Side Su Hotel - Adult Only (+16)

The location, employees and food are absolutely pros in this stay. If generally I wouldn't say that it is a 100% 4 star hotel comparing to other where I have been before in Turkey, but it was something between 3 and 4. For that price it was an absolutely good choice. As I had a short trip, my main criteria was: close to the beach (took just 5 minutes walk from there), at the same time close enough to the old town of Side (took 20 minutes by a nice walk along the beach), all inclusive meals with the view (here 200% of expectations, the rooftop restaurant just makes it! And I'd like to point out the variety of vegetarian dishes too, it was always more than enough to choose from 😊) and of course level of cleanliness. I got all I wanted, so I'm happy 👍🏻

Unfortunately, the hammam and jacuzzi in the hotel weren't operating, maybe because of the seasonal closing already but I wish that information would be given in advance or at least while checking in so then I could had booked it somewhere else in town. And another one, actually just a small thing, the hair dryer didn't work in my room, but luckily there was enough sun these days to do thst job, so I am not complaining.

The hotel was perfect for relaxing. It had 3 small pools, on different levels. There were plenty of sunloungers and umbrellas. You could go down to the pool after 10am and still get a sunlounger, which was amazing as people were not reserving them (July 2022). The beach was a short walk from the hotel, it was about a 5-10 min walk. Side Su has sunloungers on the beach, it is quite busy on the beach so I preferred the quieter pool areas. The beach has a really lovely seafront walk to the Side Old Town, which takes around 25mins to walk. Along the route around the coast into Side Old Town, there are plenty of restaurants and bars. Side Old Town is really pretty and vibrant, with beautiful views of the sunsetting. The buffet restaurant was located on floor 5 of the hotel, on the rooftop with really nice views across the seafront. The food was of a good standard and enjoyable. Hotel provided pool towel and you could change this for a fresh one for a €1. The hotel also provided bottled water in the room, which they topped up throughout the stay (when the rooms were cleaned). The room was a nice size, clean, comfy and good Air Con. The staff were all pretty friendly and helped make the holiday more enjoyable.

As a solo traveller at the buffet, I did not always get served a drink (they seemed to miss me out) mainly at lunch, as I ate out in the evenings. The gym is smaller than in the pictures, the cardio equipment is inside but the room is really small. The weights are in the outside area (without Air Con).

Good value all inclusive hotel. A good location a short walk from the beach and a 40min walk along the coast to the Ancient town and Amphitheatre at Side. An ATM at the front of the hotel no more expensive to use than the bank up the road. A beautiful 5th floor terrace restaurant offering lovely buffet style traditional fresh food. 3 swimming pools so you can choose either a lively or a quiet atmosphere. Access to the beach with free hotel sun beds. Fridge and air conditioning in room. Midday check out, continued use of facilities and restaurant, luggage storage and use of showers if you have a late flight. But most importantly great staff who are friendly, helpful and professional. Especially the lovely female restaurant captain..

The only slightly annoying aspect is the 'vitamin bar' staff constantly attempting to sell cocktails, iced teas and fruit juices, both around the pools and in the restaurant at breakfast time.

Absolutely great place for the money. We enjoyed the food (lots of options, fresh BBQ and grilled fish, options for healthy diet as well as total indulgence, suitable for vegetarians, good beer, decent wine). The rooms are clean and comfortable, you get everything you need – even a kettle to make tea and coffee. Because the hotel is small, it's never crowded, no lines anywhere. The beach is a few minutes away, with much better chairs/umbrellas than the beaches around. There is also a nice cafe right at the beach. The staff is fantastic: very friendly, personal, always around to help. There is a dance bar downstairs but also plenty options around too. The hotel is 30 min away by foot from the beautiful historical old town and 5 min from the bars and clubs at the beach. At the same time, it's quiet at the territory and it's possible to go sleep early too. You will need cash for small things such as paying for fresh juices and tips. The Antalya airport is 50 min away by car (order the airport taxi via booking – otherwise the hotel transfer is 90 euros and the regular taxi is 70 euros).

We didn't have any cash and it was annoying not being able to pay for some things at the territory of the hotel. The easiest would be to assign expenses to the room number and pay at the check-out.

Adults only

Room was big, clean and light. Food was different and delicious, also the main restaurant located on the rooftop with a great view of the town and sea (picture attached). The staff is very helpful and nice. Even the hotel manager came to my room when I tell them about the problem with sewage. Location is also very good, close to everything like beach, city center or hospital for PCR test.

I changed the room because it was a bad smell from the sewage in the first one. Before I moved to another room they tried to fix it to spill liquid inside but it didn't work, so I lived in the bad-smelling room for 2 nights. If you will face with this problem, move to another room and don't wait. The staff is mostly German-speaking, so if you don't know German it takes time to find someone to speak in English.

Location was nice, not that far away from city. Ive been in Side many times over 20yrs. You can walk by the beach or take bus to whatever place you want to go. Staff was very nice people, friendly, helpful, especially Emre and Hibachi (i hope his name is correct).. Thank you!

Cleaning service was horrible, during my stay i put sign for cleaning just 2times, because i wanted new towels, water, wc paper. I put my towels on the ground and they put them back dirty, never vacuumed floor, it was with hair, sands from the beach.. and in the end. I walked to cleaning room and take wc paper and water by myself. About towels- i used my own.

Very good value for money, good sellection of food for breakfast, lunch and dinner, slightly repetitive but very nice and always something for everyone. Great views from the 5th floor open air restaurant, no children somehow made the mood relaxing and enjoyable which was nice.

The wall bar was a little rough, on the road side and open to the public. Could be a little more sophisticated and relaxed with better turns. It's worth paying a little supplement for a better room at this hotel, there is 3/4 different blocks with some rooms not very private, a higher room in the main block with sea view is worth paying for.

We had the best time here with my mom. Absolutely perfect. From the day of booking communication was spot on.we have been offered transfer by the lovely reception manager Gökay .Travelling from the airport is about 1h journey. On arrival we have been greeted by reception team and Cihan helped us with our luggages and showed our room and how things works.He is lovely tip him! Our room view was stunning. Pls be aware of food times and bar opening times. We spent most of our days at the bottom pool where music and games keep you entertained.Bar staff are always friendly and love to chat to you so pls give them opportunity to practice another language,they appreciate it.Food is amazing, you can always find something different to eat. Big thumbs up for the restaurant team - I have been travelling a lot and worked in hospitality myself 20 years.-I never in my life met more hardworking and well trained team. Entertainment is at the Wall bar every evening, if you want to see the nightlife of Side pls ask for Eray. I visited 2 of the big clubs absolutely beautiful places and music is really good.For Side tours ask for Apo his office just next to Wall bar,we went on the best tour imaginable.Special mention to Ozzie who made our holiday.You can find him at vitamin bar around pool for 3 euros he makes the best smoothies. If u in Turkey pls try the massage they have in hotel or just next to the hotel.Amazing! Evenings are lovely on the beach and lot of bars and restaurants there .Thank you Side Su for the best time in Turkey ! If we visit again definitely will be back to this hotel! 🇹🇷👋

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Side Su is a wonderful 4-star hotel,location is perfect,beaches are sandy,good value for money.The selection of food was limited,however,delicious and diverse for both omnivores and vegetarians,including fruits and the BBQ stand in the evening (highly recommended). The room was clean and spacious. The personnel was energetic,helpful and friendly. They made us feel welcome. The Turkish night parties 2 times a week with bellydancing and traditional dance were fun too.

Our villa didn’t have a lift,so please make sure that you stay in the main hotel building provided with lifts. Additionally,it would be nice to have the shower gel and paper refilled more often (at least more than 1 per week).And more entertainment,parties and so-called Turkish nights would be great :)