The Turkish Riviera is the Mediterranean coast of Antalya province, squeezed between the Taurus Mountains and the sea. It has filled up with large all-inclusive hotels, many of which have an indoor pool or heat an outdoor pool out of season. The selection reviews them resort by resort, from Kemer to Alanya, with a few villas to rent. I've selected 47 places, all rated at least 8/10; the top-rated is Lara Barut Collection (4.8/5).
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.
47 places shown
The pool. Six pools for adults, children and babies. According to the hotel, the adults' indoor pool, a seawater thalasso pool and part of the main outdoor pool are heated from 1 November to 31 March. The other outdoor pools only operate in season.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The heated part of the outdoor pool is limited: ask where it is when you arrive.
The pool. Outdoor pool advertised as heated for the cooler months.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get the heating period confirmed before you book.
The pool. Outdoor pool advertised as heated during the cooler months.
One guest who came in October found the main pools cold; only the children's pool was heated.
Guide's tip. In October, the heating may not have started yet: get the start date confirmed.
The pool. Indoor pool advertised as heated year-round; one outdoor pool is also advertised as heated out of season, while the other two only open in season.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The indoor pool is the safe bet; ask whether the heated outdoor pool is open on your dates.
The pool. Outdoor pool advertised as heated, for the late season.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get the heating period confirmed before you book.
The pool. Large all-inclusive hotel with an outdoor pool advertised as heated and a heated indoor pool.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The guides don't give the heating dates: get them confirmed before you book.
The pool. Outdoor pool advertised as heated, so you can swim in spring and autumn.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get the heating period confirmed before you book.
The pool. Indoor pool and an outdoor seawater pool heated out of season.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get confirmation of which pools are heated on your dates.
The pool. According to the hotel, the main outdoor pool is heated, even in the cooler season; the Green Door spa has a heated outdoor pool and a heated indoor pool, plus a heated indoor pool for children.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The spa has two heated pools: handy if the main pool is very busy.
The pool. According to the hotel, a heated filtered-seawater pool, a heated semi-Olympic indoor pool and a heated indoor pool for children, in addition to the outdoor pools.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The semi-Olympic indoor pool is ideal for swimming lengths under cover.
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 pool, outdoor infinity pool and children's pool. Heating isn't specified.
One guest regrets that the private pool of their royal suite wasn't heated.
Guide's tip. If you book a suite with a private pool, ask in writing whether it's heated.
The pool. Indoor pool. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get confirmation that the indoor pool is open on your dates.
The pool. Indoor pool. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get confirmation that the indoor pool is open on your dates.
The pool. Indoor pool. 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.
The pool. Family hotel with an indoor pool. 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 and open to children.
The pool. Seven pools. According to the hotel, the indoor pool, the children's indoor pool, the semi-Olympic pool and the children's slide pool are heated from November to April. The adults' aquapark closes from November to March.
Reviews are mixed: one guest found all the pools very cold in September, and another found the jacuzzi cold in May, both outside the advertised heating period.
Guide's tip. Only count on heated water from November to April; in September–October and in May, the water can be cool.
The pool. Seven pools. According to the hotel, the “relax” pool, the indoor pool, the children's pool and the swim-up room pools are heated from 1 November to 30 April.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The swim-up rooms give you direct access to a heated pool during the heating period.
The pool. Indoor, outdoor and children's pools. According to the hotel, only the indoor pool is heated, from 1 November to 31 March.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Out of season, only the indoor pool is heated: don't count on the outdoor pools.
The pool. Outdoor pool advertised as heated during the cooler months.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The hotel has changed its name and management: get confirmation that the pool is still heated.
The pool. An indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get confirmation that the indoor pool is heated and open on your dates.
The pool. Indoor pool in addition to the outdoor pools. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get confirmation that the indoor pool is heated.
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. Several pools, including indoor ones. The outdoor pool is advertised as heated year-round.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask which outdoor pool is heated: not all of them are.
The pool. Outdoor pool advertised as heated, for the off-season months.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get the heating period confirmed before you book.
The pool. Indoor pool and outdoor pool; the hotel advertises a heated pool without saying which.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The rating is based on only a few reviews: compare with other platforms before you book.
The pool. According to the hotel, parts of the outdoor pool are heated from 15 October to 15 November and in April.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The heating only covers the late season and April: aim for those periods.
The pool. According to the hotel, the pool heating switches on automatically when the water drops below 22 °C, from 1 October to 16 November and from 29 March to 15 May.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The heating is set for the late season and spring: that's the right time to come.
The pool. According to the hotel, the indoor pool and the aquapark pool, with slides, are heated in the cooler season. The other outdoor pools aren't advertised as heated.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. With children, the heated slide pool is a real bonus out of season.
The pool. Indoor pool in addition to the outdoor pools. 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 and whether the water park is open on your dates.
The pool. Two indoor pools, one of them advertised as heated. The outdoor pool only opens in season.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Out of season, plan to swim indoors: the outdoor pool is closed.
The pool. Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, children's pool and slides; according to guests, several pools are heated.
Guests say several pools are heated; in August, one even found the water too warm to cool off in.
Guide's tip. Ask which pools are heated on your dates.
The pool. Indoor pool with a children's section, advertised as heated out of season, and six outdoor pools open in season, with an aquapark and jacuzzis.
The hot tub. Whirlpool baths among the facilities.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Out of season, only the indoor pool is advertised as heated: don't count on the outdoor pools.
The pool. One outdoor pool is advertised as heated and open year-round; the indoor pool is heated depending on the season.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Check which pool is heated on your dates, as the guides advise.
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. An indoor pool and an outdoor pool; one of the two is advertised as heated, without saying which.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask the hotel which of the two pools will be heated on your dates.
The pool. Six outdoor pools, one of them heated, and a heated indoor pool.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. A hotel popular for long off-season stays: book early for spring.
The pool. Three pools open year-round: one indoor and two outdoor, one of which is heated.
According to the Kayak review summary, some guests were disappointed that the water activities closed in the cooler season.
Guide's tip. The slides and aquapark may be closed out of season: check if this matters to you.
The pool. Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool and children's pool; guests talk of a heated pool.
In late March, one guest found the water a good temperature and thinks the pool is heated; in early April, another guest notes that the heated pool was very crowded and the other one very cold.
Guide's tip. In spring, only one pool is heated: expect it to be busy.
The pool. Outdoor pool advertised as heated, with a children's pool. No indoor pool mentioned.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. This is the address for combining a heated pool with a visit to the old town of Kaleiçi.
The pool. Entire villa with a private pool advertised as heated from 1 October to 30 April.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask whether heating is included in the price or charged as an extra.
The pool. Indoor pool and outdoor pool. 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 on your dates.
The pool. Indoor pool. Heating isn't specified. Hotel for over-16s only.
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 presented as allowing year-round swimming. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Get confirmation that the indoor pool is heated.
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.
The hot tub. Entire three-storey house with a private pool, jacuzzi and sauna. Pool heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. For a guaranteed warm dip, go for the jacuzzi and sauna.
The hot tub. Entire villa with a private pool and jacuzzi. Pool heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask whether the pool can be heated; if not, rely on the jacuzzi.
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 Lara Barut Collection (Hotel), with 4.8/5 (2,692 reviews · Google (relayé par Antalya Tourist Information)). Next come Gloria Verde Resort (4.8/5) and ELA Excellence Resort Belek (ex-Ela Quality Resort) (4.8/5).
Yes at Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa, Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort and Calista Luxury Resort: the pool is advertised as heated all year round. At Lara Barut Collection, Gloria Verde Resort and ELA Excellence Resort Belek (ex-Ela Quality Resort), heating is seasonal (heated 1 november to 31 march). Susesi Luxury Resort, Villa Side Residence and Villa Side Hotel have an indoor pool, sheltered from the wind. Either way, ask for the heating dates before you book.
None of the places selected on the Turkish Riviera gives a precise temperature. Ask the property before booking, especially out of season.
Yes: Villa de luxe avec piscine chauffée, jacuzzi et vue mer and Sherwood Exclusive Lara also have a hot tub in addition to the heated pool. No confirmed heated pool, but a hot tub: Saygan Villas, villa privée 10C and Maison de 5 chambres près de la plage, jacuzzi et sauna.
Yes, 2 villas and holiday homes are selected: Villa de luxe avec piscine chauffée, jacuzzi et vue mer and Kemer Villa Zengin -3. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Family Comfort Collection · Belek | Indoor pool in the spa, but the rating remains below the threshold. | 7,9/10 | Rating too low |
| Papillon Ayscha Resort & Spa · Belek | Indoor and outdoor pools advertised as heated by a guide, but the Kayak rating remains below the threshold. | 7,9/10 | Rating too low |
| Adam & Eve · Belek | Large outdoor pool; the rating remains below the threshold. | 6,3/10 | Rating too low |
| Belek Private Pool Holiday Villas · Belek | Villa with a private pool and access to a resort's pools, no heating mentioned. | 4,0/5 | Heating not confirmed |
| Paloma Foresta Resort & Spa · Kemer | A guide advertises a heated outdoor pool, but a reader reports unheated pools during their stay in mid-April. | 4,7/5 | Water colder than advertised, according to one traveller |
| Villa DURU (Tekirova) · Kemer | 5 m by 10 m private pool, no heating mentioned. | 5,0/5 | Heating not confirmed |
| Club Sun Heaven · Alanya | Indoor pool, but the rating remains below the threshold. | 6,4/10 | Rating too low |
| Granada Luxury Okurcalar · Alanya | Indoor pool; the Booking.com rating remains below the threshold. | 7,9/10 | Rating too low |
| Justiniano Deluxe Resort · Alanya | Large all-inclusive hotel in Okurcalar; the rating remains below the threshold. | 7,7/10 | Rating too low |
| Ananea Kleopatra Beach · Alanya | Three outdoor pools, no heating advertised. | 8,4/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pools only) |
| Riviera Hotel & Spa · Alanya | Two outdoor pools, no heating advertised. | 8,4/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pools only) |
| Raymar Resort & Aqua · Side | Hotel with a water park; the rating remains below the threshold. | 5,8/10 | Rating too low |
| Kaya Garden Side · Side | Seasonal outdoor pool only. | 8,2/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pool only) |
| Tropic Beach Club Side · Side | Outdoor pool; the rating remains below the threshold. | 7,8/10 | Rating too low |
| Letstay Hotel (adultes) · Antalya | Outdoor pool only, no heating advertised. | 8,7/10 | Heating not confirmed (outdoor pool only) |
| Bilem Hotel Beach & Spa · Antalya | Pool with no details; the rating remains below the threshold. | 6,4/10 | Rating too low |
Sources: HotelsCombined, HotelsCombined, Travelocity, Kayak, Airbnb, Booking.com, Hotels.com, Antalya Tourist Information, Airbnb, Expedia.
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