Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa

We decided to spend our summer holiday this year at Cornelia Diamond in Belek, and we definitely do not regret our choice.

The hotel is no longer one of the newest resorts in Belek, and you can see its age in some areas, especially when compared with newer hotels built in a more modern style. However, what Cornelia Diamond still does exceptionally well is service, cleanliness and its staff. The entire resort is very well maintained and the staff are genuinely one of its biggest strengths.

We travelled at the end of July/beginning of August, during peak season, and the hotel was completely full. Despite this, everything was handled extremely well. We could always find a sunbed – before around 9:30 am, even in the first rows around the pool, and later there were still plenty available either around the pool or at the beach.

The service in the main restaurant was excellent. Drinks arrived at the table almost immediately, plates were cleared continuously, and there were plenty of staff everywhere. It was obvious that the hotel is very well managed.

The room

We stayed in a standard room of approximately 50 m², which was very spacious. It had a walk-in shower as well as a bathtub, a separate toilet and a very large balcony.

Food & drinks

The food was one of the highlights of our stay. Everything was very well seasoned and there was a genuinely good variety.

There was a particularly good selection of fish and grilled dishes, as well as excellent pizza, fantastic pide and a wide range of desserts. We never felt that anything was running out or that there was a shortage of food.

Premium alcoholic drinks were available in all bars.

For lunch, we could choose between the main buffet restaurant, the Dome restaurant, or an à la carte option. The Dome offered a buffet with soups, fish, meat, grilled chicken, chips, a salad bar, a fruit bar, waffles, churros and other desserts. The à la carte restaurant offered around 30 dishes prepared to order.

Another big plus was the availability of fresh orange juice in all bars as well as in the main restaurant.

The fruit selection was also very good, including watermelon, yellow melon, dragon fruit and many other varieties.

Pools & beach

The hotel has four outdoor pools, an aquapark with six slides for adults, and a separate aquapark for younger children.

The pools were clean and well maintained. The beach is sandy with a very gentle entry into the sea and very few pebbles. There is also a pier with a bar, which was a nice addition.

There are around nine bars throughout the resort, and we never experienced significant queues anywhere.

For families with children

The kids’ club was excellent – beautiful, modern, clean and very well equipped.

We particularly liked the children’s restaurant. In fact, the food there was so good that I think many adults would have happily eaten there instead of at the snack bar. 😊

Ice cream was available throughout the day, both scooped ice cream and packaged Algida products such as Twister and Cornetto. There was also slushie available.

A few things to be aware of

As we have stayed at quite a few hotels in this category in Belek over the past few years, I also want to mention a few minor drawbacks:

• Most soft drinks were served from post-mix machines. Bottled mineral water was also available, including in glass bottles.
• The selection of packaged ice creams did not change during our stay. There were around 4–5 varieties, but the same ones were available every day. Other hotels we have stayed at offered a larger or more frequently changing selection.
• Daytime entertainment is very low-key. Do not expect pool games, music around the pool or the typical morning resort dance. There were activities such as yoga, darts and boccia, but overall the atmosphere is very quiet. For some people this may feel a little boring, but for others it will be a major advantage. If you are looking for a peaceful resort rather than a lively entertainment programme, Cornelia is a very good choice.
• Dinner seating was slightly unusual. There were mostly tables for two and then large tables for 8–12 people. Since the larger tables were placed very close together, we ended up sitting next to other guests almost every evening. It wasn’t a major issue for us, but it did feel a little strange.

Overall

Overall, Cornelia Diamond left us with a very positive impression.

Yes, the hotel is no longer one of the newest resorts in Belek and some areas could benefit from a more modern design. However, the things that matter most to us on an all-inclusive holiday – excellent service, cleanliness, good food, plenty of staff, a beautiful beach and well-maintained facilities – were all there.

The staff were professional and attentive throughout our stay, and even at full occupancy the resort never felt chaotic or poorly managed.

If you can find Cornelia Diamond at a good price, I would definitely recommend it. We would happily return. 😊

"In a single word: simply fantastic!"

As loyal guests of the sister hotel Cornelia Deluxe, we stayed at the Cornelia Diamond for the very first time, and we loved it. This hotel more than lives up to its reputation!

Service & Hospitality: From the warm welcome to our departure, everything was top! The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful.

Accommodation & Atmosphere: The rooms are extremely neat, comfortable, and well-maintained.

Culinary Experience: The food is simply delicious, offering an enormous selection and fantastic quality across all restaurants. A special thank you goes out to Cavit & team (Taipei Restaurant) and Ahmet & team (Main Restaurant) for their wonderful service and personal touch.

Animation & Sports: The sports activities were also an absolute hit. We enjoyed the volleyball, zumba, fitness, and step aerobics classes. A huge thank you to the entire animation team, and especially to Mira: your Zumba classes always guaranteed fun, energy, and an everlasting smile!

The adult zone was also a a major advantage.

The cocktails are fantastic.

In short: Cornelia Diamond is an absolute must-visit. We will gladly return here in the future!