Resort Villages Alba Royal Hotel – Ultra All Inclusive -Adults Only (+16)
Erhan Demir Blv. Colakli, 07610 Side, Turkey
HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know what struck me first about Alba Royal? It’s actually tucked away from the main tourist chaos of Side, which honestly makes all the difference. The hotel sits right on Erhan Demir Boulevard in Colakli – and I mean right on the beach, not one of those “beach hotels” where you need a shuttle to actually see water. The stretch of sand here is surprisingly wide and way less crowded than what you’ll find closer to Side’s ancient ruins.
The adults-only thing (they’re strict about the 16+ rule, by the way) creates this unexpectedly chill vibe that I wasn’t prepared for. Most ultra all-inclusive places feel like organized chaos, but there’s something more… I don’t know, sophisticated about how this place operates. The pool area actually stays relatively quiet even during peak hours, and you can have a conversation without shouting over screaming kids. The staff seems to get that people come here to properly unwind – they’re attentive without being pushy, which is honestly refreshing after staying at some of the more aggressive hospitality places along the Turkish coast.
What really sells this place though is how they handle the food situation. Look, I’ve done my share of all-inclusive hotels, and the buffet game here is solid – but it’s the à la carte restaurants that surprised me. The Turkish restaurant especially (I’m blanking on the exact name) serves food that actually tastes like what you’d get in a good local spot in Side’s old town, not the watered-down tourist version. And speaking of Side – it’s maybe a 10-minute drive if you want to explore the ancient theater and harbor area, but far enough that you’re not dealing with the crowds and aggressive vendors when you’re trying to relax.
The rooms are what you’d expect from a proper 5-star setup, though the balcony views vary quite a bit depending on where they place you. Sea view obviously costs more, but even the garden-facing rooms are pretty decent – quieter too, if you’re sensitive to the sound of waves and beach activity. One thing that caught me off guard: the WiFi actually works reliably throughout the property, which isn’t always a given at Turkish beach resorts.
I’ll be honest, the 8.0 rating feels about right – it’s a really solid choice without being groundbreaking. The kind of place where everything just… works. You’re not going to have any major complaints, and you’ll probably leave feeling like you got your money’s worth. It’s particularly good if you’re looking for that sweet spot between luxury and laid-back, especially during shoulder season when the weather’s still great but the crowds thin out a bit.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 8.9
Comfort: 8.4
Location: 8.7
Free WiFi: 4.3
Facilities: 8.7
Cleanliness: 9.1
Value for money: 7.6
Martin from United Kingdom
This was our fourth stay at Alba Royal and yet again it exceeded our expectations. The hotel and surrounding areas are spotless, the food is excellent and the staff are amazing. We particularly enjoyed the A 'La Carte evenings where Isa and his colleagues are so polite and helpful.
Alisher from Uzbekistan
A nice hotel with good food and beverages. Sand beach and warm sea.
Grant from United Kingdom
Everything
Ramla from Czech Republic
lots of facilities
Olga from Estonia
Отличный пляж, очень близко от отеля. Номер не новый. Ламинат на полу потертый и явно требующий ремонта. Питание отличное. Много зелени и свежих овощей.
Christian from Germany
Alles, mit Ausnahme der 1.Nacht (siehe oben/unten).
Unglaublich aber wahr: Getränke/Essen tatsächlich rund um die Uhr verfügbar (Lobby Bar 2 geöffnet von 18 Uhr bis 8 Uhr morgens!!)
Superior Zimmer: TOP! Schönes Kingsizebett, feste Matratze, Bad mit Whirlpool (leider etwas klein), Balkon groß genug für 6-8 Menschen.
Gesamte Anlage sehr sauber.
Guray from Sweden
Allt va bra
Petrica_2000 from Romania
Camera confortabila si foarte mare , plaja (foarte rar am intilnit asa nisip fin si fara pietre in apa) si piscina foarte frumoase, personalul foarte amabil si atmosfera in sine foarte placuta. Mancarea foarte gustoasa si diversificata in special seara; nu trebuie ignorata optiunea a la carte, deosebita. In aceasta perioada se vorbeste in...
Samir from Israel
אוכל מצוין וצוות אדיב.
Selcuk from Austria
Hotel war Sauber und Comfortabel!
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SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Xante: 3.6 km
- Aquapark: 3 km
- Peri Park: 5 km
- İz Flower: 5 km
- Club Grand Aqua: 1.3 km
- Club Grand Side: 650 m
- Hotel Grand Side: 6 km
- Side Amphitheatre: 9 km
- Prima Sol Serra Garden: 3.3 km
- La Grande Resort and Spa: 3.8 km
Top attractions:
- Side Museum: 9 km
- Side Antique City: 9 km
- Temples of Apollo and Athena: 10 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Kumkoy Beach: 4.1 km
- Side Public Beach: 150 m
- Colakli Public Beach: 850 m
- Evrenseki Public Beach: 2.4 km
Closest airports:
- Antalya Airport: 61 km
ROOMS
- Standard Double or Twin Room with Garden View with 1 single bed, 1 double bed, or and 3 single beds for 3 adults
- Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View with 1 single bed, 1 double bed, or and 3 single beds for 3 adults
- Superior Double or Twin Room with Sea View with 1 single bed, 1 double bed, or and 3 single beds for 3 adults
FACILITIES
View:
- View
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Adult only
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Car hire
- Soundproof rooms
- Lift
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Hammam
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Activities:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Bingo Additional charge
- Aerobics
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Happy hour
- Themed dinner nights
- Beach
- Tennis equipment Additional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Water sport facilities on site Additional charge
- Nightclub/D J
- Entertainment staff
- Mini golf
- Horse riding Additional charge
- Bowling Additional charge
- Darts
- Karaoke
- Table tennis
- Billiards Additional charge
- Games room
- Tennis court
Living Area:
- Seating Area
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits
- Wine/champagne
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken:
- German
- English
- Turkish
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Balcony
- Bath
- Free WiFi
- View
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
Entertainment and family services:
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
2 swimming pools Pool 1 - indoor Free!Pool 2 - outdoor Free!:
- Open all year
- Open all year
Parking Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).:
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 14:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 12:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
Erhan Demir Blv. Colakli, 07610 Side, Turkey
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