Liu Resorts – All inclusive

1. Bar & Package Price This year, the bar lacked a responsive Russian‑speaking bartender. Two years ago, the pool bar had an excellent bartender from Belarus who paid attention to every guest and shared the stories behind each cocktail. The package price from Moscow this year (6 nights, 2 adults + 1 child) was around €3,500 including flights, accommodation, and transfers. For comparison: in May 2024, 10 nights cost only €2,842! 2. Sea The sea was very dirty for the first 3 days – there was even floating debris, which really spoiled the mood at the start of the holiday. However, by day 5, especially before noon, the water became perfectly crystal clear. 3. Coffee We really enjoyed the coffee bar, especially the cold matcha with banana bread flavor. 4. Staff & Salaries Based on the room cleaning quality and the staff's overall mood, it was clear that their salaries are very low. Even €800 per month is far too little for this level of hotel. In my opinion, bartenders and waiters should have a base salary of at least €1,500–2,000, excluding tips. 5. Massage The hotel massage, even with a discount, was 2–3 times more expensive than outside the hotel. For example, a 90‑minute treatment costs €75, but only 30 minutes of that is actual massage – the rest is scrubs, masks, and sauna. 6. Activities Morning canoe trips have been introduced, which was a pleasant surprise. 7. Kids' Club The kids' club was very good this year, especially the complimentary children's activities. 8. Food The food was very varied and tasty, with the exception of the shrimp. This year there was no black caviar (I personally prefer red caviar, and black caviar feels excessive). As always, the sea bass fillet was delicious, and the grilled steaks were also great. The omelets were tasty, though one was slightly burnt. Special thanks to the pastry section – the San Sebastián cheesecakes and honey cake were absolutely outstanding. 9. À la Carte "Rouge" This year it has improved – the food and presentation were excellent, and the wine there was better than at the buffet. 10. Wine The standard house wine (both white and red dry) had a slight bitter aftertaste, in my opinion – I would prefer better quality wine. 11. Staff from Kazakhstan Special thanks to the Russian‑speaking staff from Kazakhstan – they were very responsive and easy to talk to. 12. Food Towards the End of Service If you came toward the end of lunch or dinner, the food selection was noticeably smaller. 13. Overall Impression The hotel left a good impression overall. It's clear that management is optimizing costs while trying to maintain the quality, concept, and service of previous years. However, the 2026 package prices for Turkey seem quite high – not just for Russia, but also for Europe. I would love to return to Liu Resort and Turkey again, provided the prices are reasonable.

We would definitely return to Liu Resorts. We were extremely satisfied with our stay. The food was by far the best quality we have experienced at any hotel we have visited in Turkey. Everything tasted delicious, and there was plenty of variety throughout our two-week stay. Our favorites were the desserts and the pastries served at breakfast. The hotel was exceptionally clean, and everything was beautifully designed and well maintained. We also really enjoyed the evening entertainment, which was of a high standard. The relaxation pool was one of our favorite areas, as it was wonderfully peaceful. Occasionally, the music could have been a little quieter, but overall it was a great place to unwind. There were also plenty of sports activities organized throughout the day. We especially enjoyed the beach volleyball, and Emrey running it made it even more fun with his enthusiasm and friendly attitude. Our room was always spotless, and the housekeeping staff did an excellent job. It had been a long time since we had stayed in such a clean hotel room. We also really appreciated the thoughtful little touches, such as decorating the bed, placing roses in the room, and even surprising us with a heart-shaped balloon. It’s these small gestures that make a stay feel extra special, and we truly appreciated them. There are some small things that we think can improve. 1. The service in the main restaurant was not always consistent. On several occasions, we had to ask for our drinks ourselves because the waitstaff walked past without taking our order. Sometimes, our meals were almost finished before our drinks arrived. 2. The outdoor seating area at the main restaurant is somewhat limited. We enjoy dining outside, but there were not enough tables available, so we often had to eat indoors instead. Unfortunately, we didn’t find the main restaurant very cozy or inviting when dining inside. 3: We also missed having an à la carte lunch option during the afternoon. We really appreciated this at other hotels we have stayed at, and it was something we felt added a lot to the overall experience.

Unfortunately, I have a very serious issue to report. During our stay, $200 in cash disappeared from my girlfriend’s bag. We barely use cash at all. When we first counted the money a few days into our stay, we noticed that there was $500 instead of the original $600. We thought we might have made a mistake, so we took another $100 from the wallet, leaving exactly $400. After that, the remaining $400 was counted carefully several times. The banknotes were also arranged in a specific order, which made it easy to check the exact amount. The day before departure, while packing our belongings, we counted everything again and confirmed that there was exactly $400. The money was then placed in the wallet and kept in the same place. However, on the day of departure, while we were already on the bus, we checked the wallet again and found only $300. We do not normally use cash, the money was always kept together in one place, and the amount was counted correctly several times. The banknotes were arranged in a specific order, so it was very clear when something was missing. The money was kept inside the wallet, so it could not simply have been lost somewhere. I strongly encourage the hotel management to contact me directly to discuss compensation for the missing $200 and, most importantly, to investigate what happened and check with the relevant staff. This is a very serious matter and I expect the hotel to take it seriously.

In general we really enjoyed our stay and it was a beautiful place. The food was good, the rooms and overall areas were clean and nice. It was really easy to get to other places, only about hour drive or less to most turist places. However it was quite annoying that the servers in the main dining hall did not speak sufficient basic English. They didnt even know what we wanted when we asked for more napkins or asked for cocktails with a little less alcohol.

We had an excellent stay at this hotel. Although it is one of the relatively smaller resorts in the area, what it may lack in land size it more than makes up for with its heartfelt welcome and outstanding customer service. From the very first interaction with the amazing front desk team, especially Orban (I hope I remembered his name correctly) the high level of service truly stands out. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always ready to help, doing so sincerely and without ever being intrusive. Check‑in is quick and smooth, and any request is handled efficiently, setting a positive tone for the entire vacation. The food is tasty, fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented. Each day offers a wide selection of dishes, from traditional Turkish cuisine to international favourites, ensuring there is always something enjoyable to try. The bar is also excellent, offering a wide range of drinks, well‑crafted cocktails, and quality alcohol. The bartenders are professional, fast, and always welcoming, adding to the overall pleasant atmosphere. The Coffee Lab stations deserve special mention with the two guys from Istanbul running the one close to the main pool being true baristas. The variety of coffees is impressive, and the espressos and cappuccinos were exactly the quality we enjoy back home, which was very surprising and comforting. The hotel grounds are modern, stylish, and very well maintained. Everything is thoughtfully designed: the relaxation areas, pools, and beach are all clean, comfortable, and inviting. The gym is small but equipped well enough to allow you to maintain form. The only aspect that could be improved is the quality and variety of the evening entertainment, as the shows felt a bit similar from night to night. Overall, Liu Resorts offers a perfect combination of great service, delicious food, an excellent bar, and a warm, welcoming staff. Everything is truly wonderful, and the stay leaves only positive impressions.