Once a small fishing village, over the years, Bodrum has flourished into a hotspot for discerning travellers and celebrities alike, a place to see and be seen. Though small, the area’s far-reaching reputation extends an invitation to all those interested in indulging in the finer things in life, from its glittering yacht harbour to its glamorous retreats and, conversely, bars. At the far reaches of the peninsula, the dramatic coastline is peppered with intimate cove beaches, calm islets and hidden haunts that have made a name for themselves among A-listers.
And so when it comes to Bodrum hotels, the options are unsurprisingly lavish, luxe, family-friendly and leave little uncovered in their pursuit of top-end hospitality. We’ve gathered together just a clutch of the best hotels in Bodrum, whether you’re here for discrete relaxation or extroverted hedonism.
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Editor's picks:
Best for couples: Amanruya
Best for families: Mandarin Oriental
Best for all-inclusive: Maxx Royal Bodrum
Best boutique hotel: Bodrum Loft
Mandarin Oriental Bodrum, Sarah Leigh Bannerman
Villa living at Bodrum Loft, Nicola Trivilis
GEORGE APOSTOLIDIS
Mandarin Oriental Bodrum
Walking through the entrance of Mandarin Oriental Bodrum is memorable in itself. For starters, the staff treat everyone like a special arrival, and handle the check-in process independently while guests soak up views across the Aegean sea, citrusy mocktail in hand. Once we were in, there really was no reason to leave. This is more than a hotel, it's a dining and shopping destination, too, and external guests visit for the day or evening to experience its reputable outlets. Choose from big-name restaurants like Roka and Hakkasan, or try local cuisine at Sofra, where trills of live music float through the air from Mandarin bar while colourful cocktails are poured over ice. In the rooms, personalised add-ons are in place. Think bottle warmers and baby baths for families like us, and congratulatory platters for those marking a special occasion.
By day, we clambered aboard electric buggies to the white-sand beach, or lounged by the multi-level pool and ordered plates of fresh shrimp as we sunk into Bodrum life, the Mandarin Oriental way. I left my first ever Hammam treatment feeling glowy as well as completely cleansed, and passed utterly chilled upside-down guests enjoying aerial yoga on my way out. Perhaps it goes without saying, but the service here was second-to-none. The staff ensured we wanted for nothing but did so in a way that made us feel comfortable as opposed to demanding. While Mandarin Oriental Bodrum is an unquestionably luxurious, the welcoming nature of the people behind it all made the whole experience relaxing, too. Sarah Leigh Bannerman
Address: Gölköy Mahallesi, 314. Sokak No. 10 (Cennet Koyu / Paradise Bay), 48483 Bodrum, Muğla, Türkiye
Price: From about £530 per night.
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Six Senses Kaplankaya
What strikes me most about Six Senses Kaplankaya is that, despite being a resort that spans a huge amount of land (Monaco could fit into it twice, I’m told), it somehow feels boutiquey. The grounds are vast but everything is spread out to ensure private, quiet spaces can be found at almost every turn. Nothing about it feels cluttered or crowded. In fact, perhaps the only hints at it being so big are the size of the breakfast buffet and the size of the gym. The yoga deck, for example, the silent beach, and the moon garden (designed for star-gazing), are all things I wouldn’t have stumbled across if it wasn't for my electric buggy tour. Wellness is at its core, but its done in a way that feels genuine rather than showy. A note in our room encouraging us to enjoy the sound of nature, for example, a careful selection of herbal teas that take precedent over coffee, and a subtle but consistent smell of incense throughout the property.
Rooms in the main building are spacious, and villas cascade down the hillside, some with their own private pools. There are three main beach areas, and we spend most of our time at the closest – it's backed by a shaded garden with comfy sofa-style chairs and we can order easy sharer-style food and cocktails (or in my case, a new favourite Turkish wine) easily throughout the day. Come nightfall, dining options are so good it's hard to choose a favourite, but watching the sunset at the terrace bar next to Mezze is a must. It's true that Six Senses excels at finding especially beautiful places to position its hotels, and this is one I'm especially wowed by. Sarah Leigh Bannerman
Address: Bozbük Mahallesi, Merkez Sokak No: 198
Price: From about £380 per night.
Bodrum Loft
Bodrum Loft offers a calmer, cooler take on the Turkish Riviera, far removed from the region’s louder party hotels and glitzy mega-resorts. Cascading down a pine-covered hillside above the serene waters of Demirbükü Bay, the boutique hideaway feels like a stylish little village of minimalist villas, beach decks, restaurants, and tucked-away wellness spaces. The crowd is chic but understated — think affluent Istanbul creatives and low-key couples rather than champagne-spraying beach-club regulars. Rooms and villas are ultra-minimalist but come with knockout sea views, while the hotel’s eight waterfront decks make it dangerously easy to spend all day horizontal beside the shimmery Aegean. Food is another major draw, from sprawling Turkish breakfasts at Loft Elia to lively Italian dinners of glistening pastas at the Milan-born Paper Moon restaurant. Add excellent service, an easygoing atmosphere, and a blissfully sleepy setting, and you’ve got one of Bodrum’s most quietly seductive stays. Nicole Trilivas
Address: Gölköy Mah. 325. Sk. No:7, Göltürkbükü, 48483 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye
Price: From about £500 per night.
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Oku Bodrum
Bodrum's newest address, Oku, is perfect for those looking for a stylish stay in a quiet bay within easy reach of the peninsula's glitziest corners. Tucked into a secluded residential bay a few minutes from the beachside neighbourhood of Gündoğan, Oku Bodrum is intentionally intimate. Its 58 rooms and suites, housed in rustic, rough-cut stone structures, fit neatly into the hillside, with all rooms facing out towards the Aegean. Accommodation spans seven categories, from cosy, entry-level classic rooms to deluxe two-bedroom suites, via several options that come with private or shared pools. All reflect Oku’s signature minimalism, with earthy palettes and natural materials that take cues from Bodrum’s arid hillsides. Woven rugs cover stone floors, olive green throws cover cloudlike king beds, and hessian drapes bathe rooms in a sepia light. The food and drink is truly standout, from all-day dining concept To Kima, where Turkish breakfast classics like menemen and çılbır are served alongside salmon poke bowls and chicken katsu sandos for lunch, and Mediterranean-inspired spreads of mezze dips, grilled prawns and miso-roasted chicken come dinner time. Oku’s signature concept, Teyo, blends Japanese and South American flavours in an open-air terrace that boasts stunning sea views. Here, you're within easy reach of Yalikavak Marina, where Dior, Miu Miu, and Loewe boutiques sit alongside dining heavyweights like Zuma, Opa and Bagatelle with a superyacht-dotted marina as a backdrop. Bodrum Town, with its historic castle, whitewashed windmills and winding alleyways, is around 45 minutes by car, while Paradise Bay, with its megaresorts and impossibly turquoise lagoons, is a short 20-minute drive. Sophie Prideaux
Address: Küçükbük, 639 Sk No: 17 D, 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye
Price: From about £245 per night.
Maxx Royal Bodrum
Seasoned Bodrumites know this drive well – particularly those with a spare flurry of cash in their accounts. A string of glossy supercars on the final approach to the futuristic lobby leaves us in no doubt – this is one of the hottest stays in town along the Bodrum Peninsula. This isn’t Maxx Royal’s first rodeo. Two other properties take up coveted stretches of Turkish coastline in Antalya – Maxx Royal Kemer and Maxx Royal Belek. This new address takes all their lauded elements and packages them into a bed-and-breakfast hideaway with an extravagant, all-inclusive feel. All suites and villas provide glimpses of the sea – but secure top-floor positions for uninterrupted Aegean vistas.
Among the seven restaurants and six bars on offer, Spago by Wolfgang Puck is the clear winner. The restaurant’s success has much to do with the dedication of an international team, with Wolfgang and his son Byron checking on minute details. Caviar Kaspia, tucked just beyond Spago, is officially one of Bodrum’s prettiest restaurants, the décor transporting caviar-slurping couples to the Côte d'Azur. Another highlight is the 4,500 square-metre Maxx WellBeing Centre, where you'll find an Ayurvedic doctor on-site, Thai massage rooms, an Ozone therapy space and the list goes on. Guest also benefit from access to Scorpios Bodrum, the first Turkish outpost of the notorious beach club. Scoot around the bay and party into the evenings once families bed down for the night at Maxx Royal – or tag on a few days in one of the sleek villas. Connor Sturges
Address: Gölköy Mah. 312 Sk. No:3, 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye
Price: From about £3,200 per night.
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Macakizi
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Though Bodrum’s smattering of luxe hotels undoubtedly do ‘laidback and relaxed’ better than most, those in search of an altogether more vibrant stay should set the Macakizi in their sights. The setting is low-key but beautiful, with just 64 rooms, unobtrusive casitas with greenery growing up around them and bowers of pink bougainvillaea framing views of the coast. Of course, it isn’t ‘party’ all the time. Mornings here stretch past sunrise with solitary sea dips and a replenishing breakfast, though once noon strikes, the background beats kick up a notch. By evening, the indoor-outdoor terraces of the restaurants and bar thrum with a vibrant, all-ages crowd, eating seafood, drinking perfectly-frosted rosé and setting the world to rights with people who, just mere hours ago, were total strangers.
Address: Türkbükü, Narçiçeği Sokak, 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye
Price: From about £450 per night.
Lujo Bodrum
Lujo, just outside Bodrum is built on a fairly steep hillside, with various levels linked by winding paths (and plenty of golf buggies) and escalators. Accommodation options are split between the main hotel, in a series of low-rise blocks, and villas, on the edge of the resort. In essence, it's an ultra-luxurious all-inclusive, family-friendly stay that serves exceptional food. The kids' club is open until a super-late 2am and there's plenty for all ages to do througout the day, but this isn’t just a family resort. Restaurants and bars feel distinctly adult, there's a beach club with an Ibiza-rivalling sound system and evening entertainment that ranges from DJs to concerts on an impressive festival-size stage that’s surrounded by candlelit tables for cocktail and wine service. Golf buggies whizz around the resort, whisking you from one experience to the next, helping you embrace the hotel’s motto of "art and joy."
I didn’t get the sense that many people leave, and honestly, with so much to do here, I’m not sure why you would. Bodrum town, with its castle and superyacht-filled marina, is just a 35-minute drive away. Hannah Summers
Address: Meşelik Mah. Çomça Mevkii Sok. No:10
Price: From about £768 per night.
The Bodrum Edition
Cascading down a hill toward the glittering Turquoise Coast, The Bodrum Edition mixes a playful attitude to service and seclusion with a pretty serious one when it comes to guest satisfaction. Its facilities stretch across a private beach, infinity pool, nightclub Discetto, full spa, pop-up shops, and a gym with machines, free weights and a climbing wall, as well as a watersports hut where jet skis, paddleboards and more can be rented. Soak up the rays on one of the jetty’s private cabanas, disappear into the white hues of the pristine spa for a treatment in one of the secluded outdoor treatment spaces or immerse yourself into something altogether more festive and join one of the weekly beach parties at the EDITION’s Beach Club, think well-known DJs, overflowing tipples and VIPs galore.
Address: Dirmil, Balyek Cd. No 5A, 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye
Price: From about £488 per night.
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Amanruya
The sun-bleached stone pavilions dot Bodrum's north coastline and encourage complete and utter relaxation as you succumb to the sounds of nature and the smell of the cypress trees. It's been nearly 35 years since the first Aman property opened in Phuket and the brand's reputation for quiet luxury continues to be unrivalled. Amanruya – meaning 'peaceful dream' – deftly celebrates the culture and scenery that Bodrum's north coast provides. There's really no need to leave the resort. Unless, of course, it's to take a buggy to the beach club; cradled in the Cyprus trees, to relax on the lounge chairs and daybeds that hug the coastline. Back in the rooms, spacious interiors nod to Turkish architecture – all graceful concrete and terrazzo arches. White curtains drape across the four-poster bed at the centre of the room, letting rays of light peek through in the morning. Amber Port
Address: Demir Mevkii, Gölköy, Bülent Ecevit Cd., 48483 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye
Price: From about £650 per night.
D Maris Bay
An old-timer on the Turkish luxury hotel scene, D Maris has earned – and maintained – a reputation as one of the most sublime stays in the country. Part of this is the setting, surrounded by pine forests on the remote and protected Datça peninsula; here, the hotel occupies a hillside position, with expansive sea views that are some of the best I've ever had the privilege of witnessing. Unforgettable beaches, delicious dining options and the thrill of superyacht spotting (the world’s rich and famous frequently drop anchor in the bay to eat at the hotel) add to the feeling of staying somewhere very exclusive and incredibly special.
High up in the hotel, the rectangular main pool has some of the most magnificent views over the bays, but it is hard to imagine dragging yourself from one of the beaches – they are one of the main reasons people choose to stay here, with soft sand, gin-clear water and mirror-flat sea. As the season changes, so does the atmosphere of the resort, which goes from lively in the summer to more tranquil in early October. Every evening, guests settle into deck chairs on Green Hill, listening to classical music with bubbles in hand while the sun sets on the horizon. In fact, there are several glorious drinking spots: at the main bar, guests congregate for cocktails and photoshoots. Hannah Summers
Address: Hisarönü Mah. Çubucak Küme Evleri, No: 80, 48380 Marmaris/Muğla, Türkiye
Price: From about £520 per night.
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Every hotel on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a Condé Nast Traveller journalist who knows the destination and has stayed at that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider both luxury properties and boutique and lesser-known boltholes that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination. We’re always looking for beautiful design, a great location and warm service – as well as serious sustainability credentials. We update this list regularly as new hotels open and existing ones evolve. For more information on how we review hotels and restaurants, please look at our About Us page. This is our pick of the best hotels in Bordum.
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