Beach town in Antalya, Turkey
Belek for solo travelers
Is Belek good for solo travel?
A string of all-inclusive golf and beach resorts east of Antalya, with little of a town behind them. Easy and comfortable in a group or family; solo travellers get few social options and high prices.
Solo travel at a glance
| Solo travel | 2/5 · Challenging solo |
|---|---|
| Locals | Friendly |
| English | Common in tourist areas |
| Safety | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Solo women | Comfortable inside resorts and on the beach. Few other places to go on foot, so book rides in advance. |
How to meet people in Belek
Resort activity programs, golf lessons, spa and sports clubs, and excursions to Aspendos or Köprülü Canyon; solo travellers usually book tours to meet people.
Good things to do alone
- Play or learn golf on a Belek course
- See the Roman theatre at Aspendos
- Raft or hike in Köprülü Canyon
- Look for sea turtle nests on the beach in summer
- Eat at a local restaurant in Boğazkent
Where to stay in Belek
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Belek resort strip | All-inclusive hotels, golf courses and the beach |
| Boğazkent | Local village east of Belek, cheaper food and stays |
| Serik | Inland town for shops, markets and cheap rent |
Solo travel across Turkey
| Place | Solo | English |
|---|---|---|
| Istanbul | 5/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Antalya | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Cappadocia | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Bodrum | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Fethiye | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Alanya | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Izmir | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Kaş | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Ölüdeniz | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Marmaris | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Dalyan | 4/5 | Widely spoken |
| Selçuk | 4/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Gaziantep | 4/5 | Limited |
| Pamukkale | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Ankara | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Kuşadası | 3/5 | Widely spoken |
| Side | 3/5 | Widely spoken |
| Çeşme | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Kemer | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Kalkan | 3/5 | Widely spoken |
| Trabzon | 3/5 | Limited |
| Bursa | 3/5 | Limited |
| Didim | 3/5 | Common in tourist areas |
| Belek | 2/5 | Common in tourist areas |
Quick answers
Is Belek good for solo travelers?
Challenging solo (2/5). A string of all-inclusive golf and beach resorts east of Antalya, with little of a town behind them.
How do you meet people in Belek?
Resort activity programs, golf lessons, spa and sports clubs, and excursions to Aspendos or Köprülü Canyon; solo travellers usually book tours to meet people. On SoloSquare you can also join small plans with other travelers who are there now.
Do people speak English in Belek?
Common in tourist areas.
Is Belek safe for solo female travelers?
Comfortable inside resorts and on the beach. Few other places to go on foot, so book rides in advance.
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