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The best beach hotels in Turkey for May half term
Choose one of these resorts for sun, sea, sand and superb service on the Turquoise Coast
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Sweeping south and east from chic, Aegean-set Bodrum to the beachfront Mediterranean resorts of Antalya and Alanya, Turkey’s gorgeous Turquoise Coast has something for everyone. Think secluded coves reachable only by boat, great strands of white sand where loggerhead turtles clamber ashore to lay their eggs, and rocky headlands marching down into a sea of the deepest turquoise imaginable.
Behind this exquisite shore, dense pine-forests blanket the lower slopes of soaring limestone peaks, snowclad from November through May, and the strikingly beautiful ruins of ancient cultures – Lycian, Greek and Roman – litter the landscape in the form of rock-cut tombs, steeply tiered theatres and tumbled columns. Whether for pool-lounging and sea swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving, windsurfing, the exploration of remote ancient sites or a round or three of golf, this beautiful southwest corner is tailor-made for the perfect beach holiday, so here’s our pick of the very best beach hotels in Turkey.
At a glance, the best beach hotels on Turkey's Turquoise Coast
- Best beach hotel in Turkey overall – D-Maris Bay
- Best budget beach hotel in Turkey – Hotel Patara Viewpoint
- Best luxury beach hotel in Turkey – D-Maris Bay
- Best beach hotel in Turkey for families – Hillside Beach Club
How we review
Every hotel in this curated list has been visited by one of our expert reviewers, who are usually hosted on a complimentary basis. They stay for a minimum of one night, test at least one meal and trial other experiences that the hotel might have to offer.
• The best hotels in Turkey
Frequently asked questions
Where are the best beaches in Turkey?
With a coastline that meets the Mediterranean, Aegean, Marmara and Black seas, Turkey is blessed with countless beautiful beaches. Highlights include Alacati, Ayayorgi Bay, Cleopatra, Gumusluk, Guzelcehisar, Iztuzu, Kas, Kaputas, Kabak, Lara, Ovabuku and Patara.
What is Turkey’s biggest coastal resort?
Marmaris on the Mediterranean is the largest coastal resort in Turkey, with a choice of beaches and numerous restaurants, shops, bars and nightclubs. The old town centres on a hilltop castle which overlooks an attractive harbour. Activities include boat trips, water parks and excursions inland.
Contributions by Jade Conroy, Rhiannon Edwards, Tina Walsh & Georgina Wilson-Powell
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