Side is a seaside resort in Turkey. It is located on the Mediterranean coast. It is on the way from Antalya to Alanya. The town can not boast of impressive size. It is compact and consists of a tourist part and areas in which local people live.
Wandering wind
Life in Side is strikingly different from the life of neighbors. She absorbed the traditions of Greek civilization, which are reminded of numerous architectural monuments. Elysium Side Bella Management By Ganita Hotels is located on the first line. Opposite him stretched kilometers of sandy beach. Between it and the recreational area is a federal highway. It originates in Antalya and leads south.
Summer comes to these parts in mid-April. You can swim in early May. Therefore, the first vacationers in Elysium Side Bella Management By Ganita Hotels appear just at this time. The water temperature during this period reaches 20 ° C. In June, it is already 26 ° C, and in August it warms up to 27 ° C. Summer in Side is hot and dry. The hottest months are July, August and September. The resort is cooler at night. The thermometer column fluctuates around 20 ° C.
At Elysium Side Bella Management By Ganita Hotels, the rooms are equipped with air conditioning, which are responsible for maintaining a comfortable indoor climate. Rains are frequent guests in April and October. In November, the beaches in Side are finally empty.
Hotel Description
Hotel apartments are decorated in a traditional style for Turkey. The modern interior is laconic and the prevalence of light colors. The small rooms are decorated with colorful textiles that contrast with crisp white linens and starched towels.
Elysium Side Bella Management By Ganita Hotels features satellite TV, a spacious balcony and a mini fridge. In the bathroom - cosmetics and toiletries, hairdryer, panoramic mirror. The hotel offers all-inclusive service. It focuses on families with children. It rests the European public.
At the disposal of tourists Elysium Side Bella (Turkey, Side) an outdoor pool with clean fresh water, sun loungers, bars and a restaurant. The garden has gazebos and hammocks. The sauna center has saunas, a Turkish hammam and steam rooms. Side's main pedestrian arteries are no more than ten minutes away by public transport. Room service is available. The hotel has its own beach. It has sun loungers and umbrellas.
Transport accessibility
Air flights from Russia are served by the international airport in Antalya. Arriving at Elysium Side Bella (Turkey, Side) is met at the exit of the passenger terminal. Recently, some flights land in Gazipasa. This city is closer. The road from Antalya takes about one hour. Taxi drivers charge 4 thousand rubles. A bus ticket costs 450.
Some Russians travel to the Elysium Side Bella from neighboring countries. Ferries run between Georgia, Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey. On the way you will have to spend about three days. A passenger ship is going from Sochi. Having paid 5 thousand rubles, travelers in 4 hours set foot on the land of Trabzon.
Intercity buses in the country are equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning systems. They have a Wi-Fi network. A trip on one of these airliners is considered the best option for exploring Turkish resorts.
Minibuses are responsible for moving around the Elysium Side Bella 5 * hotel (Turkey, Side). Standard rate - 60 rubles. City transport operates from 05:00 to 01:00. During the summer holidays, the bus lounges are crowded. The driver needs to pay for the trip. Taxi will cost more. The minimum price is 100 rubles. Car owners accept American dollars, euros and Turkish lira. Moreover, their exchange rate is the most disadvantageous.
You can book an individual meeting at Antalya Airport at Transfer Side. In its fleet, cars of various capacities. Drivers comply with the rules of the road and the speed limit set on the country's roads. They are neat and polite. Sometimes, on the way to the destination, they can be delivered to the chocolate factory. For the delivery of tourists they receive a small percentage of the owners of such institutions.
Neighborhood
Around the hotel Elysium Side Bella 5 * concentrated an abundance of restaurants and shops. The most popular bistros and diners among travelers:
- Q Beach.
- "Serenade".
- Side Ocakbasi.
- The Sultan.
- "Ghoul."
- Norden.
- "Karma".
- "Orphosis".
- "Estuary."
- Conny's.
- Miami.
The cuisines “Meshur”, “Viking”, “Module”, “At Mehmet”, “Point” invite you to have a tasty and inexpensive snack. They cook traditional Turkish dishes. Restaurants specialize in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. The city has steakhouses, pubs, fast food, noodles.
You can spend a romantic evening surrounded by exquisite interiors in Apollo and Barracuda. As night falls, candles are lit on the tables. Musicians play melodic music. Dancers decorate the meal.
A short drive from the hotel is a lot of attractions. The museum of local lore works. Kiss and Lighthouse nightclubs are responsible for entertainment at the resort. The Russians were satisfied with the massage in the hammams "Sultan", "Dolphin", "Demirkhan", "Prestige".
Nutrition
The hotel's gastronomy is represented by restaurants. One of them operates in the dining room mode and works on schedule. Breakfast includes desserts, fruits, pancakes, pancakes, biscuit, as well as sandwiches with cheese and sausage, eggs, pastries. Pour coffee and tea. At lunch, the choice of dishes is even greater. The menu is replete with meat dishes, side dishes, salads. No one will remain hungry.
For a snack between the main meals, the bistro located on the hotel's premises is responsible. They prepare ice cream, confectionery, dairy products, cocktails, soft drinks. You will have to pay for imported alcohol from your own pocket. Everything else is included in the price.
The second restaurant serves cash. A table needs to be reserved in advance.
Sports and Entertainment
The hotel has a tennis court. Ping pong tables are available. Animators provide everything for darts. At the point of rental equipment give out masks, tubes, fins and inflatable toys. The wellness center includes saunas, a bath complex, and a gym. The reception is conducted by a cosmetologist.
A team of instructors conducts energetic exercises in the morning. In the afternoon she moves to the beach, involving holidaymakers in the fun games. In the evening, animators hold contests and organize family evenings. They are also responsible for refereeing at beach volleyball and water polo tournaments. Passions sometimes flare up in earnest.
The pool area is equipped with comfortable stairs to enter the water. The excess fluid drain system guarantees safety on the site next to the sun loungers. A children's water center is right there. Children's games are monitored by security personnel and professional lifeguards. After sunset, the soft backlight turns on. The bar closes at 21:00.
Reviews
The guests were pleased with the wide and soft beds. TV shows Russian-language channels. Many guests come to this hotel from year to year. They have no complaints about the quality of service and staff behavior. The location and views of the rooms are beyond praise. The rooms are clean. Maids thoroughly vacuum and wipe the dust.
On the beach there are enough sun loungers for everyone. The hotel stops residents of France and Germany. Their recommendations can be trusted. The Russians completely agree with the Europeans. Of the minuses, they distinguish an inconvenient entrance to the sea. Plus, the hotel employees do not speak Russian. They have to communicate in German or English. Someone is explained by gestures. Otherwise, everything is fine.
Recommendations
Since the Elysium Side Bella Hotel (ex. Side Bella Luna Hotel) has recently changed its owner, the living conditions in it have slightly changed. This point should be borne in mind by regular customers of the hotel.
Cash exchange is best done at specialized points. They are found in abundance in the center of Side and in Manavgat. The Russians use the services of Deniz Bank. He issues Turkish lira by withdrawing money from a bank card account. Very convenient and profitable.
A half hour walk from the residential building are the ruins of Barut. You need to stick to the boardwalk, and then ask the locals. They will tell you the way.
Near the complex there are travel companies. Prices for excursions are cheaper than in the hotel’s travel agency. Usually, the guide calls in to the hotel for vacationers. And after the trip he drives back. The most interesting options are offered by managers of agencies located in the center of Side. This part of the resort is approximately 2 kilometers away. You can use a taxi or minibus.
Excursions
In local representations of travel agencies, river boat or boat trips around Manavgat are in the greatest demand. The program includes swimming in the open water area. As well as a visit to the waterfall and turtle farm. Vacationers are fed dinner. Those who wish can go to the bazaar. Cost - 1,200 rubles.
Fans of extreme entertainment choose rafting. During the descent, travelers cover a distance of more than 14 km.