Oludeniz is a quiet and quaint village, tumbling down a valley overlooking a sheltered and protected bright blue lagoon, it sits beside a national park and a long crescent-shaped beach - believed to be one of the most photographed beaches in the Mediterranean. The ideal destination for a family seaside holiday or a sightseeing trip, it stands in the shadow of towering mountains covered with pine trees and is one of Turkey's top destinations for paragliding. Whether you're soaking in the rays, exploring abandoned villages and ancient cities, or taking a boat trip to Butterfly Valley, you will be mesmerised by this bewitching place. The best places to stay in Oludeniz are small, intimate and romantic - the perfect places to unwind.

What not to miss

• Sunbathe along the golden sloping sands of the lagoon or head out to Belcekiz Beach.
• Visit Kaya Koy, a village abandoned by Greeks thrown out of Turkey in 1924 and left to decay because it was believed to be cursed.
• Book a boat trip out to Butterfly Valley, a beautiful paradise that's home to the unique Jersey tiger butterfly, a secluded beach and waterfalls.
• Head out to Fethiye for some retail therapy and a Turkish bath.
• Be sure to visit the ancient city of Xanthos, UNESCO-listed, whose whole population commited mass suicide in 540 BCE rather than accept defeat at the hands of the Persians.
• Enjoy paragliding in one of Turkey's top paragliding destinations.

Beautiful, steeped in history and perfect for a seaside holiday. Browse through our collection of the best places to stay in Oludeniz to start planning your trip.

The best places to stay in Oludeniz

For a boutique hotel

• Kassandra Boutique Hotel is a lovely boutique property situated in the centre of town. Here you can expect bright, spacious rooms and suites, all done in minimalist style, some with balcony or patio, others with an outdoor whirlpool tub. Plus there's a pool, restaurant and bar, and you're just minutes from the beach.
• Beyaz Yunus is an idyllic adults-only boutique hotel boasting a tasty restaurant and access to a shingle beach at the bottom of the charming steep steps. Spend days lounging by the blissful infinity pool soaking up the views. Spacious, large suites with their own terraces feel ever so private. Great for couples.

Honeymoon

• Oyster Residences is a romantic beachside property set in pretty gardens overlooking the beach. Light airy rooms with mosquito net draped beds and large modern bathrooms. A terraced restaurant specialises in Mediterranean seafood. Lounge by the pool sipping on cocktails. Ideal for a couples escape.

For an apartment or villa

• Our partner Booking.com has a wide range of villas and apartments in the nearby area.

Travel information

• The best time to go is during the summer when the temperature ranges between 17 and 31 degrees.
• Fly to Dalaman International Airport and get an airport shuttle to Oludeniz - just over an hour's journey.
• If you want to rent a car, contact our partner Rentalcars.

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