Antalya suits many kinds of traveller. If you want to explore, you will find historic sites in the city and beautiful stretches of the Mediterranean nearby.
Antalya is not only ruins. It also has some of Turkey’s best sandy beaches, each resort with its own character.
If hotels are not for you, a rental villa gives a more homely stay. Villas come in many sizes and styles — choose the one that fits your trip.
Start by learning the villa regions around Antalya, then plan what you can do in each resort. That is how you make the right holiday decision.
Kas has a harbour that looks like a postcard in every room. It is a favourite for yachts, with hidden coves and islands along the coast.
The town itself is easy to wander and shop. If you holiday in Kas, Kekova and Kalekoy are must-sees, and there are important ancient cities nearby.
Kas is not mainly a beach-resort town, but it is loved for its atmosphere and adventure — especially diving. Boat trips, walks and other tours are easy to join.
If you choose Kas, pick the right villa among Kas rental villas. Start with how many people are travelling, then compare villa features.
Kalkan is a quieter harbour town built on hills above an almost perfect bay, with a small central beach and excellent restaurants serving local food.
It can be a little more expensive than neighbouring resorts and is popular with British visitors and families. If you stay anyway, you will have plenty to do.
Kalkan is a classic choice for an authentic holiday. The old fishing village and its harbour are hard to match elsewhere.
Choose carefully among Kalkan rental villas after you know your group size.
Islamlar, north of Kalkan, was once a Greek village and is now a peaceful inland hideaway, known for trout restaurants.
On the square there is still a mill once used to grind grain — a small piece of village life worth seeing.
If you stay here, look at Islamlar Village rental villas with your group size in mind.
Uzumlu, attached to Kas, is popular with guests who want nature, quiet and easy access to nearby beaches.
The village was known as Margaz, named after the local grape. Vineyards still surround the houses, and harvest tours introduce visitors to village breakfasts and the fruit.
See Uzumlu Village rental villas after you decide how many people are coming.
South of Kas, Patara has Turkey’s longest unbroken sandy beach and many Lycian remains. Inland Gelemiş village is a common base.
You can sunbathe and visit ruins in the same day. The well-preserved theatre, colonnaded street, baths, tombs and the Roman triple-arched gate are highlights, as is the church of St Nicholas.
Choose among Patara rental villas by group size and villa features.
If you are holidaying in Antalya and want a reliable villa at a fair price, Villacentam and its wide collection can help you find the right home.
