Planning a summer family holiday in Antalya that combines ancient history, thrilling waterpark fun, and genuine five-star pampering? Aska Lara Resort & Spa delivers all three in one spectacular beachfront address on the Lara Coast. Rated 4.7 out of 5 across 18,500 verified reviews, this award-winning all-inclusive resort is purpose-built for families who refuse to compromise – offering dedicated butler service suites that give parents breathing space while children make memories that last a lifetime.
Positioned just 35 kilometres from the ancient Roman theatre at Aspendos, Aska Lara is the ideal base for families who want to blend a morning of Roman history with an afternoon of waterslide action. The resort's own on-site waterpark features slides, lazy rivers, and splash zones calibrated for every age group from toddlers to teenagers, meaning you never need to leave the grounds for aquatic adventure.
Book today on Madyen.com with a £20 deposit, receive instant confirmation, and take advantage of flexible payment options so you can secure your family suite now and spread the cost. Free cancellation applies to most room types, giving you the peace of mind every family holiday needs.
Family butler service suites at Aska Lara Resort & Spa are available to book on Madyen.com from just a £20 deposit, with the full balance payable via flexible instalments before your travel date. Summer peak-season availability – particularly July and August school holiday weeks – fills quickly given the resort's consistently high ratings and reputation as Antalya's leading family waterpark destination. Booking early locks in the best available rate, and Madyen.com members can save up to 15% compared to standard published prices. All-inclusive packages covering waterpark access, dining, and drinks are typically available as part of the suite rate, delivering exceptional value for families travelling with children of multiple ages. Check current live pricing and availability on Madyen.com for your specific travel dates, as promotional rates and last-minute deals are updated regularly.
Standard Room
194 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin BedsMore detailsStandard Single Room
194 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 1 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin BedsMore detailsStandard Room (2 Adults and 2 Children)
194 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa BedMore detailsStandard Triple Room
194 sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 3 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa BedMore detailsNear Aksu Belediyesi Halk Plajı
With a stay at Aska Lara Resort & Spa in Antalya (Lara), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lara Beach and Terra City Shopping Center. This all-inclusive resort is 14.9 mi (24.1 km) from Konyaalti Beach Park and 14.9 mi (24 km) from Konyaalti Beach.
Make yourself at home in one of the 545 guestrooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. After dipping into one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional features at this Art Deco resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the complimentary beach shuttle.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Antalya? This resort has 13283 square feet (1234 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
German, English, Russian, Turkish
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Free parking nearby
Free self parking
Free water park access
Parking (limited spaces)
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Most popular facilities
24/7 front desk
On Private Beach
Pool
Spa
Business services
Laundry
Gym
Free wifi
Parking
Bar
With 18,500 verified guest reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, Aska Lara Resort & Spa stands among the most consistently praised family resorts on the entire Turkish Riviera. Families repeatedly highlight the butler service as a genuine game-changer, noting that having a dedicated attendant to handle room requests, restaurant reservations, and excursion logistics transforms a busy family holiday into something that feels genuinely luxurious. The waterpark receives particular praise from parents of mixed-age children, with reviewers noting that the variety of slides and the separate toddler zones mean every child is engaged simultaneously. Families returning from Aspendos day trips consistently mention how straightforward the journey is from the resort, with many recommending the evening performance schedule for older children. The children's club staff are frequently singled out by name in reviews for their warmth and creativity. Cleanliness scores are among the highest in the Lara Beach resort corridor, and the all-inclusive food quality – especially the children's dining options – earns strong praise from even the most discerning family reviewers. Multiple guests describe Aska Lara as the only resort they will return to in Antalya, a testament to how effectively the property delivers on its family-first promise.
Aska Lara Resort & Spa sits on the Lara Beach coastline, approximately 13 kilometres east of Antalya city centre and 14 kilometres from Antalya International Airport – making it one of the most conveniently located five-star resorts on the Turkish Riviera for arriving families with tired children and heavy luggage. The resort's beachfront position on the Lara Coast places it directly on the finest stretch of the Eastern Antalya shoreline, with clear, calm Mediterranean water ideal for children.
For families with a cultural agenda, the resort's location is particularly strategic. Aspendos Roman Theatre – one of the best-preserved ancient amphitheatres in the world, dating to the 2nd century AD and seating 15,000 spectators – is located approximately 35 kilometres northeast of the resort, a straightforward drive through the Antalya plain that typically takes under 45 minutes. The Aspendos International Opera and Ballet Festival, held in the theatre each summer, is an unforgettable evening experience for families with older children. The ancient city of Perge is even closer at around 17 kilometres, while Antalya Old Town (Kaleici) is a 20-minute drive for families wanting to explore Roman harbour walls, Ottoman architecture, and local bazaars.
By Air: Antalya International Airport (AYT) is the primary gateway, located approximately 14 kilometres from the resort – one of the shortest airport-to-resort transfers of any five-star property in the region. Families with young children will appreciate the brevity of this journey. Numerous direct flights operate from UK airports including London Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham, and Bristol throughout the summer season, with flight times of approximately 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours from the UK.
Airport Transfer: Pre-booked private transfers from Antalya Airport to Aska Lara take approximately 20 to 25 minutes depending on traffic. This is strongly recommended for families with children, car seats, and significant luggage. Shared shuttle services are also available at lower cost. Your Madyen.com booking confirmation can be used to arrange transfers directly with the resort or through Madyen.com's partner transfer services.
To Aspendos Theatre: The resort's concierge and butler service can arrange private family taxis or minibus transfers to Aspendos, which is the most comfortable option for families. The journey takes approximately 40 to 50 minutes. Organised day trips and evening excursion coaches also depart from the Lara Beach resort strip regularly during summer. Hiring a car from Antalya Airport provides full flexibility for families wishing to combine Aspendos with nearby sites such as Perge, the Köprülü Canyon, or Side in a single day.
Local Transport: Dolmus (shared minibus) services connect Lara Beach with Antalya city centre for budget-conscious families wanting to explore independently. Taxis are plentiful and metered throughout the resort area.
Aspendos Roman Theatre (35 km): The headline cultural attraction for families staying at Aska Lara. Built under Emperor Marcus Aurelius in 155 AD, this extraordinarily well-preserved theatre still hosts live performances during the summer Aspendos International Opera and Ballet Festival. Even outside festival season, walking the stage where Roman audiences once gathered is a genuinely awe-inspiring experience for children studying ancient history. The adjacent Aspendos aqueduct, one of the longest surviving Roman aqueducts in the world, adds further spectacle to the visit.
Perge Ancient City (17 km): A more accessible half-day archaeology trip, Perge features colonnaded streets, Roman baths, a stadium, and a theatre – all walkable in two to three hours. Ideal for families who want a cultural morning before returning for afternoon waterpark time.
Antalya Aquarium (20 km): One of the largest aquarium complexes in Europe, featuring a 131-metre underwater tunnel, a snow world, and a 5D cinema – an excellent rainy-day or rest-day option for families with young children.
Konyaalti Beach and Antalya Old Town (20 km): The historic Kaleici quarter offers Roman harbour walls, a Hadrian's Gate, and narrow Ottoman lanes packed with restaurants and craft shops. Combine with a walk along Konyaalti Beach for a full family day out.
Köprülü Canyon National Park (60 km): For adventurous families with older children, white-water rafting on the Köprülü Canyon is one of Turkey's most popular family outdoor experiences, with operators offering age-appropriate grade-2 and grade-3 rapids.
Side Ancient City and Beaches (65 km): The peninsular ancient city of Side, with its Temple of Apollo overlooking the sea, is a visually dramatic half-day trip that combines archaeology with excellent beach access.
The peak family season at Aska Lara runs from late June through to early September, aligning perfectly with UK and European school summer holidays. During this period, Antalya delivers near-guaranteed sunshine with average daily temperatures between 30°C and 36°C, sea temperatures reaching a bath-warm 27°C to 28°C, and virtually zero rainfall. These conditions make the resort's waterpark, beach, and pool facilities operate at their most spectacular.
July and August are the most popular months for families, offering the longest daylight hours (sunset after 8pm), the warmest sea temperatures, and the full summer programme of kids' club activities, evening entertainment, and beach events. This is also when the Aspendos International Opera and Ballet Festival typically runs, making evening excursions to the ancient theatre a realistic and magical option for families with children aged eight and above.
Late June and early September offer a compelling alternative for families with flexible school arrangements – slightly lower temperatures (still a very comfortable 28°C to 32°C), reduced crowds at Aspendos and resort facilities, and meaningfully lower room rates. The sea remains warm and the waterpark operates at full capacity. September in particular is considered by many experienced Antalya visitors to be the sweet spot: school-holiday families have largely departed, yet conditions remain superb.
Book summer dates on Madyen.com as early as possible. Butler service suites at Aska Lara – particularly those with sea views and interconnecting layouts for larger families – are among the first room categories to sell out for July and August school holiday weeks.
If your family is searching for a summer Antalya holiday that genuinely delivers on every front – cultural depth at Aspendos, waterpark excitement on-site, luxurious butler service in spacious family suites, and a beachfront setting on the Lara Coast – then Aska Lara Resort & Spa is not simply a good choice, it is the definitive choice. This is a resort that has been refined over years of hosting families with precisely these priorities, and the 4.7 rating across 18,500 reviews is the proof of that refinement.
The butler service suite category is what elevates Aska Lara above the many competent all-inclusive resorts on the Lara Beach strip. Having a personal attendant who understands your family's rhythm – who can arrange the Aspendos evening transfer while you are on the waterslides, who can ensure the children's dinner is ready when you return from the beach, who removes the logistical friction that exhausts parents on busy family holidays – is a genuine luxury that translates directly into a more relaxed, more enjoyable trip for everyone.
The proximity to Aspendos is a bonus that families with children of secondary school age should not underestimate. Watching a live performance in a 2,000-year-old Roman theatre on a warm Antalya summer evening is the kind of experience that children remember for decades. The fact that you can be back at the resort's swim-up bar within an hour makes it entirely compatible with a waterpark-focused holiday rather than a compromise of it.
Book your family butler service suite at Aska Lara Resort & Spa on Madyen.com today with just a £20 deposit. Instant confirmation, flexible payment, and free cancellation on most bookings mean there is every reason to secure your summer dates now and no reason to wait.
Wonderful · 450 reviews
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Location
6.4/10
Recommendation
77.3%
Closest airports
The nearest major airport is Antalya Intl. Airport (AYT)
17.4 km / 10.8 mi
Beaches nearby
Lara Beach
5.6 km / 3.5 mi
What's nearby
Aksu Belediyesi Halk Plajı
0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Antalium Premium Mall
1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Gaga
8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Red and White
8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Sandland
8.6 km / 5.4 mi
Ucretli plaj
9.4 km / 5.8 mi
Lara Anatolia Private Hospital
9.7 km / 6 mi
National Golf Club
10.2 km / 6.3 mi
Antalya Golf Club
10.8 km / 6.7 mi
Düden Park
11.3 km / 7 mi
Lower Düden Falls
11.3 km / 7 mi
Millennium Golf
11.3 km / 7.1 mi
Belka Golf Club
12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Garden of Tolerance
12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Most Popular Amenities
24/7 front desk
On Private Beach
Pool
Spa
Business services
Laundry
Gym
Free wifi
Parking
Bar
Restaurants
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Room service
Top family-friendly amenities
Pool
Extra beds/cribs
Parking and transportation
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Free parking nearby
Free self parking
Parking (limited spaces)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in common areas
4 bars/lounges
A beach bar
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
3 poolside bars
5 restaurants
Snack bar/deli
Bathroom grab bars
Minibar
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Restaurants on site
Beach sun loungers
Number of bars/lounges - 4
Pool sun loungers
Activities nearby
Free parking nearby
Free self parking
Free water park access
Parking (limited spaces)
Things to do
Basketball on site
Beach volleyball on site
Children's pool
Fitness classes on site
Fitness facilities
Number of outdoor pools - 5
Television
Family friendly
Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Free cribs/infant beds
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe-deposit box at front desk
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tours/ticket assistance
Daily housekeeping
Families love it for
Children's pool
Free cribs/infant beds
Business services
24-hour business center
Business center
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 13283
Conference space size (meters) - 1234
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Beach volleyball on site
Billiards or pool table
Children's pool
Direct access to private beach
Free beach shuttle
Number of beach bars - 1
Number of indoor pools - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 5
Number of poolside bars - 3
Pool sun loungers
Pool umbrellas
Private beach nearby
Terrace
Full-service spa
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 13283
Conference space size (meters) - 1234
Full-service spa
Parking (limited spaces)
Sauna
Spa services on site
Spa treatment room(s)
Steam room
Laptop-friendly workspace
Languages spoken
German
English
Russian
Turkish
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Direct access to private beach
Elevator
Free water park access
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Access via exterior corridors
Telephone accessibility kit
Wheelchair accessible
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
General Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
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