12 best resorts in Turkey on the Mediterranean Sea – which one to choose for recreation, photo, description, map
Turkish resorts on the Mediterranean Sea are among the most popular among Russians. It is they who are most often offered to visit in tourist offices. Pleasant climate, “promoted” infrastructure, hotels for every taste, ancient sights – in a word, a vacation spent here will bring only positive emotions. And yet, each resort has its own advantages and disadvantages. And it is better to know about them in advance.
Antalya
Well, what Russian has not heard the name of this most popular resort? It is located 16 km from the airport, characterized by a developed infrastructure. There are wonderful pebbly and sandy beaches, many of which have the prestigious Blue Flag distinction. Anyone can come to Antalya – families with small children, parents with teenagers, young people, and the elderly.
The main thing is to carefully consider the choice of a hotel, to find among the large number of offers the option that is most suitable for you. After all, the most active life is in hotels. You won't be bored in Antalya. There are water parks and attractions, shows and other entertainment programs, clubs for children, excursions. The hotels always take care of the kids – a special menu, suitable furniture, playgrounds, shallow pools, animators and babysitters, everything is here. And the sea is great for kids – you can splash around in the vast shallow water as much as you like.
Bars and nightclubs work for young people, hiking trips are organized for you, and extreme types of entertainment are offered in the company of peers.
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Belek
A very popular and at the same time expensive resort, since most of the hotels here have a 5 * category. There are not too many young people here. Basically, families with children and respectable tourists, golf enthusiasts come to Belek – the playing fields here are first-class. Europeans value more than others. But to relax in Belek and save money – this is unlikely to work. Some tourists choose this place to show their social status. In the winter season, football teams come to Belek for training camps. Getting here is easy. Antalya Airport is only half an hour away.
The beaches are sandy, which is what families with small children prefer. Another plus is that the depth increases very gradually. The area is green, there are many gardens and parks, even in the hot months it is easy to breathe here. It will be comfortable for parents with children. In each hotel, the baby will be able to provide suitable dietary nutrition, provide a crib, high chair and other necessary furniture. In restaurants, things are set in such a way that you can take milk or prepare milk formula around the clock.
Playgrounds, children's rooms, clubs are equipped, there is animation. Rest will be especially useful for sick and weakened children. Pine and eucalyptus trees grow here, so the air is truly healing. Rafting, visiting a nature reserve and a water park are popular among entertainments.
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Side
The ancient city, founded in the 7th century BC, is now a popular Turkish resort with an abundance of attractions. It is best to come here in June or September, when it is not very hot, but in general the season is long – from May to October. There are 2 large beaches, hotels are located mainly near the western one, and the ruins of ancient buildings are located near the eastern one. The most convenient way to get to Side is by flying into Antalya Airport.
Shopping lovers should come to Side. Here they sell national Turkish sweets, clothes, shoes, jewelry, souvenirs. Prices are initially inflated, so you need to bargain. You can pay not only in local currency, but also in euros and dollars. There are many European tourists here, so food is quite expensive. But they cook deliciously – especially seafood dishes. To save on food, it is better to eat in suburban cafes. Be sure to visit the ancient city, which is located on the territory of Side. He is very picturesque. Particularly impressive is the Temple of Apollo.
Kemer
One of the best resorts in Turkey, which is suitable for absolutely everyone. Families with very young children, elderly people who do not tolerate the heat very well, and young people who are thirsty for outdoor activities can come here for vacation. The climate is very comfortable. A large number of green spaces, breezes blowing from the sea, mountains – in a word, even in the hottest months it is very easy to breathe here.
The beaches are mostly pebbly, there is also sand, but it is imported. The bottom is also rocky. Therefore, the water is very clean. Yes, and the locals are kind to cleaning the beaches. It is no coincidence that there are so many Blue Flags here. The season runs from May to October. You can relax in Kemer itself – this is the best option for young people, since in the evening there is always where to go – discos, nightclubs.
And you can choose one of the many villages belonging to the territory of the city – and enjoy peace and quiet. The hotels here are quite comfortable. There are many pines, firs, citrus trees. The air here is simply incomparable.
Гейнюк
Located at the foot of the Taurus Mountains. It was here that representatives of the Lycian civilization settled down in ancient times. Warm and mild climate, turquoise sea, which warms up to +27°C in July, the presence of numerous attractions – all this makes Goynuk very attractive for tourists. Hotels here – for every taste. You can stay in 5 * and not know worries throughout your vacation, because such hotels are cities in miniature, they have everything you need.
And you can save money by choosing a modest boarding house – everything will be at home, you will get acquainted with real Turkish cuisine, feel the friendly atmosphere of local families, and at the same time save money. What to do in your free time? You can go to the national park, go on a horseback tour, jeep safari, explore the local caves and grottoes, admire the canyons. The nature here is very picturesque! There are also enough shops where you can buy things, souvenirs and products in the vicinity. You will also remember a picnic in a pomegranate grove.
Introduction
It is located next to Kemer, the most convenient way to get here is from Antalya Airport. The road will take 1-1.5 hours. It is best to come in early September – families with children will already disperse, peace and quiet will reign in a small village. Gentle, very clean sea, inexpensive hotels, an abundance of fruits – all this is Kirish. At the end of September, it may already rain, and the sea will seem cold after the storms.
On the way from the airport to Kiris you will see many palm trees, however, they are all imported. You can enjoy the enchanting views of the Mediterranean Sea. The atmosphere is completely different than in Kemer. If noise and fun reign there, there are many incendiary discos, nightclubs, then in Kirish everything is quiet and calm. True, a lot depends on the hotel where you stay. In those hotels that have long been loved by tourists from Russia, you will be played “Vladimirsky Central” and other equally soulful songs until the morning.
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Avsallar
Another small and very cozy village. It was founded in the middle of the 19th century, and since then people have been coming here to relax and swim in the Mediterranean Sea. Suitable for youth companies and families with children. This place has a great tourist potential, while prices here are still low.
Nature is very good here, sea water heats up quickly and cools down only by the end of October. And, due to the fact that the village is located in a bay, storms will not make any adjustments to your vacation, there are rarely big waves here. Most of the beaches are sandy and pebbly, the entrance to the sea is gentle, expanse for children. Although the resort is small, there are enough shops here.
You can buy exotic souvenirs, buy clothes ranging from swimwear and T-shirts to jackets and cardigans. There is a dolphinarium and a water park here. You can visit Cleopatra Island and Turtle Island. Tourists are attracted by the Olive Cave, waterfalls.
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Konakli
This is a quiet place where even in high season there are not many tourists. Nightlife here is also not in full swing. However, the beach is beautiful. Its length is almost 6 km. Therefore, the local hotels are, as a rule, at the water's edge. The beaches are mostly pebbly. There are also sandy ones, but they are few. Very picturesque rocks. For entering the sea, tourists are advised to purchase special shoes.
The resort itself is small, green, tidy. Cozy streets, many cafes, shops, shops will delight tourists. There are few large shopping centers here, the most popular is Mega Mall, where you can buy everything in the world – from clothes to spices. You can ride a scooter or a yacht, go diving, go on excursions.
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Alanya
One of the most popular resorts in the country. It is located between the sea and the Taurus Mountains. Rocky hills, forests in which coniferous and deciduous trees grow, make the area very picturesque. The summer here is hot and dry, you can swim already in May, the sea water temperature reaches +23°С, and in August it rises to +28°С. Here are the famous sandy beaches, awarded the Blue Flags, which brought glory to Turkey as a resort.
The length of the coastline is very large – about 100 km. The beaches are divided into western and eastern. These lands have been inhabited since the Paleolithic, so there are many different attractions. In addition, there are wonderful shopping opportunities here – you can buy jewelry, leather goods, carpets, sweets, clothes, shoes. If you buy in private stores, you need to bargain. The price is doubled at first.
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Mahmutlar
A resort that has many advantages, but which is also designed for unpretentious tourists. There are not the best beaches here, there are a lot of large stones and even slabs on the shore. There are also strong waves. There are about 25 thousand local residents here, in summer three times as many tourists come. A lot of new housing is being built, and if you want to buy an apartment in Turkey, Mahmutlar is the best fit for this purpose. Housing here is inexpensive, and the place itself is picturesque, there is a Russian diaspora. There is a bazaar where you can buy everything in the world: from food to souvenirs.
It is better to come here in the evening, prices are significantly reduced, merchants are in a hurry to sell their goods. In the neighborhood are ancient cities where you can admire the temples and caravanserais. Excursions are regularly organized here. Tourists will enjoy visiting caves with stalactites along the banks of the Dimchay River, and delicious trout that can be caught in the river is cooked in numerous cafes. Also in this place there is a beautiful park with fountains and many shops.
Olyudeniz
It is here that the Turks themselves like to relax, they come here on vacation or just for the weekend. There are also many guests from Europe, but the Russians are only just mastering Oludeniz. Located on the border of two seas – the Mediterranean and the Aegean, you can enjoy the benefits of both. The water here is bright turquoise, the beaches are sandy, the sand has a beautiful light shade. The photos come out very beautiful.
If your tour does not include all-inclusive, you can discover the wonderful atmospheric cafes of Oludeniz. Just keep in mind that the portions here are very large, so it's better to take one for two. Beach sports, paragliding with an instructor (even children are allowed), as well as boating on the Blue Lagoon, diving are popular among entertainment. There is also the famous Lycian Way, which you can explore on your own.
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Dalaman
A young resort, which is also located between the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. First of all, it is famous for its nature. Groves of orange trees grow here, ruins of ancient buildings are found, and there is also a railway station on the territory, to which trains do not go. In the 19th century, the king of Egypt decided to build a hunting lodge and extend rails to it. It turned out that the house was built in Egypt, and for some reason the station was built in Doloman. Nobody ever took advantage of it. It is very green here, the water has a pleasant turquoise color.
About 30 thousand inhabitants live in Doloman, but hundreds of thousands of tourists come here. There is a wonderful sandy beach, awarded the Blue Flag. Its length is about 7 km, the sea is shallow. But even more interesting is the Iztuzu beach, which is located next door. This is where turtles lay their eggs. Small turtles can be seen waddling towards the water. The length of the Turtle Beach is about 5 km, the sea is clean here, the sand too. The best way to get here is by taxi.
Which one to choose for families with children
With little tourists it will be good to go to Alanya. You just need to carefully consider the choice of a hotel and give preference to one that has its own sandy beach. Teenagers will not be bored here either. The entertainment infrastructure is at a high level. There is a dolphinarium, an amusement park, many ancient sights, among which there are fortresses, and the national park will also please. You can pay attention to Antalya and Lara, which is almost adjacent to it.
Both of these places are famous for their wonderful family hotels, where parents and children of any age will be surprisingly comfortable. An excellent choice would be Kemer with the villages adjacent to it. Due to the abundance of coniferous forests, there is a truly healing climate. If the children are very young, it is better to choose one of the quiet resort villages in the neighborhood, there is housing designed for any budget. In Kemer itself, teenagers and their parents will like it – a beautiful city, a lot of entertainment and excursions. Wealthy tourists can recommend Belek.
Which one to choose for youth recreation
The most popular holiday destination for young people is Alanya. There are many economy class hotels here, prices in cafes, shops and restaurants will also please. The town is located at a fairly large distance from the airport, so tourists are attracted here precisely with the help of low prices. Good places for young people to relax are also Konakli and Mahmutlar. There is a large selection of affordable housing, and it is quite possible to rent a hotel room for 1,000 rubles per day (in terms of domestic currency).
For a day in a 5 * hotel you will have to pay 5,000 rubles. There is also a vibrant nightlife in clubs and bars, many discos and other entertainment centers. A visit to the water park is also inexpensive. On the beach you can ride jet skis and banana boats. There are many discos and interesting animation programs in Kemer. A significant number of hotels here are designed specifically for young people.
There is also delicious cuisine, and you can try any dishes: Turkish, European, Asian, vegetarian. Entertainment centers are located in the city center. Outside of Turkey, the nightclubs Inferno and Aura Club have become famous. Foam parties, bars, celebrity concerts – it never gets boring here. And even if you come without your company, here you will definitely find new friends.
Best time to travel
The best time to travel to the Mediterranean resorts of Turkey are June and September. May may or may not be lucky. Of course, nature at this time is very beautiful, many trees and shrubs are in bloom. But there are temperature drops, and the sea may seem too cold. In July and August, for residents of temperate latitudes of Russia, it will seem too hot in Turkey. True, the sea will be warmed up to + 27-28 ° С, but hot air is not for everyone.
These months are suitable for hardy young people. In October, the season ends, in the second half of the month it can already be uncomfortable to swim. But June and September will only please you – the sea is warm + 26 ° С, there is no sweltering heat, you can enjoy a beach holiday and go on excursions. The Russians have long appreciated the resorts of Turkey, and many remain faithful to them, spending their holidays here year after year.