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Side Crown Charm Hotel
Side Old Town, Side
Boutique hotel steps from the temple of Apollo in Old Town — great for a cultural base.
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Side.
Roman ruins on the beach — a resort town built inside a 2,000-year-old city.
Side is small and unusual — a former Greek-Roman port where you walk past ancient temples on the way to dinner. The Old Town peninsula is pedestrianized and romantic. West Side and East Side have the large all-inclusive resorts.
At a glance
- Side Old Town — The pedestrianized Roman peninsula — temple columns at sunset, restaurants everywhere, harbor walks.
- West Side (Kumköy) — The long sandy beach strip west of Old Town — large 5-star all-inclusives.
- East Side (Sorgun) — Forested beach area east of the peninsula — quieter, upscale resorts.
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| Area | Best for | Price range | Vibe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Side Old Town | couples, first-timers | $80–$450 / night | Historic, romantic, walkable | Check |
| West Side (Kumköy) | families, all-inclusive | $180–$800 / night | Resort, family, all-inclusive | Check |
| East Side (Sorgun) | luxury, families | $200–$1200 / night | Upscale resort, peaceful | Check |
Neighborhood breakdown
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Side Old Town
The pedestrianized Roman peninsula — temple columns at sunset, restaurants everywhere, harbor walks.
Good for
- Walk to Roman ruins
- Picturesque harbor
- Best restaurants in the area
- Small, charming boutique hotels
Watch out
- No real resort pool scene
- Crowded with day-trippers
- Limited large-family hotels
Top hotels in Side Old Town
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Beach House Hotel
Side Old Town, Side
Long-running adults-only hotel in the heart of Old Town with a seafront terrace.
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West Side (Kumköy)
The long sandy beach strip west of Old Town — large 5-star all-inclusives.
Good for
- Great beach
- Walkable to Old Town in ~25 min or free shuttle
- Big family resorts
Watch out
- Less local feel
- Crowded in July–August
Top hotels in West Side (Kumköy)
Luxury
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Barut Hemera
West Side (Kumköy), Side
Adults-only Barut resort with excellent food, big pools, direct beach access — top-tier Turkish all-inclusive.
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Sueno Hotels Beach Side
West Side (Kumköy), Side
Huge family-friendly resort with waterpark, multiple restaurants, and long beach.
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East Side (Sorgun)
Forested beach area east of the peninsula — quieter, upscale resorts.
Good for
- Some of Turkey's best all-inclusives
- Pine-backed beaches
- Quieter and more green
Watch out
- Further from the Old Town walk
- Almost entirely resort-based
Top hotels in East Side (Sorgun)
Luxury
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Ali Bey Resort
East Side (Sorgun), Side
Legendary family all-inclusive with tennis academy and vast kids' programs.
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Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort
East Side (Sorgun), Side
Well-reviewed family resort with a long private beach and excellent buffet.
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Luxury
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Barut Hemera
West Side (Kumköy), Side
Adults-only Barut resort with excellent food, big pools, direct beach access — top-tier Turkish all-inclusive.
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Luxury
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Sueno Hotels Beach Side
West Side (Kumköy), Side
Huge family-friendly resort with waterpark, multiple restaurants, and long beach.
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Luxury
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Ali Bey Resort
East Side (Sorgun), Side
Legendary family all-inclusive with tennis academy and vast kids' programs.
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Luxury
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Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort
East Side (Sorgun), Side
Well-reviewed family resort with a long private beach and excellent buffet.
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Mid-range
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Side Crown Charm Hotel
Side Old Town, Side
Boutique hotel steps from the temple of Apollo in Old Town — great for a cultural base.
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Mid-range
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Beach House Hotel
Side Old Town, Side
Long-running adults-only hotel in the heart of Old Town with a seafront terrace.
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Experiences in Side
Skip-the-line tickets, food tours, day trips — book the big stuff before you arrive so it doesn't sell out.
Getting around Side
Pre-book your arrival. Public taxis at Turkish airports are a known tourist trap.
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FAQs
Should I stay in Side Old Town or a resort?
Old Town if you want to walk to dinner among Roman ruins. A resort if you want all-inclusive convenience. A smart combo: 2 nights boutique in Old Town, 4 nights in an East Side resort.
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