🏨 Where to go with kids in Turkey: 15 all inclusive 5 star hotels

Family vacation in Turkey depends on the hotel infrastructure. Adults want a quiet evening, while kids need a water park, a kids' club, and food without surprises. If that's missing, the vacation turns into a constant search for scheduled activities.

We selected 15 five-star hotels in eight regions: Belek, Lara, Kemer, Tekirova, Marmaris, Bodrum, Cesme, and Alanya. Each has its own water park or water slides, a kids' buffet, and all-day entertainment.

Below, the hotels are organized by region and concept, from a theme park to a quiet spa resort. You'll see which option suits whom and what to check before booking.

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How to choose a five-star family hotel in Turkey

💡 In short:

Check the minimum age for the kids' club and whether there's a kids' buffet: those are what actually keep children occupied all day.
Pick a region based on your season: Belek and Lara operate consistently throughout the whole season.
Check the sea entry and pool depths: for toddlers, a gentle sandy slope matters more than a big water park.

All hotels in this selection operate on an all-inclusive basis, but the range of services differs. Don't look at the stars; look at three things: your children's ages, the depth of the kids' pools, and whether there's a separate kids' buffet. Nursery care for ages 0-3 isn't available everywhere; more often the club starts at age 4 (as of hotel data, 09/2026).

The second point concerns the region. Belek and Lara offer a consistent season and a short transfer from Antalya airport. Kemer and Tekirova are sheltered by mountains and greenery, with calmer seas. Bodrum and Marmaris are more interesting for excursions.

The third point concerns how you'll spend your day. If a water park matters to you, choose a hotel that has one on site. If you want fewer people, look for options with separate adult areas and quiet pools. Below are 15 hotels with different priorities.

1. The land of legends kingdom hotel

The hotel is built around a children's concept and sits inside The Land of Legends theme park near Belek. Rooms are decorated with cartoon and fairy-tale motifs, and balconies overlook the park's castle. Antalya airport is about 25 km away by map.

The park operates from 10:00 to 22:00 and includes more than 35 attractions and more than 55 water slides (as of hotel data, 09/2026). The grounds feature a wave pool, a lazy river with gondolas, a dolphinarium, and an aquarium. For kids, there's a kids' club, a 5D cinema, and an arcade.

Location: Kadriye, near Belek, 25 km from Antalya airport (by map).
Who it's for: families who want to combine a hotel and a theme park in one place.
Not for: those looking for a quiet beach vacation without noise and crowds.

The kitchen serves international, Mediterranean, and Asian dishes, with a Brazilian steakhouse and an Italian bistro. Check prices at The Land Of Legends on Trip.com.

2. Pirate's Beach Club

The hotel sits at the foot of Mount Tahtali in Tekirova, 18 km from Kemer. It occupies a landscaped park with centuries-old pines and citrus trees, and accommodations are spread across two-story bungalows with a balcony or terrace. You walk down through the property to reach the sea and the beach.

The hotel is built around a pirate theme. Kids sail with Captain Flint on a real ship and hunt for treasure on an island. There's a "Happy Pirate" kids' club, pools with slides, and a small "Ali Baba" petting zoo. Parents can meanwhile head to the fitness center, hammam, or spa.

Location: Tekirova, at Mount Tahtali, 18 km from Kemer.
Who it's for: families with kids who enjoy themed entertainment and a pine park.
Not for: those who want to stay in the city center and walk to shops.

Dining is buffet-style, with gozleme, ice cream, and cocktails served between meals. An Italian restaurant opens in the evening. Check prices at Pirate's Beach Club on Trip.com.

3. Rixos Sungate

Panorama of Rixos Sungate Hotel by the sea in Beldibi

The complex covers 25 hectares in Beldibi near Kemer, between the sea and the slopes of the Taurus Mountains. The room inventory includes standard rooms, suites, and villas with French windows and a balcony or terrace. The grounds are large, so getting around is easier with the shuttle from reception.

The hotel has 2 main restaurants and 7 a la carte venues: Japanese, Greek, Asian, Mexican, Chinese, Mediterranean, and VIP. Kids have their own separate buffet. The grounds include 12 pools, tennis courts, bowling, and a diving school.

Location: Beldibi, near Kemer, 25 hectares by the sea.
Who it's for: families who need a large property with entertainment for all ages.
Not for: those who don't like walking a lot around a resort.

A water park with 11 slides and a ropes course will keep kids busy all day, and themed parties and shows run in the evening. Prices at Rixos Sungate on Trip.com.

4. Ideal Prime Beach

Beach with blue umbrellas and loungers near the mountains

The hotel is 5 km from Marmaris, closer to the green zone and its own private beach. It consists of four 5-story buildings with bright rooms and balconies overlooking the sea or the garden. The sea entry is gentle, which is convenient for toddlers.

The dining hall and two à la carte restaurants serve European, Mexican, Mediterranean, and Turkish cuisine. The kids' menu includes milk porridges, soups, steamed dishes, fruit purées, and baked goods. Drinks and snacks are available at 4 bars.

Location: 5 km from Marmaris, on a private beach.
Who it's for: families with children who need a water park and calm sea.
Not for: those who want the city right outside and nightlife nearby.

Kids spend the day in the pool with a water park, on trampolines, and at mini disco. Nearby there is a city water park, an eastern bazaar, and a shopping center. Check prices at Ideal Prime Beach.

5. Titanic Beach Lara

Titanic Hotel building with palm trees along the road

This hotel is shaped like a snow-white cruise ship, set on the beach in the Lara district. Inside, the lobby with reception is designed as a captain's bridge, floors are made like decks, and cabin-style rooms have balconies facing the sea. The front desk and staff maintain the nautical style.

The Parkfora restaurant serves international and traditional dishes on the terrace and in five themed zones. Three à la carte restaurants offer Anatolian appetizers and kebabs, Italian classics, and fish with barbecue. You have access to land and water sports and spa treatments.

Location: Lara district, Antalya, near the beach and gardens.
Who it's for: families with children interested in unusual architecture and a wide dining selection.
Not for: those who prefer quiet low-rise resorts.

Kids get daytime and evening entertainment here, while parents can enjoy the bars and restaurants. Prices at Titanic Beach Lara on Trip.com.

6. Ilica Hotel Spa & Wellness Resort

Sandy beach with vacationers and umbrellas by the sea

The hotel is named after Ilıca Beach near Çeşme, with white sand and a gentle entry. The grounds are compact: 11 bungalows and rooms in the main building with sea views.

The main restaurant serves international and local cuisine, and three bars offer a grill menu and ice cream. There are 7 pools for swimming, including a heated pool, a children's pool, and thermal pools. Kids have water slides, a playground, and a club.

Location: Ilıca Beach, Çeşme (Izmir), by the sea.
Who it's for: families who value thermal pools and a calm, compact resort.
Not for: those who want a large water park with dozens of slides.

A supermarket, market, and a Genoese fortress museum are within walking distance. Check prices at Ilica Hotel.

7. Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort (Kids Concept)

Curved hotel building with lawn and pool

The complex is made up of individual villas and a semicircular 8-story building, with shops and cafes on the lower floors. There are 15 accommodation types in total, from standard suites to apartments with VIP service. The concept is designed for families with children.

Guests have access to an international buffet, 24-hour snacks and drinks, and a la carte restaurants: Turkish, Italian, Asian, fish, and meat. There are more than fifteen bars, cafes, and patisseries. For little ones, there is a blender, microwave, and high chairs.

Location: Belek, next to golf courses and the beach.
Who it's for: families who want a kids' program and golf in one hotel.
Not for: those looking for a budget option and a compact property.

The grounds include 7 pools, a water park, a dino park, and a large mini club with a workshop and disco. Maxx Royal Belek prices on Trip.com.

8. Regnum Carya

Aerial view of the resort with pools and a golf course

The hotel occupies more than 100 hectares of coastline on the outskirts of Belek. The grounds are planted with coniferous, tropical, and fruit trees, with shaded walkways leading to the beach. There is a golf course and a promenade around it, and a small waterfall runs in the zen park.

Accommodation includes a long main building and villas with loggias. The main dining room serves meat, fish, and diet dishes, and hosts themed evenings. For children, there is a mini club for ages 0 to 10, a console room, and a rope park, and the resort's water park is called Aqualantis (according to the official website, 09/2026).

Location: Kadriye, on the outskirts of Belek, more than 100 hectares by the sea.
Who it's for: families who want quiet, greenery, and golf near Land of Legends.
Not for: those who need a city hotel with direct access to shops.

Adults have access to a fitness club and a spa with four types of baths, and after dinner there are music and circus shows. Regnum Carya prices on Trip.com.

9. Liberty Hotels Lara

Lara Beach by the sea with the Taurus Mountains in the background

The hotel is located in the Lara district, 22 km from Antalya. The grounds feature a landscaped garden with palm trees that leads to a sandy beach with a gentle entry and a pier. The beach is divided into two zones: one for adults and one for families with children.

The room inventory caters to different needs, with light interiors and modern design. The main area serves an international buffet, and the kids' menu includes porridge, omelets, pancakes, and soups. There are a la carte restaurants, an outdoor pizza tent, and bars.

Location: Lara district, 22 km from central Antalya.
Who it's for: families with children who want a pier and a separate kids' zone on the beach.
Not for: those who want many restaurants and a huge property.

Guests have access to 4 pools, including a children's pool with slides, a fitness center, and a spa with a hammam and sauna. During the day there is aqua aerobics, Zumba, yoga, and volleyball; in the evening, karaoke, live music, and discos. Liberty Hotels Lara prices on Trip.com.

10. Gloria Serenity Resort

Pool and palm trees at Gloria Serenity Resort

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The hotel is part of the Gloria group, next to Gloria Golf Resort and Gloria Verde Resort. Guests get access to the infrastructure of the neighboring resorts, so there are more beaches, pools, and restaurants available. Rooms range from standards to suites and villas with sea and lagoon views.

There are about fifteen dining areas and a la carte restaurants in total. They serve local, Italian, and Brazilian cuisine, seafood, and steaks.

Location: Belek, within the Gloria Golf, Verde, and Serenity group.
Who it's for: families who want a quiet vacation and access to three resorts at once.
Not for: those looking for a compact hotel on a single property.

Children spend time at the club and at shows in the amphitheater, while adults have fitness, tennis, golf, and a spa. The list of Gloria group resorts is available on the official website (as of 09/2026). Gloria Serenity prices on Trip.com.

11. Alva Donna Exclusive Hotel Belek

The hotel sits on a large stretch of the Belek coastline, among pine and eucalyptus forests. The microclimate and sandy beach make it a good fit for families. There are 12 room categories, and the grounds have nooks with swings and hammocks.

The hotel has 2 main restaurants and 6 a la carte restaurants, plus 14 bars and cafes. The kids' buffet includes soups, braised meat, steamed cutlets, vegetables, pancakes, and sweets. For swimming there is a water park and 9 pools, some with seawater and heating.

Location: Belek, on a sandy beach with a pier.
Who it's for: families with children who want water slides and a kids' buffet.
Not for: those who dislike large grounds and lots of guests.

Kids are entertained with contests, trampolines, horseback riding, and banana boat rides, and rabbits, ducks, and swans live nearby. Guests can also join excursions on a pirate ship and to the Antalya Aquarium. Prices at Alva Donna Belek on Trip.com.

12. Aska Lara Resort & SPA

Modern buildings of Aska Lara Hotel against the sky

The hotel is located on the coast of the Lara-Kundu area in Antalya Province. The room inventory consists of 7 categories of spacious rooms in pastel tones. The grounds are designed for family vacations and include their own amusement park.

Dining is centered on the Anka main restaurant with themed dining rooms and a kids' area, plus a diet and dessert table. The Brasserie cafe offers pastries and desserts, and the Aska snack bar serves light bites. Four a la carte restaurants serve Turkish, Far Eastern, and Italian cuisine.

Location: Lara-Kundu, Antalya Province, by the sea.
Who it's for: families who want an amusement park right in the hotel.
Not for: those looking for a quiet resort without shows and entertainment.

The Leo mini club includes a toddler section, playrooms, a cinema, and Xbox. The Wet&Wild park offers a water park with 5 pools and 9 slides, a maze, and a ropes course. Prices at Aska Lara Resort on Trip.com.

13. Utopia World Hotel

The hotel stands on a cliff above the Alanya coastline, so the rooms and terraces look out over the sea and sunsets. Standard rooms are around 30 sq m, while villas and suites range from 64 to 128 sq m. The hotel has a private beach with two piers.

The hotel has four restaurants: Tugra with a buffet, La Monte with Italian cuisine, Tuam with Anatolian cuisine, and Turquaz with seafood. The terraces feature scenic pools and a water park, with a spa and hammam nearby.

Location: a cliff above the Alanya coastline, private beach with piers.
Who it's for: families who value sea views and spacious suites.
Not for: those who want a gentle entry into the sea right by the building.

For older kids there is a forest adventure park with Tibetan bridges, nets, and a climbing wall. Daytime brings activities and foam parties, while evenings feature concerts and dance shows. Prices at Utopia World on Trip.com.

14. Fame residence Lara & spa

Pools, water slides and the sea from above

The hotel is located in the Lara area, 14 km from Antalya Airport. The grounds are planted with a tropical garden, and there are eight pools in total. Rooms are bright, with panoramic windows and balconies overlooking the sea.

Two dining rooms with a terrace serve an international buffet with Anatolian dishes. The a la carte restaurants serve Turkish, Chinese, Italian, Mexican, and Mediterranean cuisine. Being close to the airport helps if you arrive late at night with children.

Location: Lara area, 14 km from Antalya Airport, by the sea.
Who it's for: families who want to be close to the airport and have plenty of pools.
Not for: those who want a separate large water park with slides.

While kids are at the mini club and water slides, adults can play tennis, bowling, and billiards or head to the spa and hammam. In the evening, piano music plays in the lobby and shows run in the amphitheater. Prices at Fame Residence Lara on Trip.com.

15. Rixos Premium Bodrum

Panorama of a bay with pine trees, sea and boats

The hotel sits among the red pines of the Aegean coast, 10 km from Bodrum. Guests have 308 rooms to choose from for different needs. Beach time is covered by a 200-meter beach and three platforms: a shared one, a women-only one, and one for guests 16+.

The hotel has 11 restaurants and bars serving international, Turkish, and Lebanese cuisine, seafood, and Greek delicacies. For kids there is a mini club, a music academy, a water park, and a cinema. The hotel hosts fairs and kite festivals, and children can learn to bake cupcakes and pizza.

Location: 10 km from Bodrum, on the Aegean coast.
Who it's for: families who value the pines, separate swimming platforms, and the kids' program.
Not for: those who want a sandy entry into the sea for toddlers.

Adults can try new sports and spa services. Activities run during the day, with an entertainment program in the evening. Prices at Rixos Premium Bodrum on Trip.com.

Family 5-star hotels in Turkey on the map

All 15 hotels are marked on the map, which makes it easier to gauge the distance to the airport and neighboring resorts before deciding. Open it full screen to compare the locations of Belek, Lara, Kemer, and Bodrum.

Family hotels of Turkey 5 stars

Places on the map

1The Land Of Legends Kingdom Hotel Hotel inside a theme park with water slides and a dolphinarium Read more
2Pirate's Beach Club Pirate theme, bungalows by Mount Tahtalı in Tekirova Read more
3Rixos Sungate 25 hectares near Kemer, water park with 11 slides Read more
4Titanic Beach Lara Hotel shaped like a cruise liner on Lara beach Read more
5Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort Kids' concept, 7 pools and a dino park in Belek Read more
6Regnum Carya Golf & Spa Resort Over 100 ha of greenery, Aqualantis water park, golf course Read more
7Liberty Hotels Lara Beach with a pier, separate kids' zone in the Lara area Read more
8Gloria Serenity Resort Access to the infrastructure of three Gloria group resorts Read more
9Alva Donna Exclusive Hotel Belek Pine forest, water park and 9 pools on Belek beach Read more
10Aska Lara Resort & SPA Wet&Wild amusement park with 9 slides in Lara-Kundu Read more
11Utopia World Hotel Hotel on a cliff above Alanya, forest adventure park Read more
12Fame Residence Lara & SPA 14 km from Antalya airport, eight pools Read more

⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions

Which region of Turkey is best for a family vacation?

Each age group suits a different region. For toddlers, Belek and Lara are more convenient: a stable season, gently sloping beaches, and many hotels with a mini club. With older kids, choose Kemer and Tekirova for the mountains and greenery. Marmaris and Bodrum offer more activity and excursions.

What does all-inclusive include at family 5-star hotels?

It usually includes buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner, snacks and drinks between meals, a kids' buffet, and local alcohol. The mini club and water park are usually included in the price, while spa treatments and excursions cost extra. The exact list depends on the hotel, so check its official website (as of 09/2026).

Which hotel in this selection has the biggest water park?

By number of slides, The Land Of Legends stands out with 55 water slides and Rixos Sungate with 11 slides (as of 09/2026). The other hotels have their own slides and pools, but on a smaller scale.

When is the best time to go to Turkey with kids?

From April to June and from September to October, the sea is warm and the heat is less intense. In July and August, the air and water are at their warmest, but daytime is hard on toddlers, so hotels put up shade structures and cool their pools. In May, Bodrum and the Aegean coast are colder than Antalya (according to hotel data, 09/2026).

How do I book a hotel and transfer in advance?

It is best to choose a hotel by region and mini club, and to book 2-3 months before the trip: demand for family rooms is higher. An airport transfer is usually cheaper than a taxi and more convenient with kids. Check prices and availability on partner sites before paying.

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In short: what to book

If you have toddlers under 5: choose a hotel with a gently sloping sea entry and a kids' pool, such as Ideal Prime Beach or Fame Residence Lara & Spa.

If your kids aged 6-12 love water parks: pick The Land Of Legends or Rixos Sungate, which have the most slides.

If you want golf and greenery: look at Regnum Carya, Gloria Serenity, and Maxx Royal Belek.

If you want a theme park without leaving the property: The Land Of Legends combines a hotel and a park in one place.

Before your trip, compare hotels in Turkey on Trip.com, choose an airport transfer, and check trains in Turkey.

15 Family hotels in Turkey 5 stars with water park and kids club