This resort literally grew out of nothing on the site of a small fishing village. The city of Side, located on a peninsula eight hundred meters long, very quickly gained popularity among tourists, including Russian. Well-developed infrastructure, unique natural conditions along with the possibility of combining a relaxing beach holiday with interesting excursions made the resort a pretty sought-after destination.
Overview
The reasons why tourists choose Side is quite a lot. First of all, it is necessary to note the cleanest air and mild climate, suitable for children. Many of the resort's spacious beaches are sandy. They have been awarded the Blue Flag for comfort and cleanliness. There are many monuments of ancient architecture in Side. The city is considered the main archaeological zone of Turkey. And finally, in Side there is an excellent selection of hotels aimed at any tourist. Here everyone can choose the living conditions in accordance with their abilities and wishes, staying both in luxury apartments or multi-storey hotel complexes with a huge territory, as well as in democratic "treshki" offering a fairly large and high-quality range of services.
One of these hotels is the Dream Of Side Hotel 3 *. Reviews about him, his location, infrastructure, features and much more are presented in this article.
Hotel Description
Many know him as Anthos Garden Hotel. However, since January 2017, the hotel was renamed the Dream of Side Hotel 3 *. Judging by the reviews, the complex is quite well located and is located just a kilometer from the center of Side, in a calm and fairly good area of the city. There are many shops and famous shopping centers in Turkey, and within walking distance there are inexpensive cafes and restaurants. At a distance of one kilometer - the sea. At the same distance from the hotel are the Ancient City, the Amphitheater and several temples.
One of the disadvantages of the Side Resort hotel fund is its tangible remoteness from the airport. If tourists are not afraid of a two-hour-long shuttle, then they can safely choose this hotel.
Infrastructure
Dream Of Side Hotel is a 3-star property. However, the low category was reflected only in the cost of tours. It is difficult to find a traveler who would be in the hotel all day. Therefore, those who combine swimming in the sea with local sightseeing, while not striving for luxury, Dream Of Side Hotel 3 * (Turkey) is just fine. There is a free parking zone where customers can park both their personal and rented vehicles, a small (about eight thousand square meters), but thought out territory with a grocery store and a souvenir kiosk.
The staff of the reception, working around the clock, will help to quickly check in and will help with all the necessary information. Here you can also order a taxi and buy a transfer to anywhere.
The hotel was built in 2003. But after changing the management system in early 2017, it was completely updated. Laundry and dry cleaning services are located in the administrative block, there is a rental point for bicycles or cars, a tour office. Internet in public areas is available for free. It also offers luggage storage and a safe-deposit box at the reception.
Housing stock
Hotel Dream Of Side Hotel 3 * by the number of rooms is considered average. It consists of six three-story buildings. In each of them there are twelve standard and family rooms. The latter are located mainly on the ground floors and have a large terrace on which you can leave the stroller. The filling of the rooms is standard: beds, bedside tables, wardrobe and luggage rack, there is a TV, direct dial telephone, air conditioning. Ceramic tiles on the floor.
The rooms are decorated in a Mediterranean style. The snow-white buildings of Dream Of Side Hotel 3 * look amazingly beautiful against a background of green lawns and palm trees. Family rooms have corner sofas. They can accommodate three adults and one child at a time.
Bathrooms in the hotel are combined. Plumbing is brand new. Judging by the reviews, there have never been interruptions with hot water, even in the high season, when the hotel is completely crowded. For vacationers: Dream Of Side Hotel 3 * does not provide shampoos, gels, etc. Of the toiletries in the bathrooms, only a minimal set.
Nutrition
Side hotels are famous for their all-inclusive concept. No exception Dream Of Side Hotel 3 *. Three meals a day, the opportunity to receive drinks from local manufacturers throughout the day for free, coffee and pastries from four to five hours - this is what the all-inclusive system in this hotel is. Imported alcohol should be paid separately. Dining is offered in the main restaurant. The menu is not only international, but also Asian cuisine.
Beach
Dream Of Side Hotel 3 * (Side) is almost a kilometer distant from the sea. Judging by the reviews, you can walk to the beach in ten to fifteen minutes with an unhurried step. The road passes shops and cafes, so it is not tiring. In addition, daily hotel buses run from nine to eleven in the morning to the beach. They return tourists from three to five in the evening.
The beach is public. The coating on it is sand, there are practically no pebbles. Living in the Dream Of Side Hotel 3 * sunbeds and umbrellas are provided free of charge. The beach infrastructure includes toilets, showers, cafes and bars, as well as a small playground with swings.
Hotel Policies
Check-in at Dream Of Side Hotel 3 * is scheduled for fourteen, and check-out for twelve hours. It is free. Children under the age of one year can be accommodated in existing beds at no extra charge. The hotel does not allow pets.
Additional Information
On the territory of the Dream Of Side Hotel 3 * (formerly Anthos Garden Hotel) there are two outdoor pools - for adults and a shallow one for children. Around there are always a lot of free sunbeds and umbrellas. You can connect to the Internet in all public areas, but in the restaurant and by the pool it is of the highest quality.
Animation at the hotel is not provided, but the territory always plays music, uplifting. Those who do not refuse a healthy lifestyle on vacation are invited to visit a hammam or sauna. There are many paid water activities on the beach. Here you can rent equipment for diving and windsurfing. From the hotel it is very convenient to walk to the ancient city, amphitheater and museum.
Dream Of Side Hotel 3 * (Turkey) - Reviews
Many Russians say that they doubted the right choice when buying a tour to this hotel. But their fears were dispelled already from the first minute. Settled quickly, despite the early arrival. The staff is smiling and attentive, although poorly understood in Russian. Therefore, knowledge of the English language was useful to many of our compatriots.
The rooms have everything for a comfortable stay - a TV, a working shower, constantly hot water, comfortable beds and balconies with a beautiful view.
On the issue of quality and quantity of nutrition, there are practically no complaints. On the trays there are a lot of salads of vegetables, sweets (for example, manna and tasty donuts), different types of jam. The Russians left many enthusiastic reviews about different mashed soups - cheese, tomato, mushroom. A lot of food, no one was left hungry. The only negative is the line in high season, when the hotel is very crowded.
The beach, although urban, is nevertheless very good. Some Russians did not like the lack of animation.
Summing up, we can say that many people find in this hotel the ideal ratio of the quality of rest and the money paid for it.