If you dream of an unforgettable summer vacation with children, but have not yet decided on the direction, we advise you to take a closer look at Turkey. This amazing country seriously competes with its neighbors in terms of hospitality traditions, the purity of the sea, the quality of beaches, the level of hotel service, and the variety of food and entertainment offered. It resembles a whimsical cocktail in which all the flavors and colors of East and West are mixed. It is worth trying it once, and you will come back here again and again. After studying many travel offers and real reviews, we have selected the best hotels in Turkey with children‘s animation. You won't regret choosing any of them.
Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort 5*
An ideal option for large companies and families with children who want to relax in the first category. It occupies a huge area in the prestigious area of Belek. It consists of a beautiful 8-storey crescent-shaped building, a separate family block and 31 two-storey villas. It offers 13 categories of rooms – luxurious suites (80-220 m²) and impressive apartments (350-630 m²).
Modern interiors attract with neoclassical touches, designer furniture, stylish accessories and art objects. 7 themed restaurants and a buffet hall are invited to participate in the international gastronomic festival. They are complemented by 2 children's buffets, 3 snack bars, a patisserie and 15 bars.
A lot of entertainment awaits kids in the Maxxi Land mini-kingdom, Cobra Kingdom water park, Dinoland and Adventure parks. The territory is equipped with 8 diverse pools (not counting private ones), a magnificent spa, an extensive sports complex, playgrounds and the elite golf club Montgomerie. The long beach is equipped with a pier, pavilions and a cozy club.
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Rox Royal Hotel 5*
Recently, a renovation was carried out here. The complex is located on the coast in the center of Kemer. A modern 4-storey building has been erected on a vast territory, surrounded by subtropical vegetation and a picturesque swan park. The renovated housing stock offers about 300 rooms of different types (26-54 m²): from spacious standards to privileged deluxes.
Pleasant interiors are characterized by individual design, combining understated elegance and bright eclecticism. The main restaurant serves an international buffet with themed corners and a diet menu. Late guests are offered a brunch and a night buffet. Exquisite a la carte establishments invite you to enjoy a special atmosphere and personal service. You can order your favorite dessert or drink in 6 bars and an oriental cafe.
For young tourists, Russian-language animation, a universal club, a playground, a comfortable pool and a pretty water park are provided. There is a spa, fitness center, sports grounds, a diving school. The private beach is 150 meters away.
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Rixos Premium Belek 5*
There are no limits to entertainment here, and there are many reasons to experience the most joyful moments in life. Family orientation, impeccable service, skilled culinary team, excellent conditions for living and spending leisure time – these are the components that make this amazing place on the Belek coast so popular.
On 40 hectares there is a 7-storey complex, 39 different types of bungalows, several swimming pools, sports fields, a golf course and a huge beach with three piers. Tourists are accommodated in comfortable rooms (37-315 m²), club villas and residences (164-2000 m²). Meals for vacationers are organized in 5 restaurants, a Yummy children's buffet, a pastry shop, a food court and 8 bars.
Children of all ages are welcomed by the super team of the vibrant RIXI club and a rich entertainment and educational program. One of the centers of attraction is the Troya water park with a variety of attractions and a dolphinarium. Weekly festivals dedicated to sports and a healthy lifestyle are held. Free access to The Land of Legends amusement park is provided.
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Concorde De Luxe Resort 5 *
It occupies the first line in the prestigious Lara district, a 20-minute drive from Antalya Airport. Its name and architectural concept are inspired by the legendary Concorde aircraft. The winged 7-storey building is equipped with 420 rooms for every taste (28-134 m²): standards, junior suites, family suites, duplexes, grand suites and royal suites. Panoramic windows and loggias offer stunning views of the surrounding garden and the azure sea.
It offers a main buffet, food court, patisserie, 7 specialty restaurants (Italian, Asian, Turkish, Mexican, fish, steakhouse, barbecue) and 11 bars. For water procedures there is a wonderful beach with a gentle entrance, 9 pools, including 3 for children, and a small water park. Available fitness, football, basketball, tennis, mini-golf, bowling.
Fans of extreme sports are taught surfing and diving lessons. The two-story SPA invites you to visit ethnic baths, enjoy various types of massages and wellness treatments. The leisure program includes Russian-language animation, daytime activities, live music, discos.
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Lake & River Side Hotel & Spa 5*
A truly paradise near the picturesque lake Titreyengol and the Manavgat River, just 7 km from Side. Surrounded by a coniferous forest, it will appeal to those who prefer relaxing in the bosom of nature, hiking, cycling and swimming in the gentle sea. The resort complex consists of 5-storey buildings connected by covered walkways.
Presented in different categories and homely cozy rooms are furnished with new furniture, decorated with eco-touches and equipped with view loggias. The insanely pleasant staff is always ready to help and make your stay even more comfortable. The Ultra All Inclusive system includes meals in the main restaurant specializing in international and regional cuisine, and thematic establishments: Italian, Turkish, Mexican.
Any of the 4 bars has a wide selection of local and imported snacks and drinks. Excellent conditions for children have been created here – a special menu is provided, swimming pools with slides are equipped, animators entertain in every possible way, sports events and educational games are held. A shuttle runs to the beautifully equipped beach.
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Rixos Sungate 5*
A sparkling Ķemeri pearl in the five-star Rixos necklace that circles the Turkish Riviera. Built at the foot of the Taurus Mountains, the complex occupies 25 hectares in the resort village of Beldibi. Residential buildings, family bungalows and a VIP zone with villas are located on the territory surrounded by greenery. Impressive accommodation ranges from superb standards (38m²) to flagship suites (140-161m²) and apartments (120-1500m²).
Stylish interiors demonstrate impeccable taste and attention to detail. An exciting tour of the cuisines of the world is promised by 9 restaurants, including Japanese, Greek, Asian, Mexican, Chinese, Mediterranean, VIP. The main breadwinners are complemented by more than 20 bars, cafes and eateries. Carefully thought-out infrastructure includes a first-class beach, 12 swimming pools, a spa, a fitness center, sports grounds, and a diving school.
Animation, a universal club, a water park with 11 slides, a rope park, dance and football academies work for children. Costume parties, incendiary discos and performances by artists are regularly held.
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Dream World Aqua 5*
An ideal choice for a carefree family holiday. Located in the tourist area of Kumköy, a 10-minute drive from Side. Erected in oriental style, the 5-storey building accommodates 400 standard and family rooms (25-40 m²) with French windows and balconies. Laconic interiors attract with modern furnishings, perfect cleanliness and pleasant colors.
A local highlight is a wonderful water park for all ages and several pools – under awnings, open and heated. The variety and quality of food is undeniable. The main buffet has a children's corner, dietary and vegetarian options. In the aqua bar you can enjoy delicious waffles and ice cream.
Turkish, fish, Italian and Chinese restaurants open for dinner. Vacationers are skillfully entertained by animators, there is a mini-club with trained educators. You can work out in the gym and visit the spa center with saunas and a beauty salon. In the evenings there is live music, discos and colorful shows. Buses run to the beach and nearby shopping centers.
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IC Santai Family Resort – Kids Concept 5*
A real gift for lovers of luxury holidays with the family. Surrounded by landscaped gardens, the resort is located on the coast in the Kadriyo area, a 10-minute drive from Belek. It consists of a 7-storey building and a complex of 2-storey villas. Tourists are offered over 500 rooms: from spacious standards (29 m²) to multi-room apartments (71-190 m²) with a jacuzzi, a terrace and a swimming pool.
Thanks to the efforts of the staff, an atmosphere of goodwill and mutual assistance reigns around. In addition to the daily menu, the restaurant regularly serves Japanese, Italian, Chinese, Turkish dishes. The children's diet contains cereals, broths, steamed meat, vegetable and fruit purees, milkshakes, natural yoghurts, juices and a lot of sweets.
Gourmet a la carte establishments are available upon prior reservation. Children are immediately taken under the care of energetic animators. In the mini-club, they enthusiastically draw, bake, craft, sing, play and compete. Adults can visit the sauna, fitness room, dance lessons, play football or volleyball, and after dinner have a good laugh with the whole family at the evening show.
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Gural Premier Tekirova 5*
Perhaps this option will give your family unforgettable memories. It is located at the foot of Mount Tahtali in the Kemeri village of Tekirova. Cottages with cozy courtyards and villas with private pools have been built on a vast territory ennobled with century-old pines, citrus trees and flowering shrubs.
Lancet arches, ornate arabesques, exquisite carvings, a combination of satin, silk and velvet, original lamps and other decorative elements point to the Ottoman style in architecture and design. Room sizes range from a fantastic 50m² in the deluxe suites to 250-400m² in the royal suites.
The spacious buffet hall is complemented by 10 bars and a la carte restaurants – Italian, Chinese, Turkish, fish. Young travelers can enjoy a full range of educational, sporting and recreational activities. It offers 11 swimming pools and a water park with 27 slides with age zones. Other facilities include a spa, gym, shopping arcade. The sandy beach has comfortable piers, VIP tents and a swimming area for children.
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Dream World Hill 5*
Compactly located in the Kumköy area, 5 km from the center of Side. The 7-storey building has over 300 comfortable rooms – standard and family, with a furnished balcony or terrace. Decorated with impeccable design taste, stylish interiors create a soothing atmosphere of home comfort.
The All Inclusive system provides breakfast, brunch, lunch, snacks, desserts, dinner and a night snack.
There is a main buffet, 4 bars, a pastry shop and a la carte restaurants: Turkish, fish, Italian. Thanks to the common territory with the Dream Family Club 4 * club hotel, guests have at their disposal 7 swimming pools, a water park and other infrastructure. For children, there is a play club, an outdoor town and an aqua tower with 6 slides.
Russian-speaking animators are doing their best to diversify the already rich program. Team games, fitness, tennis, water sports are available. The SPA center offers a hammam and a sauna. The beach can be reached by shuttle or walk in 5 minutes.
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A fairly new resort operating on the Ultra All Inclusive system and occupying the second line in the Evrenseki area, 6 km from Side. Everything here looks like a king – luxurious palace architecture, rich decorations of common areas, elegant residential interiors, designed in white and gold tones with oriental charm and bright touches. The main 6-storey building accommodates about 250 rooms (28-37 m²): economical, standard, family and with direct access to the pool.
The main buffet is famous for hearty breakfasts, special treats from the chef and incomparable desserts. Two specialized restaurants offer delights of national and international cuisine. Atmospheric bars attract with an excellent assortment of light snacks and alcoholic drinks, but the confectionery and cozy coffee shop are especially popular.
The animation team keeps the guests in a good mood. There is all the infrastructure for a good rest and development of children. There is a shopping gallery, a fitness room and a chic spa center on the territory. An equipped beach is 250 meters away.
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Alva Donna World Palace 5*
A great place for family and romantic holidays with loved ones. It is located in the Kemeri village of Kirish, not far from the Olympos National Park. It is represented by six 4-storey blocks surrounded by greenery of palm trees, coniferous and citrus trees. More than 800 rooms (35-57 m²) are offered for living: spacious standards, family duplexes and two-room suites with a terrace. Cozy rooms feature carpeted floors, upholstered furniture, French windows and balconies overlooking the garden or pool.
Dining rooms Meander and Tigris are renowned for their culinary buffet. Thematic restaurants are of great interest: The Mariner fish restaurant, Italian Vivaldi, Turkish Sofra. The atmospheric tea house pleases with a dessert menu and fragrant tea, a traditional coffee shop attracts with impeccable coffee, excellent bars serve mouth-watering snacks and cocktails. The Alves Kids Club is designed to make sure that every moment is enjoyed by its guests. It offers vacationers a magnificent beach with a pier, a luxurious aqua zone and a spa center with ethnic baths.
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Royal Holiday Palace 5*
Welcome to the world where dreams come true! The elite complex is located in the tourist area of Lara – the closest to Antalya Airport. Built in the style of an oriental palace, the 10-story building is surrounded by a landscaped garden and stands out from its neighbors. The impressive number of rooms (46-180 m²) expands the usual boundaries of luxury and comfort.
Choose from superior and family rooms, junior suites, duplexes, suites and royal suites. The interiors are designed in a modern style with an abundance of traditional touches. The local culinary team and catering are beyond praise. It offers guests the main breadwinner of the Palace, the Bambino children's buffet, a bistro, a pastry shop, a Turkish tent, 9 bars and a la cart restaurants: Italian, Asian, Turkish, sea, Mexican, Japanese.
The incredibly beautiful pool area with green islands and bridges leading to a first-class beach is admirable. Young guests are welcomed by a game club with cheerful animators, a water park with children‘s and adult slides, an amusement park with a Ferris wheel, and a Greek amphitheater.
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Paloma Grida Resort & SPA 5*
Occupies the first line in the center of Belek. Designed in the original Turkish style, in perfect harmony with the indescribable atmosphere of southern Anatolia. It invites you to feel all the generosity of nature, enjoying the gentle sun, coniferous aroma and the chirping of birds. The residential complex consists of comfortable cottages and bungalows of different heights.
The accommodation offers bright rooms and pretty lake villas (27-50 m²), skillfully decorated in a Mediterranean style and furnished with comfortable wooden furniture. The 24-hour Luxury Ultra All Inclusive concept includes 5 meals in the main restaurant, a variety of drinks and snacks in snack bars, visits to the patisserie and three a la carte establishments.
The kids love to frolic in the water park, do needlework in the club, participate in competitions, play on the street playground and dance on the mini-disco. For fans of outdoor activities, there is a gym, team and water sports are available. At a distance of 100 meters there is an equipped private beach.
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Port Nature Luxury Resort Hotel & Spa 5*
Located in Bogazkent, 15 minutes drive from Belek. Pine and eucalyptus trees that grow here in abundance create a stunning natural environment and a healing microclimate. Represented by neat 4-storey buildings, the resort has comfortable standards (34 m²), family rooms with two bedrooms (45 m²) and royal suites (110 m²).
The landscaped area attracts with cozy view terraces, relaxation areas with hammocks and a beautiful river lagoon near the sandy beach. The main meals are held in the buffet hall, brunches and dinners, incomparable desserts, dietary and vegetarian dishes are offered. It features 6 themed restaurants, 4 bars, an Irish pub, patisserie, outdoor lounges and a café.
Children are delighted with the abundance of sweets, interesting animation, Porty mini-club, water park with 18 slides and splash zones with a water town. You can work out in the fitness room and unwind in the luxury spa. After dinner, enchanting shows and performances by Russian stars are held.
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