The best beach resorts in Turkey are those located beside the inland waters of the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea. You’ll also find them along the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea. These resorts are located along the Turkish Riviera, stretching alongside the country’s southern coast from Antalya to Bodrum.
While Turkey is famous for rich culture and history, it’s also an ideal destination for those looking to relax and unwind near the beach. In fact, you’ll have many options when looking for the best beach resorts. Some resorts are adults-only and cater to couples on honeymoon, while others have child-friendly amenities and are best suited for family holidays.
If you want to go to Turkey on your next beach getaway and need help choosing the best place to stay, refer below for the best beach resorts in Turkey.
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The Bodrum EDITION
Where: Yalıkavak, Aegean Region
Price: $1,200+ per night
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The Bodrum Peninsula is renowned for having some of the most beautiful beaches in Turkey. And if you’re coming here for beach holiday, staying in the Bodrum Edition would be the perfect place to indulge in luxury. It’s a fabulous resort along the northern coast of the Turkish Riviera, with many rooms overlooking the stunning views of the Aegean Sea. A gleaming white lobby adorned with plush sofas and oversized planters will greet you as you arrive with cobblestone pathways leading down to the beach.
The rooms feature chic minimalist designs with muted shades of brown, beige, and white, giving off a relaxed and homey feel. You will sleep in ultra-comfy king-sized beds, although the luxurious bathrooms are the real highlight; complete with oversized tubs, double vanities, and rain showers. Some rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, and others have access to gardens, private pools, and terraces.
Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay Bodrum
Where: Yaliciftlik, Aegean Region
Price: $604+ per night
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Another luxury hotel to consider for your holiday to Bodrum is the Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay, a stunning hotel perched at the edge of a bay surrounded by quaint rural villages. The hotel’s stunning infinity pool will be one of the first things you’ll notice upon arrival. It looks out to the breathtaking ocean views framed by mountains on each side. Aside from the pool, this luxury beach resort in Turkey will give you access to a private beach and a small marina.
All rooms at the resort have balconies facing the sea. They feature simple but elegant interiors with dark wood furnishings, and are complemented by pristine white bed linen and walls. Aside from the infinity pool, the resort has a library, spa, and a kids’ club, and is perfect for families with children of all ages.
Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum
Where: Golturkbuku, Aegean Region
Price: $1,400+ per night
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Also in Bodrum, Mandarin Oriental is one of the most luxurious beach resorts in Turkey. Nestled along Turkey’s sparkling Aegean seas, it offers sublime views and top-notch facilities, including a three-story spa with spacious treatment rooms. Other facilities include: indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a water sports center, a yoga and Pilates studio, and a helicopter landing pad should you need to arrive in a chopper.
Mandarin Oriental has 132 rooms and suites, with nearly all of them overlooking breathtaking views of the sea. They have simple but sleek decor featuring high ceilings, walk-in wardrobes, and sliding panels separating the bed from the bathroom. The bathroom is the highlight, with a freestanding oval-shaped porcelain soaking tub.
Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort – Kids Concept
Where: Belek, Mediterranean Region Turkey
Price: $1,300+ per night
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Nestled halfway between the tourism hotspots of Side and Antalya, Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort is one of the most family-friendly beach resorts in Turkey. It’s full of family-friendly facilities with a five-star accommodation experience. The mega resort has numerous facilities, including a world-class golf course of over 6,500 meters and a range of swimming pools.
You can also spend your day lounging at the resort’s 300-meter-long white sandy beach. There are also facilities for wellness and relaxation, such as the 3,000-square-meter spa offering extensive treatment packages and traditional hammam baths. The modern suites have private balconies overlooking the idyllic seaftont views. For families and groups, you can stay at one of the luxurious villas in a forest setting.
Sabrinas Haus – Adult Only
Where: Bozburun, Aegean Region
Price: $503+ per night
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Couples looking for an intimate setting should consider staying at Sabrina’s Haus, a stunning adults-only resort on the beautiful Bozburun Peninsula. It houses eight villas and pergolas with thatched roofs connected by marble pathways and surrounded by gorgeous gardens full of swaying trees. The villas feature high vaulted ceilings and spacious walk-in wardrobes with Turkish antiques and artwork.
When staying in Sabrina’s Haus, the resort will pick you up on a speedboat from the harbor of Bozburun, and you’ll take the five-minute scenic boat ride to the resort. Facilities include an open-air gym, a small library, and facilities for scuba diving and other water sports. There’s also a massage pavilion overlooking the sea with spa treatment tables for couples.
Hotel Villa Mahal
Where: Kalkan, Mediterranean Region Turkey
Price: $332+ per night
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Located in Kalkan, a former Greek fishing village, Hotel Villa Mahal is one of the most upscale beach resorts in Turkey. It’s set in a gorgeous bay surrounded by majestic mountains and is less than half a mile south of the town center, where you’ll find numerous bars, cafes, and restaurants. The lovely beach of Patara is only a 20-minute drive away, although the resort has an infinity pool with amazing views if you don’t feel like traveling to swim.
Hotel Villa Mahal has spacious rooms – each boasts a balcony and terrace. The interiors are predominantly white, with a splash of color from the cushions and tile work. Aside from the infinity pool, the resort has a luxurious beach club with a restaurant and several water sports. One of the highlights is the massage center set in a natural cave in the rocks.
Olympos Lodge
Where: Cirali, Mediterranean Region Turkey
Price: $435+ per night
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Located in a turtle nesting site, Olympos Lodge is one of the most remote beach resorts in Turkey. It’s an unspoiled gem overlooking Turkey’s spectacularly beautiful coast. The resort occupies a prime spot at the southern end of a beach, flanked by a stunning river. Since there are only 14 rooms, you can expect personalized service during your stay.
The stylish standard rooms feature pristine white walls, wooden floors, lush curtains and sofas. And although the resort has no swimming pool, there’s a spacious Jacuzzi and spa. The staff are friendly and available on-hand to provide excellent service with a personal touch.
Akra Fethiye Tui Blue Sensatori – Ultra All Inclusive
Where: Fethiye, Aegean Region
Price: $711+ per night
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For families with children looking to relax and unwind, stay in Akra Fethiye Tui Blue Sensatori, one of the most family-friendly beach resorts in Turkey, offering multiple facilities and activities. The Mediterranean resort overlooks the gorgeous Fethiye Bay and has a long stretch of coast with cabanas for seaside lounging with your loved ones.
Aside from hanging out at the beach, you can relax and have fun in one of the resort’s seven swimming pools, including one specifically for kids. Aside from a waterslide pool, the resort has playground equipment and an activity area to delight kids of all ages. Adults can join yoga classes or try thrilling water sports.
Lara Barut Collection – Ultra All Inclusive
Where: Lara, Mediterranean Region Turkey
Price: $789+ per night
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Located in Antalya, Lara Barut Collection is one of the most ultra-exclusive beach resorts in Turkey, offering stylish accommodations by the beachfront. Aside from a private beach, it has six spacious pools, perfect for relaxing or a refreshing morning swim. You can witness dance performances in the evening from some of Turkey’s most famous dance troupes.
For the ultimate pampering and relaxation, visit the Lara Barut Spa, which offers numerous treatments and massages, from seaweed wraps to Balinese-style massages. And with a dozen restaurants onsite, you’ll never have to travel far to eat out.
Vogue Hotel Bodrum
Where: Torba, Aegean Region
Price: $533+ per night
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Vogue Hotel is a five-star beach resort in Turkey located on the northern coast of Bodrum Peninsula. Its long white sand beach offers enough space for sunbathing and swimming. You can also swim at one of the several swimming pools onsite if you don’t feel like heading to the beach.
As one of the most family-friendly beach resorts in Turkey, Vogue Hotel offers amenities to cater to families with kids. In fact, the resort has a theme park called Candyland Waterpark, which has numerous waterslides, a cinema, and a Ferris wheel.
Lukka Exclusive Hotel
Where: Kas, Mediterranean Region Turkey
Price: $251+ per night
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Considered one of the most romantic beach resorts in Turkey, the Lukka Exclusive Hotel is perfect for couples and honeymooners seeking a quiet escape. Aside from exuding an intimate atmosphere, the resort has amenities catered to couples, such as a massage center offering Thai-style massages.
Located just outside the fishing village of Kas, Lukka Exclusive Hotel sits along the coast of the Cukurbag Peninsula, famous for its stunning and quiet beach. One of the highlights of this adults-only resort is the multiple terraces tumbling down to the shorefront; giving guests easy access to the beach. Like any luxury hotel, it has a large pool rimmed by sun loungers and cabanas overlooking the bay’s panoramic views.
Seven Seas Hotel Life
Where: Kemer, Mediterranean Region Turkey
Price: $290+ per night
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Seven Seas is another picturesque beach resort in Turkey that has become a favorite spot for families seeking a relaxing break in Antalya. It has a vast stretch of beach and offers plenty of amenities for water sports. Kids will love the resort’s Kid’s World area with a dedicated kiddie pool, waterslides, playground areas, a games room, and a movie theater.
Aside from the numerous child-friendly amenities, the resort has three restaurants onsite offering classic Turkish dishes, seafood, and Italian cuisine. As a family-friendly resort, all restaurants have dedicated kids’ menus.
Rixos Premium Bodrum
Where: Torba, Aegean Region
Price: $671+ per night
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If you’re heading to Bodrum for your beach holiday, stay in Rixos Premium, a five-star resort sitting along the shores of the Bodrum Peninsula. As one of the most luxurious beach resorts in Turkey, Rixos is one of Bodrum’s most sought-after resorts, best suited for families and honeymooners.
Sitting amid lush and tree-lined gardens running down to a private beach, Rixos Premium has all the amenities you need for a relaxing beach getaway. Aside from the beautiful beach, it has a swimming pool area with waterslides. Kids can have fun at the Kids Club, while older kids can try parasailing and other thrilling water-sports.
TUI BLUE Grand Azur
Where: Marmaris, Aegean Region
Price: $200+ per night
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With its beautiful beachfront setting along the Mediterranean Sea, TUI BLUE Grand Azur is undoubtedly one of the best beach resorts in Turkey. It has a beautiful tropical garden with direct access to a private beach, a spacious outdoor pool with a terrace, and sun loungers.
The luxurious rooms of TUI BLUE Grand Azur feature oversized windows that open to the panoramic ocean views. Aside from the private beach, the resort has outdoor and indoor swimming pools. Other amenities include a fitness center and a tennis court.
Casa De Maris Spa & Resort Hotel Adult Only
Where: Marmaris, Aegean Region
Price: $210+ per night
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Couples looking for a romantic place to stay on their honeymoon to Turkey should consider staying in Casa De Maris, one of the most luxurious adults-only beach resorts in Turkey. It’s only a few steps to the seafront and has a private beach area with sun loungers and water sports amenities. If you don’t feel like going to the beach, you can swim at the resort’s swimming pool.
The elegant rooms of Casa De Maris come with all the modern furnishings and amenities, such as a minibar and private bathroom. Some suites offer uninterrupted views of the sea. As with any luxury hotel, Casa De Maris has onsite restaurants offering a la carte and a buffet of traditional and international cuisines.