Located in the centre of the Bodrum Peninsula, the name Ortakent means middle town and from this lovely resort, a short walk will find you stretched out on the golden sands of Ortakent Yalisi, which runs into Yashi Yali, a 2km stretch of sandy coastline dotted with restaurants and bars.
Weather wise in Ortakent you can expect temperatures of between 14°-19° during the winter months and 25°-35° in the summer, just right for sunning yourself on the beautiful beach and taking a dip in the clear sea waters to cool off.
Nightlife in Ortakent consists of a few bars, cafes and restaurants where you can sample the delicious local cuisine, such as `Kofte` meatballs, juicy kebabs with salad and yoghurt, meze dishes and freshly caught fish meals in a spicy `mojo` sauce. If you are looking to party all night long then head to nearby Bodrum or Gumbet, here you will find plenty of bars, nightclubs and discos.
Shopping in Ortakent is limited to a few shops, stalls and boutiques, so again a trip to Bodrum will find you in a shopper`s paradise.