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some of the most sophisticated and trendy bars
and clubs in Turkey, many with imported DJs,
including the internationally famous Halikarnas
Disco complete with stunning views of the
bay below.
Bodrum has accommodation to suit all tastes
and budgets dotted in and around its pretty
town centre, but the quietest places to stay are
in the west of town and in the hills towards the
east. In town, many people like to stay in the
Kumbahçe Mahalle away from Cumhuriyet
Caddesi, or in the Tepecik district, along or just
off Neyzen Tevfik Caddesi. Getting around is
also easy with the dolmuş shuttle-services and
buses that operate frequent services from the
Bodrum otogar to all the nearby towns and
villages scattered around the peninsula. Taxis
are another very common way to get around,
and are easy to find even at night.
Gümbet
Named after the domed water-cisterns that
speckle the countryside near-by, Gümbet is
the closest beach to Bodrum – just 10 minutes
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away by car - and is very popular with British
holidaymakers, many of whom choose to stay
here close to the beach and venture into Bodrum
at night. As it has grown in popularity, however,
Gümbet has developed in its own right and
now offers a wide choice of lively bars and
restaurants, popular with a young crowd. Its long
sandy beach is lined with hotels and pensions
which attract many young people and watersports
enthusiasts with its large windsurfing
school and diving courses. Other beach-front
watersports are also very popular in Gümbet,
including parasailing, ringo and water-skiing.
Getting to the centre of Bodrum from Gümbet is
very easy with regular dolmuş and bus services,
as well as a small caique (boat) service that runs
from the beach.
Gümüşlük
Reached by a winding road from Gürece,
Gümüşlük is very popular for its secluded setting.
Ever since being designated as an archaeological
site, no major buildings have been allowed to
alter the landscape, making it a very pleasant
place to stay with its unspoilt scenery, long sand
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and gravel beach and a handful of excellent fish
restaurants perched right on the sea-front. The
site of ancient Myndos, Gümüşlük is scattered
with remnants of its historical past: as you
look out towards the harbour you will spot
the fortification wall, an ancient tower and
submerged walls. Also, if you walk towards the
south end of the beach, you will also be able to
swim very close to some of the ruins, making
it the perfect spot for snorkelling. Gümüşlük
is accessible by dolmuş from Bodrum or from
Turgutreis.
Turgutreis
A sophisticated new marina adorns the waterfront
at Turgutreis, complete with exclusive
cafes, restaurants and boutiques, as well as a
host of new bars and discos. Though not very
sandy, its beach is very popular with families
because the sea is shallow for quite a way
out, making it safer for young children. For a
more peaceful alternative to the main beach,