Beach vacation in Cirali, Turkey

From

£320

£390

per person per week

Location:Olympos National Park RegionSee map here

More info:Airport transfers can be arranged for an additional £100, paid locally. Prices are PER PERSON, per week, based on 2 sharing. Children under 5 stay for free. Children 5-12 are charged £15/night, children over 12 and extra adults £30/night. SS: £180

“Infused with the laid back charm and warmth of its owner, these tranquil, home from home chalets are set among olive trees, mountains and a wonderfully crowd-free beach.”

Highlights

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Check dates

This beach vacation in Turkey is open between April to November

Our top tip:

Take some good walking shoes as many of the best areas to explore are rough and rocky.

Room description:

One and two bedroom wooden chalets set in subtropical gardens. All within minutes of the sea with own porch and hammock, air-con, fridge and en-suite shower.

Amenities:

Communal area and bar serving all meals, WiFi access in chalets, minibar, lush garden full of fruit trees.

Meals:

Amazing traditional breakfast included. Lunch available, but not included Lots of good nearby restaurants.

Vouchers

Accepted

Responsible tourism

As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we screen every trip so you can travel knowing your vacation will help support conservation and local people.

The beach is a popular nesting site for the species known as Caretta Caretta. Protecting them may also save the area from major development. There are few places left in Turkey, perhaps the whole Mediterranean, that are as pure and as beautiful as Olympos beach. We feel we must do anything we can to help preserve it. We aim to help local conservation by raising awareness to the plight of endangered sea turtles. Since turtles attract tourism, locals have reconciled their protection, way of life and life cycle with that of income from tourism. It is now in everybody's interest to ensure that the sea turtles are protected and that any development in the area considers this.

The beach is also home to various rare species of plants including Sand Lilies.

The Impacts of this Trip

The accommodation is an independent small hotel that maintains high standards of responsibility with regards to its operation; composting of organic waste, recycling bins, no use of chemicals or pesticides in the gardens, solar heating panels for hot water and low energy bulbs and appliances where possible. Careful consideration has also been put into the construction of these cottages so that they work in harmony with their surroundings. All cottages are built entirely from wood, no concrete is used in their construction. In theory, the cottages can be removed at any time with no scar on the landscape or environment.

Food produce is mainly sourced from local farms, organic where possible. The village of Cirali has several farms that are certified organic! This hotel is family run and also contributes positively to the local village economy; airport transfers and other related operational tasks are done by local people.

Environment

Community

The Impacts of this Trip

Climate

32 Reviews of Beach vacation in Cirali, Turkey

4.5 out of 5 stars

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Reviewed on 08 Aug 2018 by Helen Tighe

Great....only wish I'd had more time Read full review

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2018 by Kathyrn Davy

Just generally beautiful scenery, friendly people and good food. Enjoyed visiting the Yanartas. Ten out of ten! We love Cirali beach and Hotel Bellerofon! Read full review

Reviewed on 01 May 2018 by Diane Blakeley

Seeing turtles out at sea in the bay, whilst walking the Lycian Way footpath. Read full review

Reviewed on 22 Sep 2015 by Alison Johnson

Fabulous, relaxing and comfortable. Read full review

Reviewed on 02 Aug 2015 by James Coates

The peace and quiet! 4 stars! Read full review

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2014 by Su Winsbury

It's a very special place and we had a fabulous vacation - it will be hard to beat. Read full review

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2014 by Olga Coulton-Shaw

Exceptional, unforgettable...The people at the hotel, the peace and solitude of the place, nature Read full review

Reviewed on 13 May 2014 by Kathryn Spalding

Probably one of the best vacations we have ever had. If you're looking for somewhere to relax, good food, wonderful people, as little or as much to do and see as you like then book now! Read full review

Reviewed on 02 Jul 2014 by Rob Dimery

Very good for food and weather. Hotel had very friendly staff. taking boat trips around the coast. Snorkelling in the sea...Just lounging around on the beach reading was hugely enjoyable! Read full review

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2013 by Amy Coleman

The rest and relaxation was wonderful... Read full review

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2013 by Edward Parker

Cirali is a beautiful area - breathtaking mountains surrounding the crystal clear water and pebble beach. I highly recommend rising one morning at dawn and heading to the beach to watch the loggerhead turtles hatching - an unforgettable experience and definitely worth an early start. Read full review

Reviewed on 02 Jul 2013 by Nic Tudge

Excellent; best vacation in years....Fantastic welcome and marvellous service in magical surroundings. Food absolutely excellent, and lots of it. Chimera is fascinating; visited twice in spite of the incredibly hot walk up the hill. Not to be missed. Read full review

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2013 by Bess Hills

Five stars brilliant.....the over all memorable moment was lots of moments just chilling out at the Turkish style cushioned area under the trees, smelling the heavenly scents that the garden gave off (not to mention the food) and going for a swims in the crystal clear water. Read full review

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2013 by Steve Bicknell

Excellent. Completely relaxing from start to finish. Read full review

Reviewed on 05 Oct 2013 by Elizabeth Croft

Delightful, Staff really helpful in contacting the airport lost luggage department when Easyjet lost my luggage! Read full review

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2013 by Victoria Clague

The most memorable part was the wildlife - seeing baby turtles hatching as the sun was coming up - our resident octopus in its hole just near the beach, tortoises mating and my children loving the cats and playing with them. Read full review

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2013 by Richard Stainer

Very good. The Bellarfron Hotel is very good, with excellent food and delightful people. The accommodation was first rate. Read full review

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2013 by Maeve Macavock

Wonderful, really enjoyed it and would certainly return and recommend Read full review

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2013 by Sue Humphrey

Without doubt the best vacation for years...food, people, accommodation, cleanliness, clear blue sea, atmosphere & calm. Read full review

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2012 by Simon Paine

The most memorable part of the vacation was the evening meals in the restaurant in total silence apart from the sound of the sea gently lapping against the beach. Wandering through the ruins of Olympus. Read full review

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2012 by Jayne Ellis

The vacation was lovely....Sitting under the stars (fabulous Milky Way) eating our evening meal on the beach with the tables placed round a bonfire. Good food, good company, a bottle of wine, bliss! Read full review

Reviewed on 27 Sep 2012 by Sue Dinham

Fantastic location and views and wonderful hospitality from local people. Truly memorable. Read full review

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2012 by Jan Pullen

The most memorable part of the vacation was the lovely villa set in fabulous gardens with views out over the sparkling sea to the islands and to Kas. The friendly people and the great food. Read full review

Reviewed on 02 Jul 2012 by Pat Reid

The most exciting part was seeing the Chimaera, we cycled there from the hotel one evening to see the 'burning rocks' - quite a climb to get there in the heat but well worth it. Read full review

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2012 by Hannah Bevis

It was all fantastic: completely relaxing and just what we needed. Read full review

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2011 by Lizzie Hopthrow

Staying in a beautiful place and being looked after so well were most memorable. Outstanding - would like to take the whole family next time. Read full review

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2011 by Steve Bicknell

It was a great break. A good combination of relaxation and filling my need to go and explore. Read full review

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2011 by Marion Cowan

Relaxing by the beach and the beautiful clean sea on the Turquoise Coast was most memorable. Very relaxing, very enjoyable. Lovely people. Read full review

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2011 by Robert Albery

Most memorable was the boat trip down the coast, as recommended by the resort owner. For a relaxing week in a beautiful location it was wonderful. Read full review

Reviewed on 02 Aug 2011 by Neil Horne

Excellent for total relaxation, peace and swimming. Cicadas were the loudest noise all week. Watching turtle hatchlings make their way to the sea from their nests at dawn was most memorable. Read full review

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2011 by Sara Pouri

Fantastic. From the food to the location to the way we were looked after, everything was exactly what we wished for. Read full review

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2011 by Henriqueta Furtado

The location of the hotel and the environment was nice and children friendly. Food was good and staff very friendly. And I would recommend the place to anybody wanting to recharge their batteries. Read full review