The Voyage Belek Golf & Spa has a fantastic coastal location in the beautiful destination town of Belek, Turkey. The town itself developed into one of the main tourism attractions in Turkey, in October it played host to the Turkish Airlines World Golf Final. The competition saw the likes of McIlroy, Woods, Westwood, Rose, Simpson, Mahan and Schwartzel compete in a match play competition which saw an astronomical prize fund of $5.2 million making it the biggest golf tournament to take place in Turkey and put Belek firmly on the map as a golfing destination.
In 2008, the Belek region was given the “Best European Golf Destination Award” by IAGTO (International Association of Golf Tour Operators).
Rooms at the hotel are split between three main buildings and bungalows, each offering magnificent views of the Mediterranean Sea or colourful views of the lush foliage that surrounds the hotel. Accommodation at Voyage Belek comes in the form of contemporary style with spacious layouts, each furnished to a very high standard and includes flat-screen TVs, balconies and direct dial telephones as standard. The deluxe rooms and suites on the other hand each come with their own Jacuzzi, large sun terrace with hardwood flooring and a home theatre/music system which is ideal if you want to spend the night in for a change.
Voyage Belek Golf & Spa has a fantastic range of restaurants, with nine different a la carte eateries you will be definitely spoilt for choice. The Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant serves the very best of Japanese cuisine and offers you the opportunity to have the food cooked at your table while you watch; the theatre of the restaurant creates a special and memorable evening for all who dine. There is of course a traditional Turkish restaurant, just as you would expect at a top quality hotel in the country, aptly named Kebabistan where you will be able to sample regional kebabs and delicious appetizers as well as try the traditional breakfast all served in an authentic atmosphere all pertaining to a Turkish palate. Not only is there a vast array of dining options for guests but there is also a bar count which reaches the double figures! Each individual in style, you will be able to sip on a range of different thirst quenching drinks from the Vitamin Bar, which serves all kinds of herbal and fruit based teas and juices making the ideal place to relax after a massage, to the Beer House, where you be able to enjoy traditional beer and peanuts in a unique and friendly atmosphere.
Red and black colours are used in China Garden to give the exotic atmosphere of the Far East, which is also enlivened by special Asian decorative objects.
One of the greatest assets that Voyage Belek is able to boast is the 300 metre coastline where you will not only find a pristine beach but also five different swimming pools, two jetties, pavilions and over 1600 stylish sunbeds! And if that isn’t enough to keep you occupied during your stay, there is also the Lipsos Wellness & Spa Centre which aims to relax your mind and your body simultaneously. With traditional Turkish bath programmes, massage treatments and wellness & cosmetic procedures available you will be sure to find something to help you relax and unwind. For the more active among us there are various other activities which are facilitated for at Voyage Belek, including various water sports, fitness centre, mini golf, beach volleyball, tennis, football, badminton and boccia.
Due its location in midst of pine trees, Voyage Belek Golf & Spa is also a home to the squirrels in the area. While walking in the gardens of the hotel, you always get a chance to watch and photograph these adorable creatures.
Now on to the information you’ve been waiting for…golf! Turkey has in recent years well and truly placed itself on the map for golfers across the world. Turkey, as mentioned earlier, is quickly becoming THE go to destination for golfers of all abilities. Here is just a small selection of golf courses available to play whilst staying at the Voyage Belek:
The Montgomerie Maxx Royal– Colin Montgomerie unveiled this championship course in 2007, and since its opening it has been a massive hit with all golfers holidaying in the Belek area. The design is spread throughout mature pines that characterize the region of Belek, and the sandy sub-soil is perfect for golf.
Carya Golf Club – Consturcted by Thomson, Perrett & Lobb, the design firm of Peter Thomson (five-time Open Championship winner). It spans a one-of-a-kind sand ridge and is carved through woodland which is indigenous to the area. Its par-72 design is a magnificent exploit of modern golf course architecture, and from the back pegs measure a colossal 7,186 yards. However having five sets of tees throughout makes the course manageable for all levels of golfer.
National Golf Club – This course was Belek’s first internationally recognised course, having been opened in 1994, and its success sparked the massive developments that followed to turn Belek into one of Europe’s top golfing destinations. The David Feherty design measures a total of 6,907 yards and winds its way through clusters of pine and eucalyptus, with the common hazard of water effecting ones play on many an occasion. The National has more of a member’s club atmosphere than many resort courses, and as such is extremely popular.
Colin Montgomerie’s golf courses are well known for their quality and the Maxx Royal is no exception to this rule.
For information on Golf Holidays in Turkey please visit www.yourgolftravel.com or call free on 0800 043 6644.
Can’t recommend this hotel enough, it was excellent and the staff very friendly.