Antalya has two main draws: its positioning on the Gulf of Antalya and the wonderfully preserved old centre, Kaleici. Complete with Ottoman era houses and ancient monuments, Kaleici sits within the old city walls keeping out the noises of the modern city and is the perfect location if you want to enjoy your beach holiday with some added culture. The streets are a narrow maze linking beautiful minarets, mosques and towers and it is here, with its charming boutiques, that you will find the best places to stay in Antalya. In fact, all of our selected hotels can be found in the old town, and you'll also discover that they are all extremely affordable!

Antalya also has a Roman harbour and one of Turkey's best museums. And, in addition to the lively restaurants, bars and clubs which have sprung up to entertain the summer crowds, Antalya also has a famous opera and ballet season, performed in the Aspendos Amphitheatre - one of the world's best-preserved Roman amphitheatres.

With the majority of package holidaymakers usually bussed directly to their resorts up or down the coast, Antalya is nothing like the resort hub you might imagine. It has easy access to some of the great ruins of the Lycian Coast, both Lycian and Roman, and there are plenty of charming villages and beaches within a short drive.

During the peak summer season, the best places to stay in Antalya get booked up quickly so be sure to plan your trip early.

The best places to stay in Antalya

For an historic hotel

• Dogan Hotel is an Ottoman-style property occupying a rare quiet corner in the heart of historic Antalya. Spacious rooms all feature exposed stone, beamed ceilings and wooden floors. Local cuisine is served.
• The Tuvana Hotel is one of the best places to stay in Antalya if you're looking for something traditional. An historic townhouse set in lush gardens with a central courtyard, this hotel has a pool and an excellent restaurant. Some rooms have private balconies, some private hot tubs.

For great value

• Hotel 1207 is a charming traditional property right in the heart of the Old Quarter of Antalya. Cosy rooms have a homely feel. A large patio houses a swimming pool. A perfect spot to access both the beaches and attractions of the city. This is also a great option if you're on a limited budget.

For an apartment or villa

• If you're travelling with family or a group of friends it may be a better option to book a villa or apartment. For a wide range of properties for all tastes and budgets we recommend you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel information

• Fly to Antalya Airport located just 10km from the city with good connections internally and across Europe.
• April, May, September and October are pleasantly warm so are typically the best times to visit Antalya if you want to miss the crowds of the peak summer months.
• If you plan to hire a car, we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.

Still not sure?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Antalya.
• Widen your search to include our recommendations in nearby Fethiye.
• Or call, or email, one of our gurus for advice.