The Escape | Turkey’s New METT Hotel And Beach Resort In Bodrum Is the Stuff Of Dreams
Your Out of Office will write itself upon booking your next trip at this new luxurious destination
The team behind DRIFT Beach Dubai, Sunset Hospitality is making an escape to Turkey with the dreamy new METT Hotel and Beach Resort in Bodrum.
At a crossroads between classical history and natural beauty sits the Aegean region of Turkey. Bodrum’s glistening coastline is bordered by scalloped bays and pine forests, where bougainvillaea draped buildings glisten in the sunshine. Perched atop a tranquil hillside in Haremtan Bay is the newly opened METT Hotel & Beach Resort Bodrum. A direct four-hour flight from Dubai, courtesy of flydubai’s latest route, makes this the ideal quick getaway.
METT is the first foray into the hotel world for the team behind DRIFT Beach Dubai, Sunset Hospitality. Characterized by an emphasis on social living, the beachfront lifestyle hotel, inspired by the simple bliss of Mediterranean living, puts dining and entertainment at the heart of the experience. Floor to ceiling windows at the top floor lobby herald your arrival, leading your gaze to explore the majesty of the hotel below which tumbles down in layers, punctuated by trees, terraces and pools right down to the cabana-studded jetty leading out to the Aegean Sea, which spans a Pantone chart worthy spectrum of blues. Sensory touches such as the deliciously fresh aromas wafting through the lobby – an ode to the mandarin orchards of Bodrum – and a curated playlist ease you into a vacation mindset. A lobby with muted tones and plush white sofas is peppered with pops of colour in the form of abstract artworks by local artist Laura Margarita – who has been given a dedicated gallery space within the hotel.
Buggies zip you around the winding paths of the hotel and come equipped with wireless speakers honouring the prevalent entertainment ethos. 72 rooms and suites and 33 luxury villas boasting minimalist luxury designs are harmoniously disseminated around the hillside, overlooking the sea. For an extraordinary guest experience, there is the luxurious 4-bedroom villa with an infinity pool, large private terrace, and winter garden overlooking the old town of Bodrum and its ancient fort.
While the hotel is contemporary luxury at its finest, its defining feature is that it is a dining destination in itself. Home to four restaurants to suit every mood, guests are spoilt for choice. OTTO’s indoor-outdoor settings will satisfy those looking for a modern twist on Turkish cuisine – the black tea marinated olives and fresh grilled seabass with pickled onions are explosions of flavour. Gulet, the poolside restaurant, is perfect for a quick lunch, where traditional pool bar fare is complemented by local favourites such as delicious döners and the creamiest pistachio ice cream. Arches plaited with magenta bougainvillaea lead the way to the MOOD lounge – an outpost of the Dubai favourite – where cocktails, pan-Asian bites conceived by ex-Buddha Bar chef, Chef Eko and a live DJ are the ideal sunset accompaniment. The jewel in the crown comes in the form of Folie, which captures the elegance of DRIFT Beach Dubai and the energy of Bagatelle in St Tropez. 45 daybeds sit atop an elevated seaside platform, fronted by Maldives-style hammocks hovering above the crystal-clear sea. The adjoining open-air Mediterranean restaurant frequented by occupants of the mega-yachts docked nearby is the ideal setting for devouring the Provençal cuisine on offer.
In line with the hotels’ philosophy of balancing adrenaline with calmness, MOI spa is the perfect pampering spot. Arrive early to relax in the salt room followed by a traditional Turkish Hammam treatment where you will be thoroughly exfoliated while lying on a heated marble block. In a manner befitting Cleopatra, a masseur engulfs you in a froth of bubbles and gently massages you using traditional techniques. From classical to Far Eastern massages, options at MOI come aplenty. Continue the pampering by booking a private cabana – only four are available making these the height of exclusivity – with views of the Aegean Sea and its numerous islands. A private DJ, butler, or spa therapy can be arranged within the cabana, making it ideal for parties and romantic escapades alike. For the more adventurous, hotel staff can accommodate requests from watching sunset cruises, to picnics at sea and sightseeing in the old town.
Conceived for the luxury traveller of today looking for an ideal place to celebrate life, pamper, and unwind, METT is a must.
Rooms start at 3094 Dhs for a Deluxe Garden view room.
To book your next vacation or learn more about what Bodrum’s METT hotel has to offer, visit mettsocialliving.com.
Images courtesy of METT Hotel And Beach Resort