We thought we’d go for a touch of luxury today as we continue to check out the best options for a hotel with waterpark access, with a trip to Turkey to explore a top 5* offering.
The Rixos Sungate offers an All Inclusive Plus experience in a stunning beachfront location in the Antalya region of the country and is sure to provide a memorable backdrop to a summer break in the sun.
Accommodation comprises of a range of impressive options that go from regular hotel rooms through to more spacious suites and then large Lake Houses and Terrace Rooms that come with two bedrooms.
All rooms can sleep up to four people and come with all the amenities you would expect from a top class hotel, with some also including a Jacuzzi or access to a shared pool
Dining options are plentiful for guests to embrace, with two separate buffet restaurants and no fewer than seven different a la carte options.
That means you can sample cuisine from around the world over the course of your stay, with children even having access to their own buffet restaurant.
The pool area comprises of three large outdoor pools, including that is just for the use of children. All are surrounded by areas in which to sunbathe, with sunbeds provided. There is also an additional indoor pool that is heated during the off-season.
For those who want extra fun from their break, the hotel also has its own waterpark, where guests of all ages will enjoy the opportunity to sample the various fun-filled slides that are available.
For those who want to keep in shape, there is an air conditioned gym on-site, with a selection of sporting activities being offered that range from football and tennis, to volleyball or yoga.
Entertainment runs during the day and into the evening on a daily basis, with children’s clubs suitable for all ages from small babies through to teenagers who deem themselves too cool to stay with mum and dad!
There is also a spa that offers a range of treatments for those who want to be left feeling refreshed and relaxed during the course of their stay.
As an added bonus, guests can benefit from unlimited entrance to The Land of Legends Theme Park, which is located an hour up the coast and can be accessed on a free bus service.
Here, there are more than 40 waterslides as well as a watercoaster and a dolphin arena to enjoy..
Dining:
Turkuaz - Buffet. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with show cooking. Please note that a dress code applies
Veranda - Buffet. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with show cooking. Kids buffet available. Please note that a dress code applies
Aegean - A la carte. Serves a range of Greek and Turkish cuisine for dinner. Please note that a dress code applies
Teppanyaki - A la carte. Serves Japanese cuisine for dinner with show cooking. Please note that the hotel requests that gentlemen wear long trousers
Bonzai - A la carte. Serves Japanese cuisine for dinner. Please note that the hotel requests that gentlemen wear long trousers
Mermaid - A la carte. Serves dinner. Located on the beach. Please note that the hotel requests that gentlemen wear long trousers
Cactus - A la carte. Serves Mexican cuisine for dinner. Located on the beach. Please note that the hotel requests that gentlemen wear long trousers
Mandarin - A la carte. Serves Chinese cuisine for dinner. Please note that a dress code applies
La Rozetta - A la carte. Serves Italian cuisine for dinner. Please note that the hotel requests that gentlemen wear long trousers
Yummy Kids - Buffet. Serves lunch and snacks
Piano Bar - Piano bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct,, depending on occupancy). Please note that the hotel requests that beach wear is not worn
Cocktail Bar - Cocktail bar located on the beach (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 9.30pm and 12.30am, depending on occupancy)
Alara Bar - Disco bar located on the beach (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 9.30pm and 12.30am, depending on occupancy). Please note that the hotel requests that beach wear is not worn
Tunus Café - Lounge bar located in the gardens (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 9.00am and 12.00am, depending on occupancy)
Fantasy Bar - Pool bar located in the gardens (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 8.00am and 6.00pm, depending on occupancy)
Seaside Kiosk - Bar located on the beach (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 9.00am and 6.30pm, depending on occupancy)
Lotus Bar - Pool bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 10.00am and 12.00am, depending on occupancy)
Port Beach Bar - Beach bar located on the beach (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 9.00am and 6.30pm, depending on occupancy)
Dem Coffee and Tea House - Lobby Bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 7.00am and 12.00am)
Rixy Kids Bar - Bar located in the gardens (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 12.00pm and 4.00pm, depending on occupancy)
Chaos Disco Bar - Disco bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 12.00am and 3.00am). Please note that the hotel requests that beach wear is not worn and that gentlemen wear long trousers
Vitamin Bar - Bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 9.00am and 7.00pm)
Rixy Kids Pool Bar - Pool bar located in the gardens (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 9.00am and 6.30pm, depending on occupancy)
Billard - Sports bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 4.00pm and 12.00am)
Fitness Bar - Sports bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 9.00am and 7.00pm)
La Patisserie - Snack bar (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 3.00pm and 6.30pm). Serves food
Alara Snack - Snack bar located on the beach (open between 01 Apr and 31 Oct, between 12.00pm and 4.00pm, depending on occupancy). Serves food
Thai Noodle House - Snack bar located on the poolside (open between 01 May and 31 Oct, between 4.00pm and 6.00pm). Serves food
Satay House - Snack bar located on the poolside (open between 01 May and 31 Oct, between 4.00pm and 6.00pm, depending on occupancy)
All Inclusive Plus:
The All Inclusive Plus package includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the two main buffet restaurants, Turkuaz and Veranda (open depending on occupancy). Two additional à la carte restaurants are available for dinner (Aegean and Cactus, reservation required, one visit to one restaurant per stay). Snacks including desserts are available at selected times between meals for a minimum of 6hrs per day. Selected international branded drinks are available 24hrs per day
Facilities:
3 outdoor pools including children's pool and pool with children’s section (freshwater)
Sunbathing area with sunbeds and parasols
Aqua Park included, featuring: slides
Air conditioned gym with cardio fitness training equipment, aerobics studio, stretching zone and fixed strength equipment
Aerobics, aqua aerobics, badminton, basketball, climbing*, darts, football*, pilates, table tennis, tennis*, trampolining*, volleyball and yoga
Daily daytime entertainment including arts and crafts, racket sports, small team games, team sports, family and water-based activities
Daily evening entertainment including bingo, in-house entertainment shows, karaoke, live DJ, live music, mini-disco, professional shows and quizzes
Bowling Alley
Rixy Club (0-3yrs) - arts and crafts, small team games, sports, movie nights, water-based, story time, drama and music and games consoles (open between 10.00am and 11.00pm)
Rixy Club (3-12yrs) - arts and crafts, small team games, sports, story time and food-based (open between 01 Apr and 07 Nov,, depending on occupancy)
Rixy Club (12-17yrs) - arts and crafts, small team games, sports, movie nights, water-based, story time, food-based and drama and music (open between 01 Apr and 07 Nov,, depending on occupancy)
Children's playground - swings, climbing frame, merry-go-round , slides, adventure play area and shaded area (age and height restrictions may apply)
Indoor play area (up to 3yrs) - soft play area and TV and movie area. Supervised by hotel staff. (Open between 10.00am and 11.00pm)
Spa - sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, whirlpool and massage treatments*. (Open between 9.00am and 8.00pm)
Beauty treatments available
On-site hairdressers
Reception facilities including luggage storage and currency exchange
Land of Legends Theme Park included:
For arrivals between 01 Apr 18 and 31 Oct 18 guests will receive unlimited entrance into The Land of Legends Theme Park including return transfers. This all-new, awe-inspiring concept includes a colossal waterpark with 41 slides, a thrilling water coaster and an amazing dolphin arena! Transport to and from the park is included and will be arranged by your hotel. For guests on All Inclusive Plus at the hotel, please note that the usual inclusions of this board are not available at the theme park.
Location:
Beachfront
400m from the nearest shops and restaurants
4km from Beldibi resort centre
15km from Kemer resort centre
Transfer time approx. 1hr 15mins