Side is a Turkish resort that stretches along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It is halfway from Antalya to Alanya. The municipality is compact in size. Its main industry is tourism. In the summer, the village is noisy and crowded. In winter, many establishments and hotels empty and close.
The pearl of Turkey
The architecture of the town is very different from the traditions of architecture of other settlements of the country. She adopted a lot of features characteristic of Byzantium. The rhythm of life in this part also has its own characteristics. Locals are distinguished by a good and easy disposition. They are hospitable and delicate.
The local chefs are great cooks. In their arsenal is not only Turkish dishes, but also recipes of Italian cuisine. Side restaurants are famous for fresh seafood and fish dishes. Gifts of the depths are cooked over an open fire, baked in a roasting pan, boiled and pickled.
General information
Description Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 * is worth starting with the fact that the hotel is not in the center of the municipality, but in its vicinity. It is removed seven kilometers from the city limits. The closest neighbor is Manavgat. Between the two settlements a mountain rivulet carries its crystal waters.
A walk along its shores brings a lot of discoveries. Before the tourists a picturesque waterfall appears. A little further from it is a real oriental bazaar. He works twice a week.
Hotel Labranda Excelsior has two residential buildings of five and three floors. It is buried in the lush greenery of tropical vegetation. It offers tourists 180 rooms of various levels. They will comfortably accommodate young families with children and single tourists. The rooms have upholstered furniture and a carpet on the floor.
Service
The cost of a permit and accommodation at the Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 * (Side) includes the following options:
- buffet meals;
- Wi-Fi network connection
- round-the-clock processing of applications received at the reception;
- use of luggage storage;
- housekeeping;
- bed linen change;
- provision of a crib;
- animation and entertainment;
- swimming in the pools;
- visit to the hammam and Finnish sauna;
- emergency medical team call;
- meal on the beach.
Travelers who have already visited the hotel noted unstable Internet. In the lobby, its speed was much higher than in residential premises. Everyone was pleased with the landscaping of the garden and courtyard. Exotic plants were regularly watered and trimmed. From the flower beds came a wonderful aroma.
Additional services
Service at Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 * is fully consistent with the declared premium level. The hotel provides an additional service. There is an ATM in the lobby. It accepts plastic cards connected to Visa and MasterCard international payment systems. You can withdraw cash in it.
The currency exchange office is open from 10:00 to 18:00. Its rate is not the most profitable and inferior to the tariffs of third-party credit institutions located in the center of Side. Lighting for the tennis court is on a fee basis.
Travelers have the opportunity to use the halls for conferences and banquets. The office is equipped with printing and copying equipment.
For ironing, serving dinner in the rooms will have to fork out. Sightseeing trips are not included in the price of the tour to Sorgun. You need to find out their cost at the information and registration desk.
Beach
The coastal zone, part of which is owned by the hotel, is considered one of the best in all of Turkey. It is characterized by beautiful landscapes and protected nature. Centuries-old trees almost come close to the water's edge. The beach is strewn with yellow sand. The entrance to the sea is flat and gentle. Depth increases gradually.
On the coast there are sun loungers, umbrellas, changing cabins, showers, and toilets. Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 * guests are served by a bar. It is bottled with soda, beer, and local juices. You must pay for imported alcohol and bottled drinks. The coastline of the hotel is 300 meters. Vacationers are given free bath towels and mattresses.
The road to the beach takes about fifteen minutes at a leisurely pace. Colorful tents are set on the way to the sea. They sell fruits and berries.
Pool
In summer, the hotel has an aquazone. It consists of two bowls. One is for children, the other is for adults. The indoor bath is located in the spa and is open all year. Around the water installed sunbeds. Nearby grow trees whose crown rescues from the sun. However, tourists often complain that insufficiently disinfected water becomes a source of infection. Intestinal virus in Turkey is a common occurrence.
At lunch, the animation team organizes ball tournaments. They conduct swimming lessons for children, aerobics classes for their mothers. A curved bridge is thrown by a yoke across the pool. Next to him is the lifeguard post. Instructors closely monitor the compliance of vacationers with safety rules. Kids are given rubber rings, vests and arm ruffles.
Pool Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 * serves a bar. It serves cocktails, ice cream and lemonade. It opens at 10:00. He stops his work at about 18:00. Imported alcohol must be paid. Concentrated juices are poured without restrictions.
Sport life
Travelers have the opportunity to use a wide arsenal of sites for outdoor activities and training. A tennis court is available for them. The fitness center has gyms and aerobic rooms. Ping-pong tables are set under a canopy. At noon they line up.
For windsurfing you will need special equipment. You can get it at the rental point of inventory. Hiking in the vicinity of Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 * is a real pleasure for all fans of nature reserve. Special routes developed. They are designed for tourists with varying degrees of physical fitness.
Water sports at the hotel include polo, swimming, deep-sea diving, scuba diving. On the beach, children ride on "bananas", adults - on the "tablets". If desired, you can order a yacht, go to the open sea and go fishing. At the rental point there are catamarans, scooters, boats and canoes. A volleyball net is stretched on the shore.
For children
Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 * hotel is focused on the reception of youth and single tourists. But it provides all the conditions for families who travel with children. On the playground, it is opposite the residential building, a swing, a sandbox, a carousel, a balancing platform, and slides are installed. Soft coating ensures the safety of the children.
At 10:00 a club opens. Educators and educators conduct classes in it. Any kid who is three years old can become a participant in the lesson. Students over 12 years old are not allowed. Under the supervision of animators, young travelers learn songs and dance moves. Draw, sculpt and color pictures. In the evenings, their works are presented as part of family meetings held in the amphitheater.
Many parents restrict their children's access to such clubs. A large number of children gather in them, which can lead to infection by infectious diseases. This year, the virus in Turkey spoiled the holidays for many families. Signs of the disease:
- a sharp rise in body temperature;
- vomiting
- dehydration of the body;
- weakness;
- dizziness;
- skin rashes;
- runny nose;
- cough.
Animation
The organization of entertainment at the hotel is undertaken by a team of instructors. These are young and energetic guys and girls. They spend morning exercises. Vacationers are invited to take part in competitions and contests. Numerous reviews about the Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 * indicate that everyone had fun.
For animation of children and adults 10 trainers are responsible. Some of them are fluent in Russian. Others communicate in English. They easily pick up any undertaking of the guests. But some vacationers complained that if a large number of German citizens reside in the hotel, then all communication takes place in German.
Housing stock
According to the information provided by the hotel, all rooms in it are of a standard category. In fact this is not true. If you believe the reviews about Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 *, then the reception desk employee decides where the client will be placed. If you are lucky, you will get a room with a bay window and views of the Mediterranean Sea. Otherwise, you can run into an option located on the ground floor, with poor lighting and a musty smell.
Russians extremely negatively comment on this state of affairs. They extort $ 20 from them for a clean room with working plumbing and new furniture. The hotel employee puts this money in his pocket. German citizens have no such problems. All controversial issues are resolved in their favor, which cannot be said about the behavior in relation to our compatriots. Russians are forced to seek help from the administration. But in high season, the leadership does not make contact with vacationers.
The standard room has a double bed. At the request of the maid brings a playpen or cot. In the bathroom there are bath and cosmetic accessories, a shower unit, a toilet bowl, a wide illuminated mirror and a hairdryer. There are rooms for disabled guests. There are family apartments.
Reviews
Food in Labranda Excelsior Hotel 4 * is implemented at a high level. It does not cause complaints. The menu abounds with fresh vegetables, meat and fish dishes, seafood dishes, and traditional oriental dishes. Delicious coffee is brewed in the bars and fragrant tea is poured. On the beach they cook cakes, hamburgers, deep-fried potatoes. Periodically treated with ice cream. Five types of jam are offered for the treat.
The guests had questions about the quality of the number of rooms. Some buildings were in need of repair. There were spots on the carpet in the rooms. It was damp. But hot water was supplied around the clock. All household appliances were in good condition.
The evening animation was also not up to par. Artists were rarely invited. I really liked the performance of African acrobats. Their tricks were remembered for a long time. But the musical part of the program was boring.
For towels surcharge is not required. I did not need a deposit. Service was carried out on guest cards. To replace the bath accessories in the room, they just had to be thrown to the floor. There were clues on the shower door.
Recommendations
If at check-in, the reception desk employee offers accommodation in a room located in the Garden building, refuse immediately. Be prepared for the fact that it has budget-level rooms. They do not reach the Standard category. Usually a suitable option is immediately available. If the hotel employee does not make contact, do not arrange a squabble. It will not lead to anything. Wait for the older shift.
The road to the beach is comfortable and smooth. But at noon, walking on it is not very pleasant. The absence of trees indicates a meager shadow. In the most sultry way on the coast turns into torment. It is not necessary to occupy sunbeds in advance by the sea. There are enough deck chairs for everyone. Hotel staff helps to install umbrellas and bring mattresses. Sand is regularly cleaned and sieved. There are no stones or boulders in the water.