Keykubat BeachTurkey Beach Guide
Golden sand, Red Tower views, pure Turkish Mediterranean energy
About
Keykubat Plajı sits at the eastern edge of Alanya's harbour, where golden sand meets turquoise Mediterranean water beneath the dramatic silhouette of Alanya Castle. The Red Tower — Alanya's most iconic landmark — rises just 0.2 km away, framing every glance toward the harbour in terracotta and history. This is a lively, busy beach with a distinctly domestic character: Turkish families, local swimmers, and seafront promenaders rather than international resort visitors. A paved promenade runs the full length of the beach, making it one of the more accessible stretches of coastline in the region. The castle cliff backdrop and harbour proximity give it a sense of place that purely resort beaches simply don't have.
How to get there
Keykubat Plajı is right in Alanya city centre — a 15-minute walk, a 5-minute bus ride, or a 5-minute drive from the heart of town. Public transport runs frequently, making a car entirely optional. If you do drive, paid municipal parking is available along Keykubat Boulevard and nearby roads; a ticket valid for 8 hours across municipal lots costs 50 TRY, while parking on Atatürk road runs 100 TRY — payment is typically by bank card. There is no entry fee to the beach itself.
Who it's for
For couples
The Red Tower backdrop and harbour promenade make for a genuinely atmospheric evening walk after a day on the golden sand — the castle cliff lit at dusk is hard to beat for atmosphere without leaving the immediate area.
For families
Safe swimming conditions, easy access from the city centre, a flat paved promenade, and sunbed rentals in the concession zones make this a practical and enjoyable choice for families — just remember that swimming after sunset is prohibited.
Our take
Swimming after sunset is prohibited here due to strong coastal currents — that is a hard rule, not a guideline, and it should shape how you plan your day. With that understood, Keykubat Plajı offers something genuinely distinctive: golden sand and turquoise water with a Seljuk castle on the cliff above and the Red Tower just 0.2 km away. It's busy by nature — this is a domestic beach in the heart of a lively Turkish resort town, and it makes no apology for that. The harbour proximity and castle backdrop give it a sense of history that most beach destinations simply can't manufacture. Avoid July and August if you want space; June and early September are the sweet spot. Come for the setting, stay for the seafront promenade at dusk.
What to do
The Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) is a 0.2 km stroll from the sand and is the obvious first stop — its harbour-side position makes it as photogenic from the beach as it is up close. Alanya Castle (Alanya Kalesi), the great Seljuk hilltop fortress with panoramic Mediterranean views, is 0.8 km away and rewards the climb. The Alanya Shipyard (Tersane) sits just 0.3 km from the beach. For a broader perspective over the whole coastline, the Kale Teleferik cable car is 2.3 km away.
The frame of the Red Tower rising above the harbour with golden sand in the foreground is the defining shot of this beach — best captured in the early morning before the beach gets busy.
The castle cliff backdrop from the waterline, with turquoise water in the foreground, is a strong second angle. The paved promenade looking toward the harbour entrance also gives a clean, wide composition that captures the beach's unique urban-meets-Mediterranean character.
Where to eat
Three restaurants sit within 0.1 km of the beach: Why Not, Flamingo, and a fish-and-chips spot called Balık — all within easy reach for a post-swim meal. Şefin Yeri is 0.2 km away, and Sultan Sofrasi is 0.3 km, so you're never far from a proper sit-down lunch.
Where to stay
Demir Otel and Barhan Hotel are both 0.1 km from the beach — as close as it gets without sleeping on the sand. Alanya Beach Hotel, Eftalia Aytur, and Doris Aytur City are all within 0.3 km, giving you a solid range of options at a short walk from the water.
Photography
The classic shot is from the beach looking northeast toward the Red Tower with the harbour and castle cliff in the same frame — early morning light is cleanest before the beach fills. For a wider panorama that puts the golden sand and turquoise water in context with the castle above, the paved promenade along the beach length gives you a clear angle.
Good to know
No camping is permitted on or near the beach, and sunbeds in the concession zones are available for rent rather than free. Strong currents can occur along this coastline, and swimming after sunset is strictly prohibited — take that rule seriously, not as a suggestion. July and August bring the heaviest domestic tourist season; the beach fills to capacity, so aim for June or early September for a more relaxed visit. The paved promenade is a genuine asset if you have mobility considerations.
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Nearby places
Demir Otel
Barhan Hotel
Alanya Beach Hotel
Eftalia Aytur
Doris Aytur City
Red Tower (Kızıl Kule)
Alanya Castle (Alanya Kalesi)
Alanya Shipyard (Tersane)
Things to see around Alanya
Red Tower (Kızıl Kule)
Alanya Castle (Alanya Kalesi)
Seljuk hilltop fortress with panoramic Mediterranean views.
Alanya Shipyard (Tersane)
Frequently asked
The information on this page is provided for guidance only and may evolve. Access conditions, safety and infrastructure can change without notice. Always check official sources before traveling.
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- Photo 1 — Jola Sik · source · CC BY 3.0
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- Photo 3 — Wikimedia contributor · source · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Photo 4 — Miguel Discart & Kiri Karma (Photos Vrac) · source · CC BY-SA 2.0