Our Alanya
We're from here. These are the tables, beaches and quiet corners we choose for ourselves, and the ones we recommend to our guests every day.
No one pays to be on this list. If we ever have an agreement with a place, we'll say so right next to it.
Photos: Unsplash. The pictures show the mood of each section, not the exact places listed.

Finished shopping? Three of our own favourites, a few minutes from the store.
On our own street, Gölcük Caddesi. Fine sand and a gentle way into the sea, lovely for families. You don't need to stay at the hotel to use the beach; ask on the beach about sunbeds.
Open in Google MapsDinner under the trees, beautifully lit in the evening, often with live music. Book a table on WhatsApp before you go.
Open in Google MapsModern shops under one roof. Take your time and look around; nobody will push you to buy.
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Mezze and grill right by the sea. Come for the sunset and stay for dinner; book ahead in the evening.
Open in Google MapsAn Italian kitchen with a sea view. Ask for a table by the windows.
Open in Google MapsWarm service, live music and a menu that suits a special night out.
Open in Google MapsSushi, cocktails and a castle view on the beach. Book a table with a view.
Open in Google MapsA busy, honest Turkish grill in town, open around the clock. Try the fresh salads too.
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A stylish beach club in the centre. Easy to spend the whole day here.
Open in Google MapsBeach, pier and pool by day, a relaxed restaurant in the evening.
Open in Google MapsA boho beach bar on the sand, at its best at sunset.
Open in Google MapsA relaxed beachside spot in Oba; arrive just before sunset.
Open in Google MapsThe classic: a long sandy beach with clear water, right under the castle. Public sunbeds along the whole length; busiest in the afternoon.
Open in Google MapsCoffee & brunch
Brunch, good coffee and gelato in a cosy, bohemian café.
Open in Google MapsAll-day European breakfast, brunch and desserts.
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On the castle road. Home-style Turkish cooking and fresh gözleme, with a view over the bay. A good stop on your way up to the castle.
Open in Google MapsA real Turkish "lokanta": the dishes of the day, home-cooked. Lunch and early dinner; closed on Sundays.
Open in Google MapsClose to us in Konaklı. Gözleme rolled out and cooked while you watch, and a proper Turkish breakfast. Daytime only; closed on Sundays.
Open in Google MapsA small family place near Damlataş. Gözleme and Turkish breakfast made fresh in front of you.
Open in Google MapsTraditional Turkish soups and kebabs, loved by locals. Simple, honest and good value.
Open in Google MapsTry the "Atom", Alanya's famous thick fruit-and-nut shake.
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The big open-air club, close to us in Konaklı. Book a table; it gets busy after midnight.
Open in Google MapsCocktails and a lounge atmosphere by the sea, for a later evening.
Open in Google MapsLive music most nights and sport on the screens. Relaxed and friendly.
Open in Google MapsAn open-air garden lounge at Seki, east of Alanya, with a DJ in the evening and a sea view. Good for a long, relaxed evening.
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