Belek, Turkey: beaches, attractions and the best hotels

In each country with a developed tourism industry, there are cities that have the status of elite resorts. Belek, Turkey can be attributed precisely to such. This resort has incorporated everything that modern tourism can offer: chic hotels, clean beaches, various sights, endless entertainment, sporting events and convenient infrastructure. You can learn more about Belek and its capabilities from our article.

General information

Belek is a small resort town in the south-west of Turkey, located 40 km east of the center of Antalya and 30 km from the international airport. Its population is just over 7,700 people. This is a fairly young resort, which has already established itself as one of the most elite in Turkey. It is famous for its vast golf courses, luxurious luxury hotels, and recently, the large Rixos hotel chain has built the large The Land of Legends water park.

It is hard to imagine that even three decades ago, Belek was a wilderness planted with eucalyptus trees and pine groves, in the territory of which the turtles of the Caret were found their shelter. It is in this region that more than 100 of the 450 species of birds inhabited in Turkey live, and many of them are exotic and rare birds. And although the resort itself is quite young, in its vicinity are sights with a long history (Aspendos, Side and Perge).

Today Belek in Turkey, whose hotels are often included in the tops of the best hotels in the country, offers tourists a developed infrastructure with an abundance of shops, cafes and restaurants, nightclubs and water parks, thereby providing the best conditions for a comfortable vacation. It will be interesting for both passive tourists, accustomed to a leisurely beach holiday, and active travelers who are fond of sports and trips on excursions. And the proximity of the resort to Antalya only expands the list of opportunities for tourists who came here.

Attractions and entertainment

Belek sights are located both in the city itself and in its environs. Among them you will find monuments of antiquity, and natural corners, and entertainment facilities. And of particular interest to you can cause the following iconic places:

City center and mosque

Upon arrival on vacation in Belek, first of all, it is worth getting acquainted with the city itself and taking a walk along its central streets. Here you can see the miniature mosque, built at the end of the 20th century, and the clock tower located next to it. The city center is a well-groomed territory with blooming flower beds, on which there are numerous shops for every taste, as well as restaurants and cafes. Since Belek is considered an elite place, prices here are slightly higher than in other resorts in Turkey.

Ancient Pamphylia: Perge and Aspendos

City of perge

At various resorts in Turkey, many ancient monuments have been preserved, reminiscent of the former glory of great civilizations, and Belek was no exception. Only 30 km northwest of the site is the ancient city of Perge, and judging by archaeological excavations, it was formed back in 1000 BC. Here is a large Roman amphitheater, accommodating up to 15 thousand spectators, Hellenistic gates, as well as the ruins of city walls, the acropolis and the Byzantine basilica. In Perga, the famous Roman baths, lined with marble slabs and decorated with ancient sculptures, have also been preserved.

In high season, the attraction is open daily from 8:00 to 19:00, from October to April from 8:00 to 17:00
Entrance fee is $ 6.5

City Aspendos

And 17.5 km north-east of Belek you can find another trace of antiquity. Built in the 10th century BC. e. after the end of the Trojan War, the city of Aspendos was in the hands of the Greeks and in the possession of the Romans, experienced an incredible rise and a tragic collapse. Its main attraction was the huge amphitheater built in the era of Marcus Aurelius, which houses more than 15 thousand people. It is noteworthy that the theater is operational; in high season, dance performances are held here and the Opera and Ballet Festival is held.

The attraction operates daily from 8:00 to 17:00 from October to April and from 8:00 to 19:00 from April to October
Entrance fee is $ 6.5

The ancient city of Side

Another interesting attraction was the ancient city-museum of Side, located 44 km southeast of Belek. Some buildings have at least 2 millennia. The ruins of the Temple of Apollo have been preserved in Side, but even these ruins look quite majestic against the background of the azure waters of the Mediterranean Sea. The city also has a large Roman amphitheater, port baths, basilica ruins and an archaeological museum. The historic complex has many restaurants and shops, offers yacht tours and parachute flights.

Visit the ruins of the Temple of Apollo for free at any time.
The entrance to the museum and the amphitheater is $ 5, in high season these attractions are available daily from 8:00 to 19:00, from October to April - from 8:00 to 17:00.

Duden waterfalls

One of the most beautiful natural attractions that can be seen while relaxing in Belek in Turkey is the Duden Waterfalls located in Antalya. The Lower Duden Waterfall is located 10 km east of the center of the province and is a stormy stream flowing into the sea from a height of 40 meters. And in the northern part of Antalya is Upper Duden, consisting of several waterfalls surrounded by an emerald park. Read more about the attractions here.

Manavgat Waterfall

If you are puzzled by the question of what to see in Belek, we advise you to go 46 km east of the city, where another picturesque attraction lies - Manavgat Waterfall. A seething stream of mountain river waters, overthrowing from a steep threshold, forms a unique waterfall with a width of 40 meters and a height of 2 meters. From here, magnificent landscapes open to the pristine nature of Turkey. Near the swift river there is a verdant park with several restaurants and shops. Read more about the attractions here.

Water Park and Dolphinarium "Troy" (Troy Aquapark)

Stylized as ancient Troy, the water park is located in the southeastern part of Belek on the territory of the Rixos Premium Belek hotel and covers an area of more than 12 thousand square meters. m. Here in the middle of the hills stands a wooden statue of a Trojan horse about 25 meters high. In Troy there are 15 attractions for adults, a zone with slides and a pool for small children is installed.

The show is held throughout the day at the water park, cheerful music is played, and interesting contests are organized. On site there is an excellent cafe with a varied menu. And next to the water park there is also a dolphinarium, where twice a day there is a performance with dolphins, walrus and white whale.

The water park is open daily from May to October from 10:00 to 16:30
Entrance ticket price for an adult is $ 15, for children from 7 to 12 years old $ 9
Entrance to the dolphinarium is paid separately and is $ 10

Waterpark "Land of Legends" (The Land of Legends Aquapark)

In 2016, another water park appeared in Belek. Initially, the owners of the Rixos hotel chain planned to open Disneyland, but due to pressure from France, Europe’s only holder of the famous amusement park, they reformatted the project into a hotel and water park. The huge entertainment complex accommodates more than 40 water attractions with 72 slides. The park is divided into thematic zones, each of which is designed in the style of a certain fairy tale.

Here you will find a variety of restaurants, a mall with boutiques, a 5 D movie theater, bars, spas and even an artificial volcano. The first five-star hotel for children in Turkey was built on the Land of Legends. At the water park you can take an underwater walk in a spacesuit, swim with dolphins and surf in a special pool.

The water park is open daily from May to October from 10:00 to 17:00
Entrance ticket for an adult costs $ 40, for children - $ 30

Golf

National golf club

Looking through the photos of Belek, you will undoubtedly stumble upon pictures of golf courses: after all, the resort has long been the center of this sport. There are 8 golf clubs, the most famous of which is the National Golf Club, more designed for professionals than for beginners. Here the price for a six-hour lesson is $ 250 per person. For those just starting to learn this game, the TAT Golf Belek International Golf Club is more suitable, where instructors offer to go through express training, the cost of which starts at $ 70 per person. The golf season in Turkey starts in September and lasts all winter and spring until the heat.

Antalya

"Sandland"

Undoubtedly, the lion's share of attractions that can be seen while relaxing in Belek, located in Antalya. Among them, the Old Town area, the Archaeological Museum, the Aquarium, the Sandland Sand Sculpture Museum, Lara Beach, Kursunlu Falls and others deserve the most attention. We will talk more about the sights of Antalya in a separate article.

Beach

The coast in Belek, approved by the Blue Flag, stretches over 16 km, and its territory is divided between local hotels. However, the resort also has a public beach, Kadriye, where anyone can relax for free. The coastline here is covered with soft golden sand, both large and small. The area is characterized by shallow water, shallow entry into the sea in Belek, the depth begins only after a few meters. In some places, at the bottom, small sharp stones can come across. This is a very safe place to relax with children.

On the public beach in Belek in Turkey, sun loungers and umbrellas are available for rent. Along the coast stretch numerous restaurants and coastal cafes. For an extra fee, visitors to the beach can enjoy water sports, jet skiing and parachuting. There is a beach volleyball court on site, a lifeguard service is available. Nearby is a verdant park with playgrounds and sports fields, and there are picnic areas.

Hotels

Belek is the kingdom of five-star hotels, and some of them have the status of the best in all of Turkey. Here is a huge selection of 5 * hotels located on the first coastline and having their own beach. There are very few 4 * and 3 * hotels in the city, and they are located far from the sea, which can greatly complicate the rest. In high season, the cost of accommodation in a double room in hotels of different categories starts from:

In the hotel 3 * - from $ 50 per day
In the hotel 4 * - from $ 60 per night
In the hotel 5 * - from $ 100 per day

Consider three fairly popular hotels, where price and quality are best combined.

Robinson Club Nobilis

Rating on the booking: 9,2.

The cost of living in a high season in a double room is $ 300 per day. The price includes two breakfasts, lunch and dinner according to the "Full board" system.

The hotel is located about 500 meters from the beach, has its own golf course. On site there is a large spa, several outdoor pools with slides. The hotel rooms are equipped with all necessary equipment, including air conditioning, TV, minibar, hairdryer, etc.

pros

Large and well-groomed area
Close to the beach
Varied meals, theme dinners with costumes
The friendly attitude of the staff
Interesting evening shows

Minuses

All drinks are paid
Wooden decking on the beach requires updating
The hotel is focused on German tourists

Crystal Tat Beach Golf

Rating on the booking: 8,4.

The price for a double room in high season starts at $ 200 per night. The price includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The hotel is located on the Mediterranean coast, has a golf course, which is located 3 km from the hotel. The rooms are equipped with a TV, air conditioning and a jacuzzi. An outdoor pool, sauna and fitness center are on site.

pros

Large and clean rooms
Well maintained grounds and beach
An abundance of dishes
Good hotel for families

Minuses

Unfriendly staff comes across
The Internet is malfunctioning
Not enough sun loungers on the beach and pool

Sentido zeynep

Rating on the booking: 8,7.

The cost of living in a double room in the summer months is from $ 190. The price includes food.

The hotel has three outdoor pools, a spa, several restaurants and its own sandy beach. A tennis court, golf course and gym are on site. The rooms are furnished with the necessary equipment, air conditioning, TV and minibar are provided.

pros

Polite staff
Clear sea and beach, convenient pier
Great conditions for sports
Varied cuisine

Minuses

Housekeeping suffers, bed linens do not always change
Noise during a disco from a neighboring hotel

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Weather and climate

Belek is characterized by a hot Mediterranean climate with long warm summers and short rainy winters. The swimming season at the resort starts in May, when the water temperature warms up to 21-22 ° C, and the air temperature reaches 26-27 ° C. The warmest and sunniest months here were July, August and September. During this period, the thermometer does not drop below 31 ° C, and the water in the sea pleases with a mark of 28-29 ° C.

The month of June is also very comfortable for relaxation, with an average daily temperature of 31 ° C and fresh evening air at 22 ° C. Belek beaches will pamper tourists with their warm sea in October, when the temperature of water and air is kept at 25-26 ° C. But during this period, precipitation is likely, which can last no more than 3 days. You can find out more about the weather in Belek from the table below.

Month	Daytime average temperature	Average temperature at night	Sea water temperature	Number of sunny days	Number of rainy days
January	13.1 ° C	8.2 ° C	18 ° C	16	7
February	15 ° C	9.4 ° C	17.2 ° C	16	4
March	17.6 ° C	11 ° C	17 ° C	22	4
April	21.3 ° C	17.6 ° C	18.2 ° C	24	2
May	25.4 ° C	17.4 ° C	21.3 ° C	28	1
June	31.1 ° C	21.7 ° C	25 ° C	30	0
July	35 ° C	25 ° C	28.3 ° C	31	0
August	35.2 ° C	25.1 ° C	29.4 ° C	31	0
September	31.6 ° C	22.2 ° C	28.4 ° C	30	1
October	26 ° C	17.9 ° C	25.4 ° C	27	3
November	20.4 ° C	13.8 ° C	22.3 ° C	24	3
December	15.4 ° C	10.1 ° C	19.7 ° C	20	5

How to get to Belek from Antalya Airport

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If you were fascinated by the photos of Belek beaches in Turkey, and you decide to go to the resort yourself, it is important to know in advance how to get to it. There are no direct buses from Antalya Airport to the city, so you can get there either by taxi, or by a pre-ordered transfer, or by public transport.

On the Internet you can find many companies that provide transfers to all destinations in Turkey. So, the price of a trip from the airport to Belek in an economy class car starts at $ 25. Of course, there are taxis at the very air harbor that will willingly take you in the right direction, but the price tag in this case can be higher and average $ 35-40.

If you do not want to spend money on the road, you can use public transport, but it will take you more time. Before you get to Belek, you need to go to the main bus station in Antalya, where you can get from the airport by bus number 600 for $ 1.5. The bus pulls up 2 times per hour. Arriving at the bus station, you can easily purchase a ticket for dolmush to Belek, which departs from Antalya every 20 minutes. The cost of such a trip will be no more than $ 4, and the travel time will take about 50 minutes. This, perhaps, ends the way to get to the resort of Belek, Turkey.