Dragon Hotel 5*
A great option for a family holiday in the Evrenseki area. Its appearance harmoniously combines modern and traditional Chinese architecture. Common areas and residential interiors are decorated with designer furniture, wood inlays, dragon images, stucco ornaments, floor vases, Buddhist statues, Chinese lanterns, colorful fans, pagoda pavilions and other decorative elements.
The 6-storey complex has more than 500 rooms: from superior standards (40 sqm) to royal suites (100 sqm). A varied buffet of international and national cuisine is served in the main dining room. Snack restaurant Vento attracts with a wide range of light snacks. Those who did not have time to have breakfast or dinner will be heartily fed at the Notte bistro.
Monet Confectionery serves delicious pastries with selected teas and coffees. For other cases, there are 4 a la carte establishments, a Turkish tent and 10 bars. One of the centers of attraction is the luxurious pool area with islands, bridges and solariums. For children there is a convenient beach, a mini-club, an amusement park and a water park with 11 slides. In the relaxing atmosphere of the wellness center, you can cleanse yourself of negative energy and refresh your body with special treatments.
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Diamond Premium Hotel & Spa 5*
Located between the Manavgat River and a forested area leading to a private beach. Its grandiose dimensions, exquisite decor and rich finishes make an indelible impression even on sophisticated tourists. Everything pleases the eye here: from many cozy locations to elegant sconces and lamps, which can be devoted to a separate article.
What is worth only a masterpiece of lighting technology – a giant chandelier with Swarovski crystals under the main dome. Residential interiors are a combination of elegant design and modern amenities. There are 3 types of rooms (from 28 to 56 sq. m.): Standards, family rooms and junior suites with a beautiful view of the mountains and the garden. There are Russian speaking staff at the front desk.
For a full breakfast, light snacks, acquaintance with Ottoman and Italian gastronomy, 4 diverse restaurants are waiting for you, offering an extensive menu: from daily dishes to desserts, from diet food to juicy grill. Taste diversity is complemented by a confectionery and 10 bars. It offers 3 swimming pools (main, with slides, indoor), a mini club, a shopping center, a gym, a spa with a bath complex, a relaxation area and massage rooms.
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Silence Beach Resort 5*
Beach resort Ultra All Inclusive in the village of Kyzylagach, a 20-minute drive from Side. It has 12 hectares of green territory, which houses a 7-storey complex, an eco-club building and 23 cottages around two lagoon pools. The housing stock includes more than 1,000 modern rooms (from 26 to 62 sq. m.): standard, family, superior and suites.
Thoughtful infrastructure includes an excellent beach with piers, a magnificent aqua zone, a large water park, an amusement park, a kids club, a cinema hall, an amphitheater, a fitness center, sports grounds and a spa. You can have breakfast with the whole family in two main restaurants, where a buffet with dishes from different cuisines of the world, delicious snacks and homemade cakes is served. A la carte establishments host friendly feasts and romantic dinners.
Maritime is famous for seafood, Aventino for Italian classics, Zacola for savory Mexican appetizers, Asian for Pan-Asian menus, Mangal for barbecue dishes. You can spend a pleasant evening with alcoholic and refreshing cocktails in one of the 9 bars. The animation program includes daytime activities, competitions, contests, dances, foam parties, evening shows. Available tennis, football, bowling, mini-golf, diving.
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Water Side Resort 5*
New complex in a quiet area of Titreyengol. Stunning nature, the concept of “ultra all inclusive“, an abundance of children's services and entertainment, as well as an atmosphere of calm and comfort make this place super popular among families with children. The word “water” (water) in the name is not accidental, because the Manavgat River flows on one side, the sea stretches on the other, and there are several pools on the well-groomed territory, and all kinds of water activities are offered: from a water park to diving.
Guests are accommodated in standard, family rooms, duplexes and luxurious suites, equipped in a 7-storey building. The bright interiors are decorated in modern Turkish style with bright touches. The main restaurant specializes in international and national cuisine. A dietary and vegetarian menu is provided. Teenagers are delighted with the abundance of ice cream and fast food buffet.
During the day, you can have a snack in snack bars, enjoy gozleme, oriental sweets, drink a glass of your favorite drink and enjoy personalized service in 3 a la carte establishments. Most of the staff speaks Russian. In the evenings, fascinating performances are held, dancers, acrobats, magicians and other artists perform.
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Lyra Resort Hotel 5*
A striking example of excellent quality at an affordable price. Represented by a 5-storey building, club cottages and villas, the resort complex is compactly located in the village of Kyzylagach. The landscaped area is decorated with date palms, coniferous trees, fragrant flower beds and well-groomed lawns with hammocks. The renovated rooms are tastefully furnished, equipped with modern appliances, and feature a balcony/terrace overlooking the sea or the garden.
It offers a clean beach with a pier, a water park with 6 slides, an amusement park, a mini club, a shopping gallery, a sports and fitness infrastructure. From morning to evening, professional educators and animators are engaged in children, not allowing them to get bored. Face painting, costumes of Indians, pirates and other entourage are used.
In addition to the main buffet meals, brunch, a night buffet, numerous snacks, as well as dinners in 5 themed restaurants are available. The culprits of extra pounds are not difficult to calculate – these are gozleme cakes, pizza, shawarma, ice cream, baklava and donuts. For those who watch their figure, there is a fitness center and team games. Relaxation lovers will enjoy incomparable pleasure by visiting the spa center with a hammam and a sauna.
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Paloma Oceana Resort 5*
Beach resort operating under the Luxury Ultra All Inclusive system in the Kumkoy area, a 10-minute drive from Side. It welcomes you with a verdant area and eclectic architecture that combines Mediterranean and Oriental styles. There are 7 types of rooms (from 30 to 90 sqm) in the main building, garden block, bungalow complex and 14 lake villas.
Guests are delighted with the number of pools designed for swimming, animation entertainment, relaxation, children's bathing and slides. The Paloma restaurant's rich buffet invites you to start your morning with a glass of orange juice and end the day with 6 types of delicious ice cream. It regularly hosts themed dinners, culinary festivals, and a children's chef who prepares delicious and healthy food.
Those who wish can enjoy a light lunch in the snack bars, fine dining in 5 a la carte establishments (international, Aegean, Ottoman, Chinese, steakhouse), as well as Turkish coffee and signature cocktails in 8 bars. In the mini-club, children are constantly sculpting, drawing, crafting, burning and baking. The spa offers popular massage and therapy techniques. Colorful shows with fireworks and special effects are organized every evening.
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Splashworld Pegasos World 5*
A find for family tourists. In summer, an international kindergarten frolics here from the heart, so you should not consider this option for those who want a secluded vacation. Occupying a large green area with smooth paths, shady alleys, flower beds and lawns, the resort complex consists of several buildings located near the main infrastructure.
Most of the rooms belong to the “family” category, of which two-room options are the most attractive. The floors are covered with soft carpet, high-quality cleaning and linen change are carried out regularly. The maids skillfully decorate the beds with figures made from towels and fresh flowers. You won't be able to fully enjoy the seascape from the balcony, as the path to the wide beach lies through a palm park with a luxurious aqua zone.
The all-inclusive concept provides for excellent three meals a day, unlimited snacks, national treats and desserts for every taste, imported and local drinks in bars, an amazing menu of specialized restaurants. Above all praise, the local animation, the kids do not get bored for a minute. They are particularly pleased with the swimming pool with a pirate ship, a large water park, various costume shows and an evening mini-disco.
Nashira Resort Hotel & Aqua Spa 5*
This luxurious resort is located in a protected area framed by pistachio forest, the Manavgat River, Titreyengol Lake and the Mediterranean Sea. Many come back here for the sake of fabulous landscapes, first-class service, developed infrastructure, uninterrupted power supply and unique animation. Romantic couples, active youth and families with children will find plenty to do here.
The luxurious building, designed in the style of a Seljuk palace, is equipped with 230 modern rooms (from 30 to 70 sq. m.) of the most popular types. The interiors attract with oriental design and rich finishes, the beautifully decorated multi-level hall stands out in particular. It offers guests a variety of establishments with excellent cuisine: 4 restaurants (main, fish, Italian, barbecue), 6 diverse bars and a snack bar by the beach.
On a large green area there are 10 swimming pools, including those with children's sections and a jacuzzi, a water park with 27 slides, a mini club, tennis courts, a football field, a gym, a spa and a shopping center. The picturesque surroundings are conducive to photo shoots, hiking and cycling, observing a variety of fauna and fishing.
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Royal Taj Mahal Hotel 5*
Located next door to the Royal Dragon Hotel. It is a complex palace complex with domes and minarets, reminiscent of a masterpiece of Islamic architecture – the Indian mosque Taj Mahal. The designers managed to achieve the impossible and overshadow its external beauty, creating interiors that take your breath away.
The dazzling hall and picturesque common locations are practically not far behind bright and cozy rooms in oriental style, which you don’t want to leave at all. The compact territory is decorated with a flowering garden, numerous pools, terraces, fountains and shady alleys leading to a comfortable beach. The chef connects all the skills so that the “buffet” always delights guests with a varied and high-quality food.
For additional meals, eateries, bistros, food corner, patisserie, 3 themed restaurants and 7 bars are open in different places from the lobby to the nightclub. The atmosphere of the holiday, new acquaintances, all kinds of delicacies, a mini-club with a play area, a water park, an amusement park and everyone's favorites – animators who sincerely try to stir up and cheer up all the vacationers await the children.
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Tui Fun&Sun Club Serra Palace 5*
Guests are accommodated in several types of rooms (from 28 to 40 sq. m), equipped in two main buildings, additional buildings and bungalows. Family options have two bedrooms, a view terrace or a balcony. The high level of catering is fully consistent with the five-star status. Thanks to the main restaurant, children's buffet, 3 a la carte establishments and 5 bars, guests are always full and in good spirits.
In the open air, cozy locations, benches, swings and hammocks are everywhere. It is almost impossible to get the kids out of the pools and the water park. Available fitness, bike rental, ball games, tennis, water sports. Of the excursions, we recommend visiting the Manavgat waterfall, the ancient Aspendos amphitheater, the Temple of Apollo in Side.