Situated just 5 miles by road from the popular town of Bodrum, and about 2 miles from the bustling streets of Gumbet, Bitez could be a world away from them both! This attractive resort village has sprung up on the Aegean Coast of Southern Turkey and is certainly a quieter and more laid back alternative to its two nearest major tourist destinations. Now famous for its water sports, a holiday in Bitez will appeal to holidaymakers of all ages and tastes.

 

Bitez is one of many popular holiday destinations on Turkey’s Aegean Coast. It’s situated on the northern shore of the Bodrum Peninsula, and is about 5 miles away from the peninsula’s main town, Bodrum. A holiday in Bitez gives visitors the chance to enjoy this beautiful coastline, and with a transfer time of only 50 minutes from the Milas Bodrum Airport, getting here is quick and easy.

 

While a holiday in Bitez is definitely quieter than the nearby Gumbet and Bodrum, the village still has a very good selection of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. There are actually over 30 places to stay in Bitez, including hotels, apartments and pensions, and many of them frequently get excellent reviews.

 

Meis Apartments are loved by everyone who stays there and with a kitchenette they are the perfect choice for holidaymakers who like to be able to cook for themselves once in a while. These quiet apartments feature a swimming pool, and although peaceful they’re still within walking distance of the amenities of Bitez.

 

Meis Apartments are similar to a number of the smaller and more basic apartments in Bitez, but if you’re looking for accommodation at the luxurious end of the scale Bitez has this too. The 5 star Bodrum Resort is a great example of a Bitez hotel that features a restaurant, swimming pool, fitness centre and more.

 

A holiday in Bitez is preferred by couples and families who want to sit back and relax, enjoying the warm Turkish sun, and spending lazy days on the beach that fronts the beautiful Bitez Bay. The pace of life is far quieter here than in the busier resort village of Gumbet, and the town of Bodrum, but here on holiday in Bitez you get the best of both worlds – a peaceful destination that’s still close to all the action if and when you want to experience it!

 

Bitez has become well known as a great destination for water sports, especially wind surfing and sailing, so if you’ve never tried them before Bitez is a great place to do so, or if you’re a seasoned professional get out on the water and enjoy yourself!

 

Dolmus’s are usually leaving throughout the day to take you to nearby Gumbet, or just a couple of miles further along the coast to Bodrum. Bodrum has many attractions for you to visit while you’re on holiday in Bitez, including the famous Castle that stands on a peninsula protecting the harbour and includes the popular Museum of Underwater Archaeology. Bodrum also features more ancient structures too such as an impressive amphitheatre that was completed in Roman times, and the remains of one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World – the Mausoleum of Mausolus.

 

As a quieter resort, holidays in Bitez are perfect for couples and families who don’t necessarily want to experience a vibrant and loud nightlife. Bitez is a destination where you can enjoy a lovely meal and a quiet evening, with low-key entertainment and music available if you want it, often associated with some of the larger hotels. There are some lovely restaurants overlooking the bay, or set back from the coast you could find yourself dining amongst groves of mandarin trees. For serious shopping you’ll probably want to visit neighbouring Gumbet or Bodrum, but most items are available right here in Bitez too including food and drink, clothing, jewellery, souvenirs and gifts.