Alba Royal Hotel

👥 Adults-only resort (16+) for peaceful escapes
🏖️ Directly on a private sandy beach in Side
😌 Relaxed pool area plus indoor pool for cooler days
💆 Full-service spa with Turkish bath, sauna and whirlpool*
🍽️ All Inclusive with buffet and à la carte dining options
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

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

Minimum guest age: 16 years (adults-only)

Hotel layout: 3 blocks | 5 floors | 3 lifts | 224 rooms

Set along the golden coastline of the Antalya Area, Alba Royal Hotel enjoys a prime beachfront position in the Side region. Days here are all about the sea – you can step straight out from the gardens onto the hotel’s sandy beach area, or wander 500m to local shops and bars in the nearby district.

When you’re ready to explore, Side’s atmospheric old town and harbour, Roman amphitheatre and the Temple of Apollo are around 10km away, reachable by local dolmus or taxi. It’s a great base if you like to combine beach time, historic ruins and evenings in local restaurants and bars along the waterfront.

• Beach: beachfront, direct access
• Nearest shops and bars: approx. 500m
• Side resort centre: approx. 10km

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

Side, Antalya Area, Turkey

You’ll be well fed at Alba Royal Hotel, with a varied All Inclusive programme and a good choice of venues:

• Alatau Main Restaurant – buffet restaurant for breakfast, dinner and snacks, with plenty of international and Turkish dishes.
• Taurus Main Restaurant – buffet restaurant for lunch, ideal if you don’t want to move far from the pool or beach.
• Amadeus A La Carte Restaurant – evening à la carte dining with an international feel.
• Cuban A La Carte Restaurant – à la carte dinners with a relaxed, contemporary style.
• Efendy A La Carte Restaurant – Turkish à la carte restaurant showcasing local flavours and meze-style starters.

Bars include:

• Angora Lounge Bar – evening lounge bar, perfect for pre-dinner or late-night drinks.
• Disco Bar – open late with music and dancing on selected nights.
• Escape Beach Bar – right by the sand for daytime refreshments (spirits may not be available here).
• Nakita Lobby Bar – lobby bar serving drinks from morning until midnight.
• Pool Bar – relaxed spot for drinks and poolside cocktails.

The All Inclusive package typically covers buffet meals, snacks and a broad selection of local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks 24 hours a day, plus one à la carte dinner per stay (reservation required, subject to availability). A smart-casual dress code applies in the main and à la carte restaurants (no beachwear; long trousers requested for gentlemen). Opening days and times can be seasonal and subject to change.

What All Inclusive typically includes.

There’s a classic resort-style pool scene here, backed by sea views and palm-dotted gardens:

• Outdoor freshwater pool with surrounding sun terrace, loungers and parasols – ideal for lazy days and poolside cocktails.
• Indoor freshwater pool in the spa centre, heated during cooler periods (typically mid-March to mid-April; weather-dependent).
• Free pool towels so you can travel lighter.

Just beyond the pool area, you’ll find the hotel’s private sandy beach area with sunbeds and parasols – perfect for morning dips in the Med, sunset strolls or simply unwinding to the sound of the waves.

The spa and leisure offering at Alba Royal Hotel is designed for proper downtime:

• Spa centre with sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, whirlpool, and an indoor pool (heated at certain times).
• Massages and beauty treatments* plus an on-site hairdresser* for a holiday refresh.
• Gym (approx. 07:00–19:00, seasonal dates) for keeping up your fitness routine.

Other useful facilities and services include:

• 24-hour reception and luggage storage.
• Equipment for hire, including wheelchairs and pushchairs* (handy if you’re travelling with older relatives or friends).

Facilities and opening hours may vary by season and occupancy; some services incur an additional charge, marked with *.

Double or Twin Room with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3 adults
Bright rooms with a balcony and views out to the Mediterranean. Amenities typically include: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, air conditioning, mini-bar* (stocked on request), kettle and coffee-making facilities, hairdryer and a bathroom with bath or shower. Daily cleaning service.

Superior Double or Twin Room with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3 adults
More indulgent sea-view rooms with similar amenities to the standard Sea View, but with a whirlpool bath in the bathroom for added relaxation.

Double or Twin Room with Side Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3 adults
As per the standard Double or Twin, with a side sea view from the balcony – a good balance of outlook and value.

Economy Double or Twin Room with Land View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3 adults
Comfortable rooms with a land-facing balcony. A great-value option with all the core amenities: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, air conditioning, mini-bar*, kettle and coffee-making facilities, hairdryer and bathroom with bath or shower.

Double or Twin Room with Land View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3 adults
Standard land-view rooms with the same facilities as the Economy rooms but in different locations within the hotel.

Double or Twin Room with Land View for Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1 adult
Perfect for solo travellers wanting their own space, with all standard facilities plus a private balcony.

Superior Double or Twin Room with Land View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3 adults
Upgraded land-view rooms with a whirlpool bath in the bathroom, plus the full list of in-room comforts and a balcony.

Room amenities across categories generally include: flat-screen television, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, balcony, coffee-making facilities, kettle, hairdryer, mini bar*, air conditioning and daily room cleaning.

*Local charges apply for items marked with an asterisk.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎯 Daily daytime entertainment (seasonal), often including water-based activities
🎵 Evening entertainment programme with live music, in-house shows and DJ sets (seasonal)
💪 Use of the on-site gym (07:00–19:00, seasonal)

Programmes are typically split between spring (mid-March to end of May) and the main summer season (June to end of September), and can change depending on occupancy and weather.

🛎️ 24-hour reception and luggage storage
♿ Equipment hire, including wheelchair and pushchair rental*
🧴 Spa, beauty salon and hairdresser services*
🌐 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
🧼 Daily housekeeping and towel service
🏖️ Beach and pool towels available

Services marked with * carry an additional local charge, payable at the hotel.

Side is one of Turkey’s most atmospheric coastal resorts, combining long sandy beaches with impressive ancient ruins and a lively marina. Expect warm summers, mild shoulder seasons and around a 5-hour flight from the UK to Antalya.

• Destination: Side, Antalya Area, Turkey
• Language: Turkish (English widely understood in tourist areas)
• Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
• Time difference: GMT +2 in summer / GMT +3 in winter
• Average UK–Antalya flight time: approx. 4.5–5 hours

Hotel facilities and entertainment are generally geared towards the busier months (roughly mid‑March to late October) and may be scaled back in low season or in line with occupancy. Some images may show high-season facilities.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Alba Royal Hotel adults-only?
Yes. Alba Royal Hotel is an adults-only property with a minimum age of 16 years. This helps keep the atmosphere peaceful and is especially suited to couples and groups of friends wanting a child-free environment.

2. How far is Alba Royal Hotel from the beach?
The hotel is directly on the beachfront in the Side area, with its own private sandy beach section just steps from the pool and gardens. Sunbeds and parasols are typically provided for guests along this stretch of coast.

3. What is included in All Inclusive at Alba Royal Hotel?
The All Inclusive programme usually features buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, one à la carte dinner per stay (reservation required and subject to availability), snacks between meals for a minimum of three hours per day, and local wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, hot drinks and soft drinks available 24 hours a day. Some premium brands and the beach bar spirits may be excluded or incur a supplement.

4. How far is Alba Royal Hotel from Side resort centre and Antalya Airport?
Alba Royal Hotel is about 10km from Side’s resort centre and harbour area. Antalya Airport (AYT) is roughly 1 hour 30 minutes away by road, depending on traffic and whether your transfer makes additional hotel stops along the route.

5. Does Alba Royal Hotel have a spa and indoor pool?
Yes. The spa area includes an indoor freshwater pool (heated for part of the season, weather permitting), Turkish bath, sauna, steam room and whirlpool, along with a menu of massages and beauty treatments plus a hairdresser. Most spa and salon services carry an extra local charge.

6. Is there Wi‑Fi at Alba Royal Hotel?
Free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in guest rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected, stream or share your holiday photos with ease.

7. What kind of entertainment is available?
In high season, Alba Royal Hotel normally runs daily daytime activities, often including water-based fun, plus evening entertainment with in-house shows, live music and DJ nights. The programme is lighter in the shoulder seasons and may vary according to occupancy.

8. Which room type should I choose at Alba Royal Hotel?
If sea views are a priority, opt for a Double or Twin Room with Sea View or Side Sea View. For added indulgence, Superior rooms offer a whirlpool bath. Economy and Land View rooms provide the same core amenities at a more budget-friendly price, while Land View rooms for Sole Use are ideal for solo travellers.

9. Is Alba Royal Hotel suitable if I have limited mobility?
The hotel has lifts and generally flat outdoor areas, and wheelchairs can be hired on request for an additional charge. However, accessibility can vary by room block and the beachfront setting, so we recommend discussing your specific mobility needs with a Travelisto specialist before booking.