Best Grand Hotels Hotels in Turkey

Boasting the largest ballroom in the capital, the JW Marriott in Ankara is a five-star sanctuary. Here, Turkish tradition is blended with European facilities. It accommodates the Karma Spa Wellness and Fitness with indoor and outdoor pools and 17 meeting rooms. 413 suites and guest rooms have soundproofing, USB sockets, iPod docks, robes, slippers, light-up make-up mirrors, marble bathrooms and floor-to-ceiling windows. Enjoy a meal in the Fires and Flavours all-day dining venue with its open kitchen, in the JW Steakhouse (do try the cheesecake, it’s legendary), in the spa cafe and with epic views at the Skye Vue Cocktail Bar and Terrace. The elegant JW Lounge serves a traditional afternoon tea.

A sophisticated, glass-walled circular skyscraper, the Wyndham Grand Izmir Ozdilek is a glamorous and spectacular sight on the Anatolian Coast. With 219 bedrooms (all with floor-to-ceiling views), ten event spaces and seven restaurants, it provides plenty of choices for both the business and leisure traveller. Swim in indoor and outdoor pools, follow the thermal journey and take a Turkish bath at its Qualitas Spa; work out in its fitness suite; do a spot of souvenir shopping at the gift boutique; and have a flutter at the casino. The Wyndham Grand Izmir Ozdilek is very family-friendly providing a playground, childrens’ activities and babysitting services.

Set in a stunning location overlooking the emerald blue Aegean Sea, the Mandarin Oriental offers extreme comfort and class over 59 guest rooms, 29 suites and 36 apartments, each designed with an impeccable eye for contemporary Turkish and Oriental fusion styled furnishings. With 2 private beaches, a sumptuous spa and a wide-ranging variety of cuisines to choose from, you’re guaranteed to feel relaxed and inspired in this opulent beachfront resort. The Mandarin Oriental lives up to its name in this palatial five-star resort, where guests can indulge in lavish services and facilities which include everything from yoga to designer shopping.

Perched on a hill just 3km from the gorgeous Yalikavak Marina, The Bodrum EDITION offers enthralling coastal views of the turquoise coast with its terraces, promenades and seaside pools and spa. Sleek, sharp and stylish, this hotel offers luxuriant food, both casual and refined, as well as two sensational bars for a romantic Mediterranean-inspired evening. With spacious rooms, suites and bungalows on offer, you can expect polished stone floors, marble baths and bright, light decor for ultimate relaxation. The service is kingly at this majestic five-star resort.

With 568 rooms and suites, Regnum The Crown makes a bold statement on the Belek coastline, offering a lavish destination resort where grandeur meets Mediterranean warmth. Set against pine forests and the blue waters of the Antalya Gulf, the hotel unfolds as a palatial retreat with soaring atriums, marble-clad halls and interiors that marry contemporary elegance with regal accents. The atmosphere is designed for both indulgence and comfort, making it a place where families, couples and groups alike can enjoy an experience defined by space, variety and service.

Choose from a wide array of restaurants and bars, including international buffets, Turkish specialities, gourmet à la carte dining and lively cocktail lounges. The expansive spa focuses on wellbeing with hammams, thermal areas and bespoke treatments, while multiple pools, an aqua park and direct access to a private beach ensure there is always somewhere to relax or play. A dedicated fitness centre and tennis courts complement the facilities, while younger guests have their own world within the kids club. Suites and premium categories offer Club Lounge access and butler service, ensuring privacy and personalised attention. With its golf courses nearby, chauffeur transfers, and extensive choice of entertainment, Regnum The Crown presents a holiday environment that combines resort luxury with a sense of theatre on Turkey’s southern coast.

This luxury resort is set on a spectacular section of Bodrum’s coastline, with stunning beaches, seaside pools and terraces. Its 75 airy rooms and 9 suites are decorated with modern furnishings complimented by a Turkish twist, enticing such esteemed visitors as the Saudi royal family. Its 4 restaurants feature everything from both contemporary and traditional Aegean cuisine to sushi, making best use of locally caught fish and rarer global options. The hotel’s own boats are available to hire for coastal excursions, including a luxury yacht features in James Bond’s Casino Royale. Take advantage of the dazzling and well-stocked seafront bar on the evening, watching the lights bounce off the seawater.

Hidden upon a cliff-top which overlooks the spectacular Barbaros Bay and its unspoilt landscape, this Kempinski owned resort is ideal for those looking for seafront style and natural grandeur. Classically decorated with high ceilings, traditional Turkish architecture, drapes and opulent furnishings, guests have access to private beaches lusciously kitted out with wicker beds and shielded, green vegetation. The service is friendly and the facilities top notch, with a choice of 3 restaurants on-site: Italian, Aegean and Vietnamese. A Turkish themed beach bar offers poolside lunches and evening drinks on a spectacular seafront patio.

The all-inclusive luxury beach resort boasts an enviable location sitting on the edge of the Dalaman River and Mediterranean Sea offering guests stunning views from almost every angle. The super-stylish resort offers guests a choice of spacious upscale rooms and suites some of which include private pools and saunas but all of which present the highest standards of comfort. With a 23 restaurants and bars on side there is an excellent choice when it comes to dining, from the elegant oyster and champagne bar and adult only roof top bar through to the relaxed Citrus Patisserie and everything in between. Guests who enjoy the active life can take advantage of the fully equipped gym, Pilates studios, tennis courts, water sports and ten outdoor pools. For family fun, the kids club offers a comprehensive programme of activities and evening entertainment. Just a short stroll from the town centre and with easy access to local attractions guests can conveniently explore and soak up the local culture and atmosphere.

Nestled between two marinas amidst the natural beauty of pine forests, this adult-only all-inclusive resort is the perfect place to escape to enjoy tranquillity and unforgettable moments. Accommodation is presented in the form of a suite or private villa. The villas are the perfect choice for a romantic retreat and are located and can be reached in five minutes by speedboat from the resort. Both accommodation options are beautifully appointed and offer easy access to the resort’s secluded private beach and other facilities. The four exceptional restaurants and six unique bars, each boasting their own concept and style, offer guests a choice for every occasion from casual and fun to elegant and sophisticated. Rejuvenate your body and mind at the traditional spa or opt for something more energetic at swimming pools, tennis courts, fitness centre, aqua gymnastics and a whole host of water sports on the stunning coastline.

Kempinski The Dome features unique architecture and exotic Seljuk-style design along with unobstructed beachfront vistas. Found in the Belek area of Antalya, this region is gathering international renown in the golf community, withThe Pasha and PGA Sultan 18-hole-Championship Golf Courses on the doorstep. The hotel has 158 rooms, five villas, several pools, a jacuzzi, water-sports, three tennis courts, a huge Thalasso Spa with an indoor pool and a kids club. It’s all-inclusive with a host of dining options: a Trader’s Spice Restaurant, the Palm Pavilion Bar & Grill, Lale restaurant, Cilantro restaurant, cafe, patisserie and two upmarket bars.

Fairytale turrets evoking the ancient Ottoman Empire, a village-like atmosphere and a wealth of five-star amenities set the Mardan Palace apart. If you like your resorts big and starry, then this is the place for you. The hotel has 560 stunning rooms, 35 places to eat and drink, a giant kids’ club (including its own splash park), a spa retreat, tennis court, golf club, and enormous wraparound pool with a sunken aquarium containing over 2000 fish. Food is available 24 hours a day, and guests are treated to special touches, such as champagne and strawberries on arrival. Built by Azerbaijani businessman Telman Ismailov and designed with regal splendour, its opening was attended by the likes of Mariah Carey, Kendall Jenner, Sharon Stone, Richard Gere, Monica Bellucci, Paris Hilton, Seal and Tom Jones. Not only is this one of the finest places to stay in Antalya, but it’s also among the best hotels in the Mediterranean, reserved for travellers with a luxury budget.

Raffles is part of the award-winning Zorlu Centre. Unlike many of the surrounding hotels, it is designed with a modern Turkish look. It doesn’t feature any Ottoman references. The public spaces outside the hotel are adorned with Turkish and international art. The hotel has many essential services. These include a kids’ club, bar, restaurant, sauna, steam room, fitness centre, pool, laundry and room service. They also have free Wi-Fi. The rooms are beautifully designed with works of art that are inspired by the Blue Mosque. They also have Nespresso machines and tablet computers for guests. Raffles has two restaurants: Arola and Lavinia. The first one focuses on Spanish cuisine while the second one specialises in contemporary Turkish mezes.