StayAreasWhere to stay in Antalya
Antalya is a walled old town with a long beach on each side. Stay in Kaleiçi for Ottoman lanes, the old harbour and boutique hotels; in Konyaaltı for a pebble beach under the mountains with the city close by; in Lara for sandy beaches and big all-inclusive resorts near the airport; or out in the resort towns along the coast: Kemer under the mountains to the west, and Belek, Side and Alanya on the sandy beaches to the east. June to September is hot and busy; spring and autumn are better for sightseeing.
8 neighbourhoods compared · Typical mid-range hotel ~$155/night · Prices updated Oct 2026
Our recommendations
Best for a first visitKaleiçi~$100/night · Old town, harbour & boutique hotels
Best nightlifeAlanya~$100/night · Castle, Cleopatra Beach & a lively town
Best foodCity Centre & Işıklar~$90/night · Modern hotels next to the old town
Best for familiesKonyaaltı~$120/night · Pebble beach under the mountains
Best valueSide~$160/night · Roman ruins on a beach peninsula
Also consider Alanya, City Centre & Işıklar
Best upscale stayBelek~$320/night · Golf & luxury resorts
Also consider Lara
Compare Antalya neighbourhoods
Pick what matters to you and we'll rank the areas.
| Area | Best for | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Kaleiçi | ~$100 | First visit, Nightlife | ||||
 City Centre & Işıklar | ~$90 | Business, Budget | ||||
 Konyaaltı | ~$120 | Families, Budget | ||||
 Lara | ~$190 | Families, Upscale | ||||
 Belek | ~$320 | Upscale, Families | ||||
 Kemer | ~$170 | Families, Nightlife | ||||
 Side | ~$160 | Families, Budget | ||||
 Alanya | ~$100 | Budget, Nightlife |
Typical mid-range double room per night, not live prices · Updated Oct 2026 · How we rate areas
Antalya neighbourhoods on the map
Beach resorts near Antalya
Most visitors to Antalya stay not in the city but in the resort towns along the coast, usually all-inclusive. Kemer sits under the mountains to the west; Belek, Side and Alanya line the sandy beaches to the east.
| Resort | Best for | From the airport | To Kalekapısı | Mid-range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BelekGolf & luxury resorts | Upscale · Families | ~30 min | ~60 min | ~$320 |
| KemerMountains, pine forests & a marina | Families · Nightlife | ~60 min | ~75 min | ~$170 |
| SideRoman ruins on a beach peninsula | Families · Budget | ~65 min | ~90 min | ~$160 |
| AlanyaCastle, Cleopatra Beach & a lively town | Budget · Nightlife | ~120 min | ~150 min | ~$100 |
Typical hotel prices in Antalya
A typical mid-range double costs about $155 a night across the areas we cover. Budget hotels start around $75; luxury hotels average $370.
Belek, Lara cost the most. City Centre & Işıklar, Kaleiçi are the cheapest, around $230 a night less than Belek.
These are typical rates outside peak events, not live prices. Updated Oct 2026.
Antalya FAQs
What is the best area to stay in Antalya for first-time visitors?
Kaleiçi. Antalya's walled old town: cobbled lanes of Ottoman houses running down to the Roman harbour, with boutique hotels, courtyard restaurants and bars.
How much does a hotel in Antalya cost per night?
Across the areas we cover, a typical mid-range double costs about $155 a night, from around $75 for budget hotels to $370 for luxury. City Centre & Işıklar (~$90) is the cheapest area and Belek (~$320) the most expensive. These are typical rates, not live prices.
Where should I stay in Antalya on a budget?
Side, followed by Alanya, City Centre & Işıklar.
Which Antalya neighbourhood is best for nightlife?
Alanya, followed by Kaleiçi, Kemer.
Where is the best area to stay in Antalya with kids?
Konyaaltı, followed by Side, Lara.
Which area is quickest to reach from Antalya Airport?
Lara: about 15 minutes (taxi or hotel transfer). Kaleiçi is next at about 25 minutes.