Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Side travel guide

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You're Going to Love Side

With a population of 10,505, Side is a must-see destination in Antalya Province, Turkey. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Side has to offer.

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When to visit Side

Side in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 459
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 459
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Side in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 238 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Side, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.

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How to Get to Side

Plane

Although Side doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Antalya Airport (AYT), which is located 34 miles from Side. The shortest flight to Side from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 8h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Antalya, which is about 38 miles from Side. You’ll find branches of AllMeet Rent and Right Cars, among others, in Antalya.

Bus

Side’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Side doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Antalya Airport (AYT), which is located 34 miles from Side. The shortest flight to Side from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 8h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Antalya, which is about 38 miles from Side. You’ll find branches of AllMeet Rent and Right Cars, among others, in Antalya.

Bus

Side’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Side

ISEIsparta
AYTAntalya
GZPGazipasa

Airlines serving Side

Lufthansa
Good (7,968 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,943 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,343 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,935 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,209 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (911 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,567 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,768 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (405 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (2,230 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,506 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,201 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (307 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (685 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,205 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,897 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (401 reviews)
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Where to stay in Side

From 5-star hotels such as the Royal Taj Mahal to great affordable options like the Akayda Butik Hotel, Side offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 236 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 527 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Side

Most booked hotels in Side

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Barut Hemera
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,126+
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Aqi Pegasos World
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 557+
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Sueno Hotels Beach Side
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 489+
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Kamelya Aishen Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
AED 470+
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Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 511+
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Palm World Resort & Spa Side
5 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
AED 265+
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Hiring a car in Side

Expect to pay AED 5.18 per litre in Side (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 62.15 and AED 82.87. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay AED 5.18 per litre in Side (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 62.15 and AED 82.87. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.