Arum Barut Collection - Ultra All Inclusive

Our stay at the Arum Barut Collection was exceptional in every way. The room was perfect, with comfortable beds, stylish decor, and luxurious amenities. The cleanliness and attention to detail were impressive, making us feel right at home. We highly recommend trying the room service for a gourmet experience on your balcony. The dining options were outstanding, with a variety of culinary delights that satisfied every craving. We particularly enjoyed the Turkish night, where around 200 different dishes were prepared—an unforgettable feast. The bars offered exquisite cocktails, and the breakfast buffet was rich and diverse. The staff at the hotel were incredible, always friendly, helpful, and professional. They responded promptly to our questions and requests, ensuring a seamless experience. Even minor complaints were handled swiftly and efficiently, making us feel valued and cared for. The pool area was a paradise with multiple pools, plenty of comfortable loungers, and excellent amenities. The pool bar and the entertainment activities added to the enjoyment, creating a relaxing yet vibrant atmosphere. The beach was stunning, with fine sand and clear water. The jetty provided a fantastic spot to enjoy the sea, and the promenade to Side was perfect for leisurely walks or morning runs. Additional highlights included the wellness and spa facilities, the modern fitness center, and the beautifully maintained gardens. Daily activities like yoga and water aerobics offered enjoyable ways to stay active. Overall, our stay at the Arum Barut Collection was perfect, combining luxury, comfort, and outstanding service to create an unforgettable vacation.

We travelled as a couple in April for one week. The hotel is beautiful and very clean. All staff were friendly and polite. Food is delicious. As vegetarians, we had plenty of options. Lokman (chef) very kindly made sure we had a delicious meal and made us a lovely aubergine dish. Premium drinks available at bars. Bar staff very efficient. Tolgahan and Halil were especially friendly and always made our drinks perfect with a smile and a fun chat. Hotel disco was good fun. DJ BoBo played brilliant music. Not many people in disco but we still had fun. Wish it was open later though. Great idea having disco away from the guest bedrooms so it doesn't disturb anyone. Loved sunbathing on the pier. Didn't use the swimming pool this time as it was too busy for us. The grounds/gardens are well maintained and beautiful to walk through. Live bands at the outdoor pool in the evening were disappointing this April. Last November they were excellent and had us dancing every night but not this time sadly. Animation team staff were great - Sait, Volkan and Altan were great. We will be back again soon hopefully!

This is my 5th visit here and my 2nd this season already. Will be back in September. I just can not fault anyone here at all. Irina at guest relations - wonderful! Emre - front of house - wow! Gazi - lobby bar - fantastic Mustafa (my fave waiter) and Emre in the bonsai at lunch- excellent. Haci Ali- fantastic And everyone in between that I have missed! The beach team fully have my heart, the evening crew, Alper - my absolute fave every visit making me special cocktails and now Halil has joined the crew in making the most fabulous cocktails. From the minute you walk in to the minute you leave you are looked after and spoilt. It's fabulous.

We are a family of four who have recently returned from a wonderfully relaxing 10 day break at Arum Barut. We opted for a two bedroom family suite (room 2094) with a lovely view over the gardens and side sea view. I would highly recommend the family suite for that bit more space and comfort. It was beautifully appointed with such comfortable beds, excellent black out curtains and was well cleaned and restocked daily. I was drawn to this hotel prior to booking due to its lush grounds and they really were beautifully presented and maintained by a team of dedicated gardeners. The food at all restaurants was excellent, varied, fresh and beautifully presented and the buffet restaurant was always spotlessly clean. The a la carte restaurants were a lovely addition, we tried all three and enjoyed them all. The pool bar served as the main hub with a nice atmosphere, we were always served promptly with a smile and conversation. My two boys, aged 8 and 9 had the best holiday thanks to the football and waterpolo activities ran by Tony. He was exceptional and deserves such high praise and recognition for the effort, enthusiasm and positivity he brings to each activity. He made our holiday, knowing the boys were really enjoying themselves. Please pass on our best wishes. In addition, the shaded children’s play area with ping pong table and mini golf was a lovely break out area for the boys to enjoy a bit of freedom in a secure space. Despite the second week of our stay being mush busier due to the school holidays, we always managed to secure beds around the pool around 9/10am. The pool itself is beautifully clean and well maintained with the slides being a big hit with all the family. The highlights for me were the leisurely lunches at the restaurant that overlooks the sea, the beach bar, such a beautiful spot to enjoy a lovely cocktail and watch the world go by and the pier. Sunbathing here was really relaxing with the sea breeze and diving into the sea to cool down so memorable. The hotel staff could not do enough for you, they really go above and beyond to offer help and solutions with any query. The hotel has an onsite photographer and we decided to mark our special stay with a family photoshoot which was excellent. We would return to the Arum Barut in a heartbeat. It’s such a beautiful hotel and it is evident that so much care and attention goes into running and maintaining such high standards throughout by a very dedicated team of professionals. Thank you for a wonderful stay. We hope to return again in the future.

Very nice hotel. Comfortable rooms, delicious and unique food. A large selection of dishes even for the most demanding guests. I recommend Begonya Beach Club for evening relaxation. Special thanks and greetings to Halil's favorite bartender.

We stayed at the Lara Barut in October 2022 and were blown away by it. We decided to come back to Turkey, and wanted to try a different resort, so we chose the Arum Barut at at Side. We were not disappointed. Let’s be clear — this place is smaller, older, and much lower key than its award-winning sister complex at Lara. It doesn’t benefit from the same “wow” factor, so if you want that experience of being mind-blown by sheer scale and impressiveness, choose the Lara Barut instead. Nonetheless, the Arum Barut is still an excellent choice with much to offer. And, it’s the perfect spot if you want to strike a balance between the all-on-complex experience and the opportunity to wander offsite and into the old town. The complex is well-situated and equally well looked-after. The food is consistently very good. The staff are friendly and helpful. It’s just an all-round winner. Highlights: - Small but oh-such-fun water slides - Swim-up cocktail bar - Well located for a nice walk into Side Lowlights: - A few areas of the complex looking a touch dated - Towels only available 10am to 12 noon - Some noise from the on-site nightclub Would I come back here? Maybe. Personally, I preferred the overall experience at the Lara Barut, but I still highly recommend the Arum Barut to anyone considering a holiday in the Side area. It really is very, very good.

Great experience room are clean cocktails are really good foods are beatifull pools are very clean people are very friendly and helpfull service is great. Beach is beatifull there are several cocktail bars. Thanks for this great experience