Likya Residence Hotel & Spa

A charming sandy-coloured building, nestled into the Kalkan hillside, Likya Residence Hotel and Spa has buckets of charm. With panoramic views that stretch from the hills right down to the sea below, a stay here ticks off all the essentials – and then some.

For a chilled day by the pool, you’ve got two to choose from. Head to the main pool and you can enjoy a cocktail surrounded by the exotic greenery of the garden. Head up to the first floor and you’ll find a smaller, more secluded pool with sun loungers perfect for catching a few rays. Inside there’s a third pool in the spa, where you’ll also have access to the sauna, steam room, and Hamam, as well as an extensive list of massages and treatments to help you unwind.

You may just decide to hole up in these luxurious surroundings, but if you fancy venturing out, Kalkan is just on the doorstep. Make for the harbour and hop on a boat to get out on the water for an afternoon, or spend a day kicking back at one of the beach clubs along the coast. The bay is teeming with great places to eat, too, with plenty of restaurants opting to set up shop on the town’s rooftops and take full advantage of that view.

Back at the hotel the restaurant specialises in sophisticated fare à la carte style for lunch and dinner, served on the dining terrace. There’s a separate terrace – with an equally beautiful view – for breakfast, which is a generous buffet that’ll be sure to fill you up for the day.

The charm continues into the suites – which are decorated in an eclectic offering of bright whites, warm wood tones and natural stones and mosaics. Each room comes with a balcony or terrace – the perfect spot to watch the sun set.