Alanya holidays

Alanya holidays are all about long sandy beaches, All Inclusive hotels and great value on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast.

Sitting in the Antalya region on the Turkish Riviera, holidays to Alanya are especially popular with families thanks to the huge choice of beachfront resorts and a holiday season that runs from spring into autumn. Couples and groups are just as well catered for, with Cleopatra Beach, the harbour and Alanya Castle all adding something different to a week by the sea.

Flights from the UK take around 4 to 4.5 hours, and like all our Turkey holidays, every package is ATOL and ABTA protected, so you can book with confidence.

Why choose Alanya?

Alanya gives you the kind of holiday many people picture when they think of Turkey – long days by the shore, warm evenings and hotels where everything’s in one place. Cleopatra Beach, Damlataş Beach and Keykubat Beach give you miles of sand to choose from, while the harbour and Old Town, overlooked by Alanya Castle and the Red Tower, mean there’s somewhere to head after the sun goes down.

Families return for the value and huge choice of All Inclusive hotels, couples enjoy having the beach and town side by side, groups get the best of both, and the holiday season runs from April and May through to October.

Alanya All Inclusive holidays

Alanya All Inclusive holidays offer fantastic value. Resorts like Avsallar, Incekum, Konaklı and Okurcalar are filled with beachfront hotels where breakfast, lunch, dinner, local drinks and entertainment are all taken care of, while central Alanya suits anyone who likes the idea of having the harbour, restaurants and shops close by.

Family holidays in Alanya

Alanya family holidays revolve around long sandy shores, large resort hotels and days that are easy to fill without travelling far. Around Avsallar, Incekum and Long Beach you’ll find gently shelving sand, pools, slides and kids’ clubs that keep younger guests busy from morning until evening. For a change of scene, boat trips, waterparks, cable cars and Alanya Castle are all a stone’s throw away. Explore our family holidays in Alanya to compare the best resorts for your trip.

Cheap & last-minute holidays to Alanya

Cheap holidays to Alanya are easier to find than in many other Turkey resorts, with hotels stretching right along the coast. Travelling outside the school holidays or keeping your travel dates flexible can bring lower prices, while Mahmutlar and Konaklı often have more availability if you’re booking later.

If you’re still weighing up your options, take a look at last minute Alanya holidays and Alanya package holidays.

Where to stay in Alanya

Alanya Centre & Cleopatra Beach

Best for: First-time visitors, couples and mixed groups

Central Alanya puts the beach, harbour and Old Town in the same part of town, so you can easily swap the sand for dinner or drinks. Cleopatra Beach draws the crowds, while Alanya Castle and the Red Tower give the seafront its postcard backdrop. You’ll rarely be short of somewhere to eat or watch the sun go down.

Konaklı

Best for: Families and value

Around 12km west of Alanya, Konaklı is lined with larger All Inclusives, including the popular Eftalia resort hotels, and a mix of sand and pebble beaches. It’s not as buzzy as the centre but close enough for a day or evening visit. You’ll probably come for the hotel and dip into Alanya when you fancy a change of scene.

Avsallar & Incekum (Long Beach)

Best for: Families

Avsallar and neighbouring Incekum are where many families end up after checking the map. Long Beach gives everyone room to spread out, while Incekum’s calm, sandy bay is a favourite with parents of little ones. Days here tend to drift between the beach, the pool and the ice cream stand without anyone asking, “What shall we do now?”

Mahmutlar

Best for: Budget-friendly stays and longer holidays

Mahmutlar sits east of Alanya, close to the Gold City resort area, with hotels and apartments dotted between cafés, bakeries and everyday shops, giving it a different feel to many of Alanya’s other resorts. The narrower beach is balanced by a town that’s easy to settle into, whether you’re staying for a week or longer. It’s also a good shout if you’re hoping to snap up a late deal.

Kestel & Türkler

Best for: Families looking for a quieter base

Kestel and Türkler sit on the east coast, just beyond Mahmutlar, and are made for slower days by the sea. Kestel is quieter than Alanya’s centre, while you’ll have everything you need in Türkler’s larger family resorts. You’ll soon find yourself falling into a rhythm of breakfast, beach, pool and back again.

Okurcalar

Best for: Families and resort hotel stays

Okurcalar sits on the Antalya–Alanya border, west of the centre, and is worth a look if you’re planning to spend most of the week at your hotel. Larger All Inclusive resorts line this length of coast, many with direct beach access and facilities that keep everyone entertained. It’s a natural fit for families looking to switch off for a week.

Best Alanya holidays by type

All Inclusive holidays in Alanya

If the hotel’s going to be a big part of your holiday, start with Alanya. The biggest resorts stretch along much of the coastline. Compare our Alanya All Inclusive holidays to find the right one for you.

Family holidays in Alanya

Avsallar, Incekum and Konaklı are all top choices if you’re travelling with little ones. A sweeping shoreline and family-sized hotels mean the days tend to take care of themselves. See our family holidays in Alanya to compare places to stay.

Couples & adults-only holidays in Alanya

Alanya isn’t just for families. You can spend the morning on Cleopatra Beach, take the cable car up to the castle, then settle in by the harbour as the restaurants start to fill up. Adults-only hotels are a good match if that’s more your style.

Cheap & last-minute holidays to Alanya

Flexible with your dates? Start your search in Alanya. Hotels are spread across the resort, making it a great place to look for a late getaway. Browse our last minute and cheap holidays to Alanya for late deals on beachfront hotels.

Alanya vs other Turkey resorts

Families often narrow their Turkey shortlist down to Alanya, Bodrum and Marmaris, but each feels quite different. Bodrum holidays are all about marina towns and smaller bays, while Marmaris holidays centre around a busy waterfront. Alanya stands out for its long sandy beaches, larger All Inclusive resorts and the castle overlooking the town, although the transfer from Antalya Airport is usually longer.

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