Best Golf Courses in Turkey

Emerging as one of Europe’s best holiday hotspots, Turkey is home to a number of incredible golf courses most of which have been sympathetically merged with the magnificent natural landscape by the some of the games greatest designers and players. England’s most famous golfing son, Sir Nick Faldo and 2010 Ryder Cup Winning Captain, Colin Montgomerie have utilised their expertise and created two stunning resort courses in the heart of Belek.

Despite not boasting the quantity of courses of the Costa del Sol, the beautiful region of Belek is the epicentre for some truly quality golf courses. Home to more than one European Tour course, for those looking to experience championship golf in a glorious country then a golf trip to Turkey is for you.

Read on to discover the courses our experts have played and consider the best in Turkey or check out some of the best golf holiday deals in Turkey >>

Situated in the heart of Turkey’s tourism hotspot lies one of Europe’s top ranked golf courses. Carya Golf Course winds its way through the indigenous trees of the region and is one of the only courses in the area to feature heather.

Created by Thomson, Perrett & Lobb, the design firm of five-time Open Championship winner Peter Thompson it is no wonder it is one of the most desirable courses to play in Belek. With year round sun and perfectly manicured fairways make Turkey your next golfing destination.

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"You get 5 standards and service from bag drop to transfer home. Home to the European Tours "Race to Dubai" series Carya has the pedigree of a true championship course."*
Dan (European Team: Handicap 3)

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When it comes to Links golf it is hard for any UK player to look beyond the array of courses on their front doorstep. However, Lykia Links in Turkey allows golfers to experience the beauty of British links golf with a warm Mediterranean breeze.

Designer Perry Dye has combined masterful design with the natural landscape to create one of Beleks leading golf courses and is a must play on any tour of Turkey.

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"The stretch from 13 to 17 is the most enchanting at Lykia, caved through the dunes along the coastline – be sure to avoid the treacherous pot bunkers."
Simon (European Team: Handicap 7)

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Ranked inside Europe's top 100, players are taken on golfing journey through the tree lined fairways and water hazards for more than 7,000 yards which as a result creates a truly amazing golfing spectacle.

The course design incorporates the beloved rugged nature of a links course with the pristine fairways on a result style layout to make one of the jewels in Belek’s golfing crown and with a number of tees it caters for golfers of all abilities.

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"The Pines course is truly beautiful, studded with huge water hazards and expanses of sand, it is a stern test of championship golf."
Max (European Team: Handicap 10)

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The Old Course at the Gloria Resort is yet another of Turkey’s top 100 European courses. Golfers who choose to play this stunning resort style course are treated to 6,759 yards of perfectly manicured fairways that skirt 7 lakes.

Its shimmering water requires pin point accuracy from all players and its multiple tee boxes tests all facets of a golfers game.

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"Fantastic water hazards and perfectly manicured putting surfaces are among the array of attractive features that make Gloria's Old Course one of the most celebrated and desirable courses in Turkey."
Max (European Team: Handicap 10)

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This stunning 18-hole parkland course is designed by the famous architect Dave Thomas. The Nobilis Golf Course was one of the first golf courses in Belek, opening in 1998.

Since then, it is one of the fantastic golf courses in Belek. For a memorable round of golf in a peaceful coastal location, the Nobilis Golf Course is a unique option.

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"The 10th is the signature hole at Nobilis, where both the drive and approach shot must have pinpoint accuracy to negotiate the bunkers, streams and lakes that threaten."
Ian (European Team: Handicap 1)

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Designed by one of England's most celebrated golfers, Sir Nick Faldo has produced yet another gem of a course. For those who truly love their golf then there is arguably no better place to play in Belek.

The 27 hole complex boasts an 18 hole spectacle that measures a mere 7,000 yards from the tips where golfers can experience a true examination of their skills.

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"Faldo's creation is a serious test, especially when tackled from the championship tees. Carved through a stunning pine forest, with a dramatic ridge of dunes running through the middle it ticks all the boxes."
Simon (European Team: Handicap 14)

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In the heart of Turkey’s golfing haven is perhaps one of Belek’s most challenging courses. Winding its way through the pines, players must navigate bunkers and water hazards in order to score well round this tough track.

On top of an impeccable golf course, players are also treated to spectacular mountain views which have become a hallmark of Antalya Golf Club.

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"The playing surface is superb and set within a stunning landscape, PGA Sultan has been created for the discerning golfer delivering a stern test of golfing ability."
Ian (European Team: Handicap 1)

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Colin Montgomerie, an 8-time European Tour Order of Merit Champion, was the mastermind behind the design of this championship golf course, which was introduced to the public in 2007.

With a length of more than 7,000 yards from the championship tees, the course poses a significant challenge even for the most skilled players worldwide. However, it offers three additional sets of tees, allowing golfers to play from as little as 5,382 yards. This versatility makes it suitable for players of all levels and a valuable inclusion in any Belek Golf Holiday package.

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"The newest addition to the golfing landscape in Belek sits on the type of sandy sub-soil that is ideal for year round golf and features no less than 8 lakes."
Max (European Team: Handicap 10)

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Home to a two stunning courses designed by the world famous Hawtree Association (updates from European Golf Design) it is no surprise that Cullinan is seen as one of Belek's leading golf destinations.

The course itself treats players to magnificent views of the dramatic Taurus Mountain range and the stunning Mediterranean Sea. The second nine skirts its way along the seafront providing players with a UK links feel, except in Turkey it is a warm wind.

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"Each course is of a similar quality, but differs in character, with the best one arguably being the second, which runs alongside the Mediterranean coastline."
Ian (European Team: Handicap 1)

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Whilst being the lesser known of Antalya Golf Club's two course, the Pasha Course does not disappoint. Designed in a way which is more friendly for the average golfer, guests are still treated to same magnificent views as the PGA Sultan Course giving players of all abilities the best of both worlds.

The contrast in courses at Antalya make it one of Belek’s most desirable destinations for groups traveling to the region and should definitely be a stop on your next golfing getaway.

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"Tricky dog-legs, sloping greens and strategically positioned bunkers make the Pasha more of a ‘thinking man’s’ course"
Ian (European Team: Handicap 1)

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