Royal Dragon Hotel 5 * (Turkey, Side), located in the green-blue part of the tourist region of Antalya, was opened in the middle of spring 2008. The 7-story building, located on the sandy shore, covers an area of 50,000 m 2 . It captivates with fantastic architecture and, thanks to comfortable apartments with a good decoration, allows each guest to make their holidays unforgettable and feel at home.
Briefly about Side
The city is a popular resort area in the Turkish Mediterranean and is located between no less famous and favorite domestic tourists Alanya and Antalya. Despite the modest territory, in different directions from the center of Side stretched stripes of hotels and beaches. In addition, nearby villages are often included in the resort area.
The formation of the cuisine of this part of Turkey was largely influenced by the traditions of the Mediterranean. Therefore, here you can taste an incredible amount of seafood and different types of fish.
The main destination in Side is a beach holiday. However, the area attracts another category of guests - fans of excursion tourism, since the resort has an incredible number of ruins of ancient structures. No wonder, because the city was founded by the ancient Greeks. Evidence of their stay can be called a small cape, on which fragments of walls, an amphitheater, temples, baths, a market square and much more have been preserved.
Getting to Side is easy. The nearest airport is Antalya. Air traffic connects it with many Russian cities. Travel time is 3.5 hours, and the ticket price is from $ 250. You can find cheaper options, but the flight will be long (5.5-18 hours) due to transfers in Istanbul and Ankara.
From Antalya to Side is only an hour away by car. If you drive on your own, then at the exit from the terminals you can use the services of taxi drivers who are on duty there around the clock. On average, a trip to the Royal Dragon Hotel will cost 270-300 Turkish liras. In order to save money, you should take a walk to the bus station located near the airport. From here ply dolmushi - shuttle buses. The cost of the trip in this case will be from 20 to 30 Turkish liras.
And those who are not in a hurry or are afraid of flights can choose other ways of travel:
- By bus. Travel time will be more than three days. There are many options for the route - through Georgia, Bulgaria and other countries. For example, leaving Moscow, you can get to Batumi in 48 hours, then transfer by bus to Antalya (another 26 hours). Then drive to Side by dolmush or taxi to Royal Dragon Hotel 5 *.
- On a ferryboat. Twice a week, high-speed vessels depart from Sochi to Trabzon. Cruise time - 4.5 hours. Then you have to take a bus to Antalya, and then to Side.
Infrastructure
The most important characteristic of the hotel complex is the development of infrastructure. The Royal Dragon Hotel has long proved its superiority over its competitors and offers a wide range of leisure opportunities for guests:
- Several restaurants and bars, including a cafe for children, where each guest can enjoy desserts, taste European and Asian cuisines, and also cool off with alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks.
- A medical center is a place where tourists can get not only first aid in case of unforeseen circumstances, but also consult with a specialist in general health.
- A hairdresser in which real professionals work.
- A beauty salon offering a variety of services, ranging from cosmetic procedures to skin and hair care.
- Laundry, where they will pay special attention to the cleanliness of each item.
- A network of stores of various kinds in a shopping center located near the Royal Dragon Hotel 5 *. Here at attractive prices you can buy souvenirs, shoes, bags, clothes, jewelry and much more.
- For business negotiations or meetings, the hotel administration offers guests to use three conference rooms, one of which is multifunctional.
Room Description Royal Dragon Hotel
The luxurious hotel offers its guests to stay in apartments of the following categories:
- 402 rooms are standard and comfort. 236 of them offer beautiful views of the sea, 120 have a side view on the coast, and windows 19 look at the roadway. In addition, there are 4 rooms for non-smokers and 5 for people with disabilities. Each room consists of a bedroom, a bathroom and a balcony. The total area is 40 m 2 .
- 14 junior suites (junior suites with sea views). The room with a total area of 70 m2 consists of two bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a jacuzzi.
- 116 Duplex Family rooms (a certain number with a sea view, the windows of the rest overlook the road). The total area of 60 m 2 . The room includes a balcony, two bedrooms and bathrooms.
- 33 family rooms with sea and road views. Rooms are 60 m 2 consist of two bedrooms, a balcony and a bathroom.
- 3 rooms Royal Suit (100 m 2 ). Consist of three bedrooms, a balcony and two bathrooms.
The front door of each room opens with a magnetic card.
Each room category has:
- carpet covering;
- TV
- 2 direct phones, one of which is in the bathroom;
- hair dryer;
- radio via TV;
- mirror;
- air conditioning system;
- bathroom and toilet;
- cot (on request);
- safe;
- balcony;
- mini bar;
- cushioned furniture.
Places nearby Royal Dragon Hotel
People come to Turkey for different purposes: some for lazy relaxation and shopping, some for work issues, and some for sightseeing. And the main problem for each guest at the beginning of the trip is a complete disorientation. To make your stay in Side a little easier, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the mini-guide around the resort area.
Within a radius of 1 km from Royal Dragon Hotel there are:
- Dolphin sculpture, located on the main street of the village of Kumkoy and playing the role of a landmark for tourists. The monument is not of particular value, but thanks to it, many guests of nearby hotels and hotels were able to stop dolmusha in time and not pass their stop.
- The central Kumkoy fountain in the form of an octagonal bowl. Next to it are sculptures of musicians, near which you can relax on cozy wooden benches.
- Shopping center - an elegant building, erected in the middle of the twentieth century, in harmony with modern Turkish architecture. The complex looks like a huge clothing market, but beautiful fountains, white marble interiors, and relaxation benches create a special atmosphere that is conducive to long-term shopping.
Within a radius of 3 km from Royal Dragon Hotel are located:
- Kumkoy Beach. Known for its purity, golden sands and gentle slope. There are many nightclubs on the territory, so the party traffic comes to an end only at 7 in the morning. It is not crowded before lunch.
- Bust of Ataturk. Located in a picturesque harbor, it is a local attraction that attracts the attention of many travelers.
- Evrenseki beach. An ideal place to relax in Turkey with children. Very clean resort with clear sea, soft sand. Nearby is a free gym.
Within a radius of 5 km from the hotel:
- Tayyarbey Beach, located in Gundogdu Bay. In addition to the standard rest, you can use the services of a free bar.
- Side promenade is a favorite place for all tourists, where cacti bloom beautifully and palm trees grow along the entire territory.
- Cholakli Alleys up to three meters long. Here are cozy cafes, walkways leading directly to the city beach.
Services for younger guests
What if you want to get excellent service, not go broke on a trip, and even spend a vacation with children? Many Russian families with different income levels have been enthusiastically traveling to Turkey for a long time, and each country is greeted with a lot of entertainment.
The resort is ideally focused on family vacations: most hotels have all the conditions for the comfort of small guests, and those who are older can use and enjoy spending time in local camps.
International animation teams work on the beaches, most of which are fluent in Russian. Thanks to the all-inclusive system, there is no need to think about how to feed the child, and a rich excursion program will help the child not only relax, but also replenish his knowledge.
The staff at Royal Dragon Hotel is especially kind to their younger guests. Parents can safely enjoy their vacation without worrying about their children, knowing that they have fun and are under constant supervision.
For small guests the following features are provided:
- A playground on site with a wide range of games, attractions and opportunities.
- For kids from 4 years old and children under 12 years old there is a mini-club where, under the supervision of educators, they can enjoy an interesting entertainment program.
- The Royal Dragon Hotel has a swimming pool with a shallow depth and an incredible number of colorful slides.
- The cafe has high chairs for comfort.
In addition, mini-discos are held on certain days, and babysitting services are available at an additional cost. Those who have previously stayed at the Royal Dragon, note that the administration and staff are extremely attentive to their young guests.
Entertainment for adults
An important point in the organization of leisure is a leisure program at the selected hotel. Entertainment at Royal Dragon Hotel is thought out to the smallest detail:
- A well-equipped gym will appeal to every guest who watches over his figure and health.
- There are 2 pools (outdoor and indoor).
- Particular attention should be paid to evening and daytime animation, which includes water gymnastics, entertainment shows, live music, a cinema, table tennis and much more.
- Every day, its wellness and spa center opens its doors, offering a plunge in a special mud bath, relaxing on massage and visiting rooms of aesthetic procedures for face and body.
- Free use of the Turkish bath, jacuzzi, sauna, heated indoor pool.
Fans of sports hobbies especially highlight a fitness center, 2 day tennis courts, a water park, an amusement park, the opportunity to play bowling, darts, basketball and beach volleyball with the company.
Restaurants
The hotel operates on an Ultra All Inclusive system, that is, guests are offered a buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner.
You can also choose and try:
- Diet breakfast and children's buffet in the main restaurant Royal Dragon Hotel.
- A large number of types of juices, local and imported soft drinks and spirits.
- Take advantage of the night buffet in the bistro.
- Visit any of the proposed 4 à la carte restaurants - Italian, Thai, fish and Turkish. All of them work 6 days a week by appointment.
- Make a custom order on the menu.
Guests are offered the opportunity to visit the restaurant once for free and try any cocktails, alcoholic drinks and light snacks. In addition, Patisserie Patisserie opens at certain hours, where you can enjoy desserts of local and European cuisine.
Be sure to order ayran cooling and quenching thirst in the Turkish tent, and visit the vitamin bar in the sauna, hammam and gym. You can celebrate your birthday and any other special date not only in the main restaurant of the hotel, but also in the beach snack bar.
Beach and Pool
The main purpose of arriving in Turkey is to rest by the sea, so for guests this is an important aspect. Reviews of tourists who visited the hotel complex earlier, note the cleanliness of the pool and the well-groomed Royal Dragon Hotel beach, located just a few meters from the main building. Here, guests will be offered free umbrellas, sun loungers and towels (deposit).
Special attention should be paid to the sea coast. Due to the fact that the beach is the property of the hotel, its territory is ennobled and cleaned. Among the features include the free provision of the necessary attributes for relaxation and round-the-clock protection. The only drawback: the lack of rescuers.
Despite the fact that there were no complaints about the cleanliness of the sea, many tourists prefer to swim in the indoor pool, in which the water is heated to the optimum temperature in the cool season.
All beloved All inclusive
The all inclusive system has been a success among Russians for many years. Agree, this is a great chance to spend your vacation without even thinking about everyday issues. And if most resorts are now working on this system, then initially this option was invented in Turkey. So what offers us a 5 * hotel located in Side?
Food & Drink:
- Breakfast lunch and dinner;
- children's and night buffet;
- special diet food;
- the opportunity to enjoy dishes of other cuisines;
- for lunch and dinner, enjoy the taste of local and imported drinks;
- daily replenishment of the minibar;
- Gözleme and Ayran for quenching thirst;
- for lunch and dinner, delicious ice cream.
Room:
- daily cleaning;
- safe;
- change of bed linen once every 3 days and towels (daily);
- satellite TV.
Sport:
- tennis court and all the necessary paraphernalia for the game;
- Beach volleyball;
- hammam;
- sauna;
- Fitness Centre;
- gymnastics and aerobics lessons;
- jacuzzi.
Compliments and bonuses
Despite the remoteness from the East, Turkey, in comparison with other countries, is always distinguished by hospitality. And judging by the reviews of the guests, the hotel successfully emphasizes this feature and offers the following bonuses:
- A basket of fresh fruits awaits you in your room on the day of check-in.
- Guests staying at the hotel for 21 days or more have the option of late eviction (after 18:00).
- On his birthday, Royal Dragon staff congratulates the guest, giving a birthday cake and a bottle of champagne / collection wine.
- Newlyweds, in addition to the "edible" bonuses, are provided with a festive decoration of the room. To use the service, it is necessary to notify the administration in advance, and on the day of arrival provide a marriage certificate.
- Once a day at the agreed time, bananas, towels and water are delivered to the sports fields.
- Possibility to use laundry services for free (a pair of socks, a T-shirt and shorts).
- Ability to upgrade the room category. For example, with full or side sea views.
- 20% discount on spa treatments.
Hotel guest reviews
Judging by the many enthusiastic comments left on the tourism forums, our compatriots were satisfied with the service at the Royal Dragon Hotel. Based on their reviews in favor of the hotel complex, we can safely assume that choosing a place to stay in Turkey for a vacation, you should pay attention to the "Royal Dragon". Many guests admitted that it was this hotel that made their stay unforgettable and gave a vivid experience. The clear sea, the beach, located on the first coastline, Turkish hospitality, the hot sun, local attractions, cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, coupled with quality service, will certainly impress every tourist.