From breezy beach clubs to arty residences, here's where to stay in the glamorous beach resort
The city’s two bays overlook the castle, a medieval fortress that was built using stones from one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World – other historical points of note include Didyma, an Ancient Greek sanctuary, the narrow streets of the old town and, a little further afield, the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus.
But if you’re coming in search of sun loungers and sundowners, no one’s judging – there are lots of beach towns and resorts to locate and lie horizontal at .is a beach club in its own cove on the edge of the Aegean, with views back across to Bodrum’s old town., which has lots of restaurants to choose from, including its own Hakkasan outpost.Booking.com
In its own cove on the shores of the Aegean, this shiny new beach resort is opposite the old town and just a short drive from the airport. The brand’s full name is ‘Mett Social Living’ and it won’t take long to figure out why – spending time outdoors is encouraged and the beach resort is designed for peak conviviality.
If you’re bringing an entourage, book one of the multi-room villas – the blow-out option is the 240 square-metre Villa Ak Ana, which has four bedrooms, its own infinity pool, a terrace, winter garden and views out across to the old town and its ancient fort.