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Selale Restaurant
★4.0(4,668 reviews)$$Nature
🕑 2.5 to 4 hours (including meal and time for kids to play in the natural pools and explore)👶 Best for ages 3 and up. Young children love wading in the shallow natural pools and exploring the streams, while older kids and teens enjoy the hiking trails and scenic photo opportunities around the mountain springs.🧡 Saved by 70+ families
About
Selale Restaurant offers families a unique dining experience surrounded by crystal-clear mountain springs and natural pools where kids can splash and explore before or after their meal. Set in a picturesque forest setting near Kemer, this rustic restaurant combines delicious Turkish cuisine with opportunities for nature exploration, making it much more than just a meal out.
Highlights
- ✓Natural mountain spring pools where kids can wade and play safely in shallow, crystal-clear water
- ✓Fresh trout and seafood served in a scenic outdoor setting surrounded by nature
- ✓Scenic hiking trails suitable for families along the mountain streams
- ✓Authentic Turkish atmosphere with rustic wooden platforms and tables over flowing water
- ✓Cooler mountain temperatures offering relief from coastal heat during summer months
Pro Tips
- 1.Bring swim clothes, water shoes, and towels for the kids so they can play in the natural pools and streams around the restaurant area.
- 2.Arrive earlier in the day (8:00-10:00 AM) or late afternoon to avoid the lunch rush crowds and secure the best tables near the water features.
- 3.The trout is a specialty here, caught fresh from the mountain streams. Kids often enjoy watching the fish in the pools before choosing their meal.
- 4.English menus are usually available, but learn a few basic Turkish phrases or use a translation app as English proficiency varies among staff.
- 5.Bring cash in Turkish Lira as card payment may not always be reliable in this mountain location, and ATMs are back in Kemer town center.
Best Time to Visit
Visit on weekday mornings (8:00-11:00 AM) during spring or early fall for the most pleasant weather and fewer crowds. The natural pools are most refreshing in summer but can be chilly in early spring.
What to Know
This is a moderately priced restaurant with the added bonus of natural attractions. The terrain is uneven with rocks and streams, so supervise young children carefully and wear appropriate footwear for exploring the area.
Seasonal Notes
Best visited April through October when weather is warm enough for water play. Summer months (June to August) are most popular but can be crowded on weekends. The area remains open year-round but water activities are less appealing in cooler winter months.
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