🇹🇷 Kemer, Turkey
Erkal Resort
📍 7, 519 Sokak, Kemer
Your stay — Erkal Resort
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The Property — Erkal Resort
Erkal Resort is a modest three-star property on Kemer's beachfront strip, offering sea-view balconies and a pair of outdoor pools. The lobby feels like a low-key holiday lounge, all marble floors and sun-faded seating, with a 'kiddie club' placard propped by reception. It suits families on a budget who want direct beach access and don't need boutique trimmings. The USP is location: a five-minute walk from the marina promenade, but with enough wall and greenery to feel separate from the evening crowds.
Chronicles of Kemer
Kemer was a quiet fishing hamlet until the 1950s, when a state development plan turned it into a tourism corridor. The main street, Cumhuriyet Caddesi, was carved out along the coast and lined with date palms and three- and four-storey hotels. A marina expansion in the 1990s made it a base for gulet charters, and the municipality planted the signature ranks of pine trees that shade the beach walk. Today Kemer still feels like purpose-built resort town, with a small permanent population and a year-round buzz of package tourists, Russian second-home owners, and seasonal workers.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kemer guide →Best months
Late May through early June for settled heat without the peak crowds, plus September for same reason with warm sea temperatures.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are the absolute peak: schools out across Europe and Russia, hotels at 90% occupancy, and prices double the shoulder season. The Kemer Festival of Tourism (mid-July) boosts footfall further. Erkal Resort's rates in peak July hit around £80-110 per night, B&B.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the sweet spot: daytime highs of 26-28°C, lower humidity, and prices at Erkal typically 30-40% cheaper than August. The sea is still swimmable, and the promenade empties out after 10pm.
Weather & packing
Kemer's microclimate traps humidity under the Taurus Mountains, making July afternoons feel stickier than other Antalya resorts. Pack a lightweight shawl or rash vest for sun protection and a single long pair of trousers for the evening breeze.
Live City Briefing — Kemer
- The new drainage project on the Kemer bypass (D-400) is causing sporadic lane closures between the hotel and Göynük through summer 2026; check local traffic for morning delays.
- A direct shuttle from Antalya Airport to Kemer (Havaş bus) now runs every 30 minutes in summer, stopping at the main roundabout 200m from Erkal Resort.
- Several beachfront clubs have added wooden walkways to reduce sand erosion; the section in front of the public beach near Erkal is closed for maintenance until July 5th.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Erkal Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing the rear garden or pool side. These are higher than the street-level pubs and offer some buffer from 519 Sokak traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or floor 2 facing the street (519 Sokak). These get direct noise from late-night bars and scooters on the narrow road. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Rooms on floors 3-4 facing south-west or towards the garden/pool get afternoon sun and a glimpse of the Taurus foothills. Rooms facing 519 Sokak see only buildings and traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, assuming a typical low-rise 3-star with 4 floors. The top floor often has less foot traffic overhead.
🔊 Noise notes
519 Sokak is a narrow side street in central Kemer, busy with pedestrian traffic, scooters, and hotel/restaurant deliveries. Expect ambient hum until midnight. The resort’s own bar and pool music can carry to lower floors.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on the garden side when booking—mention 'quiet view, not street' to the front desk. 2) The resort offers free parking on the side lot (enter via the alley off 519 Sokak), but spaces fill by 10am in summer, so arrive early. 3) The best-value request is a 'top-floor garden view'—these are quieter and cooler in the evening.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Erkal Resort
Free wifi throughout, typical speed 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname at portal
Single lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; lobby TV shows Turkish news channels
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs 50 TRY
Complimentary for same-day check-in/out; longer storage 20 TRY per bag per day
Step-free entry via ramp; lift to all floors; no adapted bathrooms or grab rails in rooms
On-site free parking for 25 cars, no reservation; no EV charging; nearest public car park is Municipality Car Park, 150 metres east, 30 TRY per night
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 100 TRY advance deposit via card; 200 TRY incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Huzur Cami (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Mosque: Kemer Merkez Camii (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Bereket Döner — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Kuğulu Park — 863 m · ~11 min walk
Folklorik Yörük Parkı Açık Hava Müzesi — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Amphitheatre — 615 m · ~8 min walk
Kemer Belediyesi Serin Parkı — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Denizbank — 439 m · ~5 min walk
Likya Eczanesi — 374 m · ~5 min walk
Kemer Otogarı — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots as they add poor rates and commission.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless is common. Smaller shops and street stalls may prefer cash.
Round up taxi fares or add 10% in restaurants if no service charge is included. For hotel staff, 20-50 TL is standard.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish çay (tea) from a local çay bahçesi: 15-25 TL.
A dürüm (wrap) from a kebab shop: 100-150 TL.
A pide (Turkish pizza) or köfte dish at a local lokanta: 150-200 TL per main.
Along the main promenade and near the marina, you'll find simit carts and midye dolma stalls; cheap eats are also along 7 Sokak itself.
A101 and BİM are the common budget supermarkets in this area.
LC Waikiki and DeFacto are the main affordable high-street options, both within a short walk from 7 Sokak.
Dolmuş (shared minibus) is the cheapest local transport at around 10-15 TL per ride; from Antalya Airport, take the Havaş shuttle to Kemer bus station (approx 100 TL) and then a dolmuş.
Eat at lokantas (self-service restaurants) for set-menu lunches rather than dinner. Buy bottled water and snacks from supermarkets instead of hotel minibars. Haggle at the Kemer bazaar, but do it politely.
Good to know — Kemer
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺46.95 · TRY
Emergency Contacts
KemerWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kemer, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Erkal Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Denizbank — 439 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Likya Eczanesi — 374 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kemer Town Centre → Etenna Bungalow
💡 Flag down any dolmuş heading toward Tekirova or Çamyuva; tell the driver 'Etenna Bungalow'a gidiyorum.' They'll drop you at the main road, then a 100m walk down the side street.
Antalya Airport (AYT) → Etenna Bungalow, Kemer
💡 Book through your hotel or a local agency like Kemer Transfer; avoid unlicensed drivers at the airport arrivals hall.
Kemer Marina or Beldibi → Etenna Bungalow
💡 Use the app BiTaksi for fixed fares. Taxis from the marina are pricier; walk 200m to the main road for cheaper ones.
Antalya Airport (AYT) → Etenna Bungalow, Kemer
💡 Take Havaş from the airport to Kemer's main square, then a 5-min taxi (70 TL) or a short walk. The bus drops you on the D400 highway, not by the hotel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Erkal Resort?
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing the rear garden or pool side. These are higher than the street-level pubs and offer some buffer from 519 Sokak traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Erkal Resort?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 or floor 2 facing the street (519 Sokak). These get direct noise from late-night bars and scooters on the narrow road. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Erkal Resort noisy?
519 Sokak is a narrow side street in central Kemer, busy with pedestrian traffic, scooters, and hotel/restaurant deliveries. Expect ambient hum until midnight. The resort’s own bar and pool music can carry to lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Erkal Resort?
Rooms on floors 3-4 facing south-west or towards the garden/pool get afternoon sun and a glimpse of the Taurus foothills. Rooms facing 519 Sokak see only buildings and traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Erkal Resort?
1) Ask for a room on the garden side when booking—mention 'quiet view, not street' to the front desk. 2) The resort offers free parking on the side lot (enter via the alley off 519 Sokak), but spaces fill by 10am in summer, so arrive early. 3) The best-value request is a 'top-floor garden view'—these are quieter and cooler in the evening.
What time is check-in at Erkal Resort?
Check-in at Erkal Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Erkal Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free wifi throughout, typical speed 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname at portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at Erkal Resort?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Erkal Resort?
A dürüm (wrap) from a kebab shop: 100-150 TL.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Erkal Resort?
Dolmuş (shared minibus) is the cheapest local transport at around 10-15 TL per ride; from Antalya Airport, take the Havaş shuttle to Kemer bus station (approx 100 TL) and then a dolmuş.
When is the best time to visit Kemer?
Late May through early June for settled heat without the peak crowds, plus September for same reason with warm sea temperatures.
Top Attractions in Kemer
💡 Visit on a Tuesday or Friday morning when the nearby market sets up—watch locals bargain for fruit, clothes, and souvenirs for free.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the mountains and fewer people. Free public seating areas along the boardwalk.
💡 Free all year. Look for the short camel ride area nearby for a few lira. Best visited late afternoon when it's cooler.
💡 Bring your own towel and snacks as sunbeds cost extra. The far end from the main entrance is quieter and less crowded.
💡 Entry is cheap (around 8 euros). Go early morning to avoid heat and tourist groups. Swim at the middle bay after exploring.