About
This green oasis is located close to the sandy beach in the popular holiday region of Çolakli on the Turkish Riviera. The historic town of Side with its ancient sights like the largest amphitheatre of Anatolia or the famous Temple of Apollo is 10 km, Antalya Airport is 60 km away. The hotel features 210 rooms, 24-hours reception, currency exchange, free WIFI in public areas, 3 restaurants, 5 bars, spa and wellness, fitness centre, 2 outdoor pools, indoor pool, 3 children's pools, mini-club, car rental and free private parking on site. Free beach shuttle. Wheelchair accessible.
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Why Can Garden Resort 5*?
Cleanliness And Housekeeping
Many guests describe the rooms and public areas as spotless, with daily towel changes and even staff sweeping sand off beach loungers throughout the day.
Friendly, Attentive Staff
Reviewers repeatedly praise the waitstaff, guest relations team and animation crew as warm and eager to help, sometimes going out of their way for special occasions like birthdays.
Beach And Pools
Guests enjoy the sandy private beach with a beach bar plus two large pools (one with slides), and a shuttle running frequently between hotel and beach.
Food Quality And Variety
Several visitors highlight the wide choice and quality of the buffet, including fresh local produce, meat and fish, plus poolside snacks like burgers and pancakes.
Location For Excursions
The hotel's proximity to Old Town Side and nearby attractions like Land of Legends theme park is valued, with easy dolmus or shuttle access mentioned by multiple guests.
Common criticisms
Dominant German-speaking Crowd
Non-German guests, especially British visitors, frequently note that entertainment, announcements and even some food stations feel geared mainly toward German tourists, which can leave others feeling left out.
Occasional Unfriendly Staff Experiences
While most reviews praise the staff, a minority report rude or dismissive treatment, particularly at reception, including long check-in delays and communication problems.
Weak Evening Entertainment
Some guests find the nightly shows low-key or repetitive (bingo, karaoke-style acts), though they note extra bars and an occasional disco help compensate.
Limited Drinks Selection
A few reviewers mention that the all-inclusive drinks menu is fairly basic, with only a few spirits and slow bar service requiring guests to order doubles in advance.
What Guests Loved
Very clean rooms and grounds Friendly, helpful staff Nice beach and pools Good food variety Convenient for Side excursions
Common criticisms
Dominant German-speaking Crowd Occasional Unfriendly Staff Experiences Weak Evening Entertainment Limited Drinks Selection
Rooms & Comfort
Facilities
Facilities
24-hour reception Bellboy service Concierge Garden Hotel safe Key Collection Laundry service Lift access Luggage room Terrace Wi-fi
Catering
Bar Poolside snack bar Restaurant
Entertainment
Children’s swimming area Indoor freshwater pool Kids’ club Nightclub Outdoor freshwater pool Parasols Sun loungers
Health
Sauna Spa treatments Turkish bath (hamam)
Sports
Fitness
Location
