The Marmara Bodrum

Bodrum, Turkey’s mesmerizing Aegean paradise is brighter than ever with the splendid Amanruya sitting on its shores. Enveloped in glistening vistas, resting amid olive groves and cypress trees, Amanruya has been carefully designed to seamlessly blend in with the natural surroundings.

The village-like resort is located on the Bodrum Peninsula’s serene north, where you can appreciate an abundance of space and privacy in free-standing guest pavilions, all with private pools.  All the pavilons offer a choice of garden or ocean views, enabling guests to discover Bodrum’s unbeatable tranquility.

There is also a plethora of dining options. The on-site restaurants combine the best of local flavours with ingredients sourced from local farmers and fishermen in Bodrum and the surrounding areas. Celebrating Turkey’s wide variety of fresh seasonal produce, you’ll find yourself falling in love with their remarkable home-style Mediterranean menu, featuring Amanruya’s home-baked bread.

Don’t miss out on the Beach Club – overlooking the pebble beach and wooden jetty, this is where you can dine on fresh seafood, salads and Turkish meze for lunch, and sip on cocktails in the evenings. From here, you can also enjoy a dip in the water, some snorkeling or get active with a paddle-boarding session.

Amanruya’s exciting collection of activities goes way beyond the water.  Of its many rewarding experiences and fun excursions, you will find a pottery workshop at the nearby Mumcular village, horse riding while surrounded by beautiful forests and farmland, as well as a gourmet experience at Karnas Vineyards.

Personalised wellness is also at the heart of  Amanruya . The resort is home to a spacious spa and fitness centre where an extensive menu of holistic treatments awaits.

Blessed with a perfect position on the banks of the Turquoise Coast, this stylish boutique hotel of various levels appears to almost spill out onto a private beach, providing its guests with direct access to the sea. The sprawling levels feature all-encompassing terraces, manicured lawns and turquoise pools, shaded by over-arching olive trees, or trellises, dappled with bougainvillea and foliage.

The focal point of the hotel, a grand structure of marble and glass, looks out over the grounds, boasting supreme vistas of the white stretch of sand below. Branching out from this building, the guestrooms, lofts and villas, linked by paths, draw on soft tones and light woods, as well as marble bathrooms, with gaping tubs, to create tranquil interiors. Most of the accommodation has views of the Aegean Sea, and upgraded suites encompass kitchens and patios, with plunge pools.

Room service is available 24-hour, but it would be a shame not to experience the mix of dining possibilities. The hotel’s signature restaurant, BRAVA, is a Latin American haven, with al fresco seating, while Morena is Mediterranean focused, using local flavours for inspiration. If you’re up for a taste of Turkish brunch, the Kitchen at the Bodrum EDITION is all about mezze-style platter indulgence, before you head to the Beach Club for a cocktail or the Discetto, to party with the late-night DJs.

Recovery after the revelry can be experienced at the on-site spa of candle-lit cream treatment rooms. Guests have access to a steam room, plunge pool, therapy baths, and a selection of therapeutic and beauty treatments. Alternatively, you can sweat it out in the gym, or seek refreshment in the infinity pool, enfolded by cabanas, or take to the salty waters for a paddle.

Enjoying a remarkable location alongside the glistening waters of the Aegean Sea on the Bodrum Peninsula, all while offering the utmost in luxury and diverse facilities, Mandarin Oriental Bodrum promises one of Turkey’s most mesmerising and rewarding stays. Comprising 20 or so olive-coloured geometric blocks, the hotel is spread across almost 150 acres, set in tiers down a wooded hillside towards inviting strips of sandy beach and the clear blue of the sea. Stylish interiors with Asian character will greet each guest, with the hotel dotted with teak and muted marble, while also interspersed with modern artwork.

There are 59 large guest rooms, 29 luxurious suites, 36 lifestyle apartments and 13 villas to consider at Mandarin Oriental Bodrum, offering the perfect blend of luxury and comfort in the most welcoming of large spaces. Nearly all of them benefit from a breathtaking sea view, with some enjoying verdant garden views, while sleek and simple decor is met by modern amenities and facilities to ensure an effortlessly relaxed stay. Other features such as outdoor terraces, plunge pools and fully equipped kitchens can be enjoyed for those hoping for even more impressive living quarters.

The dining scene at the hotel is just as diverse and inviting as its collection of rooms and suites, ready to reward each and every preference with a range of cuisines and flavours. For delicious Italian cuisine, head to the decking over the sea at Assaggio, while Bodrum Balikçisi is the place to go for fresh seafood and Sofra for traditional Turkish fare. Cocktails and pre-dinner drinks are best enjoyed at Blue Beach Club & Bar and at Mandarin Bar – there’s truly a place for every occasion. When it comes to relaxation and activities, many will be drawn to the three-storied spa, with its large treatment rooms and incredible array of facilities, while a range of water sports opportunities and the obvious lure of the beach will afford you a hefty dose of the sun, sand and sea.