We absolutely loved our family holiday in Turkey — we stayed at the Holiday Village in Sarigerme and are already thinking about returning. All‑inclusive breaks aren’t cheap, but they do remove the stress of snack time, keep the family entertained all day, and usually come with large complexes offering plenty of activities for kids and adults. Choosing the best child‑friendly holiday in Turkey can feel overwhelming, so here are some tips from our experience.
Use websites that do the legwork for families and list kid‑friendly places. For example, you can book the Holiday Village in Sarigerme through Best Child Friendly Holidays, which often has special offers. It’s a good first stop when searching.
Once you’ve found potential deals, decide what you actually want from the holiday. Make sure there’s something for everyone — adults want sun and relaxation, kids want pools and water parks. Make a short list of essentials so you can filter searches properly. Don’t be too vague or too strict; aim for a middle ground. For instance, try “any London airport,” “any location,” specific dates with a few days’ flexibility, and filters like “all‑inclusive” and “must have a water park.” That will narrow choices while still showing options you might not have considered.
Check review sites like TripAdvisor to see whether a place offers plenty for children and has suitable menu choices. We always pick holidays with lots of children’s entertainment during the day and evening — I never tire of watching the kids dance at the evening disco.
Look at a map to check the hotel’s surroundings. I prefer to be close to the beach, so I make sure the beach is a short walk away or the hotel has its own beach area. Knowing the walking time to the nearest beach helps you judge whether it’s manageable for your children.
Think about the climate and facilities: will it be too hot for your children? Do the rooms have air conditioning? Are pools heated? I always check these before booking because arriving somewhere where the pool is too cold can spoil a holiday — we’ve been there before. Turkey’s summers are very warm, but if you travel in September the water can cool by mid‑month.
Find out exactly what “all‑inclusive” covers — some hotels include only certain drinks or limit ice creams to specific times. It’s best to know in advance to avoid disappointing the kids. At the Holiday Village there was an afternoon ice‑cream hour that often meant a long queue, but the children were thrilled.
Do you have any tips for travelling to Turkey with the family or for booking the perfect family holiday? I’d love to hear them.
