Gardenia Restaurant
A scenic restaurant inside Alanya Castle that overlooks the bay and Cleopatra Beach at sunset.
Located in the old town inside the walls of Alanya Castle. Its garden terrace overlooks the bay, Cleopatra Beach and the ancient walls. Travel guides recommend it as one of the most romantic places to watch the sunset. It serves Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, with a DJ playing light music. Reviews praise the view but find the food average and prices high for what you get, and many suggest coming just for a sunset drink. Lobster must be ordered a day ahead, and lamb a few hours ahead. Take the cable car up to the castle. In peak season, book ahead and arrive before sunset.
Opening hours
Lunch to 24:00
Nearby sights
- Alanya Castle
- Red Tower (Kızıl Kule)
- Alanya Tersane (Seljuk Shipyard)
- Damlataş Cave
- Alanya Archaeological Museum
- Alanya Harbour & Cave Boat Tour
- Alanya Cable Car
- Atatürk House Museum (Alanya)