The 545-room Aska Lara Resort & Spa is a luxury resort outside of Antalya. This stretch of the Mediterranean is lined with all-inclusive resorts, but the Aska has a true high-end, but busy, vibe. Contemporary rooms have traditional design elements, and many feature balconies with sea views. There are cabanas and lounge chairs lining the off-site private beach, and the resort’s Wet ’n Wild zone keeps the joyful noise of kids separate from the main pool. All-inclusive options are available, and there are multiple restaurants and bars as well as a spa, but certain amenities are seasonal and cost extra. For an even glitzier all-inclusive option with eye-catching rooms, check out Delphin Imperial Hotel Lara.
The 545-room Aska Lara Resort & Spa is a luxury resort outside of Antalya. This stretch of the Mediterranean is lined with all-inclusive resorts, but the Aska has a true high-end, but busy, vibe. Contemporary rooms have traditional design elements, and many feature balconies with sea views. There are cabanas and lounge chairs lining the off-site private beach, and the resort’s Wet ’n Wild zone keeps the joyful noise of kids separate from the main pool. All-inclusive options are available, and there are multiple restaurants and bars as well as a spa, but certain amenities are seasonal and cost extra. For an even glitzier all-inclusive option with eye-catching rooms, check out Delphin Imperial Hotel Lara.
The all-inclusive, 534-room Botanik Lara is an upscale resort on Lara Beach, a 30-minute drive from the center of Antalya. Most rooms are modern, and all have furnished balconies, some with beautiful sea views. Other rooms, though aren't quite up to the level of luxury the hotel claims. Facilities include outdoor and indoor pools, a full-service spa, and many excellent on-site restaurants and bars. Kid-friendly features such as the children’s pool, free kids' club, and bowling alley are a plus for families, but some of these activities are only offered in high season. Travelers might want to also consider the Aska Lara Resort & Spa, which has a huge Wet ’n Wild theme park and lower rates.
The all-inclusive, 534-room Botanik Lara is an upscale resort on Lara Beach, a 30-minute drive from the center of Antalya. Most rooms are modern, and all have furnished balconies, some with beautiful sea views. Other rooms, though aren't quite up to the level of luxury the hotel claims. Facilities include outdoor and indoor pools, a full-service spa, and many excellent on-site restaurants and bars. Kid-friendly features such as the children’s pool, free kids' club, and bowling alley are a plus for families, but some of these activities are only offered in high season. Travelers might want to also consider the Aska Lara Resort & Spa, which has a huge Wet ’n Wild theme park and lower rates.
The 311-room Liberty Hotels Lara is an upper-middle-range resort with good food and many pools, including one for adults only, an indoor one, and a water park with three slides. Comfortable rooms feature balconies, free minibars (replenished daily), free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs with international channels, but decor is bland. There are plenty of entertainment options for all ages at this all-inclusive, from daily activities by the pool, to a kids’ club, two tennis courts, a five-a-side soccer field, and family-friendly evening shows. However, those wanting to relax with a book or a drink can also find quieter spots both around the pools and at the beach, which features a lovely pier with serviced cabanas (for a fee). Families seeking something more upscale may want to compare rates at the Aska Lara Resort & Spa.
The 311-room Liberty Hotels Lara is an upper-middle-range resort with good food and many pools, including one for adults only, an indoor one, and a water park with three slides. Comfortable rooms feature balconies, free minibars (replenished daily), free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs with international channels, but decor is bland. There are plenty of entertainment options for all ages at this all-inclusive, from daily activities by the pool, to a kids’ club, two tennis courts, a five-a-side soccer field, and family-friendly evening shows. However, those wanting to relax with a book or a drink can also find quieter spots both around the pools and at the beach, which features a lovely pier with serviced cabanas (for a fee). Families seeking something more upscale may want to compare rates at the Aska Lara Resort & Spa.
The beachfront, 240-room Sealife Family Resort Hotel is an all-inclusive property located a 25-minute drive from Antalya’s Old City. Although the setting is more urban than beachy, the hotel offers an array of resort-style amenities, including a private area on Konyaalti Beach (connected to it via a private underpass), indoor and outdoor pools, and a seasonal entertainment program with pool games, evening shows, and mini-disco for children. The spa and fitness center are basic but sufficient, and the kids’ club is a great perk for families traveling with children. Those rooms renovated in 2016 are simple but comfortable, while the other two-thirds of non-refurbished rooms somewhat disappointing, though they're expected to be fully updated by mid-2018. Families may want to compare rates with the Ramada Resort Lara, which has a sandier beach and more bustling atmosphere.
The beachfront, 240-room Sealife Family Resort Hotel is an all-inclusive property located a 25-minute drive from Antalya’s Old City. Although the setting is more urban than beachy, the hotel offers an array of resort-style amenities, including a private area on Konyaalti Beach (connected to it via a private underpass), indoor and outdoor pools, and a seasonal entertainment program with pool games, evening shows, and mini-disco for children. The spa and fitness center are basic but sufficient, and the kids’ club is a great perk for families traveling with children. Those rooms renovated in 2016 are simple but comfortable, while the other two-thirds of non-refurbished rooms somewhat disappointing, though they're expected to be fully updated by mid-2018. Families may want to compare rates with the Ramada Resort Lara, which has a sandier beach and more bustling atmosphere.
The 240-room Ramada Plaza Antalya is an upper-middle-range city hotel with resort-style amenities and stunning panoramic sea and mountain views. The property is perched atop the cliffs of the city center, and offers direct access to the rocky shore below via steps and platforms with loungers. Rooms are comfortable, clean, and well-equipped, but the highlight here is the small but beautiful infinity pool built on the side of the cliff, overlooking the sea. The wellness and fitness center is also outstanding for an urban hotel of this caliber, housing a big indoor pool, lots of machines, free group fitness classes, and pleasant treatment rooms. All guests get free access to a hammam, steam room, and sauna. The hotel offers a range of meal plans, from bed-and-breakfast to all-inclusive, but food here gets mixed reviews.
The 240-room Ramada Plaza Antalya is an upper-middle-range city hotel with resort-style amenities and stunning panoramic sea and mountain views. The property is perched atop the cliffs of the city center, and offers direct access to the rocky shore below via steps and platforms with loungers. Rooms are comfortable, clean, and well-equipped, but the highlight here is the small but beautiful infinity pool built on the side of the cliff, overlooking the sea. The wellness and fitness center is also outstanding for an urban hotel of this caliber, housing a big indoor pool, lots of machines, free group fitness classes, and pleasant treatment rooms. All guests get free access to a hammam, steam room, and sauna. The hotel offers a range of meal plans, from bed-and-breakfast to all-inclusive, but food here gets mixed reviews.
The 396-room, upper-middle-range Ramada Resort Lara is a compact hotel offering a good value for families and groups of friends. Although it is not directly on the beach, the property has a large beach club down the street, complete with a stage for evening shows, a restaurant, a pier with a bar, serviced cabanas, sports facilities, and a kids’ club. There is free shuttle service to the beach club every 15 minutes, but guests can walk there in about five minutes as well. The pool is large and bustling, with games, sports, four waterslides, and a separate kiddy pool with water features. Part of it is covered and can be heated in the colder months. Rooms are generic, but clean and well-equipped with flat-screen TVs, free minibars (replenished daily), and electric kettles. Views, however, are mediocre from most.
The 396-room, upper-middle-range Ramada Resort Lara is a compact hotel offering a good value for families and groups of friends. Although it is not directly on the beach, the property has a large beach club down the street, complete with a stage for evening shows, a restaurant, a pier with a bar, serviced cabanas, sports facilities, and a kids’ club. There is free shuttle service to the beach club every 15 minutes, but guests can walk there in about five minutes as well. The pool is large and bustling, with games, sports, four waterslides, and a separate kiddy pool with water features. Part of it is covered and can be heated in the colder months. Rooms are generic, but clean and well-equipped with flat-screen TVs, free minibars (replenished daily), and electric kettles. Views, however, are mediocre from most.
Designed to resemble the Red Square in Moscow, the 875-room World of Wonders Kremlin Palace is an upper-middle-range all-inclusive resort located on a lovely sandy beach in Kundu. Its grounds are huge and impressive, with a massive pool, two water parks, numerous bars, and even a few carnival rides. Its many dining options offer a wide array of world cuisines to choose from, including a sushi bar (a rarity in Antalya), and the entertainment program features plenty of daily activities. Rooms, though, are somewhat underwhelming for the price, with dated furniture, some signs of wear, and paid Wi-Fi. The WOW Kremlin Palace is a good pick for a fun, active family vacation, but those expecting the advertised decadent luxury and exclusive feel may be disappointed. Neighboring sister property World of Wonders Topkapi Palace is more upscale.
Designed to resemble the Red Square in Moscow, the 875-room World of Wonders Kremlin Palace is an upper-middle-range all-inclusive resort located on a lovely sandy beach in Kundu. Its grounds are huge and impressive, with a massive pool, two water parks, numerous bars, and even a few carnival rides. Its many dining options offer a wide array of world cuisines to choose from, including a sushi bar (a rarity in Antalya), and the entertainment program features plenty of daily activities. Rooms, though, are somewhat underwhelming for the price, with dated furniture, some signs of wear, and paid Wi-Fi. The WOW Kremlin Palace is a good pick for a fun, active family vacation, but those expecting the advertised decadent luxury and exclusive feel may be disappointed. Neighboring sister property World of Wonders Topkapi Palace is more upscale.
The 348-room Lara Family Club is an upper-middle-range, all-inclusive resort outside of Antalya, a 15-minute walk from the beach. Modern air-conditioned rooms have balconies (some with sea views) and walk-in tile showers. Family friendly multi-room apartments are also available. Facilities are extensive, with several pools, restaurants, bars, and kid-friendly features. There's a full-service spa, and the beach shuttle and Wi-Fi are free. The hotel does overflow with guests during the high season, creating a loud and bustling atmosphere. Guests looking for extra amenities should consider the Delphin Imperial Hotel Lara, where there are bowling lanes, a kids' movie theater, and eight waterslides -- plus free minibars in rooms!
The 348-room Lara Family Club is an upper-middle-range, all-inclusive resort outside of Antalya, a 15-minute walk from the beach. Modern air-conditioned rooms have balconies (some with sea views) and walk-in tile showers. Family friendly multi-room apartments are also available. Facilities are extensive, with several pools, restaurants, bars, and kid-friendly features. There's a full-service spa, and the beach shuttle and Wi-Fi are free. The hotel does overflow with guests during the high season, creating a loud and bustling atmosphere. Guests looking for extra amenities should consider the Delphin Imperial Hotel Lara, where there are bowling lanes, a kids' movie theater, and eight waterslides -- plus free minibars in rooms!
The 221-room Saturn Palace is a loud, upper-middle-range all-inclusive in Lara, a busy resort area directly east of the airport. The hotel caters almost exclusively to families wanting a fun-filled vacation, with loud entertainment, evening shows, and a kids’ club offering lots of activities for all ages. This is probably not the best pick for a mellow getaway, but those in need of a break from the music and pool games can grab a lounger at the quiet pool, which is a little away from the hustle and bustle. Food is just average, and the all-inclusive package only covers a handful of imported drinks, but rates are competitive, and rooms are clean and well-equipped. Couples seeking something quieter may prefer the Ramada Plaza Antalya.
The 221-room Saturn Palace is a loud, upper-middle-range all-inclusive in Lara, a busy resort area directly east of the airport. The hotel caters almost exclusively to families wanting a fun-filled vacation, with loud entertainment, evening shows, and a kids’ club offering lots of activities for all ages. This is probably not the best pick for a mellow getaway, but those in need of a break from the music and pool games can grab a lounger at the quiet pool, which is a little away from the hustle and bustle. Food is just average, and the all-inclusive package only covers a handful of imported drinks, but rates are competitive, and rooms are clean and well-equipped. Couples seeking something quieter may prefer the Ramada Plaza Antalya.
Sherwood Breezes Resort is a stylish and upscale all-inclusive hotel set on extensive and immaculate grounds in Antalya's upmarket Lara district. A 2014 makeover is still very much in evidence, and there are chic, polished interiors throughout. Rooms are bright and attractive, with furnished balconies -- some with sea views -- though some overlook a wall. Facilities for all ages are superb -- highlights include an on-site water park and long sandy beach with butler-service cabins. Rates compare favorably to similar hotels, though for properties with a little more glitz and sparkle -- at a slightly higher price tag -- take a look at the Delphin hotels.
Sherwood Breezes Resort is a stylish and upscale all-inclusive hotel set on extensive and immaculate grounds in Antalya's upmarket Lara district. A 2014 makeover is still very much in evidence, and there are chic, polished interiors throughout. Rooms are bright and attractive, with furnished balconies -- some with sea views -- though some overlook a wall. Facilities for all ages are superb -- highlights include an on-site water park and long sandy beach with butler-service cabins. Rates compare favorably to similar hotels, though for properties with a little more glitz and sparkle -- at a slightly higher price tag -- take a look at the Delphin hotels.