Daydream35459275601
01-01-1970 02:00
Amazing Stay at Antique Roman Palace – Felt Like Home!. My friend and I stayed at Antique Roman Palace for 7 days to celebrate the end of the summer exams at our University in Denmark, and we absolutely loved it! Our original plan was to explore different restaurants around Alanya for dinner, but after tasting the hotel’s food, we ended up eating almost every single meal there (except for one quick street food outing). The food was fantastic — fresh, flavorful, and with plenty of variety. As all-inclusive guests, we were truly spoiled, and we have to give big kudos to the kitchen staff and chefs!
On two occasions, the hotel even served traditional Turkish cuisine, likely because a large group of Turkish guests had arrived — and wow, it was delicious. Those were some of our favorite meals of the trip.
Our room was clean, modern, and well-equipped with a smart TV and fully functioning AC. After our first night, we asked to change rooms as we had been given a room with one double bed. The staff quickly upgraded us to a room on the 4th floor with a spectacular view of the Mediterranean and Alanya city center. It was stunning!
A special shout-out to Ahmet at the reception — always friendly, helpful, and ready to assist with even the smallest requests. He made a real difference.
Yes, there is a bit of noise from neighboring hotels' entertainment programs in the evening, but it usually stops around 11 PM. For us, it just added to the holiday vibes — good music and atmosphere. The hotel’s own entertainment was also very enjoyable. One evening featured a violinist, while other nights had two amazing singers. One night, a few of the guests even arranged their own impromptu Turkish music session — and it fit the setting perfectly.
The bar was great too. While the selection of included alcohol isn’t top-shelf, you can pay extra for premium brands. Still, the cocktails that bartender Ömer made were excellent — and his warm hospitality made us feel like we were at our favorite bar back home. He always had a drink and a friendly chat ready — sometimes even a cigarette if you needed one.
The restaurant, bar, and pool staff were generally fast, friendly, and attentive — quickly clearing plates and making sure no one waited too long.
The only downside was on our first day. We visited the gym area and were approached by a man who aggressively tried to push us into booking a massage right away, even though we had just arrived and were just looking around. It seemed like he was renting the space privately and wasn’t actual hotel staff. Luckily, we didn’t see him again after that — and everything else about our stay was perfect.
We truly felt at home here. So much so that we’re already thinking about coming back for a week or more in August. Highly recommend!. .
78raivisd
01-01-1970 02:00
Disappointing stay — the hotel didn’t match its description, and we wouldn’t return.. 🛏️ Room
The rooms are very compact, and it was evident that the last renovation was done about 10 years ago. However, both the rooms and the common areas were clean and well-maintained.
🍽️ Food
The food was mediocre — repetitive and lacked flavor. The snack bar offered low-quality items, and whenever multiple snacks were ordered, some were consistently forgotten with the excuse that the bar was about to close. Drinks at the main bar were decent, depending heavily on the bartender.
🧑🤝🧑 Staff
The staff was polite, but the overall service level was low. Their main focus seemed to be clearing tables as quickly as possible rather than offering friendly, attentive service.
🎭 Entertainment
Although the hotel advertises evening shows and a disco (since it brands itself as 16+), there were no shows during our entire 8-night stay. When we asked about the disco, we were told the space was “under renovation.” No daytime activities were offered either.
🌊 Location
The only real highlight was the location — the beach is directly across the street, and non-alcoholic drinks were available at the beach bar.
💬 Summary
Unfortunately, the hotel did not match its description, and we will not be returning. Not recommended for guests seeking entertainment, variety in food, or a lively atmosphere. Based on our experience, the hotel is more suited for a 60+ audience than for active adults.. .
janice987
01-01-1970 02:00
Lovely hotel,but. . The hotel is small but very clean . A minority of staff are attentive, and special thanks go to Isa, who made our stay a bit more comfortable. Food is OK, lukewarm. Not much choice, more catered for the Russians, which the hotel was full off. Management only seemed to speak to them. ?. Snack bar was only ever good on a Monday when the lady was cooking. Other times, it was burnt to a crisp. Ice creams are only available from 3 p.m., and we had to ask for the freezer to be unlocked.
The hotel is next to a family hotel, very noisy. Their entertainment was very loud. We had a singer and a violinist. You could not hear the violinist as she was drowned out by next-door entertainment.
You had a choice of cocktails, but they differed every night, depending on who made them.
Bedrooms are small with a small balcony.
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hald289
01-01-1970 02:00
👎. The hotel is very nice and clean but apart from that my experience was very poor.
The 24 hour outside bar served warm wine and very poor cocktails and has many periods where it is understaffed of isn’t staffed at all.
The food at the snack bar was either not cooked, over cooked or completely different to what I ordered and they were constantly running out of different food and drinks for days. Ice creams are unavailable till 3pm and only available for a few hours and they won’t unlock the freezer before.
The pool bar wasn’t open once. The restaurant served pretty much the same average food everyday. The A la carte was average. The evening entertainment was every other day but could hardly hear it as the hotel entertainment next door is very loud.
The beach bar? There isn’t one but there is 1 guy who would walk around occasionally offering only beer and the sun loungers are old, ripped or broken.
That being said there is one guy that starts at 9pm called Semih who is amazing at his job and very well experienced who would go above and beyond to help, give me amazing cocktails which some of them not being on the menu and the manager told him off for doing this.
The staff are all very nice and polite but need training and the young male manager sadly needs sacking. This place has so much potential.
Very disappointed for the money I spent.. .
Ilker
01-01-1970 02:00
. Perfect. .
Fatmanur
01-01-1970 02:00
Gitmeyin! . Kesinlikle 3 yıldızı bile zor alır. Yemekler içkiler kötüydü ve hastanelik olduk. Tek güzel yanı personel ilgiliydi yalnızca o kadar. . .
helene876
01-01-1970 02:00
Nice enough hotel . We came here for a cheap hotel in an adult only hotel.Our room was small but adequate with good air con and great shower. The food was varied and of good quality on the whole. The hotel was nice,clean and tidy. Staff very impersonal to be honest..night entertainment very limited..snacks and ice cream are excellent .There is a ɓeach over the road and the guys are very helpful in getting you a sunbed which are free as is the drinks for the hotel customers. Alot of the beds are ɓroken so they need to address this. Even in October the sea was lovely and warm unlike the freezing cold pool which took your breath away!! Always able to get a sunbed though . .
348henrikp
01-01-1970 02:00
Great hotel, adults only without sound isolated rooms?. Very nice hotel, good food, pleasant staff. But for being an adult only hotel, I think they should isolate the rooms more. The whole hallway must’ve heard us at night, which is probably unpleasant for other guests visiting and not wanting to hear others making love.. .
davidlH8036EV
01-01-1970 02:00
Alanya Sept 2024 holiday. Location - 2.5 hour transfer from airport but ideal for beach. Over an hours walk to the harbour, no shuttle bus.
Note if you book a shuttle transfer back to the airport it is your responsibility to get back to the airport on time even though the shuttle service determine your transfer back time.
Food - Generally acceptable, wide and varied selection for a small hotel but being buffet style some foods were at times lukewarm. We arrived around 1am - soup was available. Restaurant for dinner closes at 20.30 and you’re asked to leave by 20.45 so most people are eating at 19.00.
Drink - Local brands only but more than satisfactory standard and options . There are around a dozen choices of cocktails . Beer and soft drinks free on beach. 24 hour bar but not abused by clientele. The bar is outside.
Beach - Directly opposite hotel after crossing a busy main road. Be careful , much of the traffic does not give way. Once you reach the otherside the pavement is wide but the first lane is a cycle lane and if you don’t look one may hit you. Free sun beds. Beach is sand and shale. Sea temperature in late September was warm, no sea shoes required. Red flag most days but plenty of people swimming in designated area until around 6pm.
Entertainment - Very little both day and night. A couple of bars nearby with live music . No information posted about entertainment, excursions etc
Rooms- Clean and a suitable size , all have a very small balcony, 2 chairs but no table or room for one. Sea view only likely to be seen from front facing third and fourth floor rooms.
Excursions- Plenty of agents in surrounding streets - excursions are limited but offer good value.
Other - Very clean throughout , staff friendly , adult only hotel .
Pool in shade most of the day so little used as water quite cold.
Weather - Late September- mid Oct - 30 degrees in day , mid twenties in the evening. No mosquitoe bites !
Overall probably a 3.5-4 star hotel rather than 5 star but this is reflected in the price and we considered it excellent value for the money we paid.. .
stevehV4834TC
01-01-1970 02:00
Relaxing holiday. We chose this hotel because it is all inclusive and adult only. Rooms are ok the staffs are friendly. We would appreciate a better food labelling . It could be some non smoking areas outside . The noise from chasing hotel was annoying. We would recommend this hotel to other people.. .