Trendy Lara

We recently stayed at Trendy Lara, and overall our experience was mixed. The hotel has many positive aspects, but unfortunately there were also numerous issues that significantly affected our vacation. Because of that, I would rate this hotel 2 out of 5 stars.
Our disappointment started immediately after check-in. The towels in our room had large holes in them, which is simply unacceptable for a five-star hotel. Even more disappointing was the fact that the reception staff never apologized or acknowledged the issue.
Another major problem was the complete lack of information at check-in. Nobody explained where the restaurants, pools, snack bars, or other facilities were located. We only discovered on the third day that there was a separate snack area open during lunchtime on the opposite side of the resort. A simple welcome briefing would have made a huge difference.
The bathroom also had serious issues. The water pressure in the shower was extremely weak, the handheld shower head leaked badly, and the ceiling rain shower did not work at all. Our room view was equally disappointing—we were looking directly at a gravel-covered roof, which felt more like a budget hostel than a luxury resort.
The adults' water park was another frustration. Although children under 120 cm were officially not allowed to use the slides, the staff did not enforce this rule. As a result, there were many small children using the attractions, creating waiting times of 15–20 minutes for the main slides.
The bars offered only a small menu of signature cocktails. It would be much more convenient if guests could see a complete cocktail menu instead of having to guess what the bartenders were able to prepare.
We also wanted to play tennis during our stay. First, we spent about 40 minutes trying to find the tennis court. Once we found it, there were no rackets or ********** available. We asked a staff member where we could get them, and his answer was simply, "I don't know." We then spent another hour searching for the equipment ourselves.
Service quality was inconsistent. Some employees genuinely cared about guests and did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. Others seemed to avoid work and showed little interest in helping anyone.
The pool area had another common problem. Although the pools officially opened at 8:00 a.m., almost all front-row sunbeds were already occupied by towels. Many of these sunbeds remained empty for hours because guests never returned, while other visitors had nowhere to sit.
The beach was below expectations for a luxury resort. It was not particularly clean, facilities were limited, and only part of the walkway to the sea had been completed. Since the sand became extremely hot, walking barefoot to the beach was uncomfortable.
The hotel's location is also quite isolated. When we arrived, the road nearby was under construction, and there were no shops, pharmacies, or other facilities within walking distance. If you need anything outside the resort, you have to take a taxi.
Wi-Fi was one of the biggest disappointments. Although the hotel advertises coverage across almost the entire property, the connection was weak and unstable. Sometimes it was impossible to load even simple web pages. On top of that, I had to log back into the network around ten times every day.
On our last afternoon, at 3:30 p.m., we wanted to play darts. We asked where we could do that, but were told it was only available the next morning at 10:00 a.m. Since it was our final day, it was difficult to understand why the staff could not simply provide a dartboard and darts for casual use.
Food selection was enormous, and there was plenty available throughout the day. However, around one-third of the dishes were unfamiliar, with very little information about flavors or ingredients. It was difficult to know what to expect, so we mostly chose familiar options. Desserts were also quite repetitive. We tried several new dishes, but many of them simply did not suit our taste. In addition, some items, such as the salmon, did not always seem perfectly fresh.
Another small but recurring inconvenience was the table setup during meals. Guests were provided with only half of a paper napkin, which was often insufficient. In addition, there were no toothpicks available on the tables. As a result, we constantly had to ask the staff for extra napkins or toothpicks after meals. While this may seem like a minor detail, these small inconveniences matter in a hotel that presents itself as a five-star resort and noticeably affect the overall dining experience.
The TV in the room felt outdated. It was built into the wall, had no Smart TV functions, and there was no practical way to connect an HDMI cable. Every time it was turned on, the initial setup appeared again in Arabic, which quickly became frustrating.
One morning we asked reception for a simple digestive tablet, but were told to take a taxi to a pharmacy. It was surprising that a five-star hotel did not even have a basic first-aid kit for guests.
The public restrooms near the bars also had no air conditioning. After just a few minutes inside, they felt more like a sauna than a hotel restroom.
Guests reach the beach using small shuttle boats. While they work, the boats already look worn, and the boarding piers appear dirty and poorly maintained. Since the hotel is not directly on the beachfront, evening walks along the sea are impossible. If you forget something in your room, returning from the beach takes quite a while.
Despite all these negatives, the hotel also has many strengths. The resort grounds are huge, beautiful, and perfect for walking. The food selection is excellent overall, and most dishes are tasty. Alcoholic beverages are of good quality, and food and drinks are available almost around the clock. The entertainment program is another highlight, with foam parties, live music, and professional evening performances every night. We also appreciated the adults-only dining section, which provided a peaceful atmosphere away from children.
A special thank you goes to Mevlüt, one of the waiters. He was exceptionally friendly, polite, attentive, and always willing to help. Employees like him truly make a positive difference and deserve recognition.
**Overall, we did enjoy parts of our holiday and created many good memories. However, there were simply too many avoidable problems and too little support from the hotel staff when issues arose. Instead of fully relaxing, we often felt stressed and frustrated. For that reason, I would rate Trendy Lara 2 out of 5 stars.

Vi var der i 10 dager for den andre gangen. Maten er fantastisk, rikelig utvalg. Mye variasjon og temakvelder. Servicenivået er bra, var like bra forrige gang også. Hotellet er kjempe stort, rent og pent men har ikke noe utsikt. Det er ikke bra turmuligheter rundt hotellet, mye søppel osv. Bassengene er store og fine. Mulighet for nye badehåndklær hver dag. Ikke alltid ledige solsenger. Skulle ikke vært tillatt og reservere solsenger fra tidlig morgen for så å bruke sengene først utover dagen. Mange barer. Ikke den beste underholdningen, vi har opplevd mye bedre. Renholdet var ok. Gym på hotellet var som forventet.
MEN... jeg ble dårlig med diare og vondt i magen den dagen vi reiste hjem. Fikk vite om andre på hotellet også var syke.

Perfectly kept and cleaned daily.
All towels changed daily.
Daily refill of beverages in the fridge.
Excellent service.
100% satisfaction guaranteed.

Fantastisk fint hotell med hyggelig personale som sørget for at du hadde det du trengte til en hver tid. God og variert mat hver eneste dag, som var et stort pluss! Og løsningene på restaurantene var veldig fine. Vi stortrivdes fra start til slutt!
Eneste som var litt minus var stranden, men kun filleting! Vi kommer gjerne tilbake til dette hotellet!

Første natten fikk jeg handikappet rom, som hadde meget dårlig standard for så mye penger jeg hadde betalt, så fikk jeg byttet til er bedre rom dagen etter. De begynner å ringe før 12 om at du må sjekke ut av rommet, flere ganger. Det er plagsomt. I det hele tatt skulle gjesten beholdt dette rommet til nærmest man ble hentet av transporten til flyplass.

Fint hotell. Ikke belek standard, men bra for små barn. Underholdningen var for mye rettet mot russiske og tyske. Strand var ikke så bra, men gøy for barn å prøve styre båten dit. Var uansett mest i bassenget. Ok mulighet for solsenger.

Alt var utmerket, men fryktelig mye veps i bassengbaren og uteplassen tilhørende buffé restauranten.

Fantastisk hotell