🇹🇷 Side, Turkey
Hulusi Hotel
📍 13, Kiremithane Sokak, Side, 07330
Your stay — Hulusi Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hulusi Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the higher floors (3rd floor and above) for minimal street noise, as the hotel is located on a relatively busy street in Side. Additionally, consider rooms on the north side of the hotel for a quieter atmosphere.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st and 2nd) due to potential street noise and the proximity to the service entrance. Rooms near the lift may also be noisier due to constant usage.
Best views
Dependent on room allocation, but rooms on the north side may offer views of the surrounding buildings and streets.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Kiremithane Sokak may be noticeable in lower-floor rooms, particularly near the service entrance. The lift may also generate some noise throughout the hotel.
Insider tips
Consider arriving early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, especially during peak season. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the beach by asking for a room with a short walking distance to the seafront, which can be a valuable perk.
- 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 — Hulusi Hotel
free in public areas, 50 Mbps speed; paid upgrade to 100 Mbps in rooms for 25 TRY/day
serves all floors, 1 set of stairs-only rooms on the top floor
digital PressReader, 2 Turkish and 2 international newspapers; historic building with original stone walls
24/7 check-in, early bag-drop from 10:00, late check-out until 12:00 (late check-out fee: 50% of one night's stay)
available 24/7, 5 TRY/bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entry at main entrance, 2 accessible rooms with roll-in showers
on-site parking 10 TRY/night, nearest public car park 1 km away 15 TRY/day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 100 TRY advance deposit + 200 TRY incidental card hold at check-in for stays under 3 nights; 200 TRY advance deposit for stays 3 nights or more
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Fatih Camii (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Hotel Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection — 504 m · ~6 min walk
Side Müzesi — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Amphi-Theatre (Seats) — 423 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
QNB — 73 m · ~1 min walk
Arya Eczanesi — 309 m · ~4 min walk
Tuan — 96 m · ~1 min walk
Side — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs at bank branches for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist-heavy spots that offer poor rates and hidden fees.
Major credit/debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops; contactless and mobile payments work in most modern terminals, but carry cash for small vendors and markets.
Round up taxi fares or add 5-10% in restaurants if service charge isn't included; tip hotel staff 10-20 Lira for porter or housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish coffee or çay at a local cafe — around 25-35 TRY.
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a lokanta — roughly 100-150 TRY.
A main dish of grilled meat or fish at a simple restaurant — about 150-250 TRY.
Side's main promenade and the harbour area have many small stalls and kiosks offering simit, gözleme, and fresh juice.
Migros, A101, and BİM are the common budget supermarket chains found in the area.
Side's weekly market (usually on Sundays) offers affordable clothing and accessories; also check local high-street shops near the bus station.
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 15-20 TRY per ride within Side; the cheapest airport transfer is the municipal bus (Havaş) to Antalya then a dolmuş, but most tourists share a shuttle or private transfer for around 250-400 TRY per person.
Drink tap water only if bottled — buy large 5-litre bottles from supermarkets rather than stalls. Shop at local markets for produce rather than tourist bazaars. Eat at lokantas away from the beachfront for much lower prices.
Good to know — Side
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.03 · TRY
Emergency Contacts
SideWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Side, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hulusi Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · QNB — 73 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Arya Eczanesi — 309 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Side bus station (Otogar) → Side town centre / hotel area
💡 This tourist tram runs along the seafront in summer only. Buy a token from the driver – no card. Get off at 'Kumköy' stop for the closest access to Sun King Apart.
Side town centre → Sun King Apart Hotel (nearby stop)
💡 Flag any dolmuş heading towards Kumköy or Çolaklı – they stop on the main road parallel to the coast. Pay with coins or small notes; no change given.
Antalya Airport (AYT) → Sun King Apart Hotel, Side
💡 Agree on the fare before getting in – official airport taxis have a fixed rate board, but drivers often try to negotiate up. Pay in Turkish Lira for better rates.
Antalya Airport (AYT) → Side bus station (Otogar)
💡 From Side otogar, take a local minibus (dolmuş) to the hotel – about 10 minutes and €0.50. The Havaş bus drops you right outside the airport arrivals hall.
About Side
Wikipedia ↗
Side (formerly Selimiye) is a city on the southern Mediterranean coast of Turkey. It includes the modern resort town and the ruins of the ancient city of Side, one of the best-known classical sites in the country. Modern Side is a neighbourhood of the municipality and district of Manavgat, Antalya P...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hulusi Hotel?
Request rooms on the higher floors (3rd floor and above) for minimal street noise, as the hotel is located on a relatively busy street in Side. Additionally, consider rooms on the north side of the hotel for a quieter atmosphere.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hulusi Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st and 2nd) due to potential street noise and the proximity to the service entrance. Rooms near the lift may also be noisier due to constant usage.
Is Hulusi Hotel noisy?
Street noise from Kiremithane Sokak may be noticeable in lower-floor rooms, particularly near the service entrance. The lift may also generate some noise throughout the hotel.
Which rooms have the best views at Hulusi Hotel?
Dependent on room allocation, but rooms on the north side may offer views of the surrounding buildings and streets.
What are insider tips for staying at Hulusi Hotel?
Consider arriving early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, especially during peak season. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the beach by asking for a room with a short walking distance to the seafront, which can be a valuable perk.
What time is check-in at Hulusi Hotel?
Check-in at Hulusi Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hulusi Hotel have Wi-Fi?
free in public areas, 50 Mbps speed; paid upgrade to 100 Mbps in rooms for 25 TRY/day
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hulusi Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hulusi Hotel?
A dürüm (wrap) or pide from a lokanta — roughly 100-150 TRY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hulusi Hotel?
Minibuses (dolmuş) cost around 15-20 TRY per ride within Side; the cheapest airport transfer is the municipal bus (Havaş) to Antalya then a dolmuş, but most tourists share a shuttle or private transfer for around 250-400 TRY per person.
Top Attractions in Side
💡 Skip the paid entry inside. The best free views are from the path behind the theatre near the harbour. Go late afternoon for golden light on the stone.
💡 Walk all the way to the western end near the Temple of Apollo for a quieter stretch. Come at sunset for the best light, but avoid the expensive harbourfront cafes—buy a drink from a shop on the main street instead.
💡 Bring a towel or mat; there's no shade. Go early morning (before 9am) for calm water and no crowds. The current can be strong, so swim near the rocks where it's sheltered.
💡 Bring your own water; the park's single kiosk overcharges. It's also a good spot for birdwatching—look for white storks on the aqueduct arches.
💡 Go on a Wednesday when it's less crowded. The bath's original heating channels are still visible in the floor of the first room.