Alanya is a popular Turkish resort, famous for its Cleopatra beach. Historical chronicles indicate that many years ago this cozy town was a haven for pirates attacking merchant ships. In Alanya, you can still see numerous pirate caves, which can only be entered from the sea.
Konaklฤฑ is a small village that does not have a special history, but with a developed tourist infrastructure.
The sights of the city are few, but there are many cozy restaurants, friendly cafes and bars that are located directly on the seashore. Here you can have a great romantic evening tasting delicious Turkish dishes and contemplating the sunset.
The main attraction of the city is the caravanserai. The fact is that earlier in this place caravans stopped for the night. In the evenings of tourists entertained donkeys and camels. Of the interesting places to visit, it is worth noting the mosque and the chapel. A simple walk around the city will also bring a lot of pleasure. In addition to restaurants and cafes, there are playgrounds for games, places to stay with children. There are many fountains in the city that save during the sultry season. There is even a dolphinarium, in which performances are held several times a day. In the evening, you can visit the famous night clubs, some of which admission is free. Those who crave substantial entertainment can go on an excursion to Alanya, Antalya and other large cities.
Konakli is a wonderful holiday town. There are many comfortable hotel complexes, one of which will be presented in this article.
Location
The Garden Beach Hotel 5 * hotel (ex./ex// Ganita Garden Suite) is located 110 km from the city of Antalya in the village of Konakli, 15 km from the city of Alanya.
Alanya is a resort town in Turkey, known for its beach, named after Cleopatra, and the fact that in ancient times it was a haven for pirates who robbed wealthy ships, so there are many caves in the city, the entrance to some of them is located in the sea, as well as the attention of tourists attracted by monuments and ancient architecture. The city was founded in the IV century BC, the name of the settlement in those days was Corakesion.
Konakli is a village located in the area of โโthe city of Alanya. Agriculture and tourism business are successfully developing here.
Description of the hotel complex
The Garden Beach Hotel 5 * began its work in 1998, and in 2017 it was updated, the level of service and maintenance was also improved. The complex is located on the Mediterranean coast in the village of Kanakli, on the first coastline. The airport in Antalya is 109 kilometers from the hotel, and the airport in the city of Gazipasa is 50 kilometers away. The total area of โโthe complex is 30 thousand square meters. m, the length of the beach is 150 m. The hotel is suitable for families and for young people, it has the peculiarity of not accepting single men.
The hotel complex includes nine 6-storey buildings, 253 rooms, among them there are apartments for visitors with disabilities, for couples and non-smokers.
The hotel area is characterized by amazing landscape design, decorated with a variety of green vegetation and palm trees.
Placement fund
- Garden rooms - 36 rooms, located on the ground floor.
- Standart rooms - 45 rooms of a standard type.
- Family rooms - 76 rooms designed to accommodate guests with children, each room has 2 rooms.
- Superior standard rooms - 94 rooms.
- For visitors with disabilities - 2 rooms.
Each room has: television, telephone, air conditioning, hairdryer, carpet / ceramic, minibar, children's furniture on request, 40 rooms have a balcony.
Nutrition
Dining at The Garden Beach Hotel ex 5 (Alanya) is on an all-inclusive basis. Types of food: buffet, children's menu, diet menu.
restaurants and bars
The hotel has several cozy restaurants and bars. It mainly offers delicacies of local cuisine, as well as traditional European goodies.
- The Garden Beach - The main restaurant, with a large number of local dishes.
- Grida a la carte - This restaurant specializes in seafood dishes.
- Blue Pool - a bar located by the pool.
- Beach Snack - Offers delicious snacks right on the beach.
- The Garden Beach House - evening disco-bar.
- Karaoke bar.
- Hookah.
Entertainment for children
Little guests will not be bored. All conditions for a comfortable stay are created for them here. Parents can safely take their children with them. The hotel is absolutely safe and offers good facilities for children. On the territory there are:
- Children's pool, water park, water slides.
- Entertaining kids club.
- Playground.
- Playroom.
- Children's park.
Entertainment for adults
- Pool.
- Water park or water slide.
- Discos.
- Animation.
- Evening shows and concerts.
- Live music.
Sports activities
- Gym.
- Fitness.
- Basketball.
- Volleyball.
- Football.
- Tennis court.
- Table tennis.
- Billiards.
- Water aerobics.
For an additional fee, you can go water sports, ride a catamaran or jump with a parachute.
Beach
Sand and pebble beach is located from The Garden Beach Hotel 5 * Alanya, a 3-minute walk, the sand is clean and pleasant to the touch. Sun loungers, umbrellas, mattresses, towels are issued to everyone free of charge.
Additional free services
- Turkish baths.
- Sauna.
- Wi-fi
- Highchairs in the restaurant.
- Parking.
Additional paid services
- Doctor.
- Spa treatments and massages.
- Luxury alcoholic drinks.
- Dry cleaning and laundry.
- Car rent.
- Baby carriage.
- Nanny for the baby.
- Photographer.
- Beauty saloon.
- The shops.
- Electronic game room and computer.
- Safe.
- Room service.
- Excursions.
Payment is accepted in cash or by Viza / Mastercard.
A trip for two adults and one child for 7 nights will cost $ 904. The price includes flights, accommodation, all-inclusive meals, insurance and transfer.
Hotel surroundings
On the seafront there are various restaurants and bars - so visitors have the opportunity to taste Turkish dishes and enjoy the sea. One of the main attractions is the caravanserai. In the evening, donkeys and camels dressed in oriental style are brought to the caravanserai. Having visited this attraction, tourists will plunge into the wonderful oriental atmosphere. A visit to the local dolphinarium will leave exclusively positive emotions for all guests; during the tourist season, performances are held several times a day. For nightlife lovers, night discos are organized in the town, some of which have free admission. The market is another attraction of the village, in comparison with other eastern markets, this one is quite hospitable and cozy. On the shelves a large number of different products: carpets, jewelry, leather goods, products. You can make a purchase on the market at a nice price, as well as bargain. The only negative is that the market only works one day a week - on Wednesday.
A walk around the town will leave a pleasant impression, there are fountains, playgrounds, restaurants, golf courses and much more.
Reviews of tourists about excursions
Guests of the Garden Beach Hotel 5 (Alanya, Konakli) love to spend time not only within the walls of the hotel complex, but also far beyond. Many go on excursions in the neighborhood. Most recommend the following places to visit.
- Cave of lovers. A cave is located in the city of Alanya, on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. You can get to it only by sea, the route on a yacht to this place is mandatory in the excursion program. According to tradition, one who jumps from a cliff 10 meters high into the water will acquire or maintain happiness in his personal life. In ancient times, the cave served as a shelter for couples in love from prying eyes, for which it received its name.
- The ruins of the ancient city of Justiniano - this area is located in a city called Karamburun. Despite the fact that the ruins are of interest to archaeologists, this does not stop tourists from visiting them.
- Cleopatra Beach is another attraction of the city of Alanya. The beach is considered one of the best in the world. According to existing legend, sand was brought to the beach from Egypt.
Visitors Comments
The Garden Beach Hotel 5 (Alanya) makes a good impression on visitors, this is evidenced by numerous positive reviews. The road from the international airport to the hotel takes several hours, check-in is quick and easy. The territory of the complex is tiny and well-groomed, beautiful and varied vegetation, fresh air, there are 2 swimming pools, a water park and 2 water slides, you can relax with a jacuzzi and a sauna.
You can make purchases in stores that are located on the territory of the hotel complex, you can buy souvenirs, clothes, jewelry, leather products. Outside the hotel within walking distance there is a mosque, an amusement park, a market.
The rooms are good, the furniture has everything you need: a bedside table, a coffee table, a mirror and so on, they do the cleaning in a timely manner, bedding is changed 2 times a week, the minibar has drinking and mineral water, juices are replenished every day. Visitors also note that the staff is friendly, many speak Russian and the service is at a high level. Everyone is very happy with the food, the dishes are varied, and the taste is unforgettable, a lot of different fruits, there is a special menu for children. There are always free sunbeds on the beach, the entrance to the sea is convenient, the water is clean, you can have Turkish cakes and drinks in the beach bar , for children there is popcorn and cotton candy.
Evening shows and events are very interesting, children like to spend time in a kids club, they draw and play with them. Animators try and are good at raising mood and cheering. For those who love to play sports, there are many interesting things, including aquatic and extreme. Often, hotel guests use the services of a professional photographer to capture the wonderful moments of their vacation. Many tourists visit The Garden Beach Hotel 5 (Konakli) more than once, but are frequent and welcome guests.