LIU Resorts

✨ Modern style with nature-inspired design throughout
🏖️ Beachfront setting just a short stroll from a sandy shore
🏊 Great pool scene with 3 pools, 2 aqua parks and heated options in spring
🍽️ Excellent food with gourmet Mediterranean and Italian-inspired dining
♻️ Certified sustainable hotel meeting GSTC-recognised standards
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

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

Child age: up to 12 years
Family-friendly resort with kids’ club, aqua parks and family rooms.

Set in the Side area of the Antalya coast, LIU Resorts places you within easy reach of golden sands and classical ruins. A short walk takes you to the wide, sandy beach, where a beach bar and evening music set the tone for relaxed nights by the sea.

Side itself is one of Turkey’s most atmospheric resorts, known for its ancient amphitheatre, Temple of Apollo and lively harbour. By day, explore the archaeological sites or browse for leather goods and jewellery; by night, head to the marina for sunset drinks and Turkish meze. LIU Resorts keeps you close enough to the action, yet in a calm spot that feels like a self-contained beach enclave.

• 250m from the nearest sandy beach
• 1.6km from the nearest external restaurant
• 17km from Side resort centre

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

Side, Antalya Area, Turkey

LIU Resorts really leans into its foodie credentials. The main Pelagos Restaurant delivers generous buffet spreads at breakfast, lunch and dinner with live cooking stations, a dedicated kids’ buffet and plenty of Mediterranean favourites. Down at the shore, Mare Restaurant serves relaxed beachside bites, ideal when you don’t want to stray too far from the sand.

In the evenings, book into one of the à la carte venues – Miu and Rouge – both Italian-inspired, with one on the terrace and another on the roof terrace for extra atmosphere. A smart dress code may apply and beachwear is usually not permitted at dinner.

You’re never far from a drink, either. Between the Aqua Bar, pool bars, lobby lounges, patisserie and beach bars, you can move seamlessly from morning coffee to sunset cocktails. Opening times, reservations and supplements can vary by season and board arrangement; check locally for the latest details.

Pool days are a major highlight here. You’ve got:

• 3 outdoor freshwater pools, including a stylish main pool and quieter zones
• 2 aqua parks with slides, inflatable ring slides, half pipe and aqua bowl features
• An adults-only heated outdoor pool during spring dates
• A heated outdoor pool and heated indoor pool across specific spring periods (weather dependent)

Sunbeds and parasols surround the pools, while a towel service keeps things simple. For families, the aqua parks are a huge hit, with slides generally operating from 10:00–17:00 between spring and late autumn (dates subject to change).

The sandy beach is just a short walk away (around 250m), with a beach bar and beach club area that really comes alive in the evenings. Expect gentle waves, plenty of loungers and that classic Antalya coast sunset.

Wellness is taken seriously at LIU Resorts. Head to the spa for a traditional Turkish bath, sauna and steam room session, then add a massage or beauty treatment for a full reset (treatments at extra cost; spa typically open 09:00–20:00, minimum ages apply). There’s also a heated indoor pool in the spa during the shoulder season.

The air-conditioned gym provides cardio machines, free weights and strength equipment, plus a stretching zone. Group activities include aerobics, aqua aerobics, pilates, yoga, football, table tennis and volleyball – ideal if you like to mix pool-time with something more active.

Around the resort you’ll also find a mini-market for essentials, and reception can help with pushchair or wheelchair hire (local charges apply).

Deluxe Room with Pool View
Sleeps: min 2, max 3 guests
Contemporary rooms overlooking the pool, with a balcony for that first coffee or last drink of the evening. Facilities include a flat screen TV, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, kettle, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, pillow menu and minibar (local charge may apply). Bathrooms feature a walk-in shower. Daily cleaning, linen and towel changes keep everything fresh.

Breeze Suite
Sleeps: min 2, max 3 guests
More space for couples or small families, the Breeze Suite adds a separate bath and shower in the bathroom plus ironing facilities and coffee-making facilities as standard. Expect a balcony, stylish lounge area feel and all the comforts of the Deluxe Rooms, including pillow menu and robes.

Deluxe Room with Swim Up
Sleeps: min 2, max 3 guests
Perfect if you like to be in and out of the water all day. These rooms open onto a terrace with direct access to a shared pool and come with sunbeds reserved for your use. Inside you’ll find a flat screen TV, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, coffee-making facilities, kettle, robes and slippers, pillow menu and minibar (local charge may apply), plus a bathroom with shower and efficient air-conditioning. Available in standard and single-parent-use configurations.

Deluxe Lagoon Room
Sleeps: min 2, max 3 guests
Similar in concept to the Swim Up rooms but located around lagoon-style shared pools, these rooms offer a terrace with loungers and water right at your feet. Ideal for lazy days and quick dips without leaving your own space. Facilities mirror the swim-up rooms.

Deluxe Rooms (Land View / Side Sea View)
Sleeps: min 2, max 3 guests
A great-value option with all the key comforts – balcony, sleek bathroom with shower, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, kettle, robes and slippers, pillow menu and minibar (local charge may apply). Views vary by category from tranquil land views to partial sea glimpses. Single-parent-use options are also available.

Family Room
Sleeps: min 1, max 4 guests
Designed with families in mind, these rooms combine extra space with child-friendly touches like a kettle, TV and ample storage. Facilities include a balcony, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, ironing board and iron, robes and slippers, pillow menu and minibar (local charge may apply), plus a bathroom with shower and daily housekeeping.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Room types and configurations can change by season; check at time of booking for your preferred option.

🎯 Daily daytime entertainment programme (May–Nov), including team sports and water-based activities
🎵 Daily evening entertainment in season, with live DJ sets, live music and mini-disco
🏃 Aerobics, aqua aerobics and fitness classes
🧘 Yoga and pilates sessions
⚽ Football, table tennis and volleyball
🌊 Aqua parks with slides, half pipe and aqua bowl (seasonal hours)

🛎️ 24-hour reception with concierge-style assistance
🧳 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
🧒 Children’s club (4–12 yrs), indoor play area and babysitting (on request, extra charge)
🛒 On-site mini-market for snacks, toys and holiday essentials
🚼 Pushchair and wheelchair hire available (local charges apply)
🩴 Pool towel service included
💻 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel, operating to GSTC-recognised standards

Side combines wide, family-friendly beaches with some of Turkey’s most impressive ancient ruins. Expect hot, dry summers and mild shoulder seasons, making LIU Resorts a strong choice from early spring through late autumn – especially with its heated pools and indoor spa pool during selected dates.

Language: Turkish
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
Time difference: GMT +2 hours in summer / +3 hours in winter
Average flight time from UK: around 4–5 hours
Resort transfer: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes by road from Antalya Airport (AYT)

*Resort facilities, entertainment and pool heating schedules can vary by season and occupancy and may change without notice. Local charges may apply for some services. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Turkey advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is LIU Resorts suitable for families?
Yes. LIU Resorts is very family-friendly, with family rooms, a children’s club (4–12 years), indoor play area, aqua parks with slides, kids’ buffet options in the main restaurant and a mini-disco in season. Child age is generally up to 12 years for pricing, but this can vary by airline and room type at the time of booking.

2. How close is LIU Resorts to the beach?
The hotel is approximately 250m from the nearest sandy beach. It’s an easy walk, and once there you’ll find sunbeds, parasols and a beach bar and beach club area operated by the hotel.

3. What is included in All Inclusive Plus at LIU Resorts?
The All Inclusive Plus programme typically includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, one complimentary à la carte dinner per 7-night stay (reservation required and subject to availability), snacks between meals for at least three hours per day, and selected international branded drinks available 24 hours a day. The minibar is usually stocked daily. Inclusions and timings can change, so always check the latest information at check-in.

4. Does LIU Resorts have heated pools?
Yes, LIU Resorts operates heated outdoor pools and a heated indoor pool during specific spring dates (typically March–April). Pool heating is weather dependent and cannot be guaranteed for the full period advertised, but it does make early-season stays more comfortable.

5. Are there facilities for teenagers and adults as well as kids?
Alongside the kids’ activities, adults and older teens can enjoy the gym, spa, fitness classes, team sports, table tennis, aqua parks and evening entertainment with live DJs and music. There is also an adults-only heated outdoor pool over certain dates, which creates a quieter space away from the main family areas.

6. Is Wi-Fi free at LIU Resorts?
Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout LIU Resorts, including guest rooms and most public areas, making it easy to stay connected or stream content on your own devices.

7. How far is LIU Resorts from Side centre and local attractions?
LIU Resorts is around 17km from Side resort centre, where you’ll find the ancient amphitheatre, Temple of Apollo, harbour and a wide choice of shops, bars and restaurants. Taxis and local buses are readily available, and reception can help arrange transport or excursions.

8. Does LIU Resorts offer spa treatments?
Yes. The on-site spa features a Turkish bath, sauna and steam room, along with a menu of massages and beauty treatments at an additional charge. Minimum ages apply for certain facilities and treatments, and opening hours are typically 09:00–20:00.

9. Is LIU Resorts a sustainable hotel?
LIU Resorts is recognised as a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning it meets a GSTC-recognised standard covering areas such as energy and water efficiency, waste and plastic reduction, and support for local culture and community. This makes it a strong choice if you’re looking to reduce the footprint of your holiday without compromising on comfort.