The direction of Turkey today is again at the peak of sales from tour operators. For quite some time now, Russians have chosen this country for spending their holidays. Most tourists choose the Turkish west. And this does not have to be surprised. After all, it is here that the longest and cleanest coastline of the Mediterranean is located.
Holidays in Turkey
The country has many large and small resort towns. One of them is Side. It is located between Antalya and Alanya. Side is considered one of the most popular resorts. Tourists come here who prefer to combine a beach holiday with sightseeing tours. Numerous local beaches of this ancient Turkish town are adjacent to amazing ancient sights. Despite the sufficient distance from large cities, the tourism infrastructure is quite well developed here. Here are great hotels, many night clubs and other entertainment venues. In the summer months in the west of Turkey it is very hot. The swimming season begins on April 1. Therefore, from May to October, for tour operators, one of the popular Turkish destinations is Turkey.
Alba Queen Hotel
It is believed that it was in Side that some of the best hotels in the whole country were built. Despite the relatively small size of the resort, chic modern hotel complexes are enough here. And this is not surprising. After all, the picturesque nature and warm waters of the coast, combined with clean beaches made this small resort town a favorite place for many tourists. Choosing local hotels, each Russian will be able to find the right one for both price and other criteria. Those who want real luxury can come to Alba Queen Hotel 5 * (Side).
Built in 2008, this hotel complex spreads over almost fifty-two thousand square meters. It is located in the village of Cholakly, in one of the outskirts of Side. Alba Queen Hotel 5 * was built just a hundred meters from the sea. He has his own beach. The distance from the international airport in Antalya is fifty-five kilometers, the center of Side can be reached in five minutes.
On its vast territory there are four- and five-story buildings. Between some there are closed corridors connecting them to each other. The hotel is located at Tilkiler Mevkii E. Demir Boulevard, Side.
Infrastructure
Alba Queen Hotel (Side) is suitable for families and children. Its infrastructure includes a business center, which includes a conference room, a photocopy and fax machine, a medical office, several shops, a laundry service, an exchange office and a car rental service.
The registration desk of this hotel complex is open non-stop, around the clock. At any time, subject to availability, guests will be accepted and accommodated. Priority is given to visitors with young children.
There is a tour desk in the main building of the hotel. Here you can order tickets in any direction. There is also a beauty salon, a souvenir shop, there are ironing and shoe shine services, dry cleaning. If desired, hotel guests can order a return transfer at an additional cost. Throughout the hotel complex operates free internet. A coffee machine, juice machines and ATMs are installed in the lobby of the main building. This hotel has its own free open-air parking, which you do not need to book before.
Housing stock
Alba Queen Hotel 5 * consists of four five-story buildings. Between floors, modern high-speed elevators work. The hotel has two hundred and sixty rooms of various categories. One hundred and twelve standard rooms, of which thirty have bunk beds, are provided for a maximum stay of three people. Their area is twenty-six square meters.
Forty-eight superior rooms with sea views are designed for three people. Their area is thirty-two square meters. The remaining rooms belong to the category of two-room family room. They have two bedrooms, separated by a door, a bathroom. This apartment can accommodate four people at a time. Their area is 41 square meters. m. Upon request, an extra bed with linen is provided.
All rooms have TV with Russian TV channels (2), a balcony, split air conditioning, minibar (free, with soft drinks), telephone. Flooring - laminate. A built-in safe is available at an additional cost. However, according to reviews, there is no theft at this hotel. Another paid service is room service. Rooms are cleaned daily; bed linen is changed every three days.
The rooms, decorated in soothing colors, are equipped with new single or double beds, there is a desk for work, nightlights, bedside tables. On the walls are paintings by contemporary authors. The five-star Alba Queen Hotel is a mid-range hotel.
Hotel Policies
The front desk of Alba Queen Hotel 5 * in Side is open around the clock. The settlement is carried out, judging by the reviews, very quickly, without delay. Visitors have to wait a maximum of twenty minutes. Immediately, at the receptionist, everyone who settles receives a printout of all the services offered at this hotel. There is also a depository safe and a left-luggage office. You can order a taxi from a receptionist, rent a car, or buy sightseeing tours.
Upon departure, tourists, according to the rules in force at this hotel, must vacate their room no later than twelve hours. Before returning the keys, you must fully pay for those paid services used by residents. For convenience, you can close your account in cash or with plastic cards of any payment systems. Those who prefer cashless payments to avoid misunderstandings, it is better to discuss this issue with the administration in advance.
Prices
The cost of living at the Alba Queen Hotel starts from about seventy-eight thousand rubles in six days for two adults with a flight from Moscow. Prices vary according to season and room category.
Nutrition
Everyone who comes to the Alba Queen Hotel (Side, 5 *) uses an all-inclusive power system. This concept includes buffets that present a wide variety of foods. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at the appointed hours in the main restaurant of this hotel complex. The menu is always full of vegetable dishes, several types of meat, chicken and fish are constantly offered.
There are always seasonal fruits on the stands: these can be apples and oranges, grapes, watermelon or melon. There is always a lot of delicious oriental pastries. In the evenings, you can visit another restaurant located on site. Here, meals can be ordered on a preliminary menu. Those who wish can also use the paid service "order food in the room."
On the territory of Alba Queen Hotel 5 *, food reviews are mostly only positive, in addition to the main restaurant, which operates according to the preliminary reservation system, there are also three bars. The first is in the lobby, the second is by the pool, and the third is on the beach. Throughout the day, vacationers can get free local drinks, and from five to ten in the evening - coffee or tea with pastries.
Beach
Alba Queen Hotel is located on the first beach line. The distance from the main building to the seashore is about one hundred meters. You can walk to the beach in just two to three minutes. The territory of our own bathing area is well-maintained. There is a bar on the beach where you can grab a bite to eat. Couch, umbrellas, mattresses are issued at no extra charge. Here on the beach there is a toilet and two showers, a volleyball court is arranged. The entrance to the sea is convenient, there are no algae and stones in the water. Beach cover - fine sand. The sea has many different attractions, including outdoor activities.
Pool
Alba Queen Hotel 5 *, reviews of the size of the pool of which testifies to its impressive size, offers its customers a lot of other entertainments. Those who do not want to go to the sea are offered the opportunity to sunbathe comfortably directly on site. Two swimming pools function here at once: an outdoor, seasonal, and an indoor one. A pool with two slides and a children's section is the pride of this hotel complex. Both are always clean water. Around the outdoor pool there are a large number of sun loungers. There is also a bar. For those who wish, classes for water aerobics are organized in the morning.
Services for children
Since the five-star hotel complex Alba Queen Hotel is positioned mainly for families, it is equally comfortable for adults and children to live here, and almost all ages. If parents want to place a child under two years old on request for an extra bed or if he sleeps on existing ones, then there is no need to pay extra, according to the hotel’s rules.
In addition, Alba Queen Hotel offers a playground and a kids club for its young customers. On request, the restaurant offers special meals for babies and a high chair for easy feeding. For the convenience of parents, a paid “babysitting” service is provided. The shallow pool compartment for children is very convenient for swimming.
Entertainment
In addition to spending time by the pool or swimming in the sea, the hotel has the opportunity to visit the sauna or hammam - Turkish bath. Guests can take a massage or beauty treatment. At Alba Queen Hotel, animators work all day. They do everything so that the leisure of residents is interesting. Fans of outdoor activities are invited to play darts and beach volleyball, ping pong, and do mini-golf. Paid on-site activities include bowling, billiards and horse riding. Those interested can sign up for water aerobics or use the gym. Twice a week after dinner, discos and music shows are held in the amphitheater located at the Alba Queen Hotel.
Reviews
It is better to learn about the pros and cons of this hotel from those people who have already rested here and wanted to share their impressions. In general, this five-star hotel complex met the expectations of our compatriots. The number of rooms is quite good, although some were bothered by the small area of the rooms and poor soundproofing. The hotel was built in a small and fairly quiet village, there are no motorways and noisy establishments nearby. Nearby, just a hundred meters away, is a private beach with a bar. The swimming area is very clean and large enough with comfortable sun loungers and umbrellas. Some, however, did not like that beach towels needed to be left a deposit, but this is a common practice.
On both sides of the street there are small souvenir shops where you can purchase original gifts. A minibus leaves three times a day from entering the territory in Side. Our compatriots say many kind words about the staff. As for food, the vast majority of Russian tourists are unanimous about the quality of the dishes offered: they are very tasty and varied. Many express a desire to return to the Alba Queen Hotel again.