Family holiday in Mersin: a guide for families with children

With its warm sea, long summer season and natural beauty, Mersin is one of the most enjoyable Mediterranean destinations for families with children. In this guide you will find practical tips, from choosing the right hotel and room for your family to days out with children.

Choose the right room

For larger families, spacious and separate sleeping areas make all the difference to a comfortable holiday. At Ulu Resort Hotel, the Family Terrace Room and the Junior Suite accommodate up to 4 adults, while the two-storey Duplex Room and the Executive Suite accommodate up to 5 adults. All rooms have a balcony and air conditioning.

What does the hotel offer children?

• Mini club for ages 4–12, run by entertainers
• Children's pool and aquapark with water slides
• Children's buffet
• Outdoor playground
• Mini disco and special film screenings for children in the evenings

Places to visit with children

Gilindire (Aynalıgöl) Cave, about 5 minutes from the hotel, captivates children with its stalactites, stalagmites and underground lake. The shallow, clear sea at Kızkalesi is ideal for swimming with young children, while the Cennet Sinkhole, which you descend by steps, makes an exciting adventure for older children.

Holiday tips for families

• June and September are ideal for families with children, when the sea is warm and the weather milder.
• Stay out of the midday sun and plan pool and beach time for the morning and late afternoon.
• Contact the reservations team in advance about airport transfers and room preferences.