Acapulco Beach in Northern Cyprus

Acapulco Beach is located next to the five-star hotel of the same name, Acapulco Resort, near Kyrenia in the village of Çatalköy.

This is not just a beach, but a whole complex with a hotel and even a water park! Here are the options it offers to tourists.

• Beach Description
• Infrastructure
• Restaurants and Cafes
• Water Park and Pools
• Entry Fees
• How to Get There
• Frequently Asked Questions

Beach Description

This spacious beach is well-equipped and meets the highest quality standards. Hotel guests enjoy free access to the beach and all its services.

For outside visitors, entry is paid — 750 lira for adults, 250 lira for children under 12 (as of summer 2025).

It is recommended to confirm the price with the hotel administration before the season begins via phone or WhatsApp at +905338504500.

The beach stretches for about 1 kilometer and boasts a wide strip of golden sand and green oases for relaxation. The water is crystal clear, and the entrance to the sea is shallow, making it ideal for families with children.

The bay protects the beach from strong waves, ensuring safe and calm swimming. Additionally, during the tourist season, professional lifeguards monitor swimmer safety, and watchtowers are placed along the beach.

Acapulco Beach Infrastructure

The infrastructure of the entire complex is very well developed. On the beach and surrounding areas, you can find the following facilities:

• sun loungers and beach cabins;
• umbrellas and shaded areas;
• toilets, changing rooms;
• freshwater showers.

Active Entertainment

For those who don’t like to sit still on the beach, there are options to spend time actively:

• beach volleyball courts;
• basketball courts;
• table tennis tables;
• tennis courts;
• modern playground;
• children’s carousels.

Restaurants at Acapulco

The complex features restaurants and bars offering snacks, ice cream, and dishes of local and international cuisine:

• Maza Ocakbaşı Restaurant
• Roqa Fish Restaurant
• Sea Side Restaurant
• Olive Restaurant
• Moon Rise Restaurant

For day visitors who are not hotel guests, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available in buffet format at the Sunset Restaurant. Prices for 2025:

• Breakfast (07:00 — 10:00) — 750 lira
• Lunch (12:30 −14:30) — 1100 lira
• Dinner (19:00 — 21:30) — 1500 lira

Children aged 7 to 11 eat for half price, and no charge is applied for children up to 6 years old.

Water Park and Pools at Acapulco

In addition to the beach itself, Acapulco offers a wide range of entertainment, the main highlight being a water park with slides for all ages.

The water park features 24 slides, 18 of which are for adrenaline lovers of various levels, and 6 are designed for young tourists.

The water park is open from 10:00 to 12:00, then closes for maintenance and reopens from 14:00 to 17:00.

There are also swimming pools for adults and children, including the largest one in Northern Cyprus.

In addition to the water park and pools, there are other water-based activities such as windsurfing, jet skis, kayaks, and much more.

Cost of Visiting Acapulco Beach 2025

For the summer of 2025, the beach administration announced the following prices to the Cyprus-FAQ journalist:

• Adults: 750 lira
• Children from 4 to 11 years inclusive: 250 lira
• Children up to 3 years inclusive: free

The cost does not include lunch — only access to the beach and the water park.

How to Get to Acapulco Beach

The beach is located on the road between Kyrenia and Esentepe, about 10 km east of Kyrenia (15–20 minutes by car) and 18 km west of Esentepe. It is easy to reach from the road running along the northern coast. A large sign indicates the turn to the beach, from where it is only a few minutes' walk.

Public Transport

Public transport in this part of the island is limited: there are local minibuses (dolmuş) that run from Kyrenia to Esentepe until 18:00 and stop on request.

Car Rental

Another option is to rent a car. Rental points are available in Kyrenia and other major cities. There is a large free parking lot for guests on the complex grounds. You can find the beach location on the map below the text.

• More about car rental in Northern Cyprus

Taxi

Of course, there are taxis such as Ercan Taxi, CyprusTaxi.Net, or Kibris Taxi. It is recommended to book in advance by phone or online, as there are not many cars on the streets.

• Taxi companies of Northern Cyprus

Transfer Booking

One option is to book a transfer there and back. Suitable for large groups. For example, through Kiwitaxi, you can order a business-class car for 3-4 people, as well as minivans or even minibuses for more than 10 people.

Frequently Asked Questions About Acapulco Beach

What are the opening hours of Acapulco Beach?

Tourists who do not stay at the hotel can visit the beach from 9:00 to 18:00. The water park operates from 10:00 to 12:00, then closes for maintenance and reopens from 14:00 to 17:00.

Is it possible to stay at the hotel?

Yes, you can book the hotel both on the website and through aggregators such as Ostrovok.ru or Trip.com. The cost per night is about 200 dollars.

Is there parking at Acapulco?

And not just one — several spacious parking lots are located at the entrance to the Acapulco Beach Club & Resort hotel.

When is the best time to visit Acapulco Beach?

The high tourist season lasts from April to October, when the weather is warm and dry. In the summer months, the daytime temperature reaches 30–33 °C, and the sea temperature in July reaches 28 °C and remains so until the end of September. Families with children prefer September and October when the temperature is milder, but you can still enjoy warm water.

Can single men visit the beach?

According to the complex administration's information, men without family accompaniment (wife, relatives, or children) are not allowed under the daytime pass.

Are towels provided at Acapulco?

For hotel guests — yes, but for those coming to the water park and beach during the day, towels are not provided, so don’t forget to bring your own.

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