If you’re looking to make your vacation a little more special, then you might be wondering what are the best luxury beach resorts in Turkey? As a popular destination for beach lovers, Turkey has a multitude of beach resorts that tailor to both couples and families, and the sheer amount of them can make it difficult to narrow down the options.
The beach resort you choose will largely depend on where in Turkey you want to visit, but if you’re not settled on a destination yet, allow us to help you out a little. Hugging both the Aegean and Mediterranean sea, Turkey is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, and as a result, there are tons of excellent luxury beach resorts that stretch its entire 8,300+ km coastline.
So we’ve decided to whip up our absolute favorite luxury beach resorts from Antalya to Marmaris to Bodrum and beyond, so you can find a luxury accommodation on the finest white sands of Turkey, with sweeping views of the clear turquoise sea, and a base for relaxation.
Fun Fact: There are over 229 blue flag beaches in Turkey, a certification given by the Foundation for Environmental Education to beaches that meet certain environmental standards!
What Are The Best Luxury Beach Resorts In Turkey?
1. Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort – Kids Concept
If you are traveling with kids in Turkey and want a luxurious beach resort, then the Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort – Kids Concept is perfect for you.
Built along its own private beach and located in one of the most beautiful bays in Antalya, this kid-friendly luxury beach resort in Turkey is both an experience for kids and adults.
The exquisitely designed villas and suites will be your home away from home, offering amenities like soundproof walls, a large bath, and a spacious outdoor area, all of which are ideal if you’re traveling with kids.
This stunning spa resort has a huge range of child-approved facilities, such as a funfair and a mini club, which accepts kids aged 1 to 17. The mini club boasts a playground, aquapark, gymnastic area, and more!
For the adults, there’s an 18-hole golf course and a Spa Centre for leisure. The resort also boasts nine swimming pools, both for swimming and aesthetics. If you want to head out on the ocean, the resort can also organize boat trips and water sports.
One of our favorite luxury beach resorts is also an excellent choice for foodies, and you will find a huge 24-hour restaurant as well as 3 A La Carte Restaurants, 14 bars, a patisserie, and a chocolatier here, all of which are included in the all-inclusive rate.
While if you fancy splurging on some top-notch food during your stay, you can book a table at Bueno Steakhouse, Royal Villa Restaurant, or Gastro, which is headed by world-renowned Italian chef Alfredo Russo.
Without a doubt, this is one of the best all-inclusive resorts in Turkey, especially if you are traveling with kids.
2. Six Senses Kaplankaya
If you are seeking to relax like you’ve never done before, then look no further than Six Senses Kaplankaya on the unique and bohemian Bodrum Peninsula right on the waterfront. Offering 141 guest rooms and suites, all with postcard-worthy views, private sandy beaches, organic dining options, and a 10,000-square-meter spa.
In fact, their pioneering spa is the main selling point at Six Senses Kaplankaya as it offers 38 treatment rooms, hammams, hydrothermal areas, a state-of-art-gym and a wide array of fitness classes!
The rooms and suites here look as though they have been carved into the landscape and give the feeling that you’re in a Mediterranean Village. The Ridge Terrace Rooms offer private pools and terraces, while the residences (villas) have a private pool, garden, and kitchen.
For the kids, there’s a playground and an indoor playroom. Plus, the calm waves at the beach mean it’s a very family-friendly spot for a swim!
3. Delphin Imperial Lara
Delphin Imperial Lara is located on Lara Beach, a stunning 12-kilometer white sandy beach in Antalya. The epic building (you’ll have to see it to believe it!) features a whopping 798 chic guest rooms spread across nine floors, offering guests a luxurious place to stay right on the Turkish Riviera!
Many rooms offer stunning sea views, but all come with luxury features such as a balcony, air conditioning, a minibar, and more!
While the beach is sure to provide plenty of watersports such as sea kayaking and snorkeling, Imperial Lara is full of top-notch amenities that many can only dream of. From several outdoor pools, an indoor pool, an indoor shopping center, a luxurious spa center, a bowling alley, a tennis court, and a well-equipped fitness center, it is pretty much equipped enough to be its own small town!
Another thing that’s certain is you won’t go hungry at one of Turkey’s best luxury beach resorts as the main restaurant serves up breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet-style. And there are more delicious food options available at the on-site Fusion Restaurant and DaVinci Restaurant.
The historic center of Antalya (the Kaleici) is only a short drive away, so you can soak up some of the cultures of Turkey on your tropical holiday!
4. Voyage Sorgun Hotel
With a breathtaking sandy beach on your doorstep, Voyage Sorgun makes for a memorable coastal escape in Bodrum. Surrounded by the lush Sorgun forest and featuring two eye-catching jetties, it truly is picture-perfect.
It offers a luxurious spa complete with a Turkish bath (Hamam) and a sauna, and a vitality pool, meaning this 5-star beachfront resort is heaven for adults. While for the kids, there’s a shaded playground, mini club, and an aquapark with waterslides on the beach!
The rooms blend perfectly into their surroundings, and with a wide range of room types to choose from – from the Standard Room with a sea view to the spacious Family Bungalow with garden views, every type of traveler is catered to here. No matter which room you decide to pick, the modern and plush design is surely going to impress you.
Together with the main restaurant, this luxury resort also boasts several exceptional a la carte restaurants like Buzuki Greek Tavern and the Vista Restaurant. There’s even a Teppanyaki restaurant and a patisserie!
5. Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection – Ultra All Inclusive
The Barut Collection is a renowned collection of beach hotels in Turkey, and the crown jewel of this hotel chain is arguably the all-inclusive Acanthus & Cennet in Manavgat, 65 km from Antalya Airport.
Situated on its own private stretch of luxury beach backed by the glistening Mediterranean ocean, Acanthus & Cennet is one of the best hotels and holiday resorts in Turkey. There are plenty of rooms to choose from, from its suites to bucket-list-worthy swim-up rooms! Besides the impeccable decor, many of the rooms have luxurious features, such as a jacuzzi on the balcony, sunloungers, and a stunning sea view!
One of the highlights of the resort is the warm ocean right on your doorstep, but if the ocean isn’t enough, there’s also a massive outdoor pool, and a children’s pool, allowing everyone in the family to enjoy a vacation with plenty of water-related activities.
There are also more than five restaurants offering a huge variety of cuisine from around the world, a patisserie, and three chic bars (which boast 150 different drink types), all of which are offered as part of the all-inclusive package.
It’s fair to say your belly will always be full at this all-inclusive beach resort in Turkey!
6. Akra Sorgun Tui Blue Sensatori – Ultra All Inclusive
Mere steps away from Sorgun Beach, travelers will find Akra Sorgun Tui Blue Sensatori, one of the most popular beach resorts in Side on the Turkish Riviera.
There are plenty of rooms to choose from and most come with a view of the vast blue Mediterranean Sea. All rooms boast luxury bedding, a balcony, aircon, flat-screen TV, and a mini-bar! But, our favorites are the super-luxe Adult Suite with a Private Pool and a Swim-Up Family Room (the direct pool access from these is heavenly), which every family member is sure to fall in love with!
A private beach lies out front of the resort, and it’s lined with stylish cabanas offering the ultimate luxury beach experience. If you prefer to swim in a pool, don’t worry, as there are 5 swimming pools dotted throughout this beach resort.
Children are spoiled for choice here with an array of kid’s facilities, like two colorful outdoor playgrounds, a children’s pool, a kids club, and a range of special kid-friendly events.
And even the pickiest of eaters will be satisfied with the 6 restaurants on-site, a variety of bars as well as a poolside bar and a beach bar for more casual daytime dining.
7. Caresse, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Bodrum
Ideal for a relaxing getaway, Caresse Resort & Spa, despite being situated near bustling Bodrum, offers tranquility thanks to its semi-hidden location at the foot of the hills in Bitez.
Guests can take in the mesmerizing Aegean Sea from their room as each room here offers a balcony or private terrace! Also included are super-luxe bathrobes in each room as well as essential vacation amenities like air conditioning, a coffee machine, and divinely soft bedding!
As for facilities, Caresse has them in abundance, from a large indoor pool, an outdoor infinity pool, a spa, steam room, a fitness center, and 3 fantastic restaurants!
The spa here is famous for its ‘Dharma’ detox program, which promises to regenerate you both physically and mentally and even slow down the aging process.
The sunsets from this Turkish luxury beach resort are epic, and the best sunset-watching spot is the Glass Lounge Bar, complete with sunken seating where you can watch the sun sink into the ocean with a cocktail in hand!
8. Kempinski Hotel The Dome Belek
Set along a luxury beach in Belek, Kempinski Hotel The Dome is an award-winning property that travelers adore for its elaborate Seljuk-style design. This 5-star hotel is one of Turkey’s best beach resorts and features a private beach with a pier, indoor and outdoor pools, two championship 18-hole golf courses, and a spa.
Comprising of 158 stylish and spacious rooms, suites, and villas with garden or sea views all with balconies or terraces. The pick of the rooms though, is The Villa which boasts a private pool, hot tub, and a lovely balcony overlooking a lake!
This boutique hotel offers a range of amenities and facilities that cater to various types of travelers, including families, couples, and business travelers. Those traveling with kids will love the kids’ club, an area with a children’s pool playground, and a mini football field.
For those that want to do more than just relax on the private beach, this luxury beach resort in Turkey offers thrilling watersports such as diving, parasailing, jet skiing, and more!
9. Lara Barut Collection-Ultra All Inclusive
Built along a private beach in Antalya, Lara Barut Collection is one of the most stunning beach resorts in Turkey. It features six large swimming pools, twelve restaurants, five bars, and a spa complete with Turkish baths and saunas. Plus, there are tennis and squash courts, a gym, a mini golf area, and water sports for the more active travelers.
Conveniently located only 10 km from Antalya Airport, the rooms here are stylish and spacious, and all have large balconies either overlooking the gardens or the glistening sea.
And although it’s a family-friendly hotel, there are adults-only beaches for those who want a more peaceful experience sunbathing on the sun loungers. The kids club facilities here are top-notch, with indoor and outdoor swimming pools with slides, a soft play area, and a playground.
If you’re a foodie, the Lara Barut Collection has to be on your bucket list. As we said, there are an impressive 12 restaurants here, from an elegant sushi restaurant to a fine dining eatery!
10. Xanadu Resort Hotel
You’d be forgiven for thinking you’re in ancient Rome at the Xanadu Resort Hotel with its unique pool that’s styled after the Italian capital’s bathhouses and its Roman column-lined pathways.
All 421 rooms here are deceivingly spacious, and elegantly decorated and boast a private balcony or terrace and a large bathtub in the stylish private bathroom!
Surrounded by greenery and a 415-meter-long private beach (with an adult-only and a VIP area), this inimitable luxury all-inclusive resort is one of the best places to stay in Belek. With three outdoor pools, a plethora of water sports, as well as tennis courts and beach volleyball, the Xanadu offers plenty of fun for active guests! While those after a more relaxing vacation can de-stress at the Shang-Du Spa Center.
And at nightfall, this resort comes alive at the open-air disco!
Small children are well looked after at their kid’s club – Fancy Land. It is a paradise for little ones with an amusement park, trampoline, playground, climbing wall, game room and much more!
11. Megasaray Club Belek
Megasarat Club Belek is an oceanfront eco-friendly resort in Belek, one of the most popular holiday destinations in Turkey for families. This modern Seljuk-inspired mega resort takes up over 121,000 square meters of space and boasts 591 stylish rooms all with private balconies.
The creme-de-la-creme of the rooms is the Deluxe Swim Up Suites which offer direct pool access and are ideal for families as they boast two spacious rooms.
The 120-meter-long private beach with a jetty and five outdoor swimming pools means there’s space for everyone to spread out and enjoy the sunshine. It is situated on a blue flag beach that offers showers, changing facilities, and complimentary watersports. Private cabanas with butler service can also be rented for a truly luxurious beach experience.
This resort also offers six à la carte restaurants serving Italian, Chinese, Mexican, and traditional Ottoman cuisine and seafood.
12. D Maris Bay
The newly built D Maris Bay is paradise personified, hidden away on the Datça Peninsula. Offering no less than five private beaches with powdered sugar-like sand, from the family-friendly The Bay Beach to La Guerite Beach, which has a sophisticated vibe and wouldn’t look out of place in St Barths! In the evening, the latter is the place to come to party with sunset DJ sets and lively parties til the early hours of the morning!
Not forgetting that if you’re a wildlife lover, the sea here is home to abundant marine life, such as rare loggerhead sea turtles and monk seals! It is one of the places on the Turkish Riviera that is great for scuba diving and snorkeling.
D Maris Bay also offers three pools, a spa center, and a well-equipped fitness center. Not forgetting that all the rooms here have a private balcony, most with a view of the azure waters of the within-touching-distance Aegean Sea!
Guests can wine and dine at this beach hotel’s six unique restaurants and seven bars!
13. The Bodrum EDITION
Mere steps away from the sea, the Bodrum EDITION enjoys a prime position just minutes from the vibrant Bodrum. This Marriott-run luxury resort is home to 108 spacious rooms, all with balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Spend your days here relaxing by the infinity pool, at the exclusive beach club with jetty, or at the state-of-the-art spa center, which features a Turkish Hammam and therapy baths.
There are a plethora of dining options at this spa resort, from its signature Brava Restaurant which serves up Latin American-inspired dishes, to the classy Morena Restaurant, which specializes in Mediterranean cuisine.
After a day of relaxing in the sun, hit the nearby Yalıkavak Marina and shop ’til you drop at its large open-air shopping mall with over 106 stores.
14. Susona Bodrum, LXR Hotels & Resorts
A Hilton hotel with a twist, the luxurious Susona Bodrum is part of Hilton’s luxury collection brand. It’s tucked away among the lush forests on the Turquoise Coast, but almost everywhere you look is a view of the sparkling Mediterranean Sea.
The resort is spread out across several buildings, and the top-class amenities here include an infinity pool, a beach club, a tennis court, a 24-hour gym, a well-equipped spa, and three excellent restaurants. And what’s great too is that most rooms and villas here offer sea views as well as private balconies or terraces!
The beach is a world of adventure with thrilling watersports, a whirlpool, and a lively pool.
In the evening, head onto one of the resort’s three jetties to witness the most magical sunset of your life!
15. Titanic Mardan Palace
And ending this list of the best beach resorts in Turkey on a high with the super-stylish Titanic Mardan Palace. Hugging the Mediterranean coast in Antalya, this is one of Turkey’s most exclusive all-inclusive beach resorts!
The lagoon-style pools here extend to a yawning stretch of sandy beach, and the resort’s architecture mirrors that of some of Istanbul’s top attractions, like the palatial lobby, which is styled on the Dolmabahçe Palace, the largest palace in the country!
After spending a day relaxing on the white-sand beach that edges the hotel, choose from over 30 restaurants and bars, all complimentary as part of the resort’s all-inclusive dining concept. Or retreat to your super-luxe, exquisitely-decorated room, each of which boasts a balcony with a view (you may choose a view of the sea, swimming pool, or the looming Taurus Mountain Range.)
Other amenities at Titanic Mardan Palace include a KLAFS-designed spa, one of the biggest pools in Europe, and a Kids Club.
Comparison Table: Best Beach Resorts In Turkey
| Name | Location | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort – Kids Concept | Belek | $$$$$ | Check Here |
| Six Senses Kaplankaya | Bodrum | $$$ | Check Here |
| Delphin Imperial Lara | Antalya | $$$$ | Check Here |
| Voyage Sorgun | Side | $$$ | Check Here |
| Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection – Ultra All Inclusive | Side | $$$ | Check Here |
| Akra Sorgun Tui Blue Sensatori – Ultra All Inclusive | Manavgat | $$ | Check Here |
| Caresse, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Bodrum | Bodrum | $$$ | Check Here |
| Kempinski Hotel The Dome Belek | Belek | $$$$ | Check Here |
| Lara Barut Collection-Ultra All Inclusive | Antalya | $$$ | Check Here |
| Xanadu Resort Hotel – High Class All Inclusive | Belek | $$$ | Check Here |
| Megasaray Club Belek | Belek | $$$$ | Check Here |
| D Maris Bay | Marmaris | $$$$ | Check Here |
| The Bodrum EDITION | Bodrum | $$$$ | Check Here |
| Susona Bodrum, LXR Hotels & Resorts | Bodrum | $$ | Check Here |
| Titanic Mardan Palace | Antalya | $$$$ | Check Here |
Map of The Best Turkey Luxury Beach Resorts
Here is a map featuring all of the properties we’ve talked about. Using this map, you can see the location of your accommodation and how close it is to some of the attractions in the surrounding area.
Beach Resorts In Turkey FAQs
Where Are the Best Beach Resorts in Turkey?
The best beach resorts in Turkey are situated in the famous Turkish Riviera. This includes places such as Bodrum, Antalya, Marmaris, and Side.
What Are The Best Beach Holiday Destinations in Turkey?
The best beach holiday destinations in Turkey are Antalya, Bodrum, Marmaris, Kusadasi, Oludeniz, Lara, Side, and Fethiye.
Final Thought On Turkey’s Best Beach Resorts
Though Turkey might not come to your mind as a luxurious travel destination, there are plenty of world-class luxury beach resorts in Turkey.
Whether you are a couple looking to splurge on a vacation, or a family looking for some quality time together, there are plenty of opulent resorts and accommodation options to choose from.
Which resort looks the most exciting to you? Let us know in the comments.
