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Arena Dorada Apartments

The two-pearl Arena Dorada sets itself apart from the myriad value apartment complexes in Puerto del Carmen with an ideal location half a block from the main drag and the beach. Its 80 studios and one-bedroom apartments are basic but comfortable, with fully equipped kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, and furnished balconies, some of which offer partial sea views. Wi-Fi is free (which is rare in this price range), but air-conditioning is not available anywhere on the property, and fans are only available for a fee. The pool is pleasant and quiet, and the poolside bar’s happy hour is popular among guests. Food, however, generally gets poor reviews. Families with young kids may prefer the THB Flora, though it’s farther away from the beach. 

Moonlight Hotel

The 38-room Moonlight Hotel is a budget property whose top selling point is its location three short blocks from a long beach in the outskirts of Alanya. The spa is small but modern, featuring a hammam, sauna, three massage rooms, and a relaxation area, and the restaurant is a pleasant spot for a drink or a quick bite during the day. Rooms, however, are worn and basic, with serious maintenance issues (bare bulbs, broken switches, and shoddy repairs throughout), and lack of mini-fridges and safes. Some rates don’t include Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, or breakfast. Rates at the Moonlight are rock-bottom, but Parador Apart Hotel offers better value for just a little bit more money. 

Best Western Plus Carlton Suites

The budget Best Western Plus Carlton Suites is a good choice for business and leisure travelers who don’t want to spend a lot on lodging, particularly those looking at an extended stay. The 102 suites at this pet-friendly hotel are clean and spacious — if a bit dark and dated — and all have kitchenettes, sleeper sofas, and free Wi-Fi. However, the bathrooms are cramped. Facility highlights include a free hot breakfast, a weekday managers reception, a heated indoor pool, a fitness center, and a guest laundry room. Rates are attractive for all that’s included, but travelers may also want to consider the mid-range Drury Inn & Suites Birmingham Southwest next door, which has similar amenities and rates that are typically just a tad higher.