Although
Bodrum is renowned as one of Turkey’s most
gay-friendly summer destinations, there are only a few
exclusively gay bars. In any case, most of the regular
bars in Bodrum are also gay-friendly, so gay individuals
don’t necessarily need to visit a dedicated gay venue to
have a good time. However, visiting one of these few gay
bars is highly recommended if you want to meet other
local gay men more quickly and easily, especially if
you’re only in town for a short visit.
Haspa Club Bodrum
Erguvan Sokak, No:5, Gumbet, Bodrum, Turkey
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Located at the upper end of Gumbet’s bustling bar
street, the venue strikes a balance between medium-sized
and spacious, offering an energetic mix of the latest DJ
music, a well-stocked bar, and a lively dance floor.
Occasionally, you’ll even catch Go Go and Drag Shows
here.
Kavalye Beach Bar
Cumhuriyet Caddesi, No:70, Bodrum,
Turkey
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Kavalye Beach opened its doors in 2010 in downtown
Bodrum. The owner, previously a partner at another prominent gay club in
Istanbul, also manages
Pasha Motel in Bodrum. The location is superb,
situated right in the heart of Barlar Sokagi (bar
street) and overlooking the beach.
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Bodrum has got amazing number choices for night life and
musical events. It even rivals with big cities of Turkey
including Istanbul. In downtown Bodrum the most bars are
located along what is called the Bar Street (Barlar
Sokagi). The Bar street consists of Dr Alim Bey - the
one closer to the castle - and Cumhuriyet streets almost
connected to each other both running parallel to the
coast. There is surely at least one bar or club along
the street for everyone's taste offering any kind of
music you would want to hear; jazz, blues, rock, live
music, Latin, classic or Turkish pop music etc. There
are many Turkish live music bars (meyhanes) where the
most famous Turkish singers would perform, some of whom
are queer-celebrities of Turkish televisions. During the
summer most famous singers of Turkey give concerts at
the Bodrum Castle or at the antic theatre of Bodrum.
Beach district Gumbet also has its own nightlife, and a
smaller bar street. Gumbet is more dominated by British
style bars and night-life.
Here are some of the popular regular (none-gay) bars
with their links on Google Maps.
Veli Bar (Bodrum)
Marine Club Katamaran (Bodrum)
Mandalin Club (Bodrum)
Kule Rock City Bar (Bodrum)
Mavi Bar (Bodrum)
Jolyy Night Club (Gumbet)
4ever Bar (Gumbet)
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Traditionally, bathhouses haven’t been popular in summer
holiday spots like Bodrum and unfortunately there aren’t
any gay-friendly baths or saunas in
Bodrum.
Cruising spots are not as crowded as they used to be
before the Internet era, especially after mobile apps
became popular. Although there may still be some gay men
in these places, usually after dark; it is advisable to
be a little cautious especially in parks and secluded
beaches. It is recommended that you do not carry very
valuable items or large amounts of money with you, just
in case. Here are some possible cruising areas in
Bodrum
Kumbahce Waterfront
- The waterfront in front of The Halikarnassos
Club.
Bodrum Castle - Vicinity of the castle and the waterfront up
to yacht marina.
Bar Street - Dr. Alim Bey and Cumhuriyet
streets, also called Bar Street
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Haremtan Beach
The secluded beach area located between Gumbet and
Bodrum is referred to as “Erkekler Plajı" (men’s beach)
by some local gay men. This area is rocky and less
sandy. Nude sunbathing is possible in isolated spots,
but it’s best to observe if others are doing it before
you try. You might encounter some itinerant tourist
hustlers here, so it’s wise not to carry a lot of money,
as the area is quite desolate and far from the main
settlement. From Bodrum, take a Bardakçı minibus and get
off in front of Salmakis Residence. Walk towards the
windmills and continue downward until you reach the tip
of the smaller peninsula. It will take about 20 minutes
to get there. If you have a car, you can drive close to
the windmills, from where it’s roughly a 10-minute walk.
Kumbahce Beach
The public beach (Belediye Halk Plajı) in the Kumbahçe
neighborhood also known as Pasatarlasi Beach is
particularly recommended. The parts of the beach area in
front of Bebek and Diamond hotels are especially
notable, as you will often see several middle-aged local
gay men there during the summer season. Since it is a
free beach without professional services like changing
rooms or lockers, it is typically frequented by locals,
a few tourists staying in nearby hotels, and itinerant
workers. The beach is sandy, and the water is usually
very clear.
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Staying in downtown
Bodrum is a smart choice, as the local bus station
provides easy access to various destinations via local
minibuses (Dolmuş), which run until late hours during
peak season and are quite affordable. Bodrum’s beaches
offer something for everyone. For a relaxing day on a
sun lounger, head to Turgutreis, Torba, Gundogan, or
Bitez. If you prefer water sports and lively, bustling
beaches, Gumbet is the place to be. For a private beach
experience with loud music and large cushions to lounge
on, visit beach clubs in Gumbet, which transform into a
night clubs at night.
Gumbet Beach
Gumbet is the nearest beach district of Bodrum, about 2
km away and easily accessible from downtown Bodrum by
very frequent public buses. You can also see many gay
men around, most of them staying in neighborhood Gumbet
or Bodrum hotels.
Bitez Beach
Bitez beach is just over the hill from Gumbet and can be
reached quickest by taxi. Its village is 2 Km inland
from its sea front. Bitez is a quieter beach than Gumbet
but hosts cafes and restaurants. The water is shallow
and the area is very sheltered, therefore very popular
for windsurfing and other water sports.
Ortakent Yahsi
Ortakent village is in the center of the
Bodrum peninsula. However its beach lies 3 km south of
the village which can be reached by dolmuş from
downtown. The beach provides a long stretch of sand with
water sports facilities, numerous restaurants and
hotels. The water there is nice for swimming as the
bottom drops off quickly.
Turgutreis Beach
Tugut Reis is recognized as a town rather than a
village. It is the second largest settlement on the
Bodrum peninsula. Turgut Reis has a very good sandy
beach but it is not sheltered so water sports are not
available here. It hosts a weekly bazaar on Saturdays.
Gumusluk
Gumusluk is a peaceful village and is one of the oldest
settlements on the peninsula, definitely worth visiting.
Gümüşlük retains its charm as building work is
restricted in an attempt to protect the ancient site of
Myndos which lies mainly beneath the village. Part of
Myndos lies underwater and can be seen by snorkelers.
Also here is a small island called “Rabbit Island” (Tavsan
Adasi) which can be reached by wading through the water.
Locals raise rabbits on the island and later sell them
in markets elsewhere. The sandy beach to the west of the
village is good for sunbathers and there are some very
good restaurants in the village that specialize in fish.
Camel Beach
Bagla (also known as Camel Beach or Kargi Beach) offers
one of the best opportunities to escape the bustle of
many of the more conveniently located beaches in the
immediate Bodrum area. Camel beach is in Ortakent Yahsi,
at a distance of only 8 km to
Bodrum. The main
beach/camel beach is very clean with a selection of
beach cafes & waterspouts and safe for swimming as well.
Kargi bay is basic stopover point for daily boat tours,
which stop near the beach and give a swimming break. You
can indeed hire a camel for a ride here.
Torba Beach
Torba is situated in a protected bay in the gulf of
Gulluk on the extreme north coast of the Bodrum
peninsula. Numerous jetties are supplied for sunbathers
and plenty of restaurants are scattered along the sea
shore.
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