Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum

The Mandarin Oriental hotel group is renowned for its VIP hotels and celebrity clientele; it comes as no surprise, then, that the Bodrum edition is a no-expense-spared resort comprising not one but two private beaches, a total of five restaurants and a myriad of bars and cafés - not to mention the on-site spa. There's a wide range of accommodation options available here to suit an array of guests; suites tend to be oriented towards couples, with romantic sea views and/or a private infinity pool. Typically they have one bedroom, though there is plenty of living space. For families, there are private apartments which can accommodate up to seven people, with some self-catering facilities available. All rooms boast Italian designer interiors and luxury materials. Children are well-catered for here, with a Kid's Club offering fun and diverse activities; there is an indoor and outdoor play area for children, not to mention the swimming pools. Meanwhile, parents can enjoy a treatment at the huge spa; spread over three floors, there is a sauna, steam room, a luxury hammam, yoga classes, not to mention endless beach cabanas and treatment rooms. If it's the high-end beach life you are looking for, this resort has got you covered.