Tourism in Turkey: Hotels reduce prices by average of 40 percent for nine-day mid-term break

During the nine-day mid-term break, hotels have reduced prices by an average of 40%, with increased occupancy rates in regions like Antalya, Izmir, Denizli, and Afyonkarahisar. Antalya, in particular, has seen a surge in demand due to favorable weather conditions, with hotel occupancy reaching 70-80%. The president of the Mediterranean Touristic Hoteliers and Operators Association (AKTOB), mentioned that the mild climate in Antalya makes it an attractive destination during this mid-term break. Hotels are extending their closing dates this year by about 30% compared to the previous year.

According to same person, hotels typically receive reservations for 4 nights and 5 days. Prices have been discounted by approximately 40% compared to the regular season. The mid-term break has contributed to hotel occupancy reaching 70-80%, and many hotels are closing later this year.

In Izmir, Antalya, and Denizli, the president of the Aegean Touristic Establishments and Accommodations Union (ETİK), highlighted the increased demand during the mid-term break. He stated that thermal facilities and resort hotels in Izmir were particularly popular, with facilities reaching 60-70% occupancy. The end of the school term has provided a 25-30% boost to the existing occupancy rates in resort hotels in Izmir.

İşler also noted that almost all facilities do not charge for children up to the age of 12. In the Izmir region, prices for a 4-night, 5-day stay for 2 adults and 1 child start at around 5,000 TL. In Denizli’s thermal hotels, prices for a 4-night, 5-day stay start at 10,000 TL, reaching up to 28,000 TL. In Antalya, prices for a 4-night, 5-day stay for 2 adults and 1 child start at 4,000 TL, while 5-star hotels range from 20,000 to 50,000 TL for an average of 3 people. Luxury hotels may exceed 150,000 TL.

KKTC (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) is also a popular choice for families during this period. Prices for a 4-night, 5-day stay for 2 adults and 1 child range from around 6,000 TL to over 90,000 TL.