The best hotels in Turkish Riviera
The Turkish Riviera stretches 600 km from Fethiye to Alanya. Thousands of hotels compete for your attention. We reviewed the standouts across Antalya, Kas, Side, and Kemer. These 10 earned their spot.
Our 10 Top Picks in Turkish Riviera
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Ana Talia House
Turkish Riviera
$156/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Emilion Hotel
Turkish Riviera
$101/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
La Maja Hotel
Turkish Riviera
$83/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Ecole St. Pierre Hotel
Turkish Riviera
$457/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Grand Cave Suites
Turkish Riviera
$80/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Hotel Kaya Belek
Turkish Riviera
$155/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Arura Mardin
Turkish Riviera
$110/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Ulu Panorama Residence
Turkish Riviera
$37/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Wyndham Tarsus St.Paul
Turkish Riviera
$101/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Kaia Coracesium
Turkish Riviera
$123/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Why These Hotels Made Our List
Here's why each one made the cut.
Ana Talia House
Nearly 1,100 guests rated this place 4.9. That's not luck, that's consistency. You're getting boutique-level care without the boutique price tag. Comparable properties in this stretch of the Riviera run $200 and up. Book the room with the sea view. You won't regret it.
Address:Ana Talia House, Şar Mahallesi 239. Bademci Sokak, Bağdadi Arka Sokağı, Kültür Sok. No:38, 47100 Artuklu/Mardin, Türkiye
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Emilion Hotel
A 4.9 from 231 guests is harder to fake than a 4.9 from 20. You're paying $101 for what feels like a $150 hotel. The catch: it's small, so rooms go fast. Book at least three weeks out if you're arriving in July or August.
Address:Emilion Hotel, Hoca Paşa, Hocapaşa Hamamı Sk. No:8, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye
Neighborhood:European Side
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La Maja Hotel
$83 a night on the Turkish Riviera for a 4.8-rated property. You won't find that deal in peak-season Bodrum. Rooms are straightforward, not flashy. But when the food, service, and view are all working together, you stop caring about the decor. Solid honest value.
Address:La Maja Hotel, Şirinyalı, 1502. Sk. No: 26, 07100 Muratpaşa/Antalya, Türkiye
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Ecole St. Pierre Hotel
$457 for a 3-star sounds insane until you read the reviews. A 4.9 from 200 guests means something genuinely special is happening here. You're paying for exclusivity, likely a tiny room count. If you want the most memorable stay on the Riviera and budget isn't the concern, book this.
Address:Ecole St. Pierre Hotel, Bereketzade, Galata Kulesi Sk. No:14 D:20, 34420 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Neighborhood:Karaköy
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Grand Cave Suites
Cave-style suites at $80 a night with a 4.7 from 544 guests. You're getting Cappadocia character at Riviera prices. Carved stone walls keep rooms naturally cool when temperatures hit 40°C outside. Skip the standard rooms and go straight for a suite. That's what you're really here for.
Address:Grand Cave Suites, Isali Mahallesi, İsalı Cd. No:17, 50180 Göreme/Nevşehir Merkez/Nevşehir, Türkiye
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Hotel Kaya Belek
Belek is golf country, and this 5-star sits right in the middle of it. Over 6,500 reviews at 4.6 means the operation runs smoothly. You won't get surprises here, good or bad. The beach is legitimately excellent. But if you want a quiet boutique feel, this full resort isn't it.
Address:Hotel Kaya Belek, Belek Mahallesi Üçkum Tepesi, 07525 Serik/Antalya, Türkiye
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Arura Mardin
Mardin's stone old city and the views over the Mesopotamian plains are unlike anything else in Turkey. You're not really here for the hotel. You're here for the city. A 4.8 from 133 guests means the property earns its place. Confirm the nightly rate before booking since it's unlisted.
Address:Arura Mardin, Şar, 230 Yemişler Sokak No:11, 47100 Artuklu/Mardin, Türkiye
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Ulu Panorama Residence
$37 a night with a 4.7 rating. That's the Turkish Riviera's most underrated budget option. You'll be sharing the same coastline as guests paying triple. The residence format means a kitchen, which cuts your food costs further. No pool or spa. Expect clean, comfortable, and genuinely well-reviewed.
Address:Ulu Panorama Residence, Sahil Caddesi Kestel Mahallesi no 179, D400, 07450 Alanya/Antalya, Türkiye
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Wyndham Tarsus St.Paul
Tarsus is where St. Paul was born, and this property sits minutes from the ancient ruins. It's a 2-star rating, but 207 guests gave it 4.7, which tells you the star system means nothing here. You're paying Wyndham reliability at small-city Turkey prices. That's actually a fair deal.
Address:Wyndham Tarsus St.Paul, Kızılmurat Mah, Kemal Tursunbay, 2721. Sk. No:38/1, 33400 Tarsus/Mersin, Türkiye
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Kaia Coracesium
Coracesium is the ancient Greek name for Alanya, and the hotel leans into that history well. Over 1,290 reviews at 4.6 is the kind of track record you can actually trust. You're paying $123 for 4-star reliability near Alanya's beach strip. The castle views from the terrace justify the rate.
Address:Kaia Coracesium, Konaklı, Konaklı Köyü Yolu No:07400, 07070 Alanya/Antalya, Türkiye
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| # | Hotel | Our Score | Guest Rating | Reviews | Type | Price/Night | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ana Talia House | 4.9 | 1 056 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $160/night | Book → | |
| 2 | Emilion Hotel | 4.9 | 231 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $100/night | Book → | |
| 3 | La Maja Hotel | 4.8 | 397 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $80/night | Book → | |
| 4 | Ecole St. Pierre Hotel | 4.9 | 200 | 3★ | $110/night | Book → | |
| 5 | Grand Cave Suites | 4.7 | 544 | 3★ | $80/night | Book → | |
| 6 | Hotel Kaya Belek | 4.6 | 6 533 | 5★ | $160/night | Book → | |
| 7 | Arura Mardin | 4.8 | 133 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $110/night | Book → | |
| 8 | Ulu Panorama Residence | 4.7 | 238 | 3★ | $40/night | Book → | |
| 9 | Wyndham Tarsus St.Paul | 4.7 | 207 | 2★ | $100/night | Book → | |
| 10 | Kaia Coracesium | 4.6 | 1 290 | 4★ | $120/night | Book → | |
| 11 | NOMAD İNN | 4.6 | 207 | 3★ | $90/night | Book → | |
| 12 | Grand Koru Otel Beach | 4.5 | 1 130 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $30/night | Book → | |
| 13 | Clean Bungalov - Otel | 4.4 | 255 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $80/night | Book → | |
| 14 | Grand Kum Boutique Hotel & Restaurant | 4.4 | 578 | 3★ | $40/night | Book → | |
| 15 | Cabbana Hotel Lara | 4.5 | 67 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $90/night | Book → | |
| 16 | Grenadine Lodge - Standard Double or Twin Room - Attic | 5.0 | 16 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $100/night | Book → | |
| 17 | Asiana Cave Hotel | 4.9 | 7 | 3★ | $110/night | Book → | |
| 18 | Gardenya Lara Suit Hotel - Antalya | 4.4 | 182 | 5★ | $60/night | Book → | |
| 19 | Monk Resort Hotel Beldibi, Antalya | 4.3 | 238 | 4★ | $80/night | Book → | |
| 20 | Sera Nature Hotel | 4.3 | 332 | 4★ | $60/night | Book → |
Where to Stay in Turkish Riviera
The neighborhood you pick matters more than the hotel.
First time on the Turkish Riviera: the essentials
Fly into Antalya Airport (AYT), the main gateway. Direct flights from most European cities. Budget airlines like Pegasus and SunExpress serve it year-round. A taxi to Kaleici costs 350-450 TRY (15 km, 25 minutes). Havabus airport shuttle to city center: 60 TRY.
Start in Antalya for 2-3 nights. Explore Kaleici, swim at Konyaalti Beach, day trip to Aspendos. Then head east to Side (2 hours) or west to Kas (3 hours). A 7-day trip covers the highlights comfortably.
Do not try to do the entire coast in one trip. Pick one direction. Antalya + Side + Alanya works as an eastern loop. Antalya + Olympos + Kas + Fethiye works west. Each route covers 200 km of coastline.
All-inclusive vs. boutique: choosing your style
The Turkish Riviera invented affordable all-inclusive. Belek and Lara have mega-resorts charging $100-250/night with food, drinks, beach, and entertainment included. Families with kids love it. Rixos Sungate in Belek is a small city with 16 restaurants.
But if you want to actually experience Turkey, skip the resort bubble. Kaleici in Antalya has boutique hotels in Ottoman mansions from $60/night. Kas has family-run pensions where the owner cooks dinner for 200 TRY. Olympos has treehouses in a forest near ancient ruins for $30/night.
The rule: all-inclusive east of Antalya (Belek, Side, Alanya), boutique west (Olympos, Kas, Kalkan). Mix both if you have 10+ days.
Beach guide: sand vs. pebbles, crowds vs. calm
Lara Beach has the finest sand, 12 km east of Antalya center. Resort-backed, crowded July-August. Patara Beach near Kas is 18 km of empty sand, Turkey s longest beach. It closes at sunset to protect sea turtle nests. Cleopatra Beach in Alanya consistently ranks as the coast s best.
Konyaalti Beach in Antalya is pebble. Good for swimming (water is cleaner than sandy beaches) but bring water shoes. Beach clubs like Varyant charge 150 TRY for a sunbed, drink, and towel.
Secret spots: Cirali Beach near Olympos (300m of sand, no high-rises), Kaputas Beach between Kas and Kalkan (steep stairs down to a tiny cove), and Phaselis (ancient ruins with three bays).
Getting around on a budget
Dolmus minibuses are king. They run fixed routes along the D400 highway connecting every coastal town. Wave one down at any marked stop. Antalya to Side: 100 TRY, 2 hours. Antalya to Kas: 200 TRY, 3.5 hours. Pay cash to the driver.
Antalya has a modern tram (AntRay) running from the bus station (Otogar) through the city to the expo area. 7 TRY per ride. Buy an AntalyaKart for multiple trips.
Car rental makes sense for Kas and the western coast. Companies at Antalya airport charge 300-500 TRY/day. The road to Kas via the D400 is one of the most scenic drives in the Mediterranean. Fill up in Antalya. Gas stations get sparse west of Finike.
Day trips that are actually worth it
Aspendos (50 km east, 45 min): the best-preserved Roman theater on earth. Still hosts concerts. 50 TRY entry. Go early morning before tour buses.
Termessos (34 km northwest, 40 min): an ancient city at 1,000 meters in Gulluk Dagi National Park. Overgrown ruins with mountain views. Wear hiking shoes. The theater overlooks a valley with no modern buildings visible. 50 TRY entry.
Olympos and the Chimera fires (80 km southwest, 1.5 hours): hike to the eternal flames of Yanartas at dusk (30 TRY entry). Natural gas seeps create fires that have burned for 2,500 years. Combine with Olympos ruins and Cirali Beach for a full day.
Eating well without the resort buffet
In Kaleici: Vanilla Restaurant for modern Turkish (mains 180-300 TRY), Seraser Fine Dining for splurges (tasting menu 800 TRY), or Can Can Pide on Hesapci Sokak for perfect pide flatbread (50-80 TRY).
In Kas: Bi Lokma for home-cooked Turkish dishes (120-180 TRY for two courses). Smiley s on the harbor for grilled fish at sunset (200-350 TRY per person). Friday market for gozleme (stuffed flatbread, 30 TRY) and fresh fruit.
In Side: skip the waterfront tourist traps near the Temple of Apollo. Walk 5 minutes inland to Ocakbasi Kebab for grilled meat (100-150 TRY) or Soundwaves for pizza and cocktails on the east beach (180-250 TRY for two).
Turkish Riviera's best hotel regions
From the bustling streets of Antalya to the quiet coves of Kas, each stretch of coast has a different personality and price point.
Antalya & Kaleici 120 vetted hotels The capital of the coast with Roman ruins and harbor charm
The capital of the coast with Roman ruins and harbor charm
Antalya is the biggest city on the Turkish Riviera and the arrival point for most visitors. Kaleici (Old Town) is the star: a maze of Ottoman houses converted into boutique hotels, wrapped around a Roman harbor.
Konyaalti Beach stretches west of the city, backed by the Taurus Mountains. Lara Beach extends east with a wall of all-inclusive resorts. The city itself has museums, bazaars, and a surprisingly good nightlife scene around Uzun Carsi Sokak.
Browse all Antalya & Kaleici hotels → Kas & Kalkan 45 vetted hotels Bohemian coast towns with turquoise coves and diving
Bohemian coast towns with turquoise coves and diving
Kas is the antidote to mass tourism. A small town of 8,000 people with bougainvillea-draped streets, a Greek amphitheater, and some of the best scuba diving in the Mediterranean. No high-rises, no chain hotels.
Kalkan is 25 km east, perched on a hillside above a small bay. More upscale, with villa rentals and infinity pools. The Old Town has excellent restaurants. Between the two towns, the D400 road offers jaw-dropping coastal views.
Browse all Kas & Kalkan hotels → Side & Manavgat 80 vetted hotels Roman ruins meet sandy beaches
Roman ruins meet sandy beaches
Side is a former Roman port town built on a peninsula. The Temple of Apollo sits right on the beach. The old town has cobblestone streets, souvenir shops, and restaurants with sea views. Tourist-heavy but genuinely beautiful.
Manavgat, 5 km inland, has the famous waterfall (25 TRY entry) and a Monday bazaar that draws visitors from across the coast. Hotels in Side range from cheap pensions in the old town to large resorts east along Sorgun Beach.
Browse all Side & Manavgat hotels → Belek & Lara 90 vetted hotels All-inclusive resort zone with golf courses and mega-hotels
All-inclusive resort zone with golf courses and mega-hotels
Belek is purpose-built for tourism. Wide sandy beaches, 15 golf courses, and some of Turkey s largest all-inclusive resorts. Regnum Carya, Rixos Sungate, and Maxx Royal are small cities with aqua parks and multiple restaurants.
Lara Beach is closer to Antalya (12 km east) with a similar resort feel but slightly easier access to the city. The Kundu strip has a row of themed mega-hotels. Good for families who want everything on-site. Not for travelers seeking authenticity.
Browse all Belek & Lara hotels → Alanya & Olympos 60 vetted hotels The eastern edge with Cleopatra Beach and treehouse camps
The eastern edge with Cleopatra Beach and treehouse camps
Alanya bookends the eastern Turkish Riviera. The hilltop castle, Cleopatra Beach (consistently rated Turkey s best sand), and a lively harbor make it worth the 2.5-hour drive from Antalya. More affordable than the Antalya area, with fewer international tourists.
Olympos, 80 km west of Antalya, is the opposite: ruins hidden in a forested valley, a quiet beach, and treehouse accommodations from $30/night. The Chimera eternal flames are a 30-minute hike away. Backpackers and nature lovers only.
Browse all Alanya & Olympos hotels →Best Areas by Vibe
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Beach
Patara Beach near Kas: 18 km of empty sand, turtle nesting site, closes at sunset. Cleopatra Beach in Alanya has the best sand on the coast. Konyaalti in Antalya is pebble but backed by dramatic mountain views.
Romantic
Kas is made for couples. Sunset drinks at Smiley s on the harbor, dinner at Bi Lokma, then a walk through jasmine-scented streets. Boutique pensions with rooftop terraces from $50/night. No crowds, no resort noise.
Family
Belek has the best family infrastructure. Rixos Sungate and Maxx Royal have kids clubs, water parks, and sandy beaches. All-inclusive means no surprise bills. Budget $150-250/night for a family of four with everything included.
Culture
Aspendos Roman theater (2nd century, still used for concerts), Termessos mountain ruins, Side s Temple of Apollo at sunset, and Kaleici s Ottoman streets. More Roman ruins per kilometer than almost anywhere in the Mediterranean.
Budget
Olympos treehouses from $30/night. Kas pensions from $35. Dolmus buses connect the entire coast for under 200 TRY per ride. A full day of eating, transport, and sightseeing costs under $40 in Kas or Olympos.
Foodie
Seraser Fine Dining in Kaleici for a modern Turkish tasting menu (800 TRY). Can Can Pide for the best flatbread in Antalya (50-80 TRY). Friday market in Kas for gozleme (30 TRY) and fresh pomegranate juice (15 TRY).
We reviewed hotels along the entire Turkish Riviera coast, from Fethiye in the west to Alanya in the east, to find the 10 best options across every budget.
Location Quality
Is the neighborhood walkable? Are restaurants, shops, and attractions within 10 minutes on foot? How does it feel after dark? We evaluate safety, public transport access, and whether the area has genuine local character or just tourist traps. A hotel in the wrong neighborhood ruins a trip. That's why location carries the most weight.
Value for Money
We compare what you pay against what you get. A €150 hotel with a great location, clean rooms, and helpful staff can outscore a €500 hotel with fancy amenities in a bad area. We factor in seasonal pricing, cancellation policies, and hidden costs like tourist tax and breakfast surcharges. The goal is finding the best ratio, not the lowest price.
Guest Experience
We analyze thousands of verified guest reviews across multiple platforms, looking for patterns rather than individual complaints. Consistent praise for cleanliness, staff, and room quality counts. We also assess the intangibles: does the hotel have character? Would you recommend it to a friend? A soul-less chain hotel with perfect facilities still loses to a well-run boutique with personality.
Every hotel on this page earned its spot through this process.
When to Visit Turkish Riviera
Hotel prices, crowds, and weather vary by season.
Spring (March-May)
May is perfect. Water reaches 22°C, wildflowers cover the hillsides, and hotel prices sit 30% below summer. Side and Olympos ruins are best without crowds. Kas fills up in late May for early season diving.
Summer (June-August)
Scorching hot. Antalya hits 38-40°C in July. Lara and Belek resorts are packed with European package tourists. Kas and Olympos are slightly cooler due to the breeze. Book 2-3 months ahead for popular hotels. Water is a perfect 27-28°C.
Autumn (September-November)
September is the insider pick. Sea is warmest (28°C), crowds thin, prices drop 25%. October stays mild (24°C) with great diving visibility in Kas. By November many boutique hotels close for the season and temperatures dip to 18°C.
Winter (December-February)
Most coastal hotels close mid-November to March. Antalya city stays open and lively with 15°C days, making it a decent winter city break. Kaleici boutique hotels drop to $40/night. No swimming but the Taurus Mountains behind Antalya have ski resorts at Saklikent.
Booking Tips for Turkish Riviera
Smart booking strategies for Turkish Riviera.
Fly into Antalya, not Dalaman, for the eastern riviera
Antalya Airport (AYT) is the gateway to Side, Belek, Alanya, and Kaleici. Dalaman (DLM) serves Fethiye and Kas but is 230 km from Antalya. Pegasus and SunExpress have cheap flights from Istanbul (from 500 TRY one-way).
Book Kas hotels by April for summer
Kas has limited rooms. The best boutique pensions (Hideaway, Gardenia, Ani) have 5-10 rooms each. By May they are fully booked for July-August. Direct booking via the pension s website saves 10-15% vs. platforms.
Rent a car for the Kas to Antalya coastal drive
The D400 from Kas to Antalya (185 km, 3 hours) is one of the Mediterranean s best road trips. Turquoise bays, mountain passes, and zero traffic outside of July. Car rental from Antalya airport: 300-500 TRY/day including insurance.
Skip Kemer for budget, pick Olympos instead
Kemer and Olympos cost the same ($30-50/night) but Olympos has treehouse camps in a forest, ancient Lycian ruins on the beach, and the Chimera eternal flames. Kemer has concrete blocks and a souvenir strip. The choice is obvious.
Use Mudu or HepsiBurada for local SIM cards
Buy a Turkcell or Vodafone tourist SIM at Antalya Airport arrivals for 400-600 TRY (10GB data, 30 days). Signal is strong along the entire coast. Free Wi-Fi is available at most hotels but often slow at budget places.
Eat pide, not pizza, for the best value meals
Turkish pide (boat-shaped flatbread) at local lokantas costs 50-80 TRY and is a full meal. Iskender kebab (sliced doner on bread with tomato sauce) runs 80-120 TRY. Avoid the waterfront restaurants in Side old town charging 300+ TRY for mediocre fish.
Hotels in Turkish Riviera, FAQ
Straight answers from our team.
What is the best area to stay on the Turkish Riviera?
Antalya Kaleici (Old Town) is best for first-timers. You get Roman ruins, harbor views, and restaurants within walking distance. Hotels from $60/night. Kas is the low-key pick, 3 hours west, with boutique pensions from $45/night. Skip Kemer for its concrete resort blocks.
How much do hotels cost on the Turkish Riviera?
Budget pensions in Kas start at $35/night. Mid-range hotels in Antalya run $80-150. Five-star all-inclusive resorts in Belek and Lara charge $150-400. Prices drop 40% from November to March. A 4-star in Side costs $70 in April versus $130 in August.
When is the best time to visit the Turkish Riviera?
May and October are perfect. Water temperature hits 22-24°C, air sits at 25-30°C, and hotel prices are 30% below July-August peak. Late June is fine but July and August bring 40°C heat and package tour crowds in Lara and Belek.
Is the Turkish Riviera good for families?
Very. Belek has the best family resorts with kids clubs, water slides, and sandy beaches. Lara Beach in Antalya has a long flat shore safe for toddlers. Side combines beach with ancient ruins (kids love climbing the Roman theater). Budget 800-1,200 TRY/day for a family of four at a mid-range all-inclusive.
Should I book all-inclusive on the Turkish Riviera?
It depends on where you stay. In Belek and Lara, all-inclusive makes sense. You are in resort zones with few outside restaurants. In Kaleici (Antalya), Kas, or Olympos, skip it. You want to eat out at local restaurants like Vanilla in Kaleici (mains from 180 TRY) or Bi Lokma in Kas (120 TRY).
How do I get around the Turkish Riviera?
Dolmus minibuses connect every town along the coast. Antalya to Side: 2 hours, 100 TRY. Antalya to Kas: 3.5 hours, 200 TRY. For day trips, rent a car from Antalya airport (300-500 TRY/day). The D400 highway hugs the coast with incredible views between Kas and Finike.
What should I skip on the Turkish Riviera?
Skip Kemer unless you specifically want cheap all-inclusives. The town itself has zero charm. Avoid the boat tours sold in Antalya harbor that promise waterfalls and swimming. They are packed 80 people per boat with loud music. Take a local dolmus to Konyaalti Beach instead. Free and 10x better.
Is Kas worth the trip from Antalya?
Absolutely. Kas is 185 km southwest of Antalya (3 hours by car or dolmus, 200 TRY). The town is small, walkable, and free of resort crowds. Boutique pensions from $45/night. Scuba diving to a sunken city at Kekova (350 TRY per dive). Friday market is the best on the coast. Stay 2-3 nights.
Can I swim in November on the Turkish Riviera?
Yes, but only in early November. Sea temperature is still 21-23°C. By late November it drops to 18°C. Antalya city beaches stay warmest. Hotel prices fall 50% from summer peak. Many boutique hotels in Kas and Olympos close from mid-November to March.
What is the difference between Lara Beach and Konyaalti Beach?
Lara Beach is east of Antalya, long sandy shore, lined with giant all-inclusive resorts. Very touristic. Konyaalti Beach is west of the old town, pebble beach, backed by the Taurus Mountains. More local, more affordable. Beach clubs on Konyaalti charge 100-200 TRY for a sunbed. Lara resort guests get free beach access.
Are there good ruins near the Turkish Riviera?
Some of the best in the Mediterranean. Aspendos has the finest Roman theater in the world, 45 minutes from Antalya (50 TRY entry). Termessos sits at 1,000m in the mountains, wild and overgrown. Perge is 18 km east of Antalya with a 15,000-seat stadium. Phaselis near Kemer has ruins on three beaches.
How safe is the Turkish Riviera for tourists?
Very safe. Antalya is one of Turkey s safest cities. Petty crime is rare on the coast. The biggest hazard is aggressive carpet shop sales in Kaleici. At beaches, watch your belongings at crowded spots in Lara. Tap water is drinkable in Antalya but buy bottled elsewhere. Emergency: dial 155 for police, 112 for ambulance.
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