Alanya

Travel Guide

Alanya
Alanya
Alanya
Alanya
Alanya

Ancient Seljuk ruins and mystical caves stand alongside golden-sand beaches and resort hotels in this lively city on the Turkish Riviera. 

Old meets new in Alanya with an intriguing blend of ancient Seljuk heritage and modern resort activities. Explore a citadel of centuries-old landmarks, visit archaeological museums and discover the stunning natural beauty of Turkey’s Mediterranean coastline. Additionally, Alanya offers attractive sandy beaches, amusement parks, seafront hotels and a lively nightlife scene.

Alanya began as a fortified citadel on a rocky peninsula. It is home to popular historical attractions such as the 13th-century Alanya Castle, built by the sultan of the Seljuk dynasty. Stroll along zigzagging lanes lined with cafés and souvenir shops to Alanya Shipyard, one of Turkey’s last surviving Seljuk dockyards. Gaze up at the impressive Red Tower, a 108-foot-tall (33-meter) octagonal watchtower.

Stretching in both directions from the peninsula are safe swimming beaches framed by all-inclusive hotels, bars and restaurants. Select one to sip a raki (aniseed-flavored liquor) and sample a Turkish kebab or meze (mixed appetizer platter). Join boat trips to magnificent sea caves, including Asiklar Cave, Kizlar Cave and Phosphorus Cave.

Try Jet-Skiing, parasailing and snorkeling at Keykubat Beach and Portakal Beach, running east from the shipyard. Go to Damlatas Beach, near the peninsula’s western side, and marvel at the stalagmites and stalactites of Damlatas Cave. Continue to Cleopatra Beach, another popular watersports center. Legend states that the Egyptian queen Cleopatra once swam here.

Away from the beach, museums retrace the city’s history. Spot artifacts from the Byzantine, Ottoman, Seljuk and Roman periods at the Alanya Archaeological Museum. Learn about the Turkish revolutionist Mustafa Kemal Ataturk at the Alanya Ataturk House Museum.

Have fun on fairground attractions and waterslides at Alanya Lunapark. Browse the boutiques and fashion outlets of Alanya Shopping Mall. Enjoy a night out at the cocktail bars, discos and pubs centered on the historic shipyard.

Get here by flying to Gazipaşa Airport, located 25 miles (41 kilometers) south from Alanya’s city center. Flights arrive daily from major European destinations. Balmy Mediterranean temperatures make vacations in Alanya pleasant year-round.

Where to stay in Alanya

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Alanya City Center

If you're spending some time in Alanya City Center, Alanya Aquapark and Alanya Culture Center are top sights worth seeing.

Alanya City Center
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Güller Pınarı

While visiting Güller Pınarı, you might make a stop by sights like Alanya Harbor and Anjeliq Beach.

Güller Pınarı
Anjeliq Downtown Boutique Hotel
Anjeliq Downtown Boutique Hotel
Saray Mahallesi Turkmenbasi Cad No 1, Alanya, ANTALYA
The price is €67 per night from 26 May to 27 May
€67
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Alanya. Enjoy free WiFi, a steam room, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Kleopatra Beach and Alanya Aquapark are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (220 reviews)
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"1 gece konakladık ama çok memnun kaldık, Alanya’ya bir daha gidersem ilk bakacağım otel. Hem yemekler mükemmel, hem konum mükemmel. Çalışanlar güler yüzlü, odalar temiz."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Anjeliq Downtown Boutique Hotel
HMA Hotel & Suites
HMA Hotel & Suites
Sevket Tokus Caddesi, no 25, Alanya
The price is €40 per night from 27 May to 28 May
€40
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this hotel in Alanya. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (334 reviews)
"efficient staff and service ready to help if necessary overall good quality"

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2023

HMA Hotel & Suites
Days Inn By Wyndham Alanya
Days Inn By Wyndham Alanya
Konakli Mah. Mustafa, Kemal Bulvari No:81, Alanya, Antalya
The price is €30 per night from 26 May to 27 May
€30
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this hotel in Alanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kleopatra Beach and Alanya Aquapark are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
"Very good. the staff is very nice and polite and a very incredible sighting with amazing and comfortable rooms"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2025

Days Inn By Wyndham Alanya
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
ARIA RIVA APART HOTEL
ARIA RIVA APART HOTEL
Turkmenbasi Cd No 5, Alanya, Antalya
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Alanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Kleopatra Beach and Alanya Aquapark are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"nice, close to the beach"

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2025

ARIA RIVA APART HOTEL
Alaya Apart Otel
Alaya Apart Otel
Hasan Akçalioglu Cd., Alanya, Antalya
Stay at this apartment in Alanya. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. Popular attractions Alanya Aquapark and Alanya Castle are located ...
Alaya Apart Otel
AGORA APART OTEL
AGORA APART OTEL
Saray Mmahallesi, Alanya, Antalya
Stay at this aparthotel in Alanya. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Alanya Aquapark and Kleopatra Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
"The location of the place is great—if it's your first time in Alanya and you're thinking of staying near the beach, this is a good spot. The best part is the team running it: it's a family with their two kids who make everyone feel very comfortable. The issues the hotel has are typical of an older ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

AGORA APART OTEL
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Alanya

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
29
5 - Excellent 51%
4 - Good
25
4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
2
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very beautiful city, very recommended

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Alanya has a lot to offer; culture, shopping, beach, parks, cafes and restaurants, you name it. It’s clean and beautiful, safe and I just love it.

5/5 - Excellent

Denis

Alanya is a lovely place, the Hotel was awful

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Cleopatra beach a must visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We had a very good time... only that the locals seem not used to seeing black people hense the constant stares, tho very few were unfriendly... most of the locals were friendly and polite.. however, we had a blast!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful the castle the views and there was always a mosque to pray our daily salat wherever we went with facilities fir women too