Alba Queen Hotel

🏖️ Beachfront hotel with direct access to Side’s long, sandy shoreline
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families with kids’ club and bunk‑bed rooms
💦 Large outdoor pool with waterslides and children’s section
🎈 Children’s club (4–12yrs) with games, activities and mini‑disco
🛏️ Flexible family and deluxe family rooms with up to two bathrooms
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: All Inclusive

Rooms: 324 | Blocks: 5 | Floors: 5 | Lifts: 4

Child age guideline: up to 12 years (for child pricing; facilities may vary by age band)

Set in the Colakli area of Side on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, Alba Queen Hotel sits right on a broad, sandy beach backed by palm‑lined gardens. Just 300m away you’ll find local shops, bars and restaurants, while Side’s historic old town – with its harbour, Roman ruins and the famous Temple of Apollo – is around 8km away and easily reached by taxi or dolmuş (local minibus). It’s a great base for combining lazy beach days with culture and bargain hunting.

Beachfront: direct access
Nearest shops, bars & restaurants: approx. 300m
Side resort centre & harbour: approx. 8km

Approx. transfer time from airport: 1 hour 30 minutes (Antalya AYT)

Side, Antalya Area, Turkey

All Inclusive dining at Alba Queen Hotel revolves around a generous buffet restaurant and two speciality à la carte venues.

Main Buffet Restaurant
Enjoy buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner with a wide choice of Turkish and international dishes, live stations and a rotating theme selection. Highchairs are available for younger guests, and the restaurant is generally open from late March to mid‑November. Smart-casual dress is requested in the evenings (no beachwear; long trousers typically requested for gentlemen).

Asian à la Carte
A cosy à la carte restaurant serving Chinese and pan‑Asian flavours in the evening, usually open between late March and mid‑November, subject to occupancy. Ideal for a change of scene during your stay.

Fish à la Carte
Savour freshly prepared seafood and meze-style starters in this atmospheric restaurant, open for dinner on selected nights between late March and mid‑November (seasonal, weather and occupancy dependent).

Bars
You’ll find four main bars dotted around the resort:
– Lobby Bar – for coffees, pre‑dinner drinks and relaxed evenings (typically 10:00–00:00).
– Pool Bar – near the main pool, serving drinks and snacks through the day (seasonal).
– Beach Bar – right on the sand for laid-back drinks by the sea (usually 10:00–17:30; local drinks only, premium/fresh juices extra).
– Disco Bar – late‑night music and drinks, normally open 23:00–01:00 in season.

The All Inclusive package usually includes buffet meals, selected snacks for a minimum of 3 hours per day and local wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks available for at least 24 hours a day. One à la carte dinner per stay is normally included with reservation (subject to availability). Fresh juices, some imported spirits and certain items at the beach bar carry an extra charge. Seasonal opening dates and times can change.

Curious about what All Inclusive usually covers? What All Inclusive typically includes.

The heart of Alba Queen Hotel is its spacious outdoor pool complex, backed by sun terraces and just steps from the beach.

Outdoor Pools & Slides
– Large freshwater main pool with plenty of room for families
– Separate children’s section so little ones can splash safely
– Additional outdoor pool with colourful waterslides and a kids’ area, usually open between early April and early November
– Sunbathing areas with loungers and parasols around the pool decks

Indoor Pool
For cooler days and shoulder seasons, there’s an indoor freshwater pool with whirlpool, located next to the spa. It’s heated for part of the season (typically late March) and usually reserved for adults seeking a quieter swim.

Beach
Walk past the pools and gardens and you’re straight onto a gently shelving, sandy beach – perfect for paddling and building sandcastles. A beach bar keeps you refreshed during the day, and local providers often offer watersports along this stretch of coast (independent of the hotel, extra charges apply). Seasonal facilities, opening dates and times may vary.

Spa & Wellness
After a day in the sun, retreat to the on-site spa for classic Turkish pampering:
– Turkish bath (hammam), sauna and steam room
– Massage menu including traditional and international treatments*
– Beauty treatments and an on-site hairdresser*
The spa is typically open from late March to mid‑November, around 08:00–19:00 (times can vary).

Sports & Activities
Stay active with:
– Aerobics and aqua‑aerobics sessions
– Basketball and mini‑golf
– Darts, table tennis and tennis* (equipment or floodlights may be chargeable)

Entertainment
A small, friendly animation team runs a daytime programme from roughly late March to mid‑November, with poolside games and water‑based fun. Evenings bring family‑friendly entertainment such as live music, in‑house shows and mini‑disco for children. Schedules and frequency vary by season and occupancy.

Other Facilities
– 24‑hour reception and luggage storage
– Equipment hire including pushchairs* and wheelchairs*
– Certified sustainable hotel initiatives, helping reduce environmental impact
*Extra charges apply.

Standard Room with Bunk Beds, Land View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Ideal for families with younger children, these rooms offer a double or twin bed plus bunk beds. Expect a private balcony with land or garden views, and practical amenities including:
Flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, coffee and tea-making facilities, kettle, minibar*, safety deposit box*, hairdryer and a bathroom with bath and shower over. Daily cleaning included.

Family Room, Land View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Designed for families wanting a bit more space, family rooms offer separate sleeping areas or a more generous layout (configuration may vary). Facilities mirror the standard rooms, with balcony, Wi‑Fi, air-con, TV, coffee set-up, kettle, minibar*, safe*, hairdryer and bath with shower.

Superior Room, Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
These upgraded rooms enjoy sea views from the balcony and a slightly enhanced feel. You’ll have a double or twin beds, plus an extra bed where required, along with TV, Wi‑Fi, air-con, coffee and tea-making facilities, kettle, minibar*, safe*, hairdryer, and bath with shower.

Double or Twin Room, Side Sea View – Sole Use
Sleeps: 1
Perfect for solo travellers who like a partial sea view. Includes balcony, TV, Wi‑Fi, air-con, coffee and tea-making facilities, kettle, minibar*, safe*, hairdryer and bath with shower.

Double or Twin Room, Land View – Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 3
Flexible for solos or small parties who prefer a land‑view room. Same facilities as above, with balcony in most units.

Double or Twin Rooms (Land, Side Sea or Full Sea View)
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Classic hotel rooms with your choice of outlook, all featuring balcony (except some economy categories), TV, Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, coffee and tea-making facilities, kettle, minibar*, safe*, hairdryer and bathroom with bath and shower over.

Economy Double or Twin Room, Land View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
A value‑focused option with a similar layout and facilities to standard rooms, though without a balcony in some cases.

Deluxe Family Room, Land View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 5
Great for larger families, these rooms offer extra space and convenience with:
– Separate sleeping areas (layout can vary)
– Two bathrooms, each with bath and shower over
– Balcony, TV, Wi‑Fi, air-con, coffee and tea-making facilities, kettle, minibar*, safe* and hairdryer

Superior Room, Land View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
A little more room to spread out, these land‑view units combine style and practicality with balcony, TV, Wi‑Fi, air-con, coffee and tea-making facilities, kettle, minibar*, safe*, hairdryer and bath with shower.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.
*Local charges apply for items marked with an asterisk. Facilities and layouts can differ between rooms of the same category.

🎯 Aerobics and aqua‑aerobics sessions
🏀 Basketball and mini‑golf
🏓 Table tennis and tennis*
🎵 Frequent daytime activities including pool games and small team competitions (seasonal)
🌙 Evening entertainment with in‑house shows, live music and mini‑disco (seasonal)

Children (4–12yrs) can join the hotel-run kids’ club, with:
– Small team games and sports
– Water-based fun (weather and season permitting)
– Story time and craft-style activities
– Food-based sessions and mini‑disco in the evening

*Some activities and equipment may carry a local charge. Programme varies by season and occupancy.

🛎️ 24‑hour reception and luggage storage
👶 Pushchair* and wheelchair* hire (subject to availability)
🧴 Spa with Turkish bath, sauna, steam room and massages*
💇 On-site hairdresser* and beauty treatments*
🌐 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
🚼 Highchairs in the restaurant
♻️ Certified sustainable hotel practices

*Local charges apply for selected services. Opening times and availability vary across the season.

Local area & practicalities
Side blends family‑friendly beaches with one of Turkey’s most atmospheric ancient sites. Expect long, sandy shores, a pretty harbour and spectacular ruins, including the Temple of Apollo and an impressive Roman theatre.

– Destination: Side, Antalya Area, Turkey
– Flight time from UK: around 4–5 hours (non‑stop)
– Local time: GMT +2 hours (summer); GMT +3 hours (winter)
– Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
– Language: Turkish (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
– Beachfront setting; local bars, shops and eateries approx. 300m away
– Resort centre (Side Old Town): approx. 8km – easily reached by taxi or dolmuş

Hotel seasonal operations: many facilities, entertainment and some restaurants/bars operate from roughly late March to mid‑November and may reduce hours or close in low season or during poor weather. Details and services can change year on year.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Turkey advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Alba Queen Hotel directly on the beach?
Yes. Alba Queen Hotel enjoys a prime beachfront location in Side, so you can walk from the pool and gardens straight onto the sandy shoreline without needing transport.

2. Is Alba Queen Hotel good for families with children?
Very much so. The hotel offers bunk‑bed rooms and spacious family rooms, a children’s pool and slides, a kids’ club for ages 4–12, highchairs in the restaurant and family‑friendly entertainment, including mini‑disco in the evenings.

3. What does All Inclusive at Alba Queen Hotel usually include?
The All Inclusive programme typically covers buffet‑style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, at least one à la carte dinner per stay with reservation, snacks for a minimum of three hours per day, and a selection of local alcoholic and non‑alcoholic drinks for at least 24 hours daily. Fresh juices, some imported brands and certain items at the beach bar are usually extra and inclusions can change each season.

4. Does Alba Queen Hotel have indoor facilities for cooler days?
Yes. As well as its outdoor pools, the hotel has an indoor freshwater pool with whirlpool, located at the spa, which is heated for part of the season. There’s also a spa area with Turkish bath, sauna, steam room and treatment rooms (extra charges apply), making it a good choice outside peak summer.

5. How far is Alba Queen Hotel from Side resort centre?
Side’s old town and harbour are approximately 8km from Alba Queen Hotel. You can reach the centre in around 10–15 minutes by taxi or local dolmuş minibuses, which run regularly along the main road.

6. Is Wi‑Fi free at Alba Queen Hotel?
Yes, free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in most rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected during your stay.

7. Are there any extra charges I should be aware of?
While the All Inclusive package is extensive, some services carry a local charge, including spa treatments, some imported drinks, fresh juices, minibar items, safety deposit boxes, pushchair and wheelchair hire, and certain sports equipment or floodlighting. Details and pricing are confirmed locally and can change over time.