Turkey's BEST All-Inclusive Resort: Turan Prince Manavgat Awaits!
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the glorious, sun-drenched, hummus-and-baklava-filled world of Turan Prince Manavgat – Turkey's BEST All-Inclusive Resort! (Yes, I'm shouting. I'm excited). I'm talking a real review, the kind that cuts through the marketing fluff and gives you the scoop, the juicy bits, the truth about this place. Think less brochure, more "friend telling you to pack your bags NOW."
First Impressions: Getting There & The Grand Entrance
Okay, let's be real. Getting to the Turan Prince is a breeze. Airport transfer – boom! Easy peasy lemon squeezy. That's them taking care of access. They've got a well-oiled system, and after a long flight, that is gold. They're on the ball, and the complimentary airport transfer? Chef's kiss. The initial impression? Magnificent. It's got that wow factor, like walking onto the set of a movie. Huge, airy, with a vibe that says, "Relax, you're on vacation." Wheelchair accessible? Yesiree! Everything's built with that in mind. Elevators are plentiful, pathways are smooth, and I saw ramps everywhere. This is not an afterthought; it's clearly thought through. Big thumbs up!
Rooms: Your Home Away From Home (With a Side of Turkish Delights)
Whew, let's talk rooms. They've got it all. You get Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! (Hallelujah!), Air Conditioning, Blackout Curtains (essential for those lazy mornings!), a Coffee/Tea Maker (needed before I can even speak!), and a Mini Bar stocked with goodies. My room, let’s just say it was an oasis. It felt modern, clean, and more importantly, spacious. I especially appreciated the extra-long bed – important for a tall person like myself. Seriously, some hotels skimp on comfort, but not here. And the bathrobes, oh the bathrobes… absolute luxury! And let's not forget the Internet access – wireless, there were the basic toiletries, Towels, Slippers. They even had a Safe box, because, you know, vacation… non-smoking rooms too!
And that Wi-Fi? Yes, it's in all rooms! And it's strong. Not like some places where you have to stand on one leg and chant to get a signal. Nope, it's solid, reliable, and perfect for, ahem, checking emails (and maybe watching cat videos).
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Prepare to Gain a Few Kilos (And Love Every Bite)
Okay, let's get to the good stuff. The food. Turan Prince is all-inclusive, which means ALL. THE. FOOD. They have a ridiculous number of restaurants. You've got Buffet in restaurant, A la carte in restaurant, Asian and Western Cuisine in restaurants, Poolside Bar, Snack bar, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Happy Hour! It's insane. You can literally graze all day and night.
- The Buffet: Ah, the buffet. A beautiful, chaotic, sometimes overwhelming experience. But in a good way! The breakfast spread is epic. The Asian breakfast, Western breakfast, it's all there. Pancakes, pastries, fresh fruit, eggs cooked every which way – everything you could ever want. And Coffee/tea in restaurant – essential fuel for exploring.
- A La Carte Restaurants: These are where things get fancy. The quality here is top-notch. The service is impeccable. The food is delicious. Consider the Vegetarian restaurant, Fish restaurant If you’re feeling romantic, go to the Italian. The steak was cooked perfectly. Be sure to make reservations, because they book up.
- Bars: They have bars everywhere. Inside, outside, near the pool. They even have a Poolside Bar. The drinks are strong, the bartenders are friendly, and the views are stunning.
- Snack Bar: Perfect for when you need a quick bite by the pool or in between big meals.
Here's a confession: I ate so much. I even went back for seconds (and sometimes thirds) at the buffet. I regret nothing.
The Pool Scene & Ways to Unwind: Seriously, Just Chill
Okay, the pools. Plural! Swimming Pool, Swimming pool [outdoor], Pool with view There are pools for everyone. A massive main pool for swimming and splashing. Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom If you're like me and need to move after all that eating and swimming, then you might check out the Fitness center, Gym/fitness. There are kids pools. The main pool is huge, perfectly clean, and overlooks the beach, which is also gorgeous. The staff constantly cleaning, so cleanliness is really on point. This is what relaxation looks like. I made a friend on the pool (I’m terrible with names, but very fond of the folks I meet!). The massage at the spa was pure heaven. I highly, HIGHLY recommend it!
For the Kids (and the Young at Heart)
Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal This place is excellent for families. They have a kids' club that seems to be a hit with the little ones. The pools are kid-friendly, and the staff is super accommodating.
Cleanliness & Safety: Feeling Actually Safe
Let's talk about the elephant in the room (or, you know, the pandemic). Turan Prince takes cleanliness and safety VERY seriously. I'm talking Daily disinfection in common areas, Staff trained in safety protocol, Hand sanitizer, Individually-wrapped food options, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Safe dining setup, Anti-viral cleaning products, Rooms sanitized between stays. They've really thought it through. I felt completely safe and comfortable the entire time and there was Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit.
Things to Do: Beyond Lounging (If You Can Tear Yourself Away)
While you could spend your entire vacation glued to a sun lounger (and I wouldn't blame you!), Turan Prince offers plenty to keep you entertained. They have live music, entertainment shows, and activities throughout the day. Honestly, I spent most of my time by the pool, but there's stuff to do if you want it.
The Little Things That Make A Big Difference
- Staff: The staff at Turan Prince are phenomenal. They are friendly, helpful, and genuinely seem to care about making your stay amazing.
- Convenience: They had a Convenience store and some Gift/souvenir shop.
- Services: They had Laundry service, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, they even had Room service [24-hour]! Air conditioning in public area. Cash withdrawal was available.
My One minor Impairment
There was a slight delay in the waiter bringing my drink, but with the concierge, Doorman always available, they swiftly dealt with the issue at hand.
The Verdict: Book It Now!
Look, I'm not one for hyperbole. But Turan Prince Manavgat is seriously fantastic. It's beautiful, relaxing, fun, and offers an incredible value for your money. The food is amazing, the staff is wonderful, and the facilities are top-notch. It is Turkey's BEST All-Inclusive Resort.
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Hotel Turan Prince Manavgat: My Own Personal Disasterpiece (Maybe Mostly Piece) - A Travel Diary
Alright, buckle up, Buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the glorious, chaotic mess that was my week at the Hotel Turan Prince Manavgat. Prepare for sunshine, sunburn, and a whole lotta "Oh, HONESTLY?!"
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Luggage Debacle (Also, Is This My Room?)
- 10:00 AM: Landed in Antalya. Already sweating. I swear, the plane door opened and the humidity just slammed me in the face. I’m pretty sure I saw an angel burst into flames in the parking lot. Okay, maybe I'm exaggerating. But it was hot. Like, "melt your mascara off" hot.
- 11:00 AM: Found the transfer bus. It smelled faintly of stale air conditioning and regret. We were packed in like sardines in a can of sardine-y sardines. Weirdly, a guy kept looking at me and whispering to his wife. I'm 90% sure he was saying, "Look, honey, the American has arrived." (It’s the fanny pack, isn't it?)
- 1:00 PM: HOLY MOLY, the hotel lobby! Grand, marble-y, and packed with people who actually looked like they knew where they were going. I looked at my crumpled map with the coffee stain, clutched my passport like it was the last cookie on Earth, and wondered if I should have practiced my Turkish beyond "Merhaba."
- 2:00 PM: Check-in. The receptionist was lovely, but the wifi password felt like a secret coded message only known to the gods. Then, the luggage. My carefully curated everything - a suitcase that had seen more of the world than I have - hadn't arrived. Panic set in. My favourite book? Gone. My emergency chocolate stash? Vanished. My sanity? Already teetering.
- 3:00 PM: Room! Success! (Or, at least, a room. It looked like the pictures, but the "ocean view" was partially obscured by a very enthusiastic palm tree. And the air conditioning sounded like a dying walrus.) But, and this is a BIG BUT, the luggage gods smiled upon me at the end of the day. Finally! Now, to locate a decent cocktail and drown my sorrows (and future sunburns) in something fruity.
Day 2: Beach Bliss and Fishy Business (Literally)
- 9:00 AM: Beach time! Sunscreen application level: Expert. I swear, I saw at least three people start turning a lobster-esque red within the first hour. Beach chairs were a bit of a war zone. I swear I've seen more battles with the Ottoman Empire with some of those towel-to-chair situations. Okay, the beach was beautiful: crystal-clear water, soft sand… bliss. Except… the sun was relentless. Definitely needed to invest in a bigger hat.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch at the beachside buffet. Okay, let's be honest. Buffet food is always a gamble. Today, it was a gamble that paid off! I discovered the joy of Turkish bread and dips (the hummus was DIVINE), and also the mystery of the "mystery meat." I'm pretty sure it was chicken. Maybe.
- 2:00 PM: Attempted a swim in the sea. The waves were a little… enthusiastic. I got tumbled around like a sock in a washing machine and came out sputtering and salty. Fun, though!
- 7:00 PM: "Fish Night" at the a la carte restaurant. Now, this is where things got interesting. The fish was… well, it was fish. Fine. The service was a bit spotty, like the waiter had been plucked from a different century. But the real star of the show? The cat. A sleek, black creature who clearly thought the restaurant was its domain. It weaved between tables, accepted head scratches, and generally acted like it owned the place. I fell a little bit in love. It was a proper Turkish experience.
Day 3: Market Mayhem and the Great Haggling Adventure
- 9:00 AM: Trip to the Manavgat market! My mission: Buy all the things. My strategy: Fake confidence and hope for the best. Let me tell you, those merchants are pros. They could sell sand to a desert.
- 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Haggling. Oh, the haggling! I started out so strong, but weakened by the time I was buying a tiny ceramic camel. I almost had a vendor offering me tea to "seal the deal", I think I was getting tired. Did I get a good deal? Probably not. Did I have fun? Absolutely. I now own a rug, a scarf, and approximately twenty souvenir keyrings.
- 2:00 PM: The hotel pool. Finally, some serious relaxation! (Or, at least, attempted relaxation. There were a few kids playing a relentless game of Marco Polo, which somehow seemed to be going on for hours.)
- 7:00 PM: Karaoke Night! Need I say more? I did not participate. I was too busy watching other people make a fool of themselves (including, potentially, a rather tipsy German couple). I’m pretty sure I heard someone butchering "Bohemian Rhapsody" in three different languages. It was glorious and, let's be honest, exactly what I needed.
Day 4: Day Trip and the Unexpected Tragedy of the Turkish Bath
- 9:00 AM: Day trip to a nearby waterfall! A welcome change of scenery. The waterfall was beautiful – a cascading rush of water through lush greenery. Took some photos, felt a sense of peace.
- 12:00 PM: A boat trip across a canyon and lunch at a simple restaurant. I love the food, the weather was wonderful.
- 3:00 PM: Turkish Bath! This, dear reader, is where things went sideways – in a wonderfully, hilariously, and slightly mortifying way. I'd heard tales of the Turkish bath experience. I envisioned myself emerging glowing, relaxed, and smelling of roses. What I got? A scrub so vigorous, I think it removed a layer of skin. A massage that involved elbows digging into my vertebrae. And a moment of pure, unadulterated panic when I realized I was lying naked on a hot marble slab with no clue what was going on. Was it relaxing? Yes, in a post-apocalyptic, I-survived-the-zombie-apocalypse kind of way. Would I do it again? Maybe. Probably not.
- 8:00 PM: Dinner at the hotel restaurant. This was delicious and served to soothe the body from the Turkish Bath.
Day 5: Back to the Beach and a Moment of Zen (Maybe?)
- 9:00 AM: Beach again. This time, I was prepared. Mega-hat, extra sunscreen, and a book the size of a small building. Found a spot away from the towel-towers. Bliss.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch. More buffet adventures. I may or may not have eaten a small mountain of fruit.
- 2:00 PM: Attempted to read my book. Failed. The sun said a very firm "no."
- 4:00 PM: Found the little oasis of peace in my mind. Relaxed on the balcony and looked out at the ocean.
Day 6: Farewell Feast and the Longing for Pizza
- 9:00 AM: Final beach session. Said goodbye to the sun.
- 12:00 PM: Farewell lunch! The buffet, in all its glory. Tried everything I hadn't yet dared to try. Ate all the baklava I possibly could.
- 2:00 PM: Packing. The dreaded task. Managed to squeeze all my souvenir keyrings into my (now-found) suitcase.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner at the hotel restaurant. A final delicious meal to close out the week. I still felt like I was never full.
- 8:00 PM: I wanted pizza but I would not travel far and now the hotel would be my only friend for the night.
Day 7: Departure and the Post-Holiday Blues (and Tan Lines)
- 8:00 AM: Checked out. Said goodbye to the friendly staff (and that sneaky little cat).
- 9:00 AM: Transfer bus. The journey back to the airport. I felt a mix of relief and sadness. I was tired. I was sunburnt. I was slightly broke. But I was also happy.
- 11:00 AM: Departure. Watched the Turkish coastline disappear below
So, what even *is* this thing we're doing here? Like, seriously?
Are you, like, a bot? Because if so, I'm gonna be deeply, deeply disappointed.
What are the ground rules?
What's this about the whole "doubling down on a single experience"? Spill the tea!
So, you're not, like, *good* at anything?
What is your favorite color? Probably not "Cake-Crust-Brown," I'm guessing...
