Alba Queen Hotel

Nice place to stay for short vacations. The hotel is rated as 5*. I agree with 5* when it comes to the hotel’s personnel, wifi service, food and outdoor pool. The room we stayed in, was in decent size, very clean, good quality beds and very nice balcony with view. What I was disappointed with was that in 5* hotel in 2025 there is no smart tv with streaming service. There was a small outdated TV set with cable channels in German and Turkish languages only. I also didn’t like the quality of bathroom supplies such as towels and toiletries. It was only two containers with liquid soap, one at the sink and the other at the tub. No shampoo or conditioner, no any lotion either. Usually in 5* you get these all.

We had a wonderful stay at Alba Queen Hotel. The hotel exceeded our expectations with its clean, comfy rooms, beautiful grounds, and a wide range of facilities. The breakfast bar had something for everyone, the pool area was spotless, and the location was perfect for easy access to nearby sights. We would like to extend special thanks to Ali, our guide and trip coordinator. His meticulous organization, profound local knowledge, and attentive, courteous manner greatly enhanced our experience. Ali’s proactive approach, clear communication, and thoughtful recommendations ensured a smooth, safe, and memorable trip from start to finish.

This hotel came recommended, but unfortunately it didn’t live up to expectations. In my opinion, this is not a five-star resort by any reasonable standard—closer to a three-and-a-half at best. That said, I did my best to enjoy the holiday, but I won’t be returning. General Impressions
 The property feels tired, with dated 1970s-style décor, scuffed flooring, and damaged picture frames throughout. Staff were largely disengaged and at times indifferent—something you don’t expect from a so-called luxury resort. Food & Dining Experience
This was arguably the most disappointing aspect of the stay. The main buffet lacked variety and quality. Dinner service is between 7–9pm, yet unless you arrive after 8pm, seating is a challenge—and by 8:40pm, food is already being cleared away. Queues were long, the atmosphere chaotic, and service felt transactional at best unless a tip was involved. Particularly disheartening was watching hotel managers dine calmly while guests struggled to find tables. Rooms
 The rooms were basic but functional. Air conditioning worked well, but amenities were lacking—only one pillow per person, and oddly, after tipping the maid on day two, housekeeping standards noticeably declined. At one point, my duvet was even removed and not replaced. The TV never worked despite raising the issue, and the in-room safe was an additional charge—something I’ve never encountered at any other supposed five-star property. Entertainment
 The entertainment offering was minimal and clearly not geared toward English-speaking guests. Activities lacked energy and initiative, with most conducted in German or Turkish. Evening shows were uninspired and took place in a cramped amphitheatre with uncomfortable plastic seating. Pool & Outdoor Facilities
 The pool was a highlight—good size, clean, and with enjoyable slides. However, sunbeds were in very short supply. Despite rules stating no reserving before 8am, most loungers were taken by 6am, with staff seemingly turning a blind eye unless tipped to "hold" towels. The beach bar had a pleasant atmosphere, but food was repetitive—pizza, chips, and burgers day in and day out. Summary
 This is not a five-star resort. It may edge into four-star territory in some areas, but overall felt more like a solid three. I did manage to enjoy parts of my stay, but was ultimately relieved when it came to an end. Sadly, I won’t be returning.

We had a week here, family of 4 (two kids aged 16). It has good points and bad. Good stuff: Food: Plenty of variety at the buffet and lots of fresh stuff. Lots of stuff for fussy eaters too like chips and pasta. Pool bar has cook to order menu burgers, pizza etc. drinks are good. There is no set measure so cocktails are strong. Go easy until you’re used to it. Pool area: Pool is big and slides are good. There is only 4 but they will keep your kids entertained quite easily. Entertainment: Staff are friendly and encourage you to play all the daytime games and activities. Nighttime shows are hit and miss sometimes but butterfly party was banging (no actual butterflies. It’s a dance party) Room: We had a family room so a double and two single beds. Separate bedroom each with own balcony and size of it was really good. Beach: Nice sandy beach with lots of loungers in the shade and water isn’t deep so good for kids who want to have a paddle. bad bits: (Please bare in mind these are just things that we personally found annoying or inconvenient) Food: The buffet opens and it’s a bit of a free for all. People travel in all directions with plates of food, kids run everywhere and although it seems like there is a queue everyone will push in front of you to get what they want. Pool area: We noticed a couple broken tiles on the floor so just be wary when walking around. Sunbeds are a constant issue. Staff do their very best to stop it but they a fighting a losing battle. If you don’t get down to the pool by 7am to put towels out you won’t get a bed. There is many people of, let’s say other nationalities, that also stay here so get your best national flag towel out and represent. Entertainment: Can’t give an honest review about the kids club as ours didn’t go there. Arcade, bowling and pool are a bit pricey but if you don’t mind spending £20 for an hours play there the machines are fairly decent. Night shows start pretty late at 21:30 so after a full day in the sun then couple beers you will be yawning through the shows. Room: It’s a little dated and could do with a refresh. Nothing drastic but could do with a couple touch ups here and there. From my experience with Turkey it’s better than average. Beach: Not exactly far but it’s a little walk down the hill and back again when you get bored. Again I would like to say these are just personal views on what was bad. You might stay here and feel different. Special mention: Gym is a little rusty but workable. It’s not open until 8am so no early morning workouts. Indoor pool is also closed during the season and we couldn’t find that information on the website so that’s also to bear in mind. Overall: It’s budget friendly, clean and pretty well equipped. The staff here are brilliant. Everyone was friendly, kind hearted and worked so hard to give you a lovely time at the hotel. Slip a little tip into their pocket and they will bend over backwards for you. Do it early in the week and they will remember your face and give you extra lovely cocktails and a cheeky little wink when you get to the bar. When the hotel offers excursions have a shop around as there is a market 10 minutes down the road that can offer everything you might want to do and sometimes at a better price. Recommendations for local area: Get the bus to side. Easy to catch one there is a bus stop right outside the hotel (number 4 bus) Hire an electric tricycle thing. It’s 10 euro for an hour and it’s great fun. Don’t forget your drivers license though. Tips: If you’re bored at any point during the day just sit and people watch. The amount of weirdos in this place is ridiculous and amazing. It amused us endlessly. Out the hotel and turn left there is a market that has pretty much everything from souvenirs to high quality Timmy hilfinger polos. Sales guys are a bit pushy but a firm thank you and walk away will be fine. Don’t bring Turkish lira no one wants it. All prices are given in euro or pounds or dollars if you have them. Hope this helps. Have fun

We spent a week at Alba Queen Hotel and it was honestly amazing! My partner and I have had the best time despite being the only English at the hotel in a sea of Germans. Staff have been great, friendly and we have not really struggled to get sunbeds - despite the Germans who have no worries about invading your personal space to get the best sun spot. Huge variety of food every night with some great entertainment in the evenings and around the pool during the day. Highly recommend, we have even booked to come back next year!