Alanya is recognisable by its rocky peninsula crowned by a fortress, with beaches on either side. To the west, the coast of Avsallar, Okurcalar and Konaklı lines up all-inclusive hotels, often with spas. The selection keeps those with an indoor pool, an aparthotel and a villa to rent with a heated pool. I've selected 6 places, all rated at least 8/10; the top-rated is Villa de luxe avec piscine chauffée, jacuzzi et vue mer (4.4/5).
Each city has its own selection, with a page for each type of accommodation.
Places are ranked from highest to lowest rated. The yellow bubble shows the advertised water temperature, when it's known.
6 places shown
The pool. Entire villa with a heated pool and jacuzzi, according to the listing title.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi advertised.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The rating is based on only a few reviews: ask about the heating period and any extra cost.
The pool. Indoor and outdoor pools. Heating isn't specified. Adults-only hotel.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask whether the indoor pool is heated.
The pool. Indoor pool, three outdoor pools, children's pool and aquapark. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The hotel is closed from 31 October to 31 March: come in spring or early autumn.
The pool. Indoor pool, children's pool and an outdoor pool open from April to November. Heating isn't specified.
One guest who came in early May found the weather a little cool, without mentioning the pool water.
Guide's tip. From November to March, only the indoor pool is open: get confirmation that it's heated.
The pool. Aparthotel with an indoor pool and a children's pool. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Handy for an apartment stay: get confirmation that the indoor pool is heated.
The pool. Modern indoor pool with a geometric ceiling, judging by the listing photos. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask whether the indoor pool is heated.
These places don't have a confirmed heated pool, but they do have a hot tub: the water is hot all year round. A good way to relax in the warm.
These places were suggested to us directly by their owners. The heated pool is declared by them; they don't yet have enough guest reviews to join the selection.
In my selection, the top-rated is Villa de luxe avec piscine chauffée, jacuzzi et vue mer (Villa for rent · Airbnb), with 4.4/5 (5 reviews · Airbnb). Next come Day One Beach Resort & Spa (adultes) (8.6/10) and Delphin Deluxe Resort (8.2/10).
None of the places selected in Alanya clearly advertises a pool heated all year round. Day One Beach Resort & Spa (adultes), Delphin Deluxe Resort and Arycanda Kirman Premium have an indoor pool, sheltered from the wind. Either way, ask for the heating dates before you book.
None of the places selected in Alanya gives a precise temperature. Ask the property before booking, especially out of season.
Yes: Villa de luxe avec piscine chauffée, jacuzzi et vue mer also has a hot tub in addition to the heated pool.
Yes, one villa is selected: Villa de luxe avec piscine chauffée, jacuzzi et vue mer. Heating is sometimes charged extra: check the listing.
The word "heated" on a booking page isn't enough. Every place must have a rating of at least 8/10 (or 4/5) and carries one of these four levels.
Guests mention the heated water in their reviews, with the season when they say so.
A journalist or guide who stayed there describes the heated pool.
The hotel or the platform says so, but I haven't yet found a review that confirms it.
Heating isn't specified, but the water is sheltered from the wind and cold air. Ask for the temperature before you book.
I left these out because guests report water colder than advertised, or because no heating or indoor pool is mentioned.
| Place | What the sources say | Rating | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Club Sun Heaven | Indoor pool, but the rating remains below the threshold. | 6,4/10 | Rating too low |
| Granada Luxury Okurcalar | Indoor pool; the Booking.com rating remains below the threshold. | 7,9/10 | Rating too low |
| Justiniano Deluxe Resort | Large all-inclusive hotel in Okurcalar; the rating remains below the threshold. | 7,7/10 | Rating too low |
| Ananea Kleopatra Beach | Three outdoor pools, no heating advertised. | 8,4/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pools only) |
| Riviera Hotel & Spa | Two outdoor pools, no heating advertised. | 8,4/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pools only) |
Sources: Expedia, Booking.com.
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