What is the water and sand quality of the Payas beach II?

The beachline of Payas beach II is covered with light pebbles. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Payas beach II?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Payas beach II, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Payas beach II good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Payas beach II does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Payas beach II good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Payas beach II secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Payas beach II?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Payas beach II.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Antepli İbo'nun Yeri is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Payas beach II?

There are 2 places to stay in the Payas beach II area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Payas beach II include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1417464&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Bayazıt Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2019411&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Emin Otel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5258106&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Aykut Palace Otel</a></li></ul>

How far is the Payas beach II from parking?

The Payas beach II has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Payas beach II?

There are 1 attractions near Payas beach II that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Payas located in 2.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Payas beach II?

The month with the highest temperature in Payas beach II is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 19°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Photo of Payas beach II with spacious shore

Photo of Payas beach II with turquoise water surface

Payas beach II

Karşı, Turkey

4.9

#28 out of 43 in Hatay 1

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Light pebble Pebbles bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Payas • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Park Kaplan Plajı

1.4km

Park Atatürk Parkı

1.6km

Park Çocuk Parkı

1.7km

Park Payas sahil parkı

3km

National Park Payas Kavşağı

3.2km

Park Türkyurdu Parkı

3.2km

Park Ahmet Aras Parkı Karbeyaz

3.2km

Park Turunçgiller Parkı

7.8km

National Park Iskenderun Organize Sanayi Bolgesi

7.9km

Restaurant Antepli İbo'nun Yeri

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Coffee Shop Baykuş Cafe

8.2 - Very good 290m

Turkish Restaurant Görkem Restaurant

7.6 - Very good 470m

Cafe PAYAS GÜNBATIMI

8.6 - Excellent 500m

Restaurant Falez retoran

8.4 - Very good 540m

Pizza Restaurant Papizza

8.2 - Very good 600m

Cafe GAME HOUSE Playstation Salonu

1.3km

Restaurant Kebapçı Kürşat Ustanın Yeri

8.2 - Very good 1.3km

Restaurant Payas Kral Künefe 1

8.6 - Excellent 1.3km

Supermarket Bim

610m

Supermarket A101

620m

Supermarket Şok Market

630m

Supermarket A101

1km

Supermarket Bim

1.4km

Supermarket Şok

1.4km

Supermarket Şok

1.6km

Supermarket Bim

1.8km

Supermarket A101

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Payas

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Damlataş Mağarası

8.3km

Historical Landmark Payas Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Külliyesi

790m

Historical Landmark Sokollu Mehmet Pasha caravanserai

810m

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About

Payas beach II is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 28th place out of 43 beaches in the Hatay region 61.1 km away from its center, the city of Антакья. It is one of the beaches of Payas settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

4.4 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Payas • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Park Kaplan Plajı

1.4km

Park Atatürk Parkı

1.6km

Park Çocuk Parkı

1.7km

Park Payas sahil parkı

3km

National Park Payas Kavşağı

3.2km

Park Türkyurdu Parkı

3.2km

Park Ahmet Aras Parkı Karbeyaz

3.2km

Park Turunçgiller Parkı

7.8km

National Park Iskenderun Organize Sanayi Bolgesi

7.9km

Restaurant Antepli İbo'nun Yeri

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Coffee Shop Baykuş Cafe

8.2 - Very good 290m

Turkish Restaurant Görkem Restaurant

7.6 - Very good 470m

Cafe PAYAS GÜNBATIMI

8.6 - Excellent 500m

Restaurant Falez retoran

8.4 - Very good 540m

Pizza Restaurant Papizza

8.2 - Very good 600m

Cafe GAME HOUSE Playstation Salonu

1.3km

Restaurant Kebapçı Kürşat Ustanın Yeri

8.2 - Very good 1.3km

Restaurant Payas Kral Künefe 1

8.6 - Excellent 1.3km

Supermarket Bim

610m

Supermarket A101

620m

Supermarket Şok Market

630m

Supermarket A101

1km

Supermarket Bim

1.4km

Supermarket Şok

1.4km

Supermarket Şok

1.6km

Supermarket Bim

1.8km

Supermarket A101

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Payas

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Damlataş Mağarası

8.3km

Historical Landmark Payas Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Külliyesi

790m

Historical Landmark Sokollu Mehmet Pasha caravanserai

810m

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 5.6 (Pleasant)

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Nearest Beaches

560m 7 min walk

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Dortyol beach II

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4 Frustrating

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6.9 Good

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Burnaz beach

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Sariseki beach

5.9 Pleasant

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Yeniyurt beach

5.8 Pleasant

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Yelken beach

5.8 Pleasant

20.3km

Rhosus beach II

5.9 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Payas • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Antakya • 61.1km

Transport

Airport

UAB • 73.7km

Bus Station

Dörtyol Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali • 7.8km

Train Station

Km. 38+075 • 1.2km

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4.9 Tolerable

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4.9 Tolerable

Annie G

Novice Beachgoer • 4 weeks ago

8 Very good

This site holds significant value as a historical artifact and structure. Unfortunately, it has deteriorated greatly due to neglect and indifference. The local government and the monuments board must prioritize its preservation.

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cara star

Novice Beachgoer • 4 weeks ago

2 Very poor

The place is unfortunately used as a public toilet, making it impossible to enter due to the overwhelming smell. I wouldn't recommend going inside. However, the historical buildings are exceptionally well preserved. 😁😁

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Brooks

Novice Beachgoer • 4 weeks ago

10 Exceptional

The second military structure, located very close to the beach in Payas, is an observation tower built in 1577 to protect the harbour. This tower is understood to be the final piece in the effort to establish an Ottoman city in Payas. Essentially, considering its construction date, the tower represents the last major structure of the core settlement in Payas, following the pier, customs, shipyard, and social complex. Due to its proximity to the port, it also served as a customs gate. Built in 1577 between the castle and the harbour, this structure, formerly known as "Iskele Castle," is a two-storey police station tower with a 360-degree field of view. It is understood to be the final link in the effort to create an Ottoman city. In other words, considering its construction date, the tower is the last major structure of the core settlement in Payas, following the pier, customs, shipyard, and social complex. After the redoubts (fortifications built separately and reinforced with weapons) were constructed in the harbour, this tower was built at a vantage point overlooking the harbour to resist enemy ship attacks and bolster the defense of Payas Castle. In 975 A.H./1577 A.D., Babiali issued an instruction to Uzeyr Bey and his Kadi to build a tower in the style of the Maiden's Tower, located opposite the Palace Cape in Istanbul, at a suitable location in the port, and to equip it with four cannons and sufficient fortifications. Following this decree, the construction of the castle began. Evliya Çelebi, who visited Payas in the 17th century, described his observations as follows: “The pier tower is a round and solid tower, and the castle guards watch over it day and night. Because customs is here.” Cin Kule has been repaired and opened to tourism. There is a nice cafeteria inside where you can sit and chat about the comings and goings.