Sirene Belek Hotel

On Turkey’s south Mediterranean coast at Kadriye, Sirene Belek Hotel is a beachfront five-star resort with Antalya Golf Club close enough to reach on foot. Days tend to settle into an easy rhythm here, with the PGA Sultan and The Pasha courses beside the hotel, broad balconies looking towards the sea, course or surrounding landscape, and a long stretch of beach for the time between rounds. Antalya International Airport is around 30 minutes away by road, so it is a straightforward base for a short golf break as well as a longer stay with non golfers.

The Pasha is the more compact of the two courses at 6,175 yards, but water is a regular consideration and it rewards sensible positioning rather than simply hitting driver at every opportunity. Its fairways and greens are maintained throughout the year, making it a good first round after travelling. PGA Sultan extends to 6,477 yards and asks a sterner question from the start, where water closes in around the opening tee shot. Tree-lined corridors feature on several holes, while other stretches open out, creating a round that calls for both controlled tee shots and committed approaches.

There are 498 rooms, suites and villas, with useful options for groups and families. The 95 m² Terrace Suite accommodates two adults and a child, while Bohemia Suites and Villas include shared pool access in selected accommodation. Bohemia guests also have their own dining lounge and private beach area. Dining runs on an ultra-all-inclusive basis, with five restaurants covering Turkish, Italian, seafood and Far Eastern cooking. Kybele serves meals from breakfast through to midnight snacks, with 600 indoor and 300 outdoor seats. A 25 by 50 metre Olympic pool, indoor pool, Turkish bath and seven clay tennis courts give the resort plenty of life away from the fairways.