Innvista Hotel Belek

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Really loved this holiday was so relaxing by day entertained by night with fab bands & discos. Con the enertainment manager was always asking if we were ok & saying if we needed anything to let him know & his team Malika & Tina were always checking up on us. Rooms are comfortable & maids leaving to… more

Really loved this holiday was so relaxing by day entertained by night with fab bands & discos. Con the enertainment manager was always asking if we were ok & saying if we needed anything to let him know & his team Malika & Tina were always checking up on us. Rooms are comfortable & maids leaving towels & flowers on beds was a special touch. All staff are friendly & so helpful i would i definately come again

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“Beautiful, clean and well organized”

INNVISTA Hotels is a large, beautifully maintained resort that honestly does a lot of things right. I would comfortably rate it 9/10, with a few personal quirks that kept it from being a perfect 10, but overall it’s a place I’d definitely recommend. From the moment we arrived, the first impression … more

INNVISTA Hotels is a large, beautifully maintained resort that honestly does a lot of things right. I would comfortably rate it 9/10, with a few personal quirks that kept it from being a perfect 10, but overall it’s a place I’d definitely recommend. From the moment we arrived, the first impression was impressive, spotless grounds, well-organized layout, and staff who genuinely seem happy to see you (not the “forced smile because I’m at work” type, but actually friendly). Even though we arrived very early in the morning after a night flight and well before check-in time, we were still allowed to use all facilities straight away, which basically saved the entire first day and turned it into a bonus vacation day. Not all hotels do that, so that was a big plus. The resort has a very lively but well-balanced atmosphere. There are lots of families with children, couples, and a mix of international guests, so it never feels empty, but also never chaotic (unless you accidentally go to the aqua park pool at peak slide hour then good luck). Despite being busy, everything is very clean and well maintained. One of the nicest surprises was guest relations. The staff there were extremely helpful and kind, and special mention goes to one young staff member Meva who was incredibly friendly and professional. She made a la carte reservations smooth and easy and somehow managed to be both efficient and genuinely warm at the same time, which is honestly rare in hotel admin situations. It was also nice to see many young trainees working across the resort; everyone seemed well-trained and eager to help, which gives a good overall impression of how the hotel operates. Facilities are excellent. There are multiple pool areas, one quiet relaxation pool (for people who want peace), and one aqua park pool (for people who came to lose their peace on water slides). Both are clean, spacious, and well managed. There are daily and nightly entertainment programs, including live music, DJ sets, pool activities, fitness sessions, and children’s animations. So if you’re the type who gets bored easily, you really won’t here. That said, the pool playlist does loop quite aggressively, so after a few days you may find yourself knowing every beat of it whether you want to or not. The beach is accessible via a regular shuttle every 30 minutes, which is very convenient. The beach itself is sandy and practical, with plenty of amenities like drinks, snacks, coffee, tea, and fruit. It’s not exactly a “postcard Instagram beach setup,” but it’s comfortable, functional, and does the job very well for a relaxed day by the sea. Rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable. Housekeeping is excellent, they clean thoroughly without touching your things, which is always appreciated. The bed is genuinely very comfortable, the pillows are good, and overall the room feels modern and well kept. The only small issue was occasional water temperature fluctuations, but nothing dramatic, just enough to remind you you’re in a large hotel with hundreds of people also showering at the same time. Food is where the resort is both impressive and slightly controversial (depending on your spice tolerance). Breakfast is excellent - pancakes with toppings, fresh pastries, salads, cheeses, and plenty of variety to keep you happy every morning. The grill section is also strong, especially beef, steak, and a surprisingly good veal pulled meat dish that deserves more recognition than it probably gets. However, there is one very strong theme throughout the buffet… curry. And I don’t mean “a hint of spice,” I mean it confidently shows up in places you don’t expect, like it’s trying to become a permanent resident of the kitchen. The food quality is still good, but after a few days, your taste buds do start questioning your life choices. Variety is technically there, but seasoning consistency leans heavily in one direction. Desserts and cakes are plentiful and visually impressive, though many of them taste quite similar after a while. Still, nobody is complaining when there are that many sweets available. We also tried the à la carte Dragon restaurant, which had a nice atmosphere and presentation. The sushi was enjoyable, but some dishes (like the bulgogi) didn’t really match expectations if you’re familiar with authentic versions. It’s more “inspired by” than “strictly traditional,” but still a pleasant evening overall. Drinks and cocktails are available everywhere, and while they are strong (very strong), they don’t always match classic cocktail recipes. Ordering a Blue Lagoon and getting something that looks like it went through an identity crisis was part of the experience. One of the most charming and unique parts of the resort is the presence of cats everywhere. They roam around the property and add a lot of character. Some of them are extremely friendly, and honestly, they become part of the scenery pretty quickly. There are also kittens near certain areas that are cared for with food and water stations, which is nice to see. However, some of the adult cats appear quite thin, which does make you feel a bit conflicted, especially since guests are not allowed to feed them. You end up in a situation where the cats look at you like they’re considering a negotiation, and you have to respectfully decline due to hotel policy. Overall, INNVISTA Hotels is a very well-run, clean, and enjoyable resort with great staff, strong facilities, and a lively atmosphere with plenty going on every day and night. It is especially suitable for families and couples who want variety, comfort, and entertainment in one place. Small extra note: right next to the hotel is the Land of Legends theme park, which is a nice bonus if you want entertainment nearby. However, overall there isn’t much to do in the immediate surroundings since the hotel is located a bit aside from the main areas. You can book excursions easily, and I would definitely recommend visiting the old town or going on a boat cruise if you want to explore more. That said, we honestly just didn’t feel the need to leave the resort much because it was already so enjoyable and well-equipped on its own. Also worth mentioning, the hotel is relatively close to the airport, with about a 30-minute drive. This makes arrival and departure very convenient, especially after a long flight, since you don’t spend hours traveling to the resort once you land. I would happily rate it 9/10 and would definitely recommend it for a relaxed and well-organized stay in Antalya.

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“Average 4 stars at best”

This is my full review of Innvista hotel as we stayed there during the last week of May. This is my third visit to Antalya and I picked this hotel as we stayed previously in another nearby hotel which was outstanding and I thought that the service & quality might be the same.   Check in: It was swi… more

This is my full review of Innvista hotel as we stayed there during the last week of May. This is my third visit to Antalya and I picked this hotel as we stayed previously in another nearby hotel which was outstanding and I thought that the service & quality might be the same.   Check in: It was swift and we were given our room keys and towel cards immediately and were in our room within a few minutes.   The room : We stayed in a family room which is a two bedrooms divided by a door. There is one shared bathroom only for both rooms. The bathroom is okay but there is no bath just a shower. The rooms are quite small and there is little space to move around. It also has a balcony overseeing the main entrance and pool which we haven’t used due to mosquitoes. You should leave the balcony doors closed at all times or your will end up with mosquitoes all over the room. It was very noisy on our first and second night as the room oversees the main entrance and so when staff arrive with deliveries, you can hear the trucks beeping loudly and staff laughing and shouting as each other at 2am?! I used ear plugs the next day, but I found a Russian family the following morning asking for a room change due to the same issue.   The main issue I had is them filling the shampoo dispenser, gel shower dispenser and hand wash dispenser with the SAME product. There is no conditioner or body lotion as you would usually get in 5 stars hotels. I even had them in 4 stars before! But having to wash your hair with what is essentially a handwash is insane! You only need to watch the cleaners refilling all dispensers from the same bottle.   Food: Breakfast is okay but is the same EVERY day. You have some Pide, plain cakes, scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, sausages, pancakes, fried Turkish pancakes, omelette (The queue is insane for this so not worth it at times), borek and chips. There is a salad bar, bread corner, cheese, and deli and viennoiserie. Coffee, tea and juice is available   Lunch and dinner always had (cold) pizzas, flat bread, rice, mashed potatoes, meat stews (these were my favourites), fried fish, chicken drumsticks or Turkey steak (overcooked and rubbery every day), spaghetti or penne pasta with additional tomato sauce (not bolognaise), onion rings and chips. Sometimes they have the grill barbecue at dinner but if you don’t go out to check yourself you will miss out. The grilled Kofte was great and is worth trying. Salad bars, two kinds of soup and mezze is always available. They also have a variety of patisserie and Turkish sweets available in the dessert corners opposite the drinks.   It is worth noting that apart from the soups, NOTHING is labelled. I served my self one day what looked like lamb and green peppers, but it turned out to be liver!   Staff working in the restaurant are fantastic and are constantly cleaning and emptying the tables. However, there is a huge language barrier and if you ask for something you might end up getting something else or just shrugged shoulders as they don’t understand.   Pool: My children loved the slides and found both pools to be highly entertaining. The slides close at 12 pm, and then open at 2pm and close at 5pm. There are plenty loungers around but if you’re not a smoker or try to protect your respiratory system you will be having a hard time in there. They should implement a smoke free rule at least in some parts of the hotel, especially near the kids slides. But it seems that the culture of the place doesn’t have an issue with smoking a cigarette after another near children or people with asthma or other health issues. It’s no surprise that lung cancer is the most diagnosed cancer and the leading cause of cancer mortality in Turkey.   Location: The hotel is half an hour away by taxi from the airport. It’s 10 minutes walking from the Land of legends and around 20 minutes from the nearest town Kadriye where you can find mini markets where the locals live. We visited the Kadriye market on Tuesday and got some delicious fruits. However, we didn’t bother with all the overpriced fake merchandise on there. If you want to visit Antalya city or Kaleici, it’s almost an hour by bus from Kadriye station. Taxis will charge you a ridiculous amount to go there as they charged us 10 euros from Kadriye to the hotel. We stayed in some luxury hotels in Dubai recently and we found their taxis much better and at least 5 times cheaper than Antalya.   Safety: You need to be careful when using the lifts. On day three of our stay, we were all in the lift going to bed. When we got to floor 3 the doors would slightly open and then close again. We pressed the opening door button many times, but it didn’t work. We pressed other floor levels, but it didn’t work either. The doors kept opening for a 1cm and then closing again. We pressed the bell, but it doesn’t ring and no one answers. After a minute or so, the door opened because someone pressed the button from outside. I reported this incident to reception the following morning and was told that they will get it checked. On day five, my children had a very unfortunate incident where they were trapped inside and the door wouldn’t open. They pressed the bell many times and were shouting for help but to no avail. The door decided to open itself after a couple of minutes, but it was a traumatising experience. I consider this to be a major health and safety hazard as I walked in again and tried the emergency bell and it wasn’t working. I walked to reception and spoke to a nice receptionist called Hussein who was apologetic about it and he said that the manager should be aware of it. We both stood waiting for the manager to come as he waved at him many times and walked to tell him briefly about the issue, however he cowardly went inside and didn’t want to speak to us. Hussein apologised and asked me to explain what happened to the guest relations officer which I did. The girl was called Meva and she was very professional and nice but she couldn’t answer any of my questions. Is there a system in place connecting the emergency bell to a line? No clue. When was the last time these lifts were maintained or safety checked? No clue. What risk assessments are being carried to ensure the guests’ safety when using the lift? No clue. These are all questions that the manager should be able to answer but he preferred to hide instead.   Overall, I would rate my stay in Innvista as 3/5. I don’t believe it’s a five stars hotel and I would say it’s a 3 to 4 stars maximum. I regret not paying a little extra and staying at the neighbouring hotel where we stayed last year (Aydinbey Queen’s Palace) which was very good.

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