The Town of the Long Beach: Ortakent
Sitting at the centre of the peninsula, Ortakent takes its name from its location and unites two worlds: the old village with its historic stone towers inland, and Yahşi Beach, one of the peninsula's longest sandy shores.
The kilometres-long Yahşi shore is the favourite of those seeking beach pleasure away from the crowds; thanks to its steady wind it is also a leading spot on the peninsula for windsurfing. Family-run beach facilities and places serving home cooking like gözleme line the shore.
In the village, stone tower houses such as the 17th-century Mustafa Paşa Tower tell of Ortakent's past interwoven with farming and defence; mandarin and olive groves surround the town. Its central location puts Bodrum, Bitez, Yalıkavak and Turgutreis all within short reach.
On your transfer from the airport to Ortakent-Yahşi, the fixed-price guarantee and Mercedes comfort are on us.
What to Do in Ortakent?
Sea and surf at Yahşi Beach by day, the stone towers and Wednesday market in the village in the afternoon, home-made Aegean dishes by the shore in the evening — Ortakent offers an unpretentious, authentic holiday. Its central location also makes it an ideal base for exploring the whole peninsula.