Side Hostels - Hostel List for Side, Turkey

Side (pronounced see day) is situated on the Mediterranean coast approximately 75 kilometers from one of Turkey s biggest cities Antalya . This unique seaside resort lies on a small, flat peninsula which is 300 meters wide and 800 meters long and is just packed to the brim with archaeological wonders and surrounded on both sides by the deep, blue water of the Med. At certain points along the main street that runs through the centre and down to the quaint fishing harbour, you can look between the buildings and streets and see the sea on either sides. Side was once an significant commercial town. With its large merchant fleet it traded with the countries of the eastern and western Mediterranean and served as a port for many parts of inner Turkey . Side was a slave market from which African slaves were sold and also a center for piracy. After this period, Side turned to legitimate commerce and still prospered.

Whilst Side has become extremely popular with European and Turkish holidaymakers alike, it has managed to retain its quaintness and authenticity. Due to its abundance of archaeological treasures, all the architecture in the old part of Side is of a certain style pretty, two storey stone buildings with varnished, wooden balconies all along the labyrinth of narrow, winding alleyways.

Side has just everything you could want. For the culture vulture there is obviously a treasure chest of historical history all around which includes: The Amphitheatre dating back to Hellenistic period and is one of the biggest (after Aspendos) in Turkey seating approximately 15,000 people; The Roman Temples of Apollo and Artemis; The City Gates; Aqua ducts and Museum. One of the most enjoyable experiences is walking through these ruins at night when all are illuminated.

During summer time no motor trafficing is allowed downtown and you need to walk about 1 km to reach to sea. The best fish restaurants in the area.

This is the complete list of Side hostels and other types of cheap accommodation such as cheap hotels, B&B s and guest houses in Side, Turkey which you can book online free now with Hostel Bookers.

For more information about a single hostel, you can click the the hostel link from the list below. All hostels in Side are hand picked and they are proven to be backpacker friendly. Check hostel photos, read customer reviews and if you are satisfied, you can book you dorm bed or private room from our site for free.

The Hotel and Apartments are beautifully clean with regular maid service, the grounds of the Hotel are also well maintained...

Welcome to sahara hotel. We are at the mainstreet between Side and Manavgat and near the big beach of Side.:)..