Your stay — Antonios Motel
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Selimiye Cami (741 m · ~9 min walk)
- Mosque: Fatih Camii (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Outlet — 2.6 km · ~33 min walk
Yavuz Gökmen Parkı — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Side Müzesi — 183 m · ~2 min walk
Side Antik Tiyatro — 336 m · ~4 min walk
Lollo & Bernie Club — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 634 m · ~8 min walk
Side Ay Eczanesi — 992 m · ~12 min walk
Dağ — 558 m · ~7 min walk
Dolmuş durağı — 380 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
Use ATMs in Manavgat town centre for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Antalya Airport and tourist spots near the coast — they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in supermarkets, bigger restaurants and hotels; smaller shops, local eateries and some taxis cash only, so carry some lira.
Round up for taxis (10% optional). Restaurants: leave 10% if no service charge. Hotel staff: 20-50 TRY for luggage, 10-20 TRY daily housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Turkish tea (çay) at any local kıraathane (tea house) for about 15-20 TRY; filter coffee from chain bakeries costs 30-40 TRY.
Döner dürüm (wrap) from a local döner shop or pide salonu: 80-120 TRY for a filling meal.
A main dish of grilled köfte or tavuk şiş at a lokanta (local restaurant): 150-200 TRY.
Town centre around the Manavgat Çarşı and the western side of the river has stalls and small kiosks selling simit, midye dolma and fresh corn.
A101 and BİM are the budget chains with multiple branches in the 07330 area.
The weekly Wednesday market (Manavgat Pazaryeri) near the bus station sells budget clothing, shoes and textiles.
Dolmuş minibuses run the main routes (Manavgat to Side, etc.) for 15-20 TRY per ride. From Antalya Airport, take the Havaş airport coach to Manavgat (about 100 TRY) rather than a taxi.
Eat at lokantas serving set lunch menus for 100-150 TRY. Buy bottled water and snacks at A101/BİM not corner shops. Haggle at the weekly market only if buying multiple items.
Good to know — Manavgat
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.01 · TRY
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Manavgat, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Antonios Motel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 634 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Side Ay Eczanesi — 992 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Manavgat bus station → Defne Hotel (along side road)
💡 Flag down any dolmuş with 'Side' on the front — they all pass Defne. Pay the driver directly; exact change helps.
Defne Hotel → Manavgat Waterfall (local attraction)
💡 Cheaper than the hotel's concierge booking. Ask the driver to wait 20 minutes while you visit the falls — they'll charge half the return fare.
Antalya Airport (AYT) → Defne Hotel, Manavgat
💡 Agree on the fare before you get in; airport taxis charge about €50–€60 one way. Pre-book with a local firm like Manavgat Taxi for €45 flat rate.
Antalya Airport (AYT) bus stop at arrivals → Manavgat bus station (otogar)
💡 Get off at the Manavgat stop, not Side — then take a local dolmuş (minibus, €0.50) to Defne Hotel. The shuttle doesn't run late; last one leaves around 22:00.
About Manavgat
Wikipedia ↗
Manavgat is a municipality and district of Antalya Province, Turkey. Its area is 2,351 km2, and its population is 252,941 (2022). It is 75 km (47 mi) from the city of Antalya. The Manavgat River has a waterfall near the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Antonios Motel?
Check-in at Antonios Motel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Antonios Motel?
Döner dürüm (wrap) from a local döner shop or pide salonu: 80-120 TRY for a filling meal.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Antonios Motel?
Dolmuş minibuses run the main routes (Manavgat to Side, etc.) for 15-20 TRY per ride. From Antalya Airport, take the Havaş airport coach to Manavgat (about 100 TRY) rather than a taxi.
Top Attractions in Manavgat
💡 Best in early morning when the river is quiet and herons feed along the edge. Free public Wi-Fi near the clock tower.
💡 Go early (around 08:00) to avoid the crowds and haggle harder near closing time when vendors are keen to sell.
💡 Bring mosquito repellent in summer. The on-site tea garden sells cheap cay and gözleme.
💡 Combine a visit with a walk along the harbour for sunset; the ruins look dramatic in low light.
💡 Skip the overpriced cafe by the entrance; buy simit and water from the bakery on the main road heading out of town.