Göynük, just north of Kemer centre, combines a long beach and resort hotels with one of the area’s best-loved natural sights, Göynük Canyon, plus Dinopark for families. It is close enough to Kemer to enjoy both resort life and the town’s marina and restaurants. This guide covers what to do in Göynük, where to stay and how Göynük compares with staying in Kemer centre. Please note: Kemer Royal Beach Hotel is in Kemer centre, not in Göynük.
Göynük at a glance
- Location: North of Kemer centre, between Beldibi and the town
- To Kemer centre: About 5–6 km, a few minutes by car or minibus
- Accommodation: Resorts and holiday villages, plus smaller hotels and apartments
- Highlights: Göynük Canyon, a long public beach, Dinopark, tennis facilities
Things to do in Göynük
- Göynük Canyon: Turquoise pools, walking and canyoning in cold mountain water. See our Göynük Canyon guide.
- The beach: A long stretch of coast with a free public beach; the shore is pebbly and deepens quickly. See our Antalya beaches guide.
- Dinopark: A dinosaur theme park in the forest, popular with young children.
- Tennis: Göynük’s tennis club hosts the Turkish Bowl junior tournament each April.
Choosing where to stay in Göynük
- Does the hotel have its own beach, or do you walk to the public beach?
- How close is the nearest minibus stop or hotel shuttle to Kemer centre?
- All-inclusive or bed and breakfast? See our all-inclusive guide.
- Family rooms and a children’s pool? See our family hotels guide.
Göynük or Kemer centre?
Göynük offers resort comfort a short ride from town; in the evening you need a car, taxi or minibus for the marina and restaurants. In the centre everything is walkable, and Göynük is an easy day trip. Compare areas in where to stay in Kemer.
Stay in Kemer centre
Kemer Royal Beach Hotel is in Kemer town centre, about 250 metres from the sea and around 15 minutes by car from Göynük Canyon and Dinopark. Our reception can arrange canyoning and other tours. See our rooms or check availability.