The Oku hotel brand has expanded to Bodrum, adding a minimalist Mediterranean property to its portfolio of destinations that already includes Ibiza, Kos and Andalusia. Oku Bodrum comprises 58 rooms and suites spread across a hilly stretch of the north coast of the Bodrum peninsula.
The hotel offers direct sea access for swimming and views that are described as magical, particularly around sunset. While the location is not a deserted cove, it provides a quieter alternative to Bodrum's many ultra-glitzy hotels.
Rooms and Design
The decor stays true to Oku's signature aesthetic, with beige-washed walls, hessian drapes, woven rugs and stone floors. Entry-level rooms are described as sparse but well-designed, offering soothing spaces with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Some larger accommodation options feature private or shared pools, while all rooms benefit from balconies with views of the Aegean.
Dining Options
To Kima, the hotel's all-day poolside restaurant, is highlighted as a standout feature. Breakfast includes a buffet with homemade granola, fresh fruit and Turkish specialities such as sesame seed-topped simit, alongside a la carte options like menemen and çılbır. The restaurant also serves mezze-inspired dips, Greek salad, bao buns and sandos, with pizzas and club sandwiches available as crowd pleasers.
The hotel's more elevated restaurant, Teyo, blends Japanese and South American flavours, while the Round Bar serves cocktails and sundowners.
Spa and Wellness
The sea-facing gym and spa are described as excellent. The spa includes a hammam, sauna and steam room, which are noted as the most authentically Turkish areas of the hotel. Two treatment rooms offer massages, and guests can relax on seafront sun loungers afterwards.
Rates start from £440 per night at okuhotels.com.
