Your stay — Side Coast Hotel
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The Property — Side Coast Hotel
The Side Coast Hotel is a reliable three-star property set back from the beach promenade in Manavgat. Its lobby feels functional rather than flashy: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a seating area where guests flick through tourist pamphlets. The USPs are straightforward — a clean pool, buffet meals, and rooms with air conditioning and minibars. It suits couples and families who want an affordable base near Side’s ruins without fuss.
Chronicles of Manavgat
Manavgat was founded in the Hellenistic period, but its real growth came after the 1960s when the nearby Manavgat Dam and hydroelectric plant spurred infrastructure. The old town centre still has Ottoman-era wooden houses, while high-rise hotels line the coast toward Side. Modern Manavgat is a market town and transport hub for the Antalya region, known for its weekly Saturday bazaar and its riverfront fish restaurants. Its cultural identity is a mix of conservative inland life and tourism-driven seaside development.
Best Time to Visit
Full Manavgat guide →Best months
June and September: June offers long days and sea temperatures around 24°C without July’s full heat; September cools slightly but still gets 24–28°C, and crowds thin after mid-month.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are absolute peak, driven by school holidays across Europe and Russia. Hotel prices double or triple compared to May. The Side International Culture and Art Festival (late July–August) brings extra visitors, though Manavgat itself isn’t a festival hub.
Budget shoulder season
Late September to mid-October: daytime highs drop to 26–28°C, rooms drop 30-40% from August rates, and the sea stays warm through October. Fewer families; quieter ruins.
Weather & packing
Manavgat has a Mediterranean climate with very dry summers — July averages 34°C but feels hotter by the coast due to humidity. Pack light cotton clothes, at least two swimsuits, and a thin cardigan for strong evening air conditioning.
Live City Briefing — Manavgat
- Manavgat’s main bridge over the Manavgat River is under partial construction until late 2026, causing delays on the D400 highway between Antalya and Alanya on weekends.
- A new pedestrianised seafront walkway opened from Side’s ancient theatre to the harbour in May 2026, improving access to the beach near the Side Coast Hotel.
- The Saturday bazaar (Manavgat Pazarı) now operates a dedicated car park near the river to handle summer crowds; expect heavy traffic around midday.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Side Coast Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd floor or above, facing the rear garden or pool, away from the main road. These floors get less foot traffic and are above any street-level noise from Manavgat's main avenue.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor. They're directly above the lobby and restaurant, with sound from breakfast setup (starts around 7am) and evening bar. Also avoid rooms at the front of the hotel, directly overlooking the main road.
Best views
Rooms on the south or east side offer distant views of the Taurus Mountains, rather than the car park or neighbouring buildings. Side-facing rooms get afternoon sun and sea glimpses on clear days.
Quietest floors
3rd to 5th floors. Higher floors escape street noise and are above the lift mechanism hum on the top floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Manavgat's main street carries traffic from 6am to midnight, with delivery lorries for the nearby market. The hotel's bar sometimes plays Turkish pop until 11pm, audible on the 2nd floor front rooms. Early morning calls to prayer from the mosque 300m away can be heard on all floors (earplugs essential).
Insider tips
1. Park in the hotel's rear car park (free) – front spaces get taken by 9am. 2. If you need quiet, book directly and ask for a 'mountain-side room' – they're on the back and face empty land. 3. The lift works, but stairs on the side entrance let you bypass the lobby noise entirely.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Side Coast Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout, standard speed (approx. 10 Mbps download); requires room number and surname login.
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers; a small rack of local Turkish papers for sale in the lobby.
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop allowed at reception without charge. Late check-out until 12:00 costs 25 TL if available.
Free baggage storage at reception on day of check-out; no secure lockers.
Step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or grab rails in bathrooms. Ground-floor rooms available on request.
Free on-site parking for 15 cars, first-come, first-served. Nearest public car park (Side Belediye Otoparkı) 200 m away, 10 TL per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full pre-payment required at booking; a credit card hold of 50 TRY for incidentals on arrival.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Camii (556 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Stone Center — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Amphitheatre Kamelya Collection — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Water Slides — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Güney Eczanesi — 865 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange bureaux which give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; smaller stalls and taxis prefer cash.
Round up the bill or leave 10% in restaurants; small change for taxi drivers and 20-50 TRY for hotel staff for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish tea or filter coffee from a local çay bahçesi (tea garden) — about 15-25 TRY.
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a street-side lokanta — around 60-80 TRY.
A grilled köfte or tavuk şiş main course at a simple ocakbaşı — about 100-120 TRY.
The market area near the Manavgat otogar (bus station) has cheap gözleme, simit, and fresh fruit stalls.
A101, BİM, and Şok are the main budget supermarket chains here; good for basics, water, and snacks.
Manavgat's weekly market (every Saturday) has affordable clothing and textiles; local shops along the main street also sell basics.
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost about 7-10 TRY per ride within town; from Antalya Airport take the Havaş shuttle to Manavgat (around 100-120 TRY).
Eat at lokantas frequented by locals, not riverside tourist traps; buy water and basics from A101/BİM rather than mini-markets; haggle firmly but politely at the weekly Saturday market.
Good to know — Manavgat
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.19 · TRY
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Manavgat, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Side Coast Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Güney Eczanesi — 865 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Manavgat bus station → Defne Hotel (along side road)
💡 Flag down any dolmuş with 'Side' on the front — they all pass Defne. Pay the driver directly; exact change helps.
Defne Hotel → Manavgat Waterfall (local attraction)
💡 Cheaper than the hotel's concierge booking. Ask the driver to wait 20 minutes while you visit the falls — they'll charge half the return fare.
Antalya Airport (AYT) → Defne Hotel, Manavgat
💡 Agree on the fare before you get in; airport taxis charge about €50–€60 one way. Pre-book with a local firm like Manavgat Taxi for €45 flat rate.
Antalya Airport (AYT) bus stop at arrivals → Manavgat bus station (otogar)
💡 Get off at the Manavgat stop, not Side — then take a local dolmuş (minibus, €0.50) to Defne Hotel. The shuttle doesn't run late; last one leaves around 22:00.
About Manavgat
Wikipedia ↗
Manavgat is a municipality and district of Antalya Province, Turkey. Its area is 2,351 km2, and its population is 252,941 (2022). It is 75 km (47 mi) from the city of Antalya. The Manavgat River has a waterfall near the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Side Coast Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd floor or above, facing the rear garden or pool, away from the main road. These floors get less foot traffic and are above any street-level noise from Manavgat's main avenue.
Which rooms should I avoid at Side Coast Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor. They're directly above the lobby and restaurant, with sound from breakfast setup (starts around 7am) and evening bar. Also avoid rooms at the front of the hotel, directly overlooking the main road.
Is Side Coast Hotel noisy?
Manavgat's main street carries traffic from 6am to midnight, with delivery lorries for the nearby market. The hotel's bar sometimes plays Turkish pop until 11pm, audible on the 2nd floor front rooms. Early morning calls to prayer from the mosque 300m away can be heard on all floors (earplugs essential).
Which rooms have the best views at Side Coast Hotel?
Rooms on the south or east side offer distant views of the Taurus Mountains, rather than the car park or neighbouring buildings. Side-facing rooms get afternoon sun and sea glimpses on clear days.
What are insider tips for staying at Side Coast Hotel?
1. Park in the hotel's rear car park (free) – front spaces get taken by 9am. 2. If you need quiet, book directly and ask for a 'mountain-side room' – they're on the back and face empty land. 3. The lift works, but stairs on the side entrance let you bypass the lobby noise entirely.
What time is check-in at Side Coast Hotel?
Check-in at Side Coast Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Side Coast Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, standard speed (approx. 10 Mbps download); requires room number and surname login.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Side Coast Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Side Coast Hotel?
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a street-side lokanta — around 60-80 TRY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Side Coast Hotel?
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost about 7-10 TRY per ride within town; from Antalya Airport take the Havaş shuttle to Manavgat (around 100-120 TRY).
When is the best time to visit Manavgat?
June and September: June offers long days and sea temperatures around 24°C without July’s full heat; September cools slightly but still gets 24–28°C, and crowds thin after mid-month.
Top Attractions in Manavgat
💡 Best in early morning when the river is quiet and herons feed along the edge. Free public Wi-Fi near the clock tower.
💡 Go early (around 08:00) to avoid the crowds and haggle harder near closing time when vendors are keen to sell.
💡 Bring mosquito repellent in summer. The on-site tea garden sells cheap cay and gözleme.
💡 Combine a visit with a walk along the harbour for sunset; the ruins look dramatic in low light.
💡 Skip the overpriced cafe by the entrance; buy simit and water from the bakery on the main road heading out of town.