Side combines history and a beach holiday, with its ancient city on a small peninsula and miles of sandy beach on either side.
Side combines history and a beach holiday, with its ancient city on a small peninsula and miles of sandy beach on either side. Sunset at the Temple of Apollo and the ancient theatre make it one of the most distinctive resorts on the Mediterranean.
Hotels and all-inclusive resorts dominate in Side, and the sandy, shallow beaches make the area great for families with children. There are small boutique hotels inside the ancient town and aparthotels around it. We also cover Side in our family guide Family Resorts on Turkey’s Mediterranean: Alanya, Side, Kemer and Ölüdeniz.
The swimming season runs from late April to the end of October; June and September are the most balanced months. July and August are the hottest and busiest. Spring and autumn are more pleasant for exploring the ancient sites.
The nearest major airport is Antalya, with Gazipaşa-Alanya another option. For a private transfer to your hotel, see Antalya Airport to Side transfer and Gazipasa-Alanya Airport to Side transfer. Dolmuş minibuses and taxis link the resorts with the old town.
With sandy, shallow beaches and resorts with kids’ clubs, Side is an ideal choice for families. Sunset walks in the ancient town attract couples, and all-inclusive resorts suit those who want an easy holiday at the hotel. For a quieter, greener setting choose Sorgun; to walk to the old town, choose Side centre or Kumköy.
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The cheapest time to stay in Side over the coming months is January, at an average of £186 per night. Prices peak in December (£527). 5-star hotels average £433 per night.
| Month | All hotels | 5-star | 4-star |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | £368.66 | £539.24 | £188.20 |
| December 2026 | £527.25 | £841.23 | — |
| January 2027 | £186.16 | £248.42 | — |
| February 2027 | £188.51 | £255.27 | — |
| March 2027 | £281.47 | £342.46 | £225.89 |
| April 2027 | £277.70 | £374.05 | £183.45 |
Average lowest nightly price for 2 adults, based on current availability, updated twice a month.
In November, hotels in Side average £369 per night, from £22 (2 adults, 1 night).
Over the coming months, January is the cheapest, at an average of £186 per night.
5-star hotels in Side average £433 per night over the coming months.
