An extensive all-inclusive luxury resort on Side's beach, offering over 1,000 rooms spread across a beautifully landscaped beachfront property. The resort features multiple specialty restaurants, elaborate pool areas, a spa, and comprehensive entertainment programming.
Barut Acanthus & Cennet is an expansive all-inclusive luxury resort located on the beachfront at Çolakli, in the Side district of Manavgat, approximately 70 kilometers east of Antalya city center. The resort operates as a twin-hotel concept — Acanthus and Cennet — sharing facilities across a landscaped beachfront estate with more than 1,000 rooms and a private sandy Mediterranean beach. It is one of the largest and most comprehensively equipped resorts in the Side area of Turkey.
Accommodation ranges from standard rooms and family rooms to superior and deluxe categories, many with direct sea views or garden-facing balconies. The shared grounds encompass extensive pool complexes, including main outdoor pools, a dedicated children's splash area, and an indoor heated pool for cooler periods of the season. The private beach is wide and well-maintained, with sun loungers and beach bars serving throughout the day.
Dining at Barut Acanthus & Cennet covers more than ten restaurants and bars. The main buffet restaurant serves a broad international spread across all meals, while specialty restaurants focus on Turkish, Italian, fish, and Asian options. Fresh food standards and variety are frequently praised by guests.
The spa facility offers a Turkish hammam, a range of body treatments, saunas, and steam rooms. A comprehensive fitness center and outdoor sports areas — including tennis and beach volleyball — provide active options. The animation team runs a full schedule of daytime entertainment, including water polo, aerobics, archery, and themed evening shows for adults and children. The resort is approximately five kilometers from the ancient ruins of Side, one of Turkey's most visited Greco-Roman archaeological sites.
Amenities
- all-inclusive
- private beach
- multiple pools
- 10+ restaurants
- spa
- kids club
- animation team
- wifi
Location
Çolakli Mevkii, Side, Manavgat, Antalya
36.7598, 31.4187 View on map
Highlights
- Twin-hotel concept resort on Side beach with 1,000+ rooms and a long private Mediterranean sandy beach.
- More than 10 restaurants and bars with extensive buffet and specialty dining covering Turkish, Italian, and Asian cuisines.
- Full spa with Turkish hammam, multiple pools including indoor heated pool, and comprehensive sports facilities.
- Animated entertainment program with daytime activities and evening themed shows for all ages.
- Located 5 km from the ancient ruins of Side, easily reachable by local dolmuş or hotel excursion.
Tips for visiting
- The Acanthus and Cennet sides of the resort have slightly different atmospheres; confirm a preference when booking, as Cennet is generally considered quieter.
- Book specialty restaurant tables early — they operate on a reservation basis and fill quickly during peak summer months.
- The ancient ruins of Side are within easy reach by local dolmuş from the main road outside the resort, costing just a few Turkish lira per person.
- Outdoor pools are heated or unheated depending on season; the indoor pool is the best option for swimming in April or October.
- Pack reef shoes for the beach — the seabed at this section of Side coast can have rocky patches near the waterline.
Accessibility
Barut Acanthus & Cennet offers wheelchair-accessible rooms and elevator access to all guest floors. Pathways through the main grounds and between restaurants are paved, though the sandy beach area is not wheelchair-accessible without assistance. Guests with mobility requirements are encouraged to inform the hotel in advance.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the resort fully all-inclusive?
Yes, Barut Acanthus & Cennet operates on a full all-inclusive basis. Meals, snacks, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, most sports activities, and daily entertainment are included in the room rate.
Are the two hotels — Acanthus and Cennet — separate?
Acanthus and Cennet are twin hotels sharing the same grounds, beach, pools, and facilities. Guests may book either side independently but share access to all amenities.
How far is the resort from the Side ruins?
The ancient site of Side is approximately five kilometers from the resort. Regular dolmuş services run from the main road, or the hotel can arrange guided excursions to the ruins.
Is the resort appropriate for families with young children?
The resort is very family-friendly, with a dedicated children's pool and splash area, a kids' club offering supervised activities, and an animation team running child-focused events throughout the day.