Riverside Garden Resort

Hotels
Independent
6.8 (4 reviews)
S Sokak, Karavas, Northern Cyprus , Karavas , CY

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Sauna
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Free breakfast
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good value for money / reasonable price
Clean pools and relaxing facilities
Friendly staff mentioned by some guests (owner noted positively)
Comfortable and pleasant/green atmosphere
Tasty breakfast reported by several guests
Cons:
Inconsistent housekeeping (sheets not changed, unclean bathrooms, blocked drains)
Some staff reported as rude (receptionist, pool staff)
Rooms described as dated/shabby and in need of updating
Spa issues: musty environment and surprise extra charges
Limited beach shuttle times and many steps to certain rooms
Food/drink inconsistency (poor milk/coffee reported)
Some guests report property not matching booking photos

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Mixed reports: multiple guests praised cleanliness and found rooms and pools clean, but several reviews report inconsistent housekeeping (sheets not changed, toilets/bathrooms not properly cleaned, blocked drains).
Service
6.5
Mixed service feedback: some guests praised friendly, respectful staff and the owner; others reported rude reception and pool staff and an inattentive cleaning team.
Location
6.5
Location has positives (pleasant/green atmosphere, beach access via shuttle) but negatives include long walks/steps to rooms, limited shuttle times to the beach, and at least one guest saying the property differed from booking photos.
Room Quality
5.5
Rooms are described as comfortable by some, but several comments note dated, shabby rooms, blocked drains and the need for updating.
Amenities
7.5
Amenities are a strong point overall: multiple mentions of good pools and facilities. However, the spa received complaints (musty/dank, unexpected extra charges despite booking text).
Value for Money
8.5
Consistently positive: several guests specifically noted good value, reasonable pricing and that the hotel was an excellent choice for value for money.
Food and Beverage
7
Mixed F&B: breakfast was described as tasty by some, but other guests avoided on-site dining due to concerns (e.g., very poor milk/tea/coffee quality).
Overall Experience
6.9
Overall mixed-positive: many guests described enjoyable, stress-free stays and would return, while others were disappointed by dated rooms, poor housekeeping or service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-05-31 18:51

Property Description

Experience the ultimate getaway at Riverside Garden Resort, where relaxation meets adventure!

Recreational Opportunities: Dive into fun with our exhilarating waterslide, unwind in the sauna, or bask in the sun by our seasonal outdoor pool. The perfect blend of relaxation and excitement awaits you!

Culinary Delights: Satisfy your cravings at our two exceptional restaurants or enjoy refreshing drinks at one of our three bars. Our all-inclusive rates ensure delectable meals and beverages are included, with daily complimentary breakfast served for your convenience.

Comfortable Accommodations: Retreat to one of our 296 air-conditioned rooms featuring private balconies, refrigerators, and plasma TVs. Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi or catch up on your favorite shows with satellite programming.

Don't miss out on the perfect vacation experience—book your stay at Riverside Garden Resort today!

Important information:

  • The seasonal pool will be open from May to October.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

6.8
Based on 4 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 6.5
Location: 6.5
Room Quality: 5.5
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 6.9
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OYKAN solo_traveller tr
10
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
Çağatay solo_traveller cy
9
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
B
Baran couple de
6
The Bittersweet Revisit of a Childhood Memory
Pros:

I was at this resort in 2010, and back then it was perfect. The slides, the pools, the breakfast, the vibe, everything. I guess everything was more colorful back then.

When I booked it again in 2026, I knew I wasn't going to get the same experience. But maybe, deep down, I wasn't really prepared for just how different it would feel.

The place feels a bit left on its own. You can tell they're maintaining the facilities, but regardless of how well you maintain something, once it's too old and worn out, there's only so much you can do. That was the issue with our room. The shower didn't drain properly, and the sink always looked dirty because it's simply old and probably needs replacing. Quite frankly though, I don't think they could do much better without major renovations.

I also think resorts like this just aren't as common anymore. Back when I came here as a kid, the average person was settling down and having children. Now people my age are backpacking through Southeast Asia trying to find themselves. People have fewer kids, and even if they do, who can afford spending a week at a resort in this economy?

Will I stay here again? Probably not. But not because it was so bad that I would avoid it at all costs. I'd simply like to try somewhere else next time.

Do I think it was worth the money? Not really. The breakfast was fine, but I kept comparing it to how I remembered it in 2010, and I couldn't help feeling disappointed.

Shout-out to all the friends I made here in 2010: H, W, A, M, and T. I hope you're all doing well.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
V
Veli couple tr
7
2026-07-25 via Nuitee
O
omer burak family_with_children tr
10
Pros:

Haziran ayında ailemizle birlikte Riverside’da konakladık ve genel deneyimimiz beklentimizin çok üzerindeydi. Öncelikle otelin sunduğu hizmet, ödediğimiz ücretin çok daha üzerinde bir kaliteye sahipti. Fiyat/performans açısından bugüne kadar konakladığımız en başarılı otellerden biri diyebilirim. Tüm çalışanlar son derece güler yüzlü ve yardımseverdi. Özellikle misafir ilişkilerinde görev yapan, ismini ne yazık ki hatırlayamadığım hanımefendi, ilgisi, çözüm odaklı yaklaşımı ve samimi iletişimiyle tatilimize ayrı bir değer kattı.

Odamız, yataklar, banyo ve ortak kullanım alanları oldukça temizdi. Havuzların bakımı da düzenli yapılıyordu. Ancak oteli asıl özel kılan şey, muhteşem bahçesi ve atmosferiydi. Devasa bir alana yayılan yemyeşil bahçeler, büyük ağaçlar ve doğayla iç içe resort havası gerçekten huzur vericiydi. Bu kadar geniş ve özenle düzenlenmiş bir peyzajı korumanın ne kadar emek istediğini düşününce, gösterilen özen daha da takdir edilesi oluyor.

Otelde birden fazla büyük havuz, aquapark ve farklı dinlenme alanları bulunuyor. Eğer beklentiniz ultra lüks, tamamen kişiye özel VIP hizmetler ise belki farklı konseptte bir otel tercih edebilirsiniz. Ancak kaliteli, temiz, geniş olanaklara sahip, doğayla iç içe ve ailece keyifli bir tatil geçirmek istiyorsanız Riverside kesinlikle doğru adres. Aynı bütçeyle sıradan bir pansiyonda kalmak yerine, bu kadar büyük, bakımlı ve zengin olanaklara sahip bir resort otelde konaklamayı gönül rahatlığıyla tercih ederim. Biz çok memnun ayrıldık ve benzer bütçeyle tatil planlayan herkese içtenlikle tavsiye ediyorum.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
M
Meryem solo_traveller cy
8
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
S
Süleyman Öztinen Dünyam solo_traveller tr
10
Pros:

Hersey cok iyiydi kendini gelistiriyor

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
V
Volker solo_traveller de
10
Nichts
Pros:

Alles

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
N
Niko extended_group de
10
Alles in allem ein wirklich schöner Aufenthalt, wir kommen gerne wieder
Pros:

Wir waren mit unserem Aufenthalt wirklich sehr zufrieden. Das Hotel ist groß, aber trotzdem wirkt alles gut organisiert und nicht überfüllt. Besonders gefallen hat uns der private Strand dort konnte man in Ruhe entspannen und das Meer genießen.
Auch das Essen war richtig lecker. Es gab jeden Tag eine gute Auswahl, und alles war frisch und geschmackvoll zubereitet.
Ein weiteres Highlight war der Blick auf die Berge. Morgens auf dem Balkon zu sitzen und diese ruhige Aussicht zu genießen, war einfach wunderschön. Insgesamt ist das Hotel perfekt, wenn man sich erholen und ein paar entspannte Tage verbringen möchte. Wir würden auf jeden Fall wiederkommen.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
A
Armin solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Wunderbar

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
L
lukas solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

One of the best here

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
S
Serkan couple tr
1
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
D
Damir family_with_children gb
10
Good experience.
Pros:

Amazing and fully equipped room with a nice balcony. The staff was great with us , plus the spa treatment was just great exactly what we all needed after a long flight.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
T
TASKINLAR couple tr
2
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
E
Erdinç couple tr
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
G
Gürbüz extended_group tr
7
Fena değildi
Pros:

Havuzları gayet güzel

Cons:

Çok ses var ve odada eşyalar eski

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
M
mohamad solo_traveller tr
5
Pros:

good

Cons:

n

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
C
Cristian solo_traveller gb
7
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
B
Barış solo_traveller tr
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
C
Catharina couple no
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee