Beaches in Kyrenia and the Surrounding Area

The coastline of Kyrenia is considered one of the most diverse in Northern Cyprus. There are modern beach clubs with pools and restaurants, small municipal beaches, cozy bays, as well as hotel beaches that can be visited for a full day without staying overnight. Some places are suitable for families with children thanks to their gently sloping entry into the sea, others are ideal for a peaceful day by the water, while some are known for their music, parties, and well-developed infrastructure. In this overview, we have collected the most popular beaches in Kyrenia and the surrounding area, described their features, approximate entrance fees, and the type of holiday experience they offer.

A beach club is a type of leisure venue that combines an equipped beach, sun loungers, a swimming pool, a restaurant, a bar, and additional infrastructure. In most cases, the entrance fee already includes the use of a lounger and umbrella, while some clubs also offer guests access to a pool, evening events, and live music.

Riva Beach Club

Riva Beach Club/Cafe/Restobar opened in Lapta on July 10. Guests have access to modern beach facilities, a restaurant, and a bar, as well as private cabanas, which are provided with a food and beverage deposit.

Entrance fee: 700 TL .
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Ülfet Beach Club

Ülfet Beach Club is popular among those who prefer to spend the whole day by the sea. The venue has a restaurant, a bar, an equipped beach, and relaxation areas with comfortable sun loungers. Musical events are often held here in the evenings.

Entrance fee: 750 TL on weekdays and 1,000 TL on weekends.
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Shayna Beach Club

Shayna Beach Club offers guests an equipped beach area, a swimming pool, and a restaurant. Thanks to its calm atmosphere, it is often chosen by families and couples who prefer a comfortable seaside getaway. Sun lounger rental: 200 TL (children from 6 to 12 years old) – 400 TL (over 12 years old).
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Hotel Beaches

Many hotels in Kyrenia open access to their beaches not only to guests staying at the hotel but also to visitors coming for one day. Usually, guests can use sun loungers, the pool, the restaurant, and other facilities.

Kaya Palazzo offers day use from 1,500 TL on weekdays and 1,700 TL on weekends. A 50% discount is available for children. The complex is known for its modern beach facilities, large pools, high-quality service, and premium seaside atmosphere. The fee includes access to the beach and pool, a sun lounger, shower, and toilet.
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Lord’s Palace offers day use from 850 TL on weekdays and 1,100 TL on weekends; a 50% discount is available for children. The fee includes access to the beach and pools, while drinks and meals are paid for separately. The hotel is popular thanks to its beautiful beach area and modern atmosphere.

Numerous restaurants and bars, as well as a magnificent two-level swimming pool, are located under one roof. They include the seafood restaurant Khephal New Generation Fish, Kömür Steak & Ocakbaşı, which offers the finest examples of Turkish cuisine, the Odyssey club with events that shape Cyprus nightlife, the Mystique Shisha Lounge, the Aurora bar located on the pier in summer, and EsQuire Beach, which offers beach and water sports.
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Cratos Premium is one of the best-known resort complexes in Kyrenia. Day use starts from 1,000 TL on weekdays and 1,250 TL on weekends. Access is provided either to the pool or to the beach; otherwise, the price may almost double. Meals are not included.
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Chamada Prestige Beach Club is considered one of the most premium beach club complexes in Northern Cyprus. Several leisure formats are available here, from standard day use to private cabanas over the water. The prices are shown with a 10% online booking discount on the hotel’s website.

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General conditions for visiting Chamada Prestige Beach Club:

• entry to the beach club is available only to guests aged 18 and over;
• visitors under 18 are admitted only with their parents;
• men may visit the complex only when accompanied by women;
• the beach club’s internal rules must be observed;
• refunds for cabana packages are not available;
• the date can be changed only if places are available.

Merit Park — Giamare Beach Club is considered one of the most premium beach club complexes in Northern Cyprus. Day use costs 200–250 € and includes all-inclusive service, bars, a beach club, lounge areas, and access to shared spa facilities. Children usually receive a discount of around 50%.
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Elexus is one of the region’s largest resort complexes, with day use costing 150 € for adults and 100 € for children. The fee includes the beach, pools, meals, and access to the complex’s facilities, while the spa area is usually charged separately.
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Acapulco Resort remains one of the most popular family complexes in Northern Cyprus. Day use starts from 1,000 TL for an adult and 500 TL for a child. The fee includes access to the pools, beach, and water park.
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LES AMBASSADEURS HOTEL is one of the region’s most premium day use options. Prices start at approximately 1,250 TL and reach around 1,500 TL on weekends. The fee includes access to the sea and the complex’s pools.
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Riviera Beach

Riviera Beach is located at the eponymous family hotel, surrounded by a green garden covering approximately 33,000 m². The hotel has its own sandy and pebbly beach, approximately 350 meters long, as well as a pool and a restaurant. Thanks to the spacious grounds, the beach usually does not feel overcrowded even in summer.

Entrance fee: sea + pool — 400 TL, beach only — 300 TL.
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Denizkizi Pool

Denizkizi Pool is located at the eponymous hotel and offers guests an equipped beach, a swimming pool, and a restaurant. Thanks to its convenient entry into the sea, this place is often chosen by families with children.

Entrance fee: 400 TL.
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Diana Beach

Diana Beach is an equipped sandy beach with a gently sloping entry into the sea. There are sun loungers, umbrellas, and a café on the premises, making it comfortable to spend the whole day here. The beach is especially popular among families with children.

Entrance fee: 350 TL.
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Municipal and Public Beaches

If you prefer a peaceful getaway without a club atmosphere and loud music, it is worth considering Kyrenia’s municipal beaches. Most of them are equipped with showers, toilets, changing cabins, and sun loungers, which can be rented for an additional fee.

Kervansaray Beach

Kervansaray Beach is one of Kyrenia’s best-known municipal beaches. Thanks to its gently sloping entry into the sea, it is often chosen by families with children. There are sun loungers, umbrellas, showers, toilets, and a small café.

Sun lounger rental: 70 TL.
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Karaoğlanoğlu Halk Plajı

Karaoğlanoğlu municipal beach offers everything necessary for a comfortable getaway. There are free showers and toilets on the premises, while sun loungers can be rented separately. Thanks to its convenient entry into the water, the beach is suitable for families with children.

Sun lounger rental: 100 TL.
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Barış Plajı

Barış Plajı is a small public beach with a peaceful atmosphere. There are not many visitors here even in summer, so it is often chosen by local residents. The beach has basic facilities.
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Useful tip. If you are planning to visit several beaches during one holiday, renting a car will make it much easier to get around the coast. You can compare offers from local car rental companies through Localrent.