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Antalya Luxury Resorts on the Turkish Riviera

Antalya is the gateway to the Turkish Riviera, a coastline of pine-backed beaches, Roman cities and mountains that drop straight into the sea. Its luxury resorts, from the golf estates of Belek to the coves near Kemer and Kaş, make it one of the best places in the region for a luxury beach vacation.

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At a glance

Antalya at a glance

Best months
April to June and September to October; swimming through October
From New York
About 10 hours to Istanbul, then about 1 hour 20 minutes to Antalya
Time difference
7 hours ahead of US Eastern in summer, 8 in winter
Visa for US passports
Visa-free for tourist stays of up to 90 days (confirm before travel)
Airport
Antalya (AYT), about 30 minutes to Belek and Lara

From the United States

Antalya for travelers from the US

The essentials for American travelers, at a glance.

Entry for US passports
Visa-free; up to 90 days in 180; no fee. Visa details
Getting there
Nonstop to Istanbul from New York, Newark, Boston, Washington, Chicago, Detroit and more on Turkish Airlines (about 9 hr 45 min from New York). All nonstops
Time difference
7 hours ahead of New York (8 in the US winter)
Money
Turkish lira (floating; check the rate before you go). Cards almost everywhere.
Power plugs
Types C and F (European two-pin), 220 V: bring an adapter (most phone and laptop chargers are dual voltage)
Weekend
Saturday and Sunday

Checked October 18, 2026. Rules and schedules change, so confirm on the official portal before you book. Connecting on a Gulf or Turkish carrier? See stopover programs, and plan with your first trip.

Why go

Why go to Antalya

The city of Antalya wraps around a Roman harbor, with the lanes of the old quarter, Kaleiçi, climbing up from the water past Hadrian's Gate. Behind it rise the Taurus Mountains, and on either side runs the Turkish Riviera: Lara and Belek to the east, with long sandy beaches and championship golf, and Kemer and the Lycian coast to the west, where pine forests meet clear turquoise water.

The region has more sunshine than almost anywhere in the Mediterranean and some of the largest and most complete resorts in Europe and the region. It is also rich in history, with Perge, Aspendos and Termessos within easy reach. For the wider country, see our Türkiye luxury vacation guide.

The long curve of Konyaalti Beach and turquoise water below the Bey Mountains, seen from the cliffs of Antalya.
Photo: Esginmurat · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Getting there, including private

Fly nonstop from the US to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines, then connect to Antalya in about an hour and twenty minutes. Antalya is one of Türkiye's busiest airports, with many direct flights from Europe in season and a general aviation terminal for private jets. Superyachts can berth at the marinas of Antalya and Kemer; see our page on private jet charter.

Best luxury resorts

The best luxury resorts in Antalya

The leading five-star resorts of the Antalya coast and the best boutique choice in the old town. Many resorts offer ultra-all-inclusive packages.

Regnum Carya

★★★★★ Belek

A vast golf and beach resort with its own championship course, a long private beach and villas with butler service.

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Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort

★★★★★ Belek

One of the country's most celebrated resorts, with private villas, a long beach, many restaurants and a strong children's program.

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Maxx Royal Kemer Resort

★★★★★ Kemer

The sister resort set in a pine-covered bay against the mountains, with a sleek, contemporary design and private pool villas.

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Rixos Premium Belek

★★★★★ Belek

A large, lively all-inclusive resort with an extensive beach, spa and entertainment program.

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Titanic Deluxe Golf Belek

★★★★★ Belek

A golf-focused resort beside its own course with a broad beach and spacious family rooms.

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Gloria Serenity Resort

★★★★★ Belek

Part of the Gloria golf estate, with access to some of the best courses on the coast and a calm, elegant atmosphere.

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Kempinski Hotel The Dome Belek

★★★★★ Belek

A refined resort with a large thalasso spa and its own golf course, well suited to couples.

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Akra Hotel

★★★★★ Antalya city, Lara road

A design-led city hotel on the cliffs with infinity pools over the sea, and a short ride to Kaleiçi.

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Rixos Downtown Antalya

★★★★★ Konyaaltı

A stylish hotel on Konyaaltı beach close to the city center, a good base for culture and the beach together.

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Tuvana Hotel

★★★★ Kaleiçi, Old Town

A small, characterful boutique hotel in restored Ottoman houses in the heart of the old quarter.

Finest restaurants

Antalya is not yet part of the Michelin Guide Türkiye, so the best tables are often inside the leading resorts, many of which run Turkish, Italian, Japanese and seafood restaurants of a high standard. In the old town, look for terrace restaurants above the Roman harbor serving fresh fish, meze and regional dishes such as piyaz, a white-bean salad made with tahini. See our wider guide to the finest restaurants in the region.

Things to do

Things to do in Antalya

Walk Kaleiçi and visit the excellent Antalya Museum, home to statues from Perge. Attend a summer performance at Aspendos, one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world. Play a round on the championship courses of Belek, among the best golf courses in the region. Take a private boat to the Düden waterfalls, which tumble straight into the sea, or ride the cable car up Tahtalı mountain for views across the coast.

Nearby

To the west lies the Lycian coast with Kaş, Kalkan and the sunken city at Kekova, ideal for a yacht trip. To the east, Side has a Roman temple by the sea. Antalya pairs easily with Cappadocia, Bodrum or Istanbul, each a short flight away.

Luxury property and residency

Living in Antalya: luxury property and residency

Antalya is one of the most popular places in Türkiye for international buyers, with sea-view apartments in Konyaaltı and Lara and villas in Kemer, Kalkan and Kaş. Qualifying purchases can lead to Turkish citizenship by investment. See our guide to residency and golden visas and prime Luxury Real Estate agencies.

Questions travelers ask

Questions travelers ask about Antalya

When is the best time to visit Antalya?

April to June and September to October bring warm seas without the peak summer heat. July and August are very hot. Winter is mild and good for golf and sightseeing.

How far is Belek from Antalya airport?

About 30 minutes by car. Lara is closer, and Kemer about 50 minutes.

Do Americans need a visa for Antalya?

US citizens can currently visit Türkiye visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. Check the latest rules before travel.

Are the resorts all-inclusive?

Many of the large resorts offer all-inclusive or ultra-all-inclusive stays, with several à la carte restaurants included. Boutique and city hotels usually do not.

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Weather

Antalya weather by month

Average day highs, night lows, sea temperature and rainy days for each month, in Fahrenheit and Celsius side by side. The months in gold are the most comfortable for visiting.

Antalya weather by month, in Fahrenheit and Celsius
MonthDay highNight lowSeaRainy days
°F°C°F°C°F°C
Jan59°15°44°6°67°20°9
Feb61°16°43°6°65°19°8
Mar64°18°45°7°65°18°7
Apr73°23°52°11°67°19°6
May82°28°60°16°71°22°7
Jun89°32°68°20°79°26°5
Jul100°38°76°25°84°29°1
Aug96°36°76°24°87°31°2
Sep91°33°70°21°84°29°3
Oct83°28°62°16°80°26°4
Nov71°22°53°12°75°24°7
Dec63°17°48°9°70°21°12

Averages for 2020–2024, Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5). Sea temperatures: 2023–2024. Rainy days: days with at least 1 mm (0.04 in) of rain. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com.

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Checked October 2026. Prices and dates are approximate and can change. See our standard.