Marriott International Picks Türkiye as Destination for First Luxury, All-Incluxive Resort in EMEA Region

Marriott International has signed an agreement with Özak GYO to introduce its first luxury, all-inclusive resort in the Europe, Middle East & Africa region. 

Situated in Kemer within the Antalya region of Türkiye, The Ritz-Carlton, Kemer, All- Inclusive is set to deliver legendary service and an elegant aesthetic, along with an immersive resort experience in one of Türkiye’s most coveted coastal destinations.  

Neal Jones, President, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International commented: “The signing of The Ritz-Carlton, Kemer, All-Inclusive reflects our continued focus on expanding Marriott’s luxury portfolio in sought-after leisure destinations across Europe, Middle East & Africa. The project speaks to the evolution of the luxury resort segment, where guests increasingly seek the exceptional service, refined design and personalised experiences synonymous with The Ritz-Carlton, delivered within a fully immersive all-inclusive resort setting.”

Ahmet Akbalık, Chairman of the Board of Özak GYO added: “At Özak, we regard tourism as one of the strategic pillars of our long-term growth vision. We are combining the experience we have gained throughout our tourism journey, which began with our first luxury resort in 2004 and has seen us pioneer a number of firsts, with Özak GYO’s project development capabilities, the momentum it has built in residential projects, and the strong position it has established in the sector through its high-quality standards, together with Ela Hospitality’s expertise.  We shape our projects around the expectations and needs of our guests.

"With The Ritz-Carlton, Kemer we are building on this experience to enter a new segment of luxury hospitality, creating a distinctive resort concept and holiday experience that are fully aligned with the project’s unique location. With our innovative approach to tourism, we aim to meet the expectations of international guests who may not previously have visited Kemer as a destination and who seek the highest levels of service and personalized experiences in luxury hospitality. In doing so, we aim to attract new visitor segments to Kemer while enhancing Türkiye’s competitiveness in luxury tourism.

"This project represents an important part of Özak’s long-term growth strategy. In the period ahead, we also plan to share with the public the new tourism projects we will be bringing to life in line with this new vision and approach."

Anticipated to open in 2028, The Ritz-Carlton, Kemer, All-Inclusive, will be nestled between a pristine forested landscape and more than 1.2 kilometers of coastline.  Planned accommodation will feature 141 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, including an exclusive collection of one-, two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom villas curated to provide an elevated and private experience. 

The resort plans to offer extensive culinary and bar experiences as part of its all-inclusive concept, along with indoor and outdoor venues that will provide a distinctive setting for entertainment, celebrations and social gatherings. Comprehensive amenities at the resort aim to cater to guests of all ages and will feature a state-of-the-art fitness center, a variety of indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa, a kids club and a sports center with tennis and padel courts.

Nestled between the sparkling shores of the Mediterranean and the Taurus Mountains, Kemer offers broad appeal to travelers seeking a variety of leisure experiences.  The destination is regarded for its natural beauty, coastal landscapes and cultural attractions.

Marriott and Özak GYO collaborated with Servotel, hospitality consultants for the project.

Ömer İsvan, Founder, and Ayla Heyfegil, Managing Partner of Servotel commented: “Drawing on over four decades of global hospitality expertise, we are proud to have brought together Özak GYO and Marriott International for their first collaboration.”