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From: Riga (RIX)
After: 15 Nov 2026
For: 7 nights
Travellers: 2 Adults
CASTIVAL HOTEL SIDE 5*

CASTIVAL HOTEL SIDE 5*

Overall, the Castival Hotel Side offers a mixed experience with its strong points being the location and service. Guests appreciated the proximity to local attractions and the attentive staff. However, the food and beverage quality, as well as room cleanliness, were areas of concern. The hotel is best suited for travelers who prioritize location and service over dining and room standards. Improvements in these areas could enhance the overall guest experience.

Tripadvisor
4.7 Excellent (3022 reviews)
CASTIVAL HOTEL SIDE 5*

CASTIVAL HOTEL SIDE 5*

Overall, the Castival Hotel Side offers a mixed experience with its strong points being the location and service. Guests appreciated the proximity to local attractions and the attentive staff. However, the food and beverage quality, as well as room cleanliness, were areas of concern. The hotel is best suited for travelers who prioritize location and service over dining and room standards. Improvements in these areas could enhance the overall guest experience.

Tripadvisor
4.7 Excellent (3022 reviews)

At a glance

  • City View, Romantic

About

Castival Hotel is located about 50-minute car ride away from Antalya airport and just about 10 minutes from Side and Manavgat. The modern rooms have been nicely decorated and equipped with all the needed amenities to make travellers feel comfortable and pleased during their stay. The hotel welcomes guests to their beautiful property that has a wide variety of activities and spaces where to have a fun and rest. Visitors can eat with friends or family at the on-site restaurant that offers inside or outside dining in a luxury atmosphere. If they prefer, they can visit the bar, relax, and have delicious drinks. Business travellers can take advantage of the multifunctional conference hall that accommodates up to 600 people. The pool area will be everyone's favourite place since they can rest, sunbathe, swim or have fun in the water slides. If guests desire, they can visit the spa where they will be spoilt and pampered.

CASTIVAL HOTEL SIDE 5*
Airport55 km
Town centre65 km
Check-in / check-out14:00 / 12:00
Built2015

Why CASTIVAL HOTEL SIDE 5*?

Location

Guests appreciated the hotel's convenient location near shops and markets, making it easy to explore the local area. The proximity to various attractions was a highlight for many visitors. One guest mentioned, 'The location was good it was near shops and markets.' This accessibility added to the overall enjoyment of their stay.

Service

The service at the hotel received positive feedback, with staff members being described as attentive and helpful. A guest specifically praised Muattar for providing excellent service. This level of care contributed to a pleasant experience for many guests.

Pool

The hotel's pools were noted for their cleanliness, providing a refreshing and enjoyable environment for relaxation. Guests found the pool areas well-maintained, which enhanced their leisure time. The clean pools were a standout feature for those looking to unwind.

Common criticisms

Food And Beverages

Some guests were disappointed with the food and beverage offerings, particularly the quality of coffee and alcoholic drinks. One guest noted difficulty finding non-instant coffee and described the espresso as 'bitter dark water.' The wine and beer were also criticized for being of inferior quality. These issues detracted from the overall dining experience.

Room Cleanliness

Room cleanliness was a concern for some guests, with reports of moldy bathrooms and inconsistent cleaning services. One guest mentioned that the bathrooms were not cleaned daily, which is expected in a 5-star hotel. This inconsistency in housekeeping was a notable drawback for visitors.

Entertainment

The entertainment program at the hotel was described as relatively poor by some guests. The limited variety and quality of entertainment options did not meet the expectations of those looking for engaging activities. This aspect was seen as an area needing improvement to enhance guest satisfaction.

What Guests Loved

  • convenient location
  • attentive staff
  • clean pools

Common criticisms

  • Food And Beverages
  • Room Cleanliness
  • Entertainment

Rooms & Comfort

Double Room, Land View

Up to 3 guests

  • Direct dial telephone
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bathroom
  • 220V power supply
  • Wake-up service

Double Room, Side Sea View

Up to 2 guests

  • Wake-up service
  • Bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Minibar

Double Room, Sea View

Up to 3 guests

  • Safe
  • Centrally regulated air conditioning
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Minibar
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Hairdryer

Double Room, Land View, Single Use

Up to 3 guests

  • Smoke detector
  • Room size (sqm)
  • Satellite TV
  • Make-up mirror
  • Slippers
  • Bathrobes

Double Room, Side Sea View, Single Use

Up to 3 guests

  • Toiletries
  • 220V power supply
  • Wake-up service
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Centrally regulated air conditioning
  • Safe

Double Room, Sea View, Single Use

Up to 1 guests

  • Safe
  • Centrally regulated air conditioning
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Minibar
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Hairdryer

Family Room, One Bedroom, One Bathroom

Up to 2 guests

  • Room size (sqm)
  • Smoke detector
  • Bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Direct dial telephone

Family Room, Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms

Up to 2 guests

  • Minibar
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Hairdryer
  • 220V power supply
  • Toiletries
  • Bathrobes

Category scores

Location4.7
Sleep Quality4.6
Rooms4.6
Service4.7
Value4.7
Cleanliness4.6

Facilities

Facilities

  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Airport ShuttleFee
  • Babysitting serviceFee
  • Bellboy service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Car hireFee
  • Clothes dryer
  • Day-care centre
  • Electric kettle
  • Garden
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Gym
  • Hotel safe
  • Late Check-outFee
  • LaunderetteFee
  • Library
  • Lift access
  • Local and international callsFee
  • Luggage room
  • Medical serviceFee
  • Multilingual staff
  • Private beach area
  • Private pool
  • Room serviceFee
  • ShopFee
  • Sun terrace
  • SupermarketFee
  • Terrace
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Transfer serviceFee
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wi-fi

Catering

  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Café
  • Highchairs
  • Non-smoking area
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking area
  • Swim-up bar

Entertainment

  • Children playground
  • Children’s swimming area
  • Entertainment programme for adults
  • Entertainment programme for children
  • Game room
  • Indoor freshwater pool
  • Indoor heated pool
  • Kids’ club
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Parasols
  • Pub
  • Sun loungers
  • Theatre / auditorium
  • WaterSlides

Health

  • Beauty salonFee
  • Hairdressing salonFee
  • MassageFee
  • Sauna
  • Spa centreFee
  • Spa treatmentsFee
  • Steam bath
  • Turkish bath (hamam)

Sports

  • Aerobics
  • Banana boatingFee
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bocce
  • Catamaran sailingFee
  • Darts
  • Fitness
  • Jet skiFee
  • Motor board rideFee
  • Table tennis
  • Volleyball
  • WaterskiingFee

Things to keep in mind

  • Non-smoking establishment

Location

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