Bitez has a very nice beach and is a prime location for wind surfers. Besides the many pensions and apart hotels that attract foreigners on a modest budget, there are several deluxe properties as well. The housing complex Aktur is in Bitez where there are several beach clubs and seafood restaurants open to the general public.
Doria Hotel
Nestled on a hilltop in Bitez with commanding views of the Aegean Sea, Doria Hotel Bodrum features rooms and executive suites with simple Mediterranean colors and style. The hotel’s blue flag Doria Beach is just five minutes away (reached by complimentary shuttle service) and the onsite restaurant offers Aegean and Mediterranean specialties. A Turkish hamam and massage therapies are also available. 1410. Sokak Gündönümü Mevkii, Bitez; T: 0252 311 10 20; www.doriahotelbodrum.com
Ramada Resort Bodrum
The resort has numerous leisure facilities, such as the Mystic Wellness fitness center, sauna, hot tub, Turkish steam bath, solarium, plus indoor and outdoor pools with lounge chairs. Guests can also experience the healing power of professional massage therapists performing their Mystic Ayurveda massage or unique Bali massage. After a treatment or training session, freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable juices at the Mystic Bar are a delicious refreshment. The resort has several bars and restaurants, but its crown jewel is the Sushi Restaurant, one of the best Japanese restaurants in Bodrum.Kavaklı Sarnıç Caddesi 1531. Sokak No.6 Bitez; T: 0252 319 45 45; www.ramadaresortbodrum.com
Savra Bodrum
Istanbul interior designer Ahmet Tolan and his wife, fashion designer Berra Tolan designed this unique 15-room boutique hotel tucked amongst lush groves of citrus and olive trees and the hotel’s own organic garden. Peace and tranquility reign, with sun loungers welcome by the stone-lined pool and high-end cuisine from the restaurant’s lauded chef complemented by great cocktails and live jazz concerts. Sea lovers have access to the exclusive private beach of the Doria Hotel nearby. Ataturk Caddesi No.85, Bitez; T: 0252 363 04 63; www.savrabodrum.com
Meis Aparts
This modest hotel with 30 apartments is surrounded by olive and tangerine trees. Each of the aparts is 50sqm with a bedroom, living room and spacious terraces. 15 of the aparts have a kitchenette. Each apart has a satellite TV, direct dial telephone, refrigerator, airconditioning, hairdryer and wireless internet access. There is also a swimming pool.Bergamut Caddesi No.52 Bitez; T: 0252 363 00 05; www.meisapart.com
Aktur Residences
Nestled in the hillside, right on the waters of Bitez Bay, Aktur is 8km from Bodrum center and 45km from the airport. With 153 apartments offering one to three bedrooms set in whitewashed Bodrum houses, the residence offers access to three diferent beaches, a luxurious pool, cocktail bar and more.Aktur Tatil Sitesi 1317 Sok No.16; T: 0252 444 30 45; www.ak-tur.com.tr
The Corner Boutique
This hotel is 40 km from the airport. It has a total of 26 rooms, including two suites and two rooms that are handicap accessible – all with garden or pool view. It has one restaurant and one bar. There is an outdoor swimming pool, children’s pool, private beach, and beach bar. Wireless internet access throughout the hotel is available.Şah Caddesi No.27 Bitez Yalısı; T: 0252 363 04 08; www.thecornerotel.com
