There’s more to the Mediterranean than beautiful beaches! Stay in one of the biggest ski resorts in Turkey for an action-packed winter holiday. Our guide to the finest ski resorts in Turkey is ideal if you want to hit the powder.
Ekinata Grand Toprak
Inönü Mahallesi Hançerli Mevkii No 62, Sarikamis, Turkey.
Sarikamis Ski Resort boasts crystal snow, an unusual kind of snow rarely seen outside the Alps. Magnificent natural surroundings make this a popular choice for skiers from December to March. As well as access to the slopes, the Ekinata Grand Toprak has a relaxing spa with massages, a nightclub and an indoor pool. Rooms come with patios or private balconies.
Book Ekinata Grand Toprak on Destinia
Suite with balcony at the Soil Ekinat Grand Hotel
Sarikamis Habitat
Hançerli Mevkii 30, 36500 Sarikamis, Turkey.
A complimentary ski shuttle takes guests from this charming hotel to the slopes of Sarikamis, where you can try skiing or snowboarding. After a long day on the slopes, you can enjoy an indoor pool and sauna, as well as a spa offering massages, facials and body treatments. This family-friendly hotel also has a babysitting service.
Book Sarikamis Habitat on Destinia
Double room at the Sarikami Habitat Hotel
Sarikamis White Park
Inonu Mah. Bayraktepe Kayak Merkezi Hancerli Mevkii No: 32, Sarikamis, Turkey.
With ski-in/ski-out access, this hotel is a good choice for those wanting to explore the Sarikamis resort. The hotel is warm and cosy, boasting several relaxing activities to complement your skiing adventures. The hammam and sauna offer relaxation, while the games room will provide hours of fun. There’s also a charming on-site restaurant.
Book Sarikamis White Park on Destinia
Double room at the Sarikamis White Park Hotel
Kervansaray Uludag Ski Center
Oteller 1, Bölgesi Uludag, 16059 Uludag, Turkey.
There are 11 main tracks in Uludag Ski Resort. Here, winter sports enthusiasts can try their hand at alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross country or heli-skiing. This ski-in/ski-out hotel is one of the best for access. It offers ski storage, an arcade & games room and a hearty restaurant — ideal when you’ve been working up an appetite on the slopes!
Book Kervansaray Uludag Ski Center on Destinia
Lobby with fireplace at the Kervansaray Uludağ Ski Center
Karinna Hotel Uludag
Volfram Yolu Bursa, 16370 Uludag, Turkey.
The distinctive red walls of the Karinna Hotel welcome you to a skier’s paradise destination. In addition to private ski and snowboard tracks, the hotel has its own ski school and snowmobile services. There’s a kids’ club for the little ones, plus a disco, live music and a hammam for the grown-ups to enjoy. The terrace offers après ski parties and hearty communal barbecues.
Book Karinna Hotel Uludag on Destinia
Captain’s Lodge Bar at the Karinna Hotel Uludağ
Monte Baia Uludag All Inclusive
2.Oteller Bölgesi, Bursa, Turkey.
The warm, cosy rooms will keep the chill out as you stay near the slopes of Uludag. Convenient ski-in/ski-out access means spending as much of your precious time as possible on the powder. When not skiing, hit the dancefloor in the disco or take a soothing dip in the indoor pool. The sauna will warm you up when you get back after a day of skiing.
Book Monte Baia Uludag All Inclusive on Destinia
Spa and Wellness Center at the Monte Baia Uludağ Hotel
Agaoglu My Mountain
Ikinci Gelisim Bolgesi, Uludag, Turkey.
This family-friendly ski hotel in Uludag has a spa & wellness centre, tennis courts, indoor/outdoor pools and more. Live musical performances occur every Friday and Saturday night, and a kids’ club keeps youngsters happy. You can access the cable car from the hotel, which can take you straight to the slopes.
Book Agaoglu My Mountain on Destinia
Lounge overlooking Uludag Mountain at Agaoglu My Mountain Hotel
Dedeman Palandoken Resort
PK 115, Erzurum, Turkey.
At this ski-to-door hotel, you’ll be able to rent ski equipment and get your ski pass. Palandoken Resort is a paradise for the experienced skier, with some of the world’s longest and steepest slopes. Other fun winter sports are available in this resort, including snow tubes. Ready for a break from the slopes? Head to the spa for your choice of massages, a sauna and a Turkish bath.
Book Dedeman Palandoken Resort on Destinia
Restaurant-bar at Dedeman Palandoken Hotel
Hotel Palan
Palandoken, Erzurum, Turkey.
Aimed at the keen skier, this hotel has ski-in/ski-out access to the spectacular slopes of the Palandoken Resort. Alongside fun amenities, like a nightclub and indoor pool, ski storage is available. There’s a restaurant, two cafés and 24-hour room service, giving guests plenty of choice of when and what to eat. The modern rooms are comfortable and designed for warmth in winter.
Indoor swimming pool at the Palan Hotel
Polat Erzurum Resort
Circir Mah.ibrahim Polat Cadd.palandoken, Erzurum, Turkey.
Another good choice for those who dare to try the slopes at Palandoken, the Polat Erzurum Resort is a large complex with stylish modern rooms. 24-hour room service is available, and there’s an on-site gift shop where you can pick up a souvenir. The hotel offers a well-equipped health club with a sauna and indoor pool.
Book Polat Erzurum Resort on Destinia
Twin room at the Polat Palandöken Hotel
The Green Park Kartepe
Masukiye Belediyesi, Masukiye, Izmit, 54600 Kartepe, Turkey.
Kartepe Ski Resort is extremely beautiful, thanks to its views across Sapanca Lake. It’s also just one hour from Istanbul, so travellers who want to mix a ski trip with a city break can do so. The Green Park sits in a colourful, modernist building. It’s a family-friendly hotel with a ski school for beginners., offering an indoor pool and wellness centre. In warm weather, there are tennis courts and rental bikes available for guests.
Book The Green Park Kartepe on Destinia
The Green Park Kartepe Resort
Ferko Ilgaz Mountain Hotel & Resort
Ilgaz Mountain National Park, 37000 Kastamonu, Turkey.
The towering Ilgaz Mountain — at 9,350 feet (2,850 metres) — has two impressive tracks, with a ski season from December to April. This ski-in/ski-out hotel has a full-service spa with soothing massages to relax your aching muscles. It also offers a business centre and a choice of restaurants. There’s an indoor pool, and many rooms have beautiful mountain views. All-inclusive packages are available.
Book Ferko Ilgaz Mountain Hotel & Resort on Destinia
Room with mountain views at the Jura Ilgaz Mountain Resort Hotel
Dorukkaya Ski & Mountain Resort
Kartalkaya Mevkii, Bolu, Turkey.
Kartalkaya is a small ski resort with terrain suitable for all skiers. There are 14 tracks of varying difficulties, easily reached from this ski-in/ski-out hotel. This all-inclusive resort features several restaurants, an indoor pool and a sauna. Guests can enjoy relaxing treatments, like massages and facials, and when the weather’s cold, there’s nothing better than curling up in front of the roaring fireplace in the lobby.
Book Dorukkaya Ski & Mountain Resort on Destinia
Lounge of the Dorukkaya Ski & Mountain Resort
Kaya Palazzo Ski & Mountain Resort
Kartalkaya Mevkii Pk 51 Bolu, Kartalkaya, Turkey.
A popular choice for visitors to Kartalkaya, the Kaya Palazzo has an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a soothing spa. Massages, facials, and other treatments are available for guests. A ski-in/ski-out hotel, the Kaya Palazzo offers ski storage and has two on-site restaurants. Room service is available 24 hours a day.
Book Kaya Palazzo Ski & Mountain Resort on Destinia
Family chalet at the Kaya Palazzo Ski & Mountain Resort
Mirada Del Lago
Melik Gazi Iicesi Tekir Yaylasi Erciyes Dagi, 38400 Kayseri, Turkey.
Just 328 yards (300 metres) from the ski slopes of Mount Uzakliktadir, Mirada Del Lago is a stylish hotel with something for everyone. Want to relax? There’s a sauna and spa with massage facilities. Prefer something livelier? Dive into the indoor swimming pool, or strut your stuff at the on-site nightclub. Ski equipment can be rented at the hotel, which also offers lessons for newbies to the sport.
Book Mirada Del Lago on Destinia
Double room at the Mirada Del Lago Hotel
