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Areas of Kalkan

Kalkan is a charming coastal town that began as a small harbor settlement and has grown into a vibrant destination with distinct neighbourhoods, each offering something special.

 

This map highlights Kalkan’s different areas.

Enjoy stunning sunset views from Körmürlük and Kışla, soak in the elevated wide panoramas from Kızıltaş & Akbel & Kördere, or experience the convenience of Ortaalan and the lively atmosphere of the Old Town.

Kalamar Bay, with its beautiful sea views, offers a quieter, more residential feel.

 

Walking from the farthest points of Kışla, Kalamar, or Kızıltaş to the town center takes around 25–30 minutes, but taxis provide a quick and easy alternative.

 

Explore the sections below for a brief guide to each area.

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Old Town
Kızıltaş
Gelemiş / Patara
Lavanta-Incebel
İslamlar
Kömürlük
Bezirgân 
Üzümlü
OrtaAlan
Kördere-Sarnıçbaşı
Sarıbelen
Yeşilköy

Old Town and Harbour area

This is the vibrant heart of the resort, where you’ll find most of Kalkan’s bars and restaurants, along with an array of quirky independent gift shops, stunning jewelry stores, and stylish boutiques. A stroll along the harbour wall to the lighthouse offers a breathtaking view of the town, especially magical when illuminated by evening lights.

Many restaurants are perched on rooftop terraces in the Old Town, offering spectacular dining experiences, while others sit right by the harbor and beachfront. These long-established eateries serve everything from breakfast to late-night dinners.

The steep, cobbled streets leading up from the harbor are a delight to explore, lined with colorful shops, charming cafés, and lively bars. Venture into the side streets to admire the town’s beautiful Greek-style architecture—whitewashed houses with wooden balconies draped in vibrant bougainvillea.

 

Kalkan’s public beach is equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas for hire from May to October. As it’s a pebbly beach, swim shoes are recommended for comfort.

 

Nearby, you’ll find two children’s play parks and excellent swimming options at Indigo Beach Club and Çakıl Beach Club, both just beyond the harbor wall.

For those who prefer to stay in the heart of town, accommodation options range from larger hotels—such as the Pirat Hotel on the harbor and The Pier House Hotel near the beach—to charming boutique hotels, villas, and apartments in the upper part of the Old Town.

Kışla

Kışla is a peaceful residential area of Kalkan, located at the junction of the D400 highway and the side road leading to Club Patara, extending further south along Kalkan Bay. The roads in Kışla are steep, so taxis are often needed for trips to and from the Old Town.

Many villas of varying sizes are available for rent in this area, most offering stunning sea views. Due to its location beneath the surrounding hills, Kışla enjoys a slightly later morning sunshine compared to other areas but stays sunlit much longer, offering spectacular sunsets. At night, the twinkling lights of the Old Town create a magical view.

 

Several boutique hotels are located in Kışla, some of which offer restaurants open to non-residents, such as the charming Fidanka Hotel. The long-established Club Patara holiday complex offers a mix of hotel rooms, villas, apartments, and long-term residences, along with a beach club open to daily visitors.

 

Nearby, Villa Mahal provides luxury villa accommodations and a beach club, which transforms into a romantic seaside restaurant in the evening, offering candlelit dining and live music nights. This charming location is accessible via a small boat service.

Kışla is also home to two additional beach clubs. Kalkan Beach Park features a small shingle beach, perfect for young children, and can be accessed by boat taxi from the harbor. The neighboring Green Beach Hotel beach club is also accessible using the Kalkan Beach Park boat service.

 

Kömürlük

Kömürlük is nestled between the Old Town and the large holiday complex, Club Patara.  This residential area features a mix of villas and apartments, with the popular beach clubs—Denizim, Palm, and Zest—lining the shore. These clubs offer direct sea access from platforms, along with sunbeds, umbrellas, restaurants, and bars.

Many accommodations in Kömürlük boast stunning views across the bay towards Mouse and Snake Islands. Some of the larger villas make exceptional wedding venues, offering a breathtaking sea backdrop.

Walking into town from Kömürlük is an easy stroll along a small road that runs parallel to the main D400 highway. Alternatively, a rough footpath leads directly down to town, emerging near the public beach.

OrtaAlan

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Kızıltaş

Kızıltaş is located on the hill behind and above Kalkan’s Old Town, featuring a mix of villas and apartments along with a couple of well-known hotels: The Samira Resort and The Mediterran.

This area sits above the D400 road, which, though a dual carriageway through Kalkan, is the main coastal route linking several resort areas. To the north, it leads to Fethiye, while to the south it stretches all the way to Antalya and beyond. There are safe and accessible crossing points, including two footbridges and a pedestrian crossing at the traffic island controlled by traffic lights. Depending on your location in Kızıltaş, walking into the Old Town can take as little as 10 minutes or up to 20 minutes from higher up.

 

The views from Kızıltaş across Kalkan Bay to the islands are absolutely stunning. On clear days, you can even see Kalamar Bay and, farther in the distance, the sea toward Kaş. The higher elevation also offers a cooling breeze, especially in the early evening—a refreshing relief during the hot summer months.

 

The Mediterran Hotel features a restaurant open to non-residents, with a laid-back bar area that makes the most of the amazing views. The Samira Resort boasts one of the largest pools in Kalkan, and its restaurant is open to non-residents for food and drinks throughout the day. The resort also hosts a BBQ night with live music once a week, and guests can watch sporting events on the bar’s TV screens.

 

Nearby, you’ll find a well-regarded pizza and pasta restaurant just down from The Samira Resort, as well as a traditional Turkish kebab and pide restaurant located by the traffic lights/roundabout.

 

In 2024, a small convenience store opened on the main street, making it easy to pick up morning bread or additional supplies without heading into town.

Lavanta-Incebel

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Akbel

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Kördere-Sarnıçbaşı

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Ordu

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Ulugöl

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Bezirgân 

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Sarıbelen

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Gelemiş / Patara

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İslamlar

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Üzümlü

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Yeşilköy

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