in Antalya, Turkey
Arum Barut Collection
- Baby
- Toddler
- Kid
- Teen
Arum Barut sits on a 500-metre sandy beach a couple of kilometres from Side's atmospheric old town and Roman ruins, which is its quiet advantage: you get a full water-park resort and a genuine town to explore. The water park has more than ten slides, and the sandy shore is easier on little feet than the shingle further west.
Our verdict
A well-balanced Side choice for families who want slides and a sandy beach but also a genuine town and some history within reach. The longer transfer is the main trade-off against the Lara resorts.
The rooms
Comfortable, refreshed rooms with family options that work well for two adults and two children, on a large seafront plot with a long sandy beach. Nothing is flashy, but it is well kept and set up for the buffet-slides-beach rhythm most families come for.
At a glance
- Beach
- 500m sandy
- Water park
- 10+ slides
- Side old town
- A couple of km
- Kids club
- Free, supervised
- Airport transfer
- About 1 hr
- From
- ~210 EUR/night
How the KidProof Score works
Every hotel is rated on eight things families actually care about, then weighted by how much each one drives your choice. Room setup counts the most. The little touches break the ties.
Sleeps how many? Connecting rooms, family suites, a real extra bed?
Clean travel cot, high chair, bottle warmer, changing table, kit to borrow.
Shallow pool or paddling area, playground, kids club (free or paid).
Quick breakfast, kids menus, allergy options, snacks on hand.
Secured windows, protected corners, watched pool, well kept grounds.
Laundry, in-room fridge, stroller access, parking, reliable Wi-Fi.
Close to family attractions, easy transport, park tickets or access.
Welcome gift for the child, staff who talk to kids, themed rooms.
Why families love it
- A long 500-metre sandy beach that suits paddling toddlers
- A water park with more than ten slides for a range of ages
- Historic Side old town and Roman ruins within easy reach
- Free kids club with a daily programme and children's pool
- A settled, seafront setting rather than a roadside strip
🗓️A day here with kids
- 8:00
Breakfast
A relaxed start before the water park opens up.
- 10:00
Slides session
Work through the slides while it is cooler and quieter.
- 13:00
Lunch and rest
Shade and a snack through the midday heat.
- 16:00
Beach time
The sandy shore is perfect for a late-afternoon paddle.
- 19:30
Side old town
Dinner or ice cream among the lit ruins, a lovely change of scene.
Family things to do nearby
Water park slides
More than ten slides span gentle family runs to faster drops.
Sandy beach play
A long sandy stretch for castles, paddling and a calm swim.
Side ruins walk
The ancient theatre and temple of Apollo make a memorable, easy outing.
Kids club fun
Games, crafts and a mini-disco free the grown-ups for the beach.
Is it right for your kids?
Baby
0 to 1 yr
The sandy beach and shallow pool help, though the hour-long transfer is a consideration with a very young baby.
Toddler
1 to 3 yrs
Soft sand and gentle slides make this an easy fit for the two to five crowd.
Kid
4 to 11 yrs
The full slide range, kids club and nearby ruins keep primary-age children happy.
Teen
12 yrs and up
Faster slides plus the atmospheric old town give teens a bit more than a standard resort.
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Parents also ask
How far is Side old town?
Only a couple of kilometres, close enough for a taxi or even a walk in the cool of the evening to see the lit Roman ruins.
Is the beach sandy?
Yes, a long 500-metre sandy beach, which is much easier for toddlers to play on than the shingle beaches around Kemer.
How long is the transfer from the airport?
Around an hour, longer than the Lara resorts, so it is worth planning around nap or snack times on arrival.
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