Turkey Holidays

On the Bodrum Peninsula, Ortakent is centrally situated. Ortakent means middle town, it is a base from which to explore the beauty of the region. Ortakent is a pretty and lovely seaside which offers so much to do and enjoy. 13 original tower houses are located in Ortakent and also it is famous for Mustafa Pasa’s tower house. Being located in Bodrum Peninsula, Ortakent enjoy all seasons from spring to autumn and summers to winters. In the spring season smells of blossom citrus spreads through the whole city and the valley becomes lushly green. During autumn the city gets associated with Bodrum Cup Traditional Wooden Yacht Regatta held every year. More than 3500 years ago, this area was inhabited by the Mycenaean’s that is why Ortakent preserves its regards to the soil. This green valley in the middle town is rich in fig, olive and mandarin trees.

Established in the 1970’s Ortakent is a fine small beach resort, now progressing rapidly due to tourist visits. Ortakent is 3 miles inland in Bodrum Peninsula and does not receives much tourist visits like Bodrum. People who want to get away from the noisy and flashy lights Ortakent is the best option, it is a secluded and quiet beach resort with no much commercial and busy areas. It is very popular among Turkish vacation makers and is a good option for families. The location of Ortakent beach is very ideal as cool breezes come off the sea and provides a relief from the sun heat during summers. Ortakent offers some great café’s and restaurants at the beach and waiters serve willingly on the beach. This place is ideal for tourists who seek peace of mind as they can easily laze the hours away in this beautiful and peaceful place.

HOTELS IN ORTAKENT:

Hotel Viras is one of the best hotels in Ortakent, located at the seafront, it provides its costumers beach sun beds and umbrellas to relax and enjoy. The hotel offers quality food and best catering services for all tastes. To explore the rest of Turkey Ortakent is a great base. Medisun Hotel: Accommodation in Yashi-Ortakent is situated 200-300 meters away from the Yashi beach, provides good night walk around the bars and café’s of Ortakent. Buses to Bodrum pass from the hotels every now and then. The Yashi beach is pebbly and tourists can enjoy crystal clear water. Viras restaurant is not far away which has the best food in town. Orktakent is even though a small town but offers peace and calmness to the visitors.