The favourite hotel among British travellers with package holiday company TUI has been revealed.
TUI BLUE Barut Andiz in Turkey has been crowned the best TUI hotel for UK holidaymakers in 2026.
The adults-only hotel in Side came out top after scoring some of the highest guest ratings across the entire TUI portfolio.
UK travellers say they love the friendly staff, brilliant food and chilled and child-free setting – and many guests book again the moment they get home.
The hotel’s two à la carte restaurants are set on a first-floor terrace, so guests can soak up panoramic sea views at dinner.
There’s also an indulgent spa with a Turkish bath, and its own roof terrace looking out over the Mediterranean, plus a mix of solo and couples’ treatment rooms.
The hotel is just minutes from the beach and Side’s old town, making it a big hit with couples looking for an easy sunshine break with lots to do.
TUI BLUE Barut Andiz in Turkey has an impressive pool for guests to enjoy
It has a private beach, set along the beautiful Mediterranean shore, where you can enjoy refreshing drinks and stunning sunsets.
There are also plenty of pools on offer, from the swim-up pool, which can be reached directly from certain rooms, and a large outdoor pool for general use.
The hotel also topped the charts in several other European countres, proving it’s a consistent crowd pleaser.
And it won’t break the bank either, as TUI offers a seven-night holidays to Side, Turkey staying at Barat Andiz on an all-inclusive basis from £1,273 per person.
That’s £181.86 a night.
Reviews of the hotel rave about the facilities and luxurious ambience.
One visitor wrote on Google reviews: ‘One of the nicest hotels we have stayed in. We had a swim-up room and both the room and the swim-up area were immaculate. There was a bottle of wine in our room on arrival with a full mini bar and lots of water. All of the hotel facilities were immaculate.’
A second chimed in: ‘What really make this hotel standout is the service provided by all the staff , they all make you feel special.’
A third noted: ‘Exceptional hotel and staff. Easy to see why the reviews are so good. All the staff are so attentive and nothing is too much trouble for them.
‘Food was excellent and plentiful. The manager was there from early morning till last thing and always stopped for a chat. No wonder it’s been voted the best hotel for a number of years.’
The UK winner was announced at the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2026 hosted in Berlin on March 2, which recognise the hotels that deliver the best holiday experiences.
Only hotels achieving a top 10 per cent Customer Satisfaction Score from a pool of more than 13,000 hotels qualify for consideration.
From boutique hideaways to large-scale resorts and groundbreaking sustainability leaders, the 2026 awards spotlight excellence across 22 categories, including several new lifestyle-focused distinctions.
The hotel also has swim-up rooms, from which you can access a main pool directly
In other categories in the awards, the Best Large Hotel in the World was voted to be TUI BLUE Sarigerme Park in Türkiye.
Guests rave about the beachfront setting, huge gardens, great food and packed activity programme. It’s especially popular with families.
New lifestyle-themed awards and updated geographic groupings showcase the broad diversity of TUI’s hotel partners across regions and experiences.
The Best Boutique Hotel in the World as voted by customers was Lindos Blu Luxury Hotel & Suites in Rhodes.
Sebastian Ebel, CEO of TUI Group, said: ‘In a market shaped by rising expectations and rapid change, these hotels haven’t just delivered.
‘Their commitment to exceptional service and unforgettable guest experiences sets a global benchmark. We’re incredibly proud of our partners and grateful for everything they do for our guests worldwide.’
David Schelp, CEO of TUI Markets + Airline, said: ‘The success of our award-winning hotels is driven by dedicated teams who work relentlessly to create exceptional experiences for our mutual guests.
‘We’re honoured to work with partners who show this level of passion and excellence every day.’
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