We stayed here in October 2025 (UK Half Term), having chosen this Titanic hotel after a brilliant stay at the Bodrum property the previous year. We paid a similar price, so naturally expected a similar level of luxury. This hotel isn’t as polished or high-end as the Bodrum one, and the overall standards do feel lower, likely due to its age. The wider facilities and grounds are good, but the main building would benefit from modernisation, particularly the lobby, restaurant and bar areas. The kids’ club was excellent. Our little boy loved it, the team were fantastic, and the facilities are some of the best we’ve seen in a hotel. The slides and pool areas are great, but unlike Bodrum, sunbeds were very limited. We found ourselves getting up at 7am to put towels down, which we really didn’t want to do, but otherwise struggled to get a spot. Also, if you like full sun, the large slide structure blocks the afternoon sun on several beds. The sunbeds themselves were very comfortable and the pool area was kept clean, though the water was on the cold side. The beach area is lovely, but the natural sand on Lara Beach is darker and a little coarse in places. This isn’t the hotel’s fault, but if you’re expecting white, soft sand, you may need to adjust expectations. The restaurants were fine. We didn’t use the A La Carte options for dinner, only lunch, which was good. The main buffet felt extremely busy and loud, more hectic than relaxed. Some dishes were cold and the options became repetitive, though everything was clearly cooked fresh. It would have been nice to have a proper ice cream station and more fruit choices in the morning, particularly berries. Entertainment was low-key, which is fairly normal for the time of year, but the hotel was very busy and it did feel like the schedule could have been stronger. On the Turkish bank holiday they put on a DJ show, which was packed and well received, proving there was demand. It did feel a little like cost-saving. There also isn’t much to do outside the hotel, so evening entertainment becomes more important. We found the staff polite and helpful throughout, and had no issues. The towel attendant by the Olympic pool deserves a special mention. Two additional points worth noting. First, the football pitch was closed for maintenance for the entire week. This was a key reason we booked the hotel, so it was disappointing to arrive and find it shut, especially during school half term. Starting the work a week later would have made a big difference for families. Second, this may be purely coincidental, but a few days after returning home our little boy developed ringworm. As many children stroke the cats around the resort (and there are quite a lot of them, though most are timid), it may be worth other parents being aware. There is no evidence this came from the holiday, but it’s something to keep in mind. Lastly, security does need attention. The beach runs alongside other hotels and there are no checks when entering or leaving. On our final day, while sitting in the Patisserie, two men climbed over the perimeter and walked straight in through the back door. This is something the hotel should review for guest safety. With some investment and stronger management, the hotel has the potential to feel truly five star. We don’t regret staying and had a lovely holiday, but we wouldn’t return. We have stayed at very similar standard hotels that were 4 stars in Cyprus for example :)