Liman vs Hurma — sooner or later, almost everyone looking for an apartment in Konyaalti asks this question. The two neighbourhoods sit side by side in the west of Antalya, both are popular with international buyers, but life in each is quite different.
Kendirciler İnşaat has been building homes in Liman and Hurma since 1999, with around 30 projects completed in these neighbourhoods. So we compare them from experience rather than from listings: where the sea is closer, where it is quieter, what kind of property there is and who each one suits.
Liman vs Hurma at a glance
| Liman | Hurma | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance to the sea | from a few dozen metres to ~1 km | from ~1 km to 3.5 km |
| Atmosphere | lively — cafés and the promenade by the sea | calm, residential, family-oriented |
| Buildings | low-rise buildings, boutique projects | gated complexes (“site”) with pools |
| New builds | rare — almost no free land left | more common — plots still available |
| Greenery | the promenade and seaside parks | many squares, parks and citrus orchards |
| Population (TÜİK, 2025) | 17,395 | 28,545 |
| Best for | sea lovers, holiday homes and rentals | families with children, year-round living |
Population data: Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK).
Location and the sea
Liman is at the western end of Konyaalti Beach, between the Boğaçayı river and the Port of Antalya. From most buildings you can walk to the sea in a few minutes. Read more in our guide to Liman.
Hurma is north of Liman, closer to the Beydağları mountains. The sea is about 1 km away from the southern part and up to 3.5 km from the north — a 15–25 minute walk or a few minutes by car. Read more in our guide to Hurma.
Verdict: if the sea is part of your daily routine, choose Liman or southern Hurma.
Atmosphere: lively Liman, quiet Hurma
Atatürk Boulevard roughly divides Liman in two. The seaside part is lively: cafés, restaurants, hotels and the promenade, busy until late in summer. The part closer to the mountains is quieter, with gardens and low-rise buildings.
Hurma is a quiet residential neighbourhood. There are fewer cafés and tourists, but more parks, playgrounds and enclosed courtyards. An evening out means a walk in the park rather than along the promenade.
Verdict: if you like a buzz and city life by the sea, choose Liman. If you value quiet, choose Hurma.
Property: boutique buildings or gated complexes
Liman is mostly built up with 4–6 storey buildings, including boutique projects of 20–30 apartments and complexes with a pool. There is almost no free land left, so most sales are resales and new buildings are rare.
Hurma is mainly gated complexes (“site”): several buildings around a shared garden with a pool, parking and a playground, sometimes with a gym and hammam. Building is still going on here, so the choice of new builds is wider.
In both neighbourhoods, residents of gated complexes pay aidat, a monthly fee for the upkeep of shared areas.
Verdict: looking for a new build in a complex with a pool — Hurma is more likely. Want to live by the sea in a small building — Liman.
Amenities
Both neighbourhoods have everything you need: supermarkets from Turkish chains, pharmacies, bakeries and banks. Liman has more cafés, restaurants and offices, and hosts a weekly Tuesday market. Hurma has more parks and sports areas within its complexes.
Konyaalti’s hospitals, shopping centres and schools are a few minutes away by car or bus from either neighbourhood.
Residents and the international community
Both Liman and Hurma have long been popular with foreign buyers. According to the head of the Liman neighbourhood, around 4,000 foreigners from 36 countries live there; in Hurma, too, the largest groups of foreign residents come from Russia, Ukraine and Kazakhstan, alongside Europeans. In both, shops and pharmacies are used to international customers.
For living, holidays or renting out
- Year-round living with children — most people choose Hurma: quiet, parks and enclosed courtyards.
- Living by the sea with an active lifestyle — Liman.
- A holiday home or seasonal rental — Liman: being close to the beach is the main thing tenants look for.
- A new build with a modern layout — there is more choice in Hurma.
What to check in either neighbourhood
Whichever you choose, Liman or Hurma, check these before you buy:
1. the real walking distance to the sea on a map;
2. that the building has an occupancy permit (iskan);
3. the year of construction and the building’s earthquake resistance;
4. what the aidat covers and how much it is in a gated complex;
5. the developer’s track record: what they have built in the area, and when.
For an overview of the whole district, see our Konyaalti area guide.
Our projects in Liman and Hurma
- Liman: Port Selection, Palm Selection, Prestige Park Residence-3;
- Hurma: Kent Life-1, Prestige Park Residence-1, Prestige Park Residence-2.
See all of them on our Projects page.
Frequently asked questions: Liman vs Hurma
Which is better, Liman or Hurma?
There is no single answer. Liman is closer to the sea and livelier; Hurma is quieter, greener and has more gated complexes. Buyers looking for a holiday home or rental income tend to choose Liman; families living here all year often choose Hurma.
Are Liman and Hurma different towns?
No. Liman and Hurma are neighbouring neighbourhoods of the same district, Konyaalti, in the city of Antalya.
Where are there more new builds, Liman or Hurma?
In Hurma, where there are still plots for construction. Liman has almost no free land left, and most sales there are resales.
Can you walk to the beach from Hurma?
Yes — from southern Hurma the beach is about 1 km away. From the northern part it is up to 3.5 km, which is easier by bike or car.
Can’t decide between Liman and Hurma?
We have been building in both neighbourhoods since 1999 and can help you work out which one suits you. Message us in English on WhatsApp or Telegram.
