The area of Antalya in Turkey is a great option for good value all-inclusive hotels with good year-round weather and excellent service.
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The Turkish Riviera, which stretches from Antalya to Bodrum should never be overlooked for an all-inclusive holiday. Firstly it is excellent value for money compared to the likes of Spain and Greece and with such a southerly location, there’s a good chance of sun even deep into off-season. Expect calm warm waters, exotic delicacies and a friendly laid-back attitude – Turkey could be your next all-inclusive destination.
Miramor Hotel & Spa
At the five-star Miramor Hotel you get great bang for your buck. For around €100 a night for two people in high season you get the works, including a hammam and hot spring bath in the spa, as well as a sauna, indoor pool, fitness center and water park. Plus the hotel is situated just 600m from the beach. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a balcony, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The food and drink is incredibly varied, including local and more Western fare, and it’s all backed up by great service. Don’t expect the ultimate luxury at this price, and be prepared to compromise a little, and you have a great value hotel. From € 102 per night.
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Sealife Family Resort Hotel
Right on the blue-flagged Konyaalti Beach, Sealife Hotel lives up to its name with lots of water-based activities. There is diving and snorkeling avaliable through the hotel, as well as two swimming pools. As with most all-inclusives in Turkey, Sealife Family Resort is great value, with spacious rooms and various restaurants to choose from. The food is both, let’s say family friendly, and also has plenty of local Ottoman and fish specialties. Air-conditioned rooms at Sealife Family Resort Hotel all have private balconies, most with Mediterranean sea views. Each is decorated with modern styling, soft hues and contemporary furnishings. From € 179 per night.
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Rixos Downtown Antalya – The Land Of Legends Access
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With a name as impressive as this, Rixos Downtown Antalya – The Land Of Legends Access has a lot to live up to. Thankfully it delivers, with a Las Vegas-style aesthetic of glitz and glam. Set in exotic gardens in Ataturk Culture Park, this 5-star hotel overlooks the sea and Taurus Mountains. It offers three dining outlets and a lagoon-style pool and the rooms all have a private balcony with views of Antalya or the Mediterranean Sea. From € 342 per night. From €342 per night.
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Oleander Hotel
Located within walking distance of the Old Town in Side, Oleander is one of the more unassuming hotels in the area, but also one of the best. Whereas neighboring hotels have gone for razzmatazz and huge buildings, Oleander is more restrained, with a beautiful green garden filled with a rainbow of flowers and surrounded by stylish contemporary rooms with spacious balconies. The food is delicious, with a dizzying selection and local specialities such as kebab and fresh grilled fish. From €75,80.
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