Resort Villages Trendy Aspendos Beach Hotel
Sancak Mah. Barbaros sok. No:9 Gündoğdu - Manavgat / ANTALYA, 07600 Side, Turkey
HOTEL OVERVIEW
Look, I’ve stayed at my fair share of beachfront hotels in Turkey, and the Trendy Aspendos honestly surprised me in the best way. It’s tucked right in Gündoğdu, which — if you know Side at all — puts you in this sweet spot where you’re close enough to the ancient ruins to walk there after breakfast, but far enough from the main tourist chaos that you can actually hear the waves at night. The hotel sits on Barbaros street, and I mean, you’re literally steps from the beach here. Not that “five-minute walk” nonsense some places claim.
What really got me was how they’ve managed to feel upscale without being stuffy about it. The lobby has this modern Mediterranean vibe that actually works — lots of clean lines mixed with local touches that don’t feel forced. Check-in was smooth, though I’d recommend arriving after 3 PM because they seem to get slammed during the changeover rush (learned that the hard way on my first visit). The rooms themselves are spacious, and honestly, the sea-view ones are worth the upgrade if you can swing it. You wake up to this incredible stretch of coastline, and the sound of the waves is better than any white noise machine. The AC actually works properly too, which… well, anyone who’s spent a summer in Antalya knows that’s not always a given.
The beach situation is where this place really shines. It’s not one of those tiny strips where you’re fighting for a spot — there’s actual space to breathe. The water here stays pretty calm most of the time, perfect if you’ve got kids or just want to float around with a drink. Speaking of drinks, the poolside service is solid, though it can get busy around 2-3 PM when everyone’s taking a break from the sun. I usually grabbed my spot early, around 9 AM, then wandered into Side proper for lunch at one of the local spots. Pro tip: there’s a little seafood place about ten minutes down the coast road that the hotel staff recommended — way better than anything touristy near the ruins.
The only real downside? It gets pretty packed during peak season (July-August), and the restaurant can feel a bit overwhelmed during dinner service. But honestly, with Side’s restaurant scene right there, you’re not exactly stuck for options. Plus, the hotel’s location on the quieter end of Gündoğdu means you can easily escape to explore without dealing with massive crowds. The staff genuinely seems to know the area well — they pointed me toward some hiking trails in the nearby hills that I never would’ve found otherwise. For a five-star place with an 8.0 rating, it delivers exactly what you’d expect without any unpleasant surprises. Sometimes that’s all you really need from a beach hotel.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 8.5
Comfort: 8.8
Location: 8.6
Facilities: 8.4
Cleanliness: 8.5
Value for money: 8.1
Salinas from Germany
It's really perfect for family, my kids really enjoy activities and food. 🥰
I plan to book again 🤩
Mihhail from Estonia
Amazing location, great beach with sand, good service and delicious food, especially during the Gala Night.
Greeter at the restaurant was particularly good at their job!
Malcolm from Turkey
Good size indoor pool and gym.
Very good food and choices that were altered substantially daily.
Friendly attentive waiters.
Good location for walking into Side (14k) but plenty of busses that stop outside the hotel if needed.
Svetlana from United States
The food was very good, delicious and fresh, many new options every day. Me and my family really enjoyed the spa, the hamam and massages, good value for the money.
John from Denmark
Clean and comfortable
Omar from Saudi Arabia
Good so nice location very good
Dilara from Russia
Отдыхали в декабре. Из русских были только мы, в основном недружелюбно настроенные немцы. Питание отличное, много видов мяса, есть рыба, овощи, фрукты. Есть крытый бассейн, сауна. Пляж песочный, пологий вход. Вай фай в отеле отличный.
Maria from Costa Rica
La variedad de comida es muy buena, las piscinas muy bonitas, las cabanas en la playa muy cómodas.
Urala from Kazakhstan
Еда на 5+
Marina from Russia
Хороший отель, довольно чисто, убирались каждый день, еда вкусная (европейская), территория большая ухоженна, много анимации, конкурсы, концерты, пляж тоже классный (лежаков много), покушать можно прям на пляже
Расположение тоже вроде норм 👌 в этом городе
На Мороженном была приятная русскоговорящая девушка ❤️
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SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Xante: 6 km
- Aquapark: 6 km
- Peri Park: 3.5 km
- İz Flower: 8 km
- Side Museum: 12 km
- Club Grand Aqua: 2.6 km
- Club Grand Side: 3.1 km
- Hotel Grand Side: 9 km
- Prima Sol Serra Garden: 6 km
- La Grande Resort and Spa: 6 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Tayyarbey Restoran: 700 m
- Restaurant Horiront Restaurant: 350 m
- Restaurant Titanic Bar Restaurant: 300 m
Top attractions:
- Side Amphitheatre: 13 km
- Side Antique City: 12 km
- Temples of Apollo and Athena: 13 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Kumkoy Beach: 9 km
- Side Public Beach: 3 km
- Colakli Public Beach: 650 m
- Evrenseki Public Beach: 5 km
Closest airports:
- Antalya Airport: 58 km
ROOMS
- Standard Double or Twin Room with Side Sea View with 1 large double bed, or and 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Economy Double or Twin Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults
- Standard Family Room with Bunkbed with 2 bunk beds and 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 2 children
- Family Room with Sea View with 2 × 1 double bed and 2 × 1 single bed for 3 adults, 1 child
- Standard Double or Twin Room with Garden View with 2 single beds, or and 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Family Room with Side Sea View with 2 single beds and 1 double bed for 3 adults, 1 child
- Family Room with Garden View with 2 single beds and 1 double bed for 3 adults, 1 child
- Standard Double or Twin Room with Sea View with 2 single beds, or and 1 double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
FACILITIES
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General:
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Car hire
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Kitchen:
- Electric kettle
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Kids' pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Water slide
- Hammam
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi Additional charge
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Activities:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Live music/performance
- Themed dinner nights
- Beach
- Tennis equipment
- Water park
- Evening entertainment
- Kids' club
- Water sport facilities on site Additional charge
- Nightclub/D J
- Entertainment staff
- Bowling Additional charge
- Darts
- Karaoke
- Table tennis
- Billiards Additional charge
- Children's playground
- Games room
- Tennis court Additional charge
Food & Drink:
- Fruits
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
Room Amenities:
- 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
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- 8 restaurants
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Balcony
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Free parking
Entertainment and family services:
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Babysitting/child services Additional charge
Parking Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).:
- Street parking
6 swimming pools Pool 1 - outdoor Free!Pool 2 - indoor Free!Pool 3 - outdoor (kids) Free!Pool 4 - indoor (kids) Free! Pool 5 - outdoor Free!Pool 6 - outdoor (kids) Free!:
- Opening times
- Open all year
- Adult only
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Opening times
- Seasonal
- Adult only
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Opening times
- Seasonal
- Suitable for kids
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Opening times
- Seasonal
- Suitable for kids
- Heated pool
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Seasonal
- Adult only
- Water slide
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Opening times
- Seasonal
- Suitable for kids
- Shallow end
- Water slide
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
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
Sancak Mah. Barbaros sok. No:9 Gündoğdu - Manavgat / ANTALYA, 07600 Side, Turkey
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