Bodrum Turkbuku Hotels

A holiday center that impresses with its deep blue sea and lush orange-scented forests. Türkbükü, where you can relax in the deep blue sea during the day, offers many lively and entertaining alternatives in the evenings. Türkbükü, which you know from the screens with its luxury hotels, is also known for its boutique and small hotels and offers you a peaceful holiday. Türkbükü hotels, which are among the lush green gardens and fragrant orange scents, welcome their vacationers in tranquility. You can see the features of Bodrum houses, which we know with their white painted walls and bougainvillea, in most of the small hotels in Türkbükü. Located just behind the beach, almost most of the hotels in Turkbuku have their own beach and pier. Turkbuku hotels consist of facilities with approximately 20 rooms. Although you may think that the prices of Türkbükü hotels are expensive, on the contrary, in Türkbükü, where there are many accommodation facilities, the prices are prepared for every budget. You will definitely find an option suitable for your budget in Bodrum Türkbükü boutique hotels, where prices increase slightly during the summer months and serve at full capacity.

When to Visit Türkbükü?

Türkbükü is most popular and lively during the summer months. The best time to visit depends on your personal preferences, planned activities, and what kind of vacation experience you're looking for.

Summer (June–August): The most vibrant period, ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying the beach clubs and nightlife. However, expect higher accommodation prices and crowded beaches.

Shoulder Seasons (May & September): Still warm enough for swimming with fewer crowds and more affordable prices—perfect for a peaceful holiday experience.

Winter (November–February): Much quieter and ideal for exploring the region at your own pace. Hotel prices drop, but it’s not suitable for swimming.

How to Get to Türkbükü?

By Bus or Plane: First, travel to Muğla or Bodrum city center. Türkbükü (Göltürkbükü) is about 45 km from Bodrum Airport and 20 km from Bodrum city center. From there, you can take local buses or minibuses.

By Car: From Bodrum center, follow signs to Torba, then take the Göltürkbükü exit.

Distance & Driving Times:

• Istanbul – 800 km / ~11 hrs 15 mins
• Ankara – 725 km / ~10 hrs 15 mins
• Muğla – 120 km / ~2 hrs
• Bodrum – 20 km / ~30 mins
• Bursa – 580 km / ~8 hrs
• Izmir – 255 km / ~3 hrs 20 mins

Must-See Places in Türkbükü

Ancient Ruins: Hike the hills to discover Lycian-era walls, two castles, rock tombs, caves, and columns.

Türkbükü Streets: Walk around to enjoy traditional Bodrum architecture and narrow streets.

Gölköy Lake: Home to rare palm trees (Phoenix species), found only in Crete and Turkey—ideal for nature walks and photography.

Nearby Historic Sites:

Bodrum: Visit Bodrum Castle, Underwater Archaeology Museum, ancient theatre, and Mindos Gate.

Milas: Explore Gümüşkesen Monument, rock tombs, Zeus Euromos Temple, and Bargilya ruins.

Boat Tours: Visit nearby islands or take a longer trip to Badem Island.

Shopping in Türkbükü

Local Jams & Honey
Olive Oils & Olives – Excellent for enhancing your meals.
Handmade Goods: Lace, embroidered textiles, and jewelry at Türkbükü Market—great for gifts.
 
Entertainment in Türkbükü
Beach Clubs: Popular for sunbathing and lively beach parties.
Water Sports: Try jet skiing, surfing, and kayaking.
Boat Tours: Discover nearby coves and islands.
Restaurants & Bars: Enjoy regional and international cuisine with a vibrant nightlife.

History of Turkbuku

Located on the Bodrum Peninsula, about 20 kilometers north of Bodrum, Türkbükü is a holiday resort famous for its natural beauty and lively atmosphere. The history of Turkbuku dates back to ancient times. In ancient times, the region was under the influence of the Carian Civilization. During the Carian period, there was a harbor and settlements in the area where Türkbükü is located. In ancient times, this harbor was known as “Tiryakiler” or “Tirazaklar”. During the Ottoman period, the area where Türkbükü is located was an important defense point as part of Bodrum Castle. During the Ottoman period, the area consisted of small villages, mostly engaged in agriculture and animal husbandry. However, the touristic importance of Türkbükü began to grow from the mid-20th century. In the 1960s and 1970s, Türkbükü gradually began to become an important tourist center of Bodrum. Especially from the 1980s onwards, Türkbükü became a popular destination for the rich and famous. Today, Türkbükü is known as one of the most popular and luxurious holiday resorts of the Bodrum Peninsula. With its natural beauty, turquoise sea, stylish beach clubs and vibrant nightlife, Türkbükü is a destination that attracts local and foreign tourists.

What is Turkbuku Famous for?

• Turquoise Sea
• Tangerine Gardens
• White Houses

Best Beaches to Swim in Türkbükü

Türkbükü Beach: Central beach with sunbeds, umbrellas, and nearby beach clubs.

Yalıçiftlik Beach: A quieter beach perfect for swimming and sunbathing.

Gölköy Beach: Beautiful scenery and clear waters.

Gündoğan Beach: Quieter atmosphere just a few kilometers away.

Best Things to Do in Turkbuku

• When you come to Turkbuku with its nature covered with pine, olive, tangerine and lemon trees, you should first of all take a nice nature walk. Both plenty of oxygen will be good for your body and exploring nature can give you different experiences.  
• You can participate in the bicycle festival organized in May every year in Türkbükü, if you can make it at that time. There are many art and cultural events organized during the summer months. Towards the end of October, you can participate in or watch the wooden sailing boat gulet races, which have become a symbol of Bodrum.  
• You can go to the center of Bodrum, visit historical and cultural sites and museums. You can stroll and shop in Bodrum Bazaar. In the evenings, you can spend time in Bodrum's entertainment venues.  
• You can enjoy fish at fish restaurants in Bodrum or Turkbuku. You can take a day boat tour and visit the nearby islands and hidden bays. Perhaps you can enjoy the sea by sunbathing and swimming at the beach all day long.

Food & Drink Recommendations

The cuisine of Göltürkbükü shows the same characteristics as Bodrum cuisine. You can find the dominant flavors of Aegean and Mediterranean Cuisine in Türkbükü Cuisine. There are many restaurants, cafes and fast food restaurants on almost every street in Türkbükü. Apart from this, you can also find places with flavors such as toast, pancakes, water pastry, lokma, ravioli and home cooking. If you want, there are also grilled meat and chicken varieties, pita bread, kebabs and lahmacun in Türkbükü. You can also come across pancake aunts in many places. You can taste stuffed zucchini blossoms with olive oil, which you can find almost everywhere in the Aegean.   

In addition to all these, you can taste a thousand and one kinds of fresh seasonal fish in Türkbükü and decorate your table with various appetizers. In Türkbükü fish restaurants, you can taste the cacik known as Iranian cacik, which is flavored with Damascus pistachios, grapes and various bitter herbs of the Aegean and made with village strained yogurt. You should definitely try the slightly spicy appetizer called hibeş, which is made with lemon juice, tahini and cumin and served as an appetizer with your drink, the kidney beans with tahini made with lemon sauce, the gavurdağı salad with sour, the crepe made from seafood, the fish specially cooked in steam, the fish meatballs made from sea bream, the pistachio meatballs with phyllo and tomato paste sauce made with pistachios, the apple dessert with mint liqueur and the oven rice pudding.

Apart from these, the restaurants of Türkbükü hotels also offer many flavors to their guests. You can taste every flavor you are looking for in the beachside restaurants of Türkbükü hotels even if you are not a guest.   

You can also try many local and foreign drinks and cocktails in entertainment venues and bars.
You can go to the center of Bodrum and taste octopus soup, soup made from swallow and scorpionfish. You can also try the Çökertme kebab.

Da Mario, Göltürkbükü, Located in the charming coastal town of Göltürkbükü, Da Mario takes you on a special gastronomic tour that combines the rich flavors of Italian cuisine with the peaceful atmosphere of the Turkish Riviera. Da Mario is famous for bringing the authentic flavors of Italian cuisine to Turkey and is an ideal place for both lovers of Italian food and those who love the peaceful atmosphere of the Aegean Sea.

Hakkasan Bodrum, Göltürkbükü, Located in Göltürkbükü, the favorite resort of Bodrum, Hakkasan offers its guests an unforgettable gastronomic experience by serving the most exclusive and original flavors of Asian cuisine. It also offers timeless menus with special Asian-inspired cocktails and an extensive wine menu. Cocktails are prepared with fresh and exotic ingredients to complement your dining experience. Hakkasan stands out as a unique gastronomic stop in Bodrum, with flavors that will appeal to your palate and a stylish atmosphere.

Kurochan by IOKI, Mandarin Oriental, Göltürkbükü, Mandarin Oriental Kurochan by IOKI, located in the luxurious atmosphere of Bodrum, stands out as a prestigious restaurant offering the subtleties of Japanese cuisine. Located in Göltürkbükü, this elegant venue promises an unforgettable dining experience with its flavors and atmosphere. With its modern and sophisticated design, Kurochan by IOKI offers its guests a cozy and stylish atmosphere. The prominent flavors of the restaurant include sushi and sashimi varieties.