Anda Barut Collection

Pros - night restaurant 24/7 meant we could have a freshly cooked hot meal at 1am on arrival. - concierge brought our bags to our room. - plenty of options at the buffet for each meal. - good selection of drinks -you can travel light with baby, hotel offers stroller, bath, and various other baby items (but bring a sling as they dont have that). -hotel has a WhatsApp so you can ask for anything - fresh juice available at breakfast and orange is available through the day. - branded alcohol - a la cart restaurants available onsite - hotel aesthetic and cleanliness - fresh towels and room turndown on request - pillow service, great if pregnant etc - madventure is amazing! - Olivea patisserie is amazing! - exercise classes available and excellent gym - family area is great and we felt close enough to everything we needed. - on par with other luxury hotels in terms of offerings - child friendly, all ages. Lots of things for young kids and teens to enjoy. - has a night club which is 16+ - adult only zones - friendly staff pretty much everywhere which is pleasant - bazaar where you eat is well kept and clean -kids club Cons - our daughter is dairy free and we struggled with options for a relatively picky 4 year old. - must book at 10am on dot for a la carts - in most cases you need to be sat somewhere to get a drink unless at the pool bar which is frustrating - quality of room clean not best weve had, we stayed at barut goia in April and left a massive tip for our cleaner as she was unbelievable. - shops are expensive, especially the mini mart which has the basics. Prices at 10x what you'd expect. - hard to get round the entire hotel due to size, plenty of things we missed out on due to sheer size and time we had. - buffet at breakfast can be a bit samey unlike many places we have tried. Our favourite was lunch. big hotel, means it takes a while to walk to where you need to go. - Advice to hotel - late checkout should be available to request or book through the app - all the menus through the QR should be available through the app - More opportunity to take drinks to room e.g., an order service for hot drinks in ceramic or glass somewhere that doesn't require being sat down. - the area by the slides where the beds are situated is really bad, consider replacing dirt and stones with cement or tiles. Awful to walk over. - shuttle to the town a couple of times a week might be good.

Beautiful hotel with amazing facilities,food and staff who work very hard to make the holiday special but I have to highlight the noise complaint. Not sure why nobody else has really spoken of this but if you like to lay in past 6am this isn’t the hotel for you. The hotel is located very close to a local mosque with a sound system to rival a stadium. I’ve included pics. At 5.57 the first call to prayer is blasted out the speakers and is so loud at any part of the hotel it woke my whole family daily. It lasted approx 5 minutes. This happens 5 times a day. We moved room after a tense discussion with reception who advised us jet 2 should make their customers aware of the closeness of the mosque so they can make an informed decision on the disturbance. They don’t. I fully respect the religion and the prayer however had I known how close the hotel was to the mosque I wouldn’t have booked. I value my relaxation time and my holiday is the one week I don’t have to worry about waking to an alarm. 3 children under 8 awake daily at 6 am makes for a difficult week. This aside the hotel is incredible in every other aspect. Modern,meticulously well kept, beautiful rooms,views,food and facilities it is pure luxury. I’ve attached images of my first room for context on the closeness of the mosque. Trip advisor won’t allow a video so please message me or comment and I’ll send it to you. You can hear the call to prayer is very loud so imagine how bad it was from the first room which coincidentally are the 9 family rooms overlooking the water park. I’m still battling with Jet 2 for some compensation or at least a change to their hotel description. If you are an early riser then book the hotel it’s incredible.

For context, my husband and I have been incredibly fortunate to have enjoyed extensive worldwide travel and have stayed in many luxury 5* hotels. This trip to Anda Barut Collection in early October was our 20th all inclusive holiday in Turkey. Recent visits to the Antalya, Dalaman and Bodrum regions have included stays at XO Cape Arnna, Regnum Carya, NG Phaselis Bay, Voyage Torba, The Residence Fethiye and Cullinan Belek. Elsewhere in Europe we have been privileged to enjoy holidays at 6 of the 7 Ikos resorts, Crete (Stella Island), Rhodes (Mayia Exclusive), Balearics, Canaries, Portugal, Cyprus, Egypt, the UAE and various Caribbean destinations where we have stayed at Rixos, Barut, Voyage, Excellence Resorts, Secrets Resorts, Royalton, Jumeirah, Marriott, Riu and Hyatt hotels. Our 7 night stay in an adult zone, double room with sea view was booked through easyJet Holidays. We arranged return private transfers with Maxi Tour which took 65 minutes from Bodrum airport to the hotel and 55 minutes on retun. When planning a holiday we typically opt for contemporary, upscale hotels with a choice of a la carte dining options and Anda Barut more than met our preferences on these counts. We loved the contemporary architecture, the multiple clean, attractive pool areas and the stunning picturesque backdrop and stylish design of the resort. Highlights: • We loved the spread out, uncrowded feel of Anda Barut, although in hotter months walking between facilities might be less pleasurable than during October. • The extensive choice of included a la carte dining options for lunch and dinner was a stand-out feature of the hotel and probably the top highlight of our stay. In light of the challenges faced by guests using the app to book a la carte restaurants, we were fortunate enough to dine in one of the a la carte restaurants every night of our stay. If this had not been possible we would have taken a taxi to Akbuk or Altinkum to dine rather than use the buffet. • The gym was top class and very well equipped, and the quality of the facility far exceeded that at XO Cape Arnna, where the choice of cardio machines was very limited. • The patisserie was outstanding with plenty of seating, great service and varied choice of all things sweet and delicious! • The tiered design of the theatre area, with additional seating in the Community pool bar area also overlooking the stage, was much more appealing and attractive than the one-level seating at the Cape Arnna theatre. After the theatre shows finished there was often a DJ at the bar. Additional observations: • Our check in experience was very underwhelming in comparison with other hotels. We arrived in the early afternoon, so there were plenty of staff around, but we weren’t greeted or shown to the reception desk or seating area or offered a welcome drink. Not a big deal but not a positive first impression either. • We also felt that the lobby area lacked soul and atmosphere in the evenings. It’s a spacious area but the lights were too bright and stark. Some live musicians or a DJ would have been welcome in the early and late evenings especially as the weather was quite chilly to enjoy sitting outside. In fact, live music or a DJ around the adult pool bar, or in the a la carte restaurants at lunchtime and in the evening, would be a brilliant addition. • Unfortunately, despite assurances from the hotel before arrival that our stay would not be impacted, the noise from the Akra Didim construction site across the bay was constant for the 7 days (and some evenings) of our stay. It could really only be heard in the adult zone however this was where we spent our time. In fairness, I feel that this issue was somewhat reflected in the competitive price we paid for the holiday and, of course, the heavy construction noise won’t be an issue once the new hotel opens next season. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay at Anda Barut and, in many ways, we preferred some aspects of the hotel to XO Care Arnna, especially when taking into consideration the difference in price point. We would definitely consider a return visit in the future.

stayed 8th Oct - 15th Oct 2025 The location is wonderfully remote and peaceful, giving you that rare sense of being completely removed from the day to day hussle, there was construction going on across the water but you could easily tune it out. Despite the isolation, every member of the staff goes above and beyond; they are friendly, attentive and always ready to help. Service across the board was fantastic. A big shout out to Mehmet Ali who was a star no matter where he was; whether it be in the Turkish restaurant or the lobby bar his smile and service was second to none We were lucky with the weather during our stay, it was abit of a rain storm on early arrival and cleared by the early afternoon and was dry soon after, the rest of the time the sun beamed which made the whole experience even better. The food was another highlight: consistently delicious, well-prepared, and full of variety. It was abit difficult to get into certain restaurants that were more popular but we managed to get most in over the 7 days all the same. Mansion was a staple for us as an adult couple wanting to enjoy each others company without possible interruption, again here the staff were so nice and on the ball. As for the entertainment, it wasn’t bad at all—some shows were definitely stronger than others, but overall it added a fun touch to the evenings, some shows were not too long and the nights seemed to end quickly (around 11-midnight) and left the nightclub as a option which we didn't bother with as not really our thing. The lobby bar was a bustle of activity at this time and a great place to end a night, some live casual music there would have gone a long way though. The rooms and surrounding areas were top notch and well looked after. All in all, a great escape with excellent service, great food, and a beautifully remote setting. Would definitely recommend and would more than advise another visit.

I stayed for 7 nights during October half term with my six-year-old daughter, having previously visited Lara Barut last year (which was excellent). Anda Barut is a fantastic hotel and absolutely did not disappoint. Check-in & Room Check-in was quick, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Our room was very spacious, with a walk-in wardrobe, plenty of storage, a fixed safe, two sinks, a large shower, and a separate toilet. The minibar — refreshed daily — included two bottles of Efes beer, bottled water, soft drinks, a chocolate wafer, mixed nuts and Cheetos, along with a Nespresso machine with four capsules. We had twin double beds and a large balcony with lovely pool and sea views. We provided our phone number at check-in, and throughout the stay the hotel sent useful WhatsApp updates, such as the Halloween kids club schedule. Hotel & Facilities The hotel is huge, with multiple pools and its own beach. Part of the property is adults-only, while the main areas cater for families. The grounds are beautifully designed, immaculately maintained, and spotlessly clean. Madventure Waterpark The waterpark, Madventure, was fantastic. There are two areas — one for younger children and the larger slides where we spent most of our time. The slides were far better than anything we’ve experienced in the UK, and queues were usually very short. Most of the bigger slides are supervised by lifeguards, all of whom were friendly and attentive. One particular lifeguard even became a favourite of my daughter, always giving her high-fives. The waterpark is open 10:00–12:00 and 14:00–17:00. Mornings tended to be quieter. The slides aren’t heated — the same as at Lara Barut — so this year I brought a wetsuit for my daughter, which made a huge difference. Pools & Sunbeds There are many pools, some heated and some not. The unheated ones were a bit too cold for younger children in October. The beach-style saltwater pool is heated, and we spent most of our time at the heated community pool, where the gym team often ran classes like aqua zumba and water aerobics. You do need to reserve sunbeds fairly early, although this got easier toward the end of the week when the hotel became quieter. Towels are plentiful, and you can help yourself and swap them whenever needed. You can also scan the QR codes on the parasols to order drinks directly to your sunbed — a great touch. Kids Club & Entertainment The kids club was excellent. The staff were fantastic — friendly, enthusiastic, and you can tell they genuinely enjoy working with children. We were even reunited with one of the kids club staff we met at Lara Barut last year. There’s a full daily schedule with activities in several languages, and children can stay for as long or as little as they like. The indoor and outdoor areas are large, modern and extremely clean, with even the toilets being regularly checked and spotless. The mini disco takes place every evening at 8:30pm in a small amphitheatre within the fairground area near the waterpark, and was always great fun. Some nights there was further entertainment afterwards, such as circus shows, and there are also additional performances on the main stage elsewhere in the resort. The fairground was open daily from 8:30pm to 10:30pm and was great fun for children. They even have popcorn and candyfloss! Gym & Activities The hotel gym is excellent with great instructors — far nicer than the gym I use at home — and very well equipped. I joined a few outdoor classes near the community pool and really appreciated having the beautiful sea view while exercising. Food & Restaurants The main buffet restaurant, Zestful Bazaar, offers a wide choice of dishes. My only slight disappointment was that salmon and prawns were only available on a couple of nights, and watermelon or strawberries were never available. The variety seemed to reduce towards the end of the week, likely because the hotel was closing for the season the following week. There were also no self-service drinks machines, so you always needed to ask staff for drinks. This was different to Lara Barut, where Zestful Bazaar did have self-service drinks machines, as well as a broader overall food selection. We ate at the A-La-Carte restaurant Cibes three times, and the food and service were excellent. Menus are accessed via QR code, though I’m sure paper menus would be available if needed. Overall Despite the buffet not being quite as extensive as Lara Barut, this did not take away from what was an amazing holiday. Anda Barut is a beautiful hotel with outstanding facilities and truly fantastic staff. I cannot recommend it highly enough.