Starlight Resort Hotel

“Great hotel, enjoyed by three generations”

We stayed as a multigenerational family of 7 Hotel: Large imposing and grand building with a beautiful lobby and stunning and well maintained botanical gardens. We had several room types: single, double deluxe and family duplex. All were well laid out and sufficient. Mini bars were replenished an… more

We stayed as a multigenerational family of 7 Hotel: Large imposing and grand building with a beautiful lobby and stunning and well maintained botanical gardens. We had several room types: single, double deluxe and family duplex. All were well laid out and sufficient. Mini bars were replenished and rooms well thought out. As a couple with older children this is by far the best room option that we’ve had for a holiday stay. Very occasional issue with towels/cleaning but remedied quickly on request. Rooms slightly dated but again not a concern. Food: Food was plentiful and very enjoyable with varied options. If you want a full English type breakfast you won’t find it here but you will find tasty alternatives. Lunch and dinner options were great but closure of the food stalls and sunrise restaurant was disappointing and narrowed options of location to eat. The hotel I believe was winding down for seasonal closure. We paid 20 euro pp supplement for the seafood restaurant which wasn’t in my opinion worth the money with one of the courses unavailable with no alternative. The coffee stations were a great addition with a real barista experience on hand. Staff: staff were generally friendly and accommodating, always willing to help. English is less widely spoken and it took a little More creativity to explain ourselves to staff. As mentioned in other posts regarding preferential treatment depending on nationality, I didn’t spot this directly but I did note that guests from some other cultures were more assertive, not queuing and some almost appearing abrupt. Coming from the UK this was quite alien but was neither the fault of the hotel or other guests. One thing I was less comfortable with was the large volume of male groups. This is a huge hotel hosting conferences and football tournaments. I felt less comfortable allowing my teenage daughter to wander freely with large groups of men drinking and congregating between their activities. the location was little remote but not unlike many other large resorts, I would have preferred something more than the usual fake brand/souvenir type shops nearby. Facilities were great with plenty of room to wander the grounds, ample places to sit and plenty of room poolside. The beach was well maintained with sun beds available. The shingle on the beach is tough on your feet but the sea warm in October We didn’t tend to opt into the entertainment but there as a well advertised programme available. This is a great hotel with fabulous facilities and grounds. Minor issues occurred but nothing that spoiled the experience. We would certainly return here

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“Honest review”

We decided last minute to return to Starlight Resort Manavgat, right after our stay at Titanic Mardan Palace. Even though the hotel was almost full, Mrs. Fatma Kan Karabey — who has helped us on previous visits with our parents— found us a beautiful room again. Her kindness and professionalism have… more

We decided last minute to return to Starlight Resort Manavgat, right after our stay at Titanic Mardan Palace. Even though the hotel was almost full, Mrs. Fatma Kan Karabey — who has helped us on previous visits with our parents— found us a beautiful room again. Her kindness and professionalism have been consistent every single time, and she truly makes the difference. We travel a lot, and while Starlight isn’t ultra-luxury, it’s a very good resort once you set your expectations right. What we like • The grounds – huge, green, beautifully maintained; a real paradise for nature lovers. • Rooms – spacious, elegant, with sea views that are still among the best in Antalya. Large balcony, separate dressing area, roomy bathroom, and nice upgrades like big Samsung Smart TVs. • Secret Garden – quiet and private, with discreet bungalows, lots of greenery, a calm pool, and premium touches (butler, minibar, fresh fruit). It costs extra, but it’s 100% worth it if you value peace and privacy. The 7 cabanas right next to the beach are the best part. • Spa – stylish, fairly priced. We did the hammam peeling and a massage — both great. • Private dining terrace – available with certain packages, offering more privacy. • Staff – some of them are truly hands-on. Aside from Mrs. Fatma Kan Karabey, Mr. Adil Atay, the Operations Manager, was there when issues came up and handled them right away. He stood out as a professional always around, helping guests and staff alike. You could see him every day, present and genuinely involved. Things to keep in mind • Service – large-scale; restaurants get busy, typical for this kind of resort. • Food – wide variety, but taste is subjective. “Fish night” was popular, though less so for my wife, who doesn’t eat fish, for example. •Cannot give feedback on alcohol, since we don't drink any. • Guests – mostly Russian clientele. We’re obviously not, but still had no issues communicating in English with a bit of patience and simple phrasing. Bottom line We’d gladly return — mainly knowing that Mrs. Kan Karabey and Mr. Adil Atay are still there. The sea-view rooms, the Secret Garden cabana, the spa and the property's natural beauty are worth it. Also, the fact that it’s just a 1.5-hour flight from home.

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