Turkey has long become a country where tourists from all over the world like to spend their summer holidays. After all, here there is a favorable climate, and a warm clear sea, and many attractions, and ample opportunities for entertainment, and, of course, high-class service. One of the most favorite vacation spots in Turkey is the city of Alanya and located in the resort Raina Beach Hotel 4 *. Reviews of people who have already managed to visit this hotel are very diverse, because everyone has different tastes. Of course, you should familiarize yourself with them before booking a room, however, the final decision should be made based on the description of the hotel and your own preferences.
Geography of Alanya: climatic conditions for recreation
The geographical location of Alanya is truly unique, which cannot but please the guests of the Raina Beach Hotel 4 *. Reviews of tourists claim that this resort has the opportunity to enjoy magnificent views of the cliffs, the Mediterranean Sea and the massive Taurus Mountains. By the way, it is worth noting that the highest point of this mountain range has a height of 3000 meters. Thanks to such a diverse nature in Alanya, even the hottest days are tolerated quite easily.
The resort has a subtropical Mediterranean climate. Sudden temperature changes in this area are not peculiar, and at any time of the year. In the period from June to August, the average air temperature in the resorts of Turkey is 30 ° C, and water - 23 ° C. Summer rains are extremely rare here. A winter holiday at Raina Beach Hotel 4 * can also be pleasant. Reviews of some tourists who visited Turkey at this time claim that the temperature here does not drop below 15 ° C, so you can enjoy plenty of walks along the beach and enjoy magnificent views of the sea and mountains that surround the city.
Location and transport accessibility
Raina Beach Hotel is located in the village of Incekum, which is part of the resort area of Alanya. At a distance of 2 km from the hotel there is the village of Konakli, 22 km - the city of Alanya, and 105 km - the airport of Antalya. This airport accepts international flights. However, despite the distance that must be overcome by vacationers who chose Raina Beach Hotel 4 *, reviews (including 2013) claim that the road does not take much time and effort, in addition, you can order a transfer from the hotel.
If you decide to get to the village of Incekum yourself, then first you need to get to the bus station in Alanya, using the city or airport bus. Here you can buy a bus ticket that will bring you to Alanya, by the way, such flights depart every 3.5 hours. Local minibuses run from Alanya to Incekum and other villages of the resort area.
General description of the hotel
The small, cozy Raina Beach Hotel, located on the seashore, is perfect for both active and measured quiet relaxation. The hotel consists of one five-story building and has its own territory with an area of 3800 m². The hotel was opened in 1998 under the name Fugla Sunlife, and the last restoration of the building was carried out in 2010.
Two pools (indoor and outdoor), two water slides, a jacuzzi, a sauna, a hammam - all this can be offered to guests by Raina Beach Hotel 4 *. The reviews left by tourists claim that there were never any problems with the rest on the territory of the hotel. Although two slides for the smallest are very few, and the child has to look for some interesting activity on his own.
There is also a conference room for 100 people, so you can not only relax during your summer vacation, but also meet with business partners at any time of the year.
Number of rooms: photo and description of rooms
Raina Beach Hotel has 133 rooms, including 7 economy rooms without a balcony of 12 m², 125 standard rooms of 28 m² and 1 for disabled guests. The 30 standard rooms offer views of the endless sea. And from the windows of the remaining 95 you can watch what is happening on the territory and outside of the Raina Beach Hotel 4 *.
Reviews, photos and other materials shared by tourists do not always flatteringly characterize the condition of the rooms of this hotel, however, the rooms here are equipped with everything that a person might need during a vacation. There is a shower, TV, air conditioning, hairdryer and telephone. The floors are tiled. Economy rooms are equipped with beds for two people. And standard rooms can accommodate 4 people. This room can accommodate an extra baby bed upon request.
Power Features
Dining at the hotel is organized according to the All Inclusive system. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the main restaurant of the hotel in the form of a buffet. The local cuisine does not have one direction, you can find dishes of both Turkish and international cuisine. These are the features of food in the Raina Beach Hotel 4 *. Reviews of tourists, however, often say that the dishes here can be excessively peppered or salty. And this is in no way suitable for feeding children and people with certain health problems. True, a special menu is organized for kids, but if you belong to the second category, then it may be difficult for you to adapt.
In addition to the main restaurant, the hotel has 2 bars. Here, throughout the day, vacationers can please themselves with interesting goodies, ice cream, freshly squeezed juices, as well as a variety of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. It is worth noting that you will have to pay extra for ice cream and fresh juices.
Organization of rest
At Raina Beach, every guest can find something to their liking. In your free time from sleeping and relaxing on the beach, you can visit the fitness center, do aerobics, play table tennis, chess, darts or take part in one of the entertainment programs organized by local animators. By the way, interesting games are invented here for both adults and children. This happens near the pools, so you can stop swimming and have some fun.
In addition, excursions from the Raina Beach Hotel 4 * are organized. Reviews Alanya, Antalya and other famous cities of Turkey receive the most flattering annually, because on their territory there are many unique attractions, acquaintance with which can significantly diversify summer vacations. After all, it is impossible to bask all the time on the beach, even if it is the most luxurious.
Sports Opportunities
You will not be bored at the hotel for those people who cannot imagine their life without active pastime, including playing sports. It has everything for both water and land sports. True, most of them will have to pay extra, but they are worth it. Water skiing, surfing, canoeing - all these activities are very popular among the guests of Raina Beach Hotel 4 *. Reviews and photos, the appearance of which was facilitated by the aforementioned classes, for a long time do not allow tourists to forget about a great vacation.
There are many opportunities for practicing "land" sports. Among them are beach volleyball, parachute flying, billiards and much more. But the main occupation to which you can devote your time here is swimming. Fortunately, the opportunities here for this lesson are excellent, both for adults and children.
Beach
The closest proximity to the sea is one of the most important advantages that Raina Beach Hotel 4 * has. Reviews-2014 photos from the beach often contain the most diverse. After all, the guests of this hotel have the opportunity at any time to go to the coast and enjoy the sun and sea, and at the same time take some beautiful pictures. Moreover, even if you forget the camera in your room, you can easily bring it at any time, because the beach is only 50 meters from the hotel.
Raina Beach is sandy and has a length of about 20 meters. Residents of the hotel are provided with everything necessary for a pleasant stay on the coast: mattresses, umbrellas and deck chairs. Many vacationers are saddened by the fact that towels on the beach can not be taken. You must either bring them with you from your room, or do without them.
Paid services
The hotel provides a range of services that can be used at an additional cost. Among them are room service, doctor’s consultation, Internet cafe, solarium, beauty salon, massage, scuba diving, water skiing and surfing instructor services. The room has a safe, which can also be used by paying a certain amount at the reception.
Parents can also leave their child to the nanny, which is very important at those times when they want to go on an excursion, and the child prefers to splash around in the pool rather than breathe the hot, dusty air. Thanks to this service, all family members will be able to relax. And the help of the nanny is not so expensive.
Service for families with children
Since summer is the time for family vacations, the Raina Beach Hotel could not fail to take into account the fact that many families from all over the world come to Turkey with their children. And in this situation, it is important for both adults and children that the hotel should have everything organized for children. This point is taken into account in the Raina Beach Hotel 4 *. The reviews of 2014 left by many tourists mention that not all children like the local animation, but still it is present, and the rest is a matter of taste.
Even if the youngest vacationers do not like the entertainment program organized by the hotel staff, they can always splash around in the pool with their own kind, play on the playground or visit the mini club. The listed entertainments are intended for children of 3-12 years. They did not forget about the children in the restaurant: here they are provided with a special menu and comfortable chairs.
Hotel reviews
Convenient location, beautiful views, proximity to the beach - these are the main advantages of Raina Beach Hotel 4 *. Turkey receives good reviews from travelers, regardless of the service in a particular hotel and its level. However, all the tourists who have ever stayed at this hotel speak about the advantages of Raina Beach mentioned above.
True, there are not only positive reviews about this hotel. Some tourists complain about poor food, others complain about dirty rooms, others are saddened by the administrator trying to sell them as many paid services as possible, and fourthly, a "poor" animation that cannot create a cheerful mood for guests of the Raina Beach Hotel 4 *. Reviews, of course, are completely positive. And this once again suggests that everything depends on the personal preferences of each individual traveler, so you should choose a hotel based on your desires and financial capabilities.