Is Jacaranda hotel in Alanya worth staying at — honest reviews

Some rooms in the main building have an unusual bathroom layout: the bathroom area is not closed by a proper door and only has a light curtain/partition. Couples or families may find this inconvenient.

According to recent reports, the room minibar includes a basic set of drinks: sparkling and still water, cola, Fanta, and juice.

The hotel reportedly becomes quiet after 11 p.m.: shows end around that time, and the buildings are generally calm despite the nearby road and construction.

Hotel policy: sun loungers cannot be reserved in advance — any items left on them are removed. Tour guides warn guests about this.

As of June 2026, sun loungers are in short supply: after 9 a.m. it is nearly impossible to find a free one, apparently because guests claim them with towels from early morning. Previous reviews consistently noted no lounger shortage — this season the situation has changed.

No iron is provided in the room. Ironing is available only as a paid service through housekeeping.

Bring thin water shoes from home — those sold near the hotel are thick and uncomfortable for sea entry.

The hotel accommodates around 1,500 guests and is fully booked in high season. The single restaurant functions like a large canteen with constant noise. Some sea-view rooms in the main building are located directly above the restaurant, where noise is present all day — guests have requested room changes for this reason.

Watermelon is served only in the evening and portioned out — four slices per person; additional servings require a separate request.

The on-site shop is very expensive: sunscreen costs €25, an inflatable mattress €30. Better to bring essentials from home. Bus No. 2 runs to the city (70 lira per person, about 30 minutes to the central bus station; payment accepted in dollars or euros).

Entertainment repeats on a weekly cycle: evening shows and mini-disco run the same programme, so stays longer than 7 nights mean seeing everything twice. Animators do a poor job of announcing activities — guests often find out about events only after they have already happened.

Cars — both staff vehicles and guest cars — drive freely and sometimes at speed through the villas and club room area. Children should not be left to walk there unsupervised.