Divan Talya Reopens on September 30, 2026: A New Era in Antalya
Antalya’s Legendary Talya Reopens Its Doors on September 30, 2026
An icon of Antalya tourism is making its return. Originally opened in 1975 as Antalya’s first 5-star hotel and closed for the past 13 years, Talya Hotel has been rebuilt on the same site. According to the announcement shared by Divan with its corporate business partners, the hotel will begin welcoming all guests as of September 30, 2026.
Why Is Talya So Important?
Talya is more than just a hotel for Antalya; it marks the beginning of the city’s tourism history. As one of Koç Holding’s landmark properties, it also holds special significance because it was where the company’s founder, Vehbi Koç, passed away in 1996.
The hotel, which closed in May 2013, was completely demolished in 2021 and rebuilt with an investment exceeding $100 million. Its unique cliffside location has been preserved while introducing a modern architectural design.
What Does the New Talya Offer?
Holding a 5-star Tourism Operation Certificate from the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the hotel is positioned as a city resort:
- 176 rooms, 356 beds — all rooms with sea views
- 2 restaurants, 3 bars, and 1 patisserie
- Seminar rooms, SPA, and fitness facilities
- Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- Environmental and cultural sustainability certification
Following its soft opening on July 1, 2026, the hotel will begin accepting reservations through all sales channels on September 30, 2026. Renovation work on the conference center located on the adjacent property is still ongoing.
What Does This Mean for Business Travel and MICE?
Antalya is one of Türkiye’s strongest destinations for congresses and incentive events. A centrally located, 5-star city resort with sea-view rooms and seminar facilities provides a valuable new option for both business travel and MICE events. Once the conference center is completed, Talya is expected to become a major player in Antalya’s corporate events market.
Corporate Advantages at Talya with Viking Tourism
With more than 40 years of experience, Viking Tourism manages the integration of newly opened hotels into corporate travel programs from day one. For a high-demand property like Talya, our team is already working on negotiated corporate rates, availability guarantees, and MICE event planning. Once the hotel opens, reservations can be managed through a single interface on the VikingOn platform; our digital tools simplify the process, while an experienced team is always available behind the scenes.
Talya’s return is more than a nostalgic story; it is a strategic investment in Antalya’s city hotel and congress tourism capacity. For companies planning business trips or events in Antalya after September 30, 2026, it represents a strong new accommodation option.
Contact us for more information: vikingturizm.com.tr/iletisim | 0850 281 VIKI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Divan Talya Hotel and why is it so well known?
What is Divan Talya Hotel and why is it so well known?
Divan Talya, opened in 1975, was Antalya’s first 5-star hotel. Part of Koç Holding, it is regarded as a landmark in the city’s tourism history and has returned after a 13-year hiatus, rebuilt on the same site.
How can corporate reservations be made at Talya Hotel?
When the hotel opens through all sales channels on September 30, 2026, corporate reservations can be made through travel management companies. Companies working with a TMC such as Viking Tourism can benefit from negotiated corporate rates and priority availability.
What is the difference between the old and the new Talya Hotel?
While the original Talya was a classic 5-star hotel with 204 rooms, the new Talya has been designed as a modern city resort with 176 rooms, 356 beds, sea views from every room, and sustainability certification. The investment reportedly exceeded $100 million.
Can companies planning a congress or MICE event in Antalya in autumn 2026 use Talya?
The hotel will be open to all guest segments as of September 30, 2026, and its seminar facilities will be available from day one. Since the large conference center on the adjacent property is still being renovated, we recommend confirming current availability with us for large-scale congresses.