Kalia Beach Hotel Side

If it’s a quiet location then this is not the place for you! The GUA restaurant turns into a nightclub from 12:00 into the early hours every night. We stayed in our room for one night with little sleep. The hotel accommodated our request to move to quieter rooms which helped. Nowhere on the reviews did it mention this. We would not have booked if it had. Breakfast is Turkish .. if you don’t like eggs, salad, cheese and bread each day then there are various bars and restaurants nearby where you can purchase breakfast for £10. Food very fresh. We had dinner here one night and the food was delicious. Side is not cheap. It’s on par with Englands prices but with great weather and views. Most days at breakfast we were ignored by staff who chose to cater for other nationalities until we asked if we could be served. Some days we were waiting 20-25 minutes without being offered a glass of water. The restaurant is badly managed which is a shame as it’s such a stunning place. Good points: Bohemian feel to the place. It is basic but that’s what we like. It was clean, and we got extra pillows and blankets on request. It’s right on the beach. No pebbles, spotless with waiter service from GUA restaurant. Reception staff & all other staff absolutely lovely and very helpful. Manager very friendly and accommodating. Hotel is managed much better than the restaurant. Our AHU broke and the maintenance person fixed it the same day. Feedback. Showers not so good. They could do with replacing. Two free bottles of water each day which is a nice touch. It would be better if the cleaners could put these in the fridge so they are cold. We won’t be going back but if you like to party into the night then this is the place for you!!

I read previous reviews and I must admit that I was a bit dubious but I needn't have worried. The chalets were fine although they probably needed a bit updating in the bathrooms but very clean throughout. All of the staff went over and above to ensure we had everything we wanted. We visited a number of restaurants for lunch and dinner but found the food in the hotel restaurant probably the best And we received 10% discount due to staying in the hotel. The location couldn't have been better, next to the beach with a number of restaurants and bars along the promenade and we enjoyed walks down to the old town along the promenade which took about 20 mins.

Melikie is the best! I like her so much — she is the main reason to visit this hotel! Amazing food, good cocktails, great places, dances is amazing Will visit this hotel next year if Melikie will still work here ❤️❤️ Like this place so much — best vacation ever

Although we had an excellent holiday with many positives, we will not be returning to this hotel. Fantastic location, walking distance to the old town which is beautiful, many options for local fresh cuisine and cocktail bars (UK prices generally). The beach was excellent, very clean, clear warm waters. The beach staff were excellent, couldn't fault them and the beach food menu was of excellent quality. Breakfast at the hotel was excellent, very fresh and healthy. Service at breakfast was slow but staff were happy to help. The room was very clean and freshly prepared each day. Bathroom was sufficient but shower was of a low quality. The hotel itself is attached the hotel restaurant which doubles as a nightclub. We were told when we checked in that music would end at 1am (we were ok with this), the music went on until 3/4am every night of our 10 night holiday. The music was so loud, we could hear every word clearly from our bed. We requested to move multiple times at reception but they said nothing could be done. No alternative solution was provided and frankly, they didn't really care, so we left our holiday feeling more tired than when we arrived! Despite the positives and although we will likely return to Side, we will NOT be returning to this hotel and would NOT recommend to others.

I was very disappointed and felt many of the reviews were different to how I found it, and I would not have gone somewhere else had I not prepaid. If cutting back on the nightly spend on accomodation is a major consideration then this hotel is adequate, but there are many nearby hotels where spending a little more would have resulted in a more enjoyable and memorable stay. The rooms are a good size but basic, and the bathroom needed refurbishment; it is close to a not so great beach; there is a lot of noise late into the night from nearby establishments; the smell of the adjoining restaurant’s exhaust fan is ever present (some rooms are only metres from the outlet); bedding does not include a doona - just a thin woven cotton sheet that is not warm enough for the cool nights; breakfast is provided by the adjoining restaurant and after a long wait gets brought to your table (no choice of food) and juice or anything extra is not included. The reception staff were excellent though.

Easily one of the best places I’ve ever stayed. Great location, high quality and relaxed modern decoration. Staff go above and beyond to accommodate your needs. Good for couples or Family also. Bar and restaurants on site, also High quality. Would recommend I think you will struggle to find a better value and quality place to stay in side 👍