The two Mediterranean hotels you need on your radar this year

The two Mediterranean hotels you need on your radar this year

Maxx Royal's two acclaimed resorts promise a stay of supreme relaxation

If you love all-inclusive indulgence, you'll love Maxx Royal. The brand's two properties – Maxx Royal Kemer Resort and Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort – have long been favoured retreats for those holidaying on the Turkish coastline. They are also notable for their inclusion in the prestigious Leading Hotels of the World collection, while Maxx Royal Kemer Resort is also part of American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts. Both are meticulously curated selections of the globe's very finest hotels, acting as guides for those who appreciate the finer things in life.

It's easy to see why Maxx Royal resorts are included. Havens of indulgence, both spots offer holidays that exceed your highest expectations. Whether you crave activity-packed adventures or simply want to relax on secluded beaches, Maxx Royal Resorts will make it happen. Serious golfers should set their course for Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort with its legendary green – designed by golf impresario Colin Montgomerie, it's hosted tournaments such as the Turkish Open, and playing a round or two here is a highlight for many guests. Maxx Royal Kemer Resort, too, offers a range of sporting and wellbeing activities. Join a morning yoga class overlooking the waves or practise your serve on the tennis court. You can also enjoy thrilling water sports at both locations, from windsurfing and water skiing to sailing a catamaran. A Maxx Assistant will be at hand to plan the day's activities for you, organising your schedule to ensure you maximise every moment of your getaway.

Meanwhile, those in need of a more sedate break should make a beeline for the blissfully serene MaxxWell Spa, where any lingering stress will swiftly disappear. High-tech and traditional treatments are available, from pampering massages with healing oils to detoxing and rejuvenating facials using top-of-the-range cosmetics, mineral-rich Rhassoul mud therapies and authentic Turkish hammam sessions. Book in at the start of your stay to really get into the holiday spirit, and again before you leave to ensure that this sense of wellbeing will remain long after you return home.

Dining is a particular speciality of both properties. At Maxx Royal Kemer, Azure 24 serves tantalising dishes around the clock to suit any schedule, while Azure Court's three restaurants offer a bounty of rich Turkish flavours, Italian dishes and local seafood. For a special occasion, book any one of the three fine-dining spots – Azure Japon, Gastro by Alfredo Russo or Bronze Steak House – before savouring a nightcap at one of the 11 bars or a sweet treat from the chocolatier and ice-cream shop. Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort has eight à la carte restaurants serving vibrant Mediterranean and international flavours, as well as 14 bars and casual spots for light snacks and poolside bites during the day. 

Both properties are renowned for their smart suites, but to truly elevate your holiday, book one of the villas. Kemer's offerings range from the one-bedroomed Maxx Laguna villa  – a romantic poolside hideaway for two – to the grand Presidential Villa, an expansive hilltop escape that sleeps 14 with a private pool, soaring views over the sea and Champagne on arrival. At Belek, choose from four elegant options: Albatross villas accommodate seven or 10 guests, while the Owner and Presidential villas both sleep 12. All the villas have an elegant, minimalist design, with wooden furniture, original artwork and sunny spaces to create the perfect holiday atmosphere. A booking guarantees space, privacy, perks such as Diptyque bath products, a room-fragrance menu and a beach pavilion exclusively for your use. These thoughtful details align to make Maxx Royal a first-rate base for a truly exceptional holiday.


For more information, please visit maxxroyal.com.