This fun and fabulous hotel is the latest collaboration between Ian Schrager and Marriott on the north coast of the Turkish Riviera. Overlooking the Aegean Sea which surrounds it’s hillside location with the shimmering Turquoise Coast, the fabulous views can be enjoyed from many spots including the seriously stylish cabanas on the wooden jetty, the infinity pool and from the villas overlooking the private beach.
The hotel has a calming and uncluttered aesthetic throughout its 102 rooms. Muted tones of beige, brown and white give a minimalist feel. Crisp linens dressing the ultra large beds, and black-and-white beach photos leaning against the headboards give a chic vibe. The bathrooms are just as luxurious, with oversized tubs, monsoon rain showers, and double vanities. But there’s more than the pristine rooms that draw people here, the facilities are another level with a private beach, infinity pool, must visit spa, pop-up shops, and a nightclub.
The three on site restaurants appeal to all the foodies out there. Each offering something different, but all taking advantage of the views with outdoor seating facing the bay. Head to Morena for sushi, tempura and gyoza, Kitchen for locally inspired dishes; and Brava for Peruvian flavours.
Morena is the beachside restaurant that’s laidback by day and adventurous by night, offering beach-friendly dishes ordered from restaurant to your sunbed. By night the menu transforms an elegant, Japanese-inspired dinner menu in collaboration with Istanbul’s acclaimed Inari Omakase.
Kitchen is particularly special, with its higher up vantage point offering the best views, and a menu which explores the flavours of the Turkish coast for a true
taste of community with the freshest fish, meat and salad greens sourced from the property’s own gardens and local farms.
Brava is the Bodrum EDITION’s signature al fresco restaurant, More than a culinary destination, Brava hosts live events and has become known as a cultural hotspot with artists from the music, art and fashion worlds.
The spa serves something for everyone from facials to massages. Enjoy a treatment in the warm glow of the surrounding hurricane lanterns and indulge in secluded outdoor treatment spaces, complete with hot and cold plunge pools.
If you’re looking for a touch of adrenaline instead visit the watersports hut to book time on jet skis, paddleboards and more in the bay in front.
Pricing: Double rooms from £512 (€600)
Arguably one of the most blissful little coastal hotels in the Mediterranean. 74 rooms, including 21 villas, are tucked away in one of the least visited parts of the peninsula. Private terraces emerge from treetops among the tropical and Mediterranean greenery, with sea views at every corner. For the utmost privacy, request an Upper Deck Room set high on the hillside, away from the buzz surrounding the restaurant areas and tanning decks. If you like a bit of heartland, the Villa Suites are closest to the waterfront. The minimal design and a palette of cream and wood materials, adds a bohemian cool vibe, which is accentuated by monochrome canvases and graphic cushions.
The centre piece at Macakizi is the tanning decks, where immaculately lined sun loungers sit above the carved coastline. Guests can laze in the sun, enjoy a lunch of freshly caught fish or sip cocktails & mocktails overlooking the crystal-clear sea. Great food is at the heart of this hotel, so much so, that the resident chef dives every morning for the days dinner catch. The restaurant is renowned for glamorous diners, so even if you can’t afford to stay, it’s worth visiting just to dine. The seafood-speciality menu includes octopus with black risotto, grilled grouper and more.
After dinner, perch along the sunken deck, overlooking the fire-pit. With so many spots to hangout scattered amongst the decks, you’ll lose yourself in bliss, chilling out amongst the lit lanterns and under-lit water.
If you need a little relaxation, head up to the pine-lined deck Spa for a treatment with one of Macakisi’s masseurs and you’ll also find a stunning boutique.
At Macakizi, the sea, the food, the music and crowd all come together to create an unforgettable experience.
Pricing: Double rooms from £914 (€1,069)
For the discerning jet setter, Caresse is a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa and one of bodrum’s most captivating experiences, designed to allow you to unwind and embrace the unique tranquillity of Bodrum. Perched on the outskirts of the lively resort of Gumbet, Caresse is iconic with it’s white sand private beach with a sweeping crescent shaped jetty at one end. It’s certainly the place for sun worshipers, with an inviting natural saltwater infinity edge swimming pool perched above the shoreline, offers an exquisite panorama of the curved bay.
Each of the 84 rooms and villas has exquisite panoramic view of the glistening Aegean Sea and has its own private terrace or balcony. Stylish interiors and clean lines blend with chic furnishings and features like the free-standing baths. In addition to these quietly lavish spaces, the luxurious experience is extended with a discreet and attentive guest assistant who will be on hand to grant your every wish throughout your stay.
There is no shortage of cuisine here, with the 3 on-site restaurants, Buddha Bar Beach, Barbarossa Bodrum, Glass Restaurant & Bar, combining the mesmerising waterside scenery with a fascinating culinary journey from Mediterranean to Asian flavours.
Buddha-Bar Beach Bodrum, is the beachside restaurant and bar offering a chic day-to-night destination on the Bodrum peninsula. Expect bohemian
beach-chic design with natural elements such as wood, water and stones, and the added glamour of original beach destination hang-outs of those in the 1980s, Ibiza and Goa. The contemporary fusion menu, influenced by both Asian and Mediterranean cuisine, offer with dishes including fresh seafood, from sushi to shellfish.
Head to the Glass Restaurant where chefs mix the pleasures of Mediterranean cuisine with South Aegean flavours, from day to night with an open terrace that
serves as a perfect viewpoint to watch the mesmerizing sunrise over the peninsula. Enjoy special cocktails until the end of a perfect day.
Barbarossa Bodrum is the iconic restaurant of the Greek island of Paros and gives guests a different combination of aromas and tastes in Caresse. Sophisticated dishes include fresh seafood and locally sourced meat with its own interpretation of unique ingredients, accompanied by its gourmet wine list and Greek music.
The essence of the serene Bodrum bay sets the scene for its the on-site spa and treatments using local ingredients and the prestigious ESPA skincare range. Take advantage and lose yourself with a deep-tissue massage, or facial at Spa Caresse.
Along with the luxury of Caresse, we love the sustainable credentials of this choice, The property participates in Green Key, a programme that measures
the resorts impact on the Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.
Pricing: £970 per night
Located at Torba beach, an area of natural beauty, Sarpdeor Boutique Hotel is a boutique resort in one of the most tranquil parts of the peninsula, even though Bodrum centre is just a short drive away. Pathways carve in between the rocks that head down to the private beach where hidden cabanas and huge bed-style sun loungers line as the glittering sea crashes against the rocky edge.
Spacious and incorporating natural elements of its Surroundings, the 50 individually furnished rooms and suites feature perks such as furnished balconies and free-standing tubs. With many options, there’s room for everyone with family suites available too.
Enjoy beachfront dining at the two restaurants and three bars on site, serving a la carte cuisine and fine wine from the cellar. You’ll have the choice to stay either on a bed and breakfast basis, or go for an all-inclusive package.
Sunset Restaurant offers an exquisite selection la carte international cuisine for breakfast and dinner, whilst the Beach Restaurant, conveniently located steps away from the water, offers light bites to keep you satisfied with a breath-taking view of the natural landscape.
If you’re looking for a special dinning spot, the exquisite Wine Cellar is especially ideal for couples seeking a romantic dinner date.
The onsite garden spa is where you can practice in the Pilates classes and yoga classes. Or take the afternoon to indulge in a Swedish massage, a detox wrap and reflexology treatment. Open-air spa sessions are available at our Balinese Gazebo, where the sea breeze adds to your experience.
Pricing: £264 per night