Dalyan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Dalyan featuring a marina and boating
Take a cruise down the river between the Mediterranean Sea and Koycegiz Lake to find this gorgeous town, an ancient city, pristine beaches and nesting turtles.

Dalyan is a small town in Turkey’s Muğla province, surrounded by spectacular natural and historical sites. Cruise down Dalyan’s picturesque river to find the umbrella-studded shore of İztuzu Beach. See loggerhead turtles sunning themselves in protected natural reserves, the ruins of an ancient Roman city and monolithic Lycian tombs carved into sheer cliff faces. Visit Dalyan for an experience of rural Turkey and enjoy local produce at the town’s Saturday market.

The Dalyan Çayı (River) is Dalyan’s main waterway, connecting the Mediterranean to Koycegiz Lake. Take a boat trip along the curving river and see a network of lush waterways and wetlands, where an abundance of fish and bird species live among the reeds. The wide sandbar of İztuzu Beach divides the delta and is an idyllic spot for relaxing on a rented beach lounge or on the sand. Go swimming in the warm, shallow waters.

Much of the wetlands make up the Köyceğiz-Dalyan Special Environmental Protection Area. Spot endangered loggerhead and green turtles arriving on İztuzu Beach to lay their eggs between May and October. Wooden stakes mark the turtles’ nesting areas. Storks, cranes and kingfishers can also be seen throughout the wetlands.

Stop by the thermal springs and mud baths near the town centre to experience a natural and luxurious wellbeing treatment. Scrub the mineral-enriched mud over your body before washing it off in the lake or on-site shower facilities and relaxing in the hot springs.

See spectacular cliffs rising up from the river further downstream. Find the ancient façades of Lycian tombs, carved into the rock in 400 B.C. Nearby visit Kaunos, a trading city dating back to ancient Greek times. This fascinating site features ruins of an acropolis, a theatre and the Heraklion fortress.

Explore Dalyan on a boat cruise. Rent a car to experience the region’s lush landscapes and views of Sülüngür Lake. Public minibuses (dolmuş) connect Dalyan to nearby cities Fethiye and Marmaris. Join a charter tour or rent your own boat for the day. Dalaman Airport is approximately a 40-minute drive away.

Where to stay in Dalyan

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Dalyan City Center

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

Unique features of Dalyan City Center include the river views and spas. Make a stop by Dalyan Mosque or Sea Turtles Statue while you're exploring the area.

Dalyan City Center
Dalyan Hotel Caria Royal
Dalyan Hotel Caria Royal
Sulungur Cad. Ozalp Sok No: 4, Dalyan, Ortaca, Mugla
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ortaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Sultaniye Hot Springs and Dalyan Mosque are ...
7.2/10 Good! (53 reviews)
"We loved the hotel. The room was missing the TV and the WiFi is horrible with almost no service anywhere, however the holiday was about relaxing and that's what we did.The pool was great and the shops are very close by. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2023

Dalyan Hotel Caria Royal
Vira Hotel Dalyan
Vira Hotel Dalyan
Demirtas Sokak Dalyan Mahallesi, Ortaca
Stay at this hotel in Ortaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sultaniye Hot Springs and Sea Turtles Statue are ...
7.6/10 Good! (155 reviews)
"Shower was not OK"

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2024

Vira Hotel Dalyan
Donmez Hotel
Donmez Hotel
Dalyan Mah. Yali Sokak, Ortaca, Dalaman
Stay at this hotel in Ortaca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sultaniye Hot Springs and Dalyan Mosque are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (37 reviews)
"Great hotel for the price. Very helpful staff who went above and beyond to help us get to the airport on time when our transfer went missing."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2022

Donmez Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Yakut Apart Hotel
Yakut Apart Hotel
Ataturk Mah. Cinar Sokak No :20, Ortaca
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ortaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Sultaniye Hot Springs and Sea Turtles ...
8/10 Very Good! (77 reviews)
"The Yakut was basic clean and good value for the price .It was in a good position just 10 mins walk to the river ."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Yakut Apart Hotel
Villa Konak Yalcin
Villa Konak Yalcin
Gülpinar Cd., Ortaca, Mugla
Stay at this apartment in Ortaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Sultaniye Hot Springs and Lycian Rock Tombs are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"The apartment was clean but lack of kitchen utensils and pots etc, also I had to call the owner's, there was a communication barrier."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2023

Villa Konak Yalcin
Dalyan Gurkan Apart Hotel
Dalyan Gurkan Apart Hotel
Atatürk Bulvari, Gulpinar Mah. No 79, Ortaca, Mugla
Stay at this aparthotel in Ortaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Sultaniye Hot Springs and Sea Turtles Statue are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"Hi We had a lovely time at the Gurkan apart hotel , it is close to town , the apartment was lovely and bright with everything you needed the washing machine very handy, the family were lovely and papa can pick you up from the airport for a very good price, would definitely stay again we enjoyed our ..."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2022

Dalyan Gurkan Apart Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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