Each bay in Datça has its own character. Some stand out for their clear water, some for their calm, and some for what you find on the road there. The suggestions in this guide aren't a ranking — they're a small starting point depending on your day, the wind and the mood you're after.
Bays that can be reached from Portakal Suites on foot or with a short drive.
One of the closest beaches to Portakal Suites — just around 200 metres on foot. Very practical for a quick dip, an early-morning swim or popping back to the apartment during the day.
This tends to be the beach guests visit most during their stay.
Kumluk, right in the heart of Datça, is a beach where you can swim during the day and where restaurants and evening strollers bring the shore to life after dark.
One of the most enjoyable evening walks in Datça.
Located in the centre of Datça, Taşlık stands out for its clear water and easy walkability. There are venues along the beach.
One of the stronger options in the centre for water quality.
Kargı Bay, roughly 3 kilometres from the centre, is one of the most popular spots in the area — known for its cool, clear water. The bay has largely kept its natural character and draws plenty of visitors in summer.
It can get crowded in the afternoon — going early makes it much more enjoyable.
A small, sheltered bay on the road to Kargı. Calmer than Kargı and the water tends to be a little warmer.
A lovely alternative for a peaceful sea break away from the crowds.
Karaincir’s family-friendly beaches and Aktur’s pine-fringed bays.
Karaincir is one of Datça's most popular family beaches. Its sandy shore and gently shallow sea make it a natural choice for families with young children.
One of the family beaches we recommend most to guests who prefer sand. Among the most comfortable seaside options in Datça, especially for families with children.
In the Karaincir area, Periliköşk is one of those quiet bays that has kept its natural shape. The small island opposite can be reached on foot when the sea level allows.
Water shoes are useful here.
Aktur is one of Datça's most special areas — bays surrounded by pine forests and a calm that holds even in the busiest summer weeks.
One of the most beautiful places in Datça where sea meets green.
The calm, natural shores of Hayıtbükü, Kızılbük and Ovabükü.
One of the best-known bays in the Mesudiye area. Its shallow, typically waveless sea makes it especially popular with families.
Very busy in summer — arriving early makes a real difference.
Just next to Hayıtbükü, Kızılbük draws you in with its wider shore and natural feel. The surrounding landscape and open views are among the highlights of the area.
A nice alternative for those who want a little more breathing room on the Mesudiye side.
Ovabükü has one of the longest beaches in the Mesudiye area — a great place to spend the full day, with beachside venues and a wide stretch of shore.
One of the nicest stops for those who want sea and good food in the same place on the Mesudiye side.
Datça's most famous bay and the natural wonders surrounding it.
Palamutbükü is one of Datça's best-known and most-visited bays. It's a peninsula favourite — long coastline, clear water and plenty of venues along the shore.
One of the bays we recommend to first-time visitors to Datça.
Tucked between Palamutbükü and Kurubük, Akçabük is a lovely option for a quieter day. Its close-to-nature atmosphere is one of the things people love most about it.
A nice pit stop on the way to Palamutbükü.
Kurubük is one of those Datça bays that has kept its natural look. Seen from the road above, its turquoise colour makes it one of the most photogenic bays on the peninsula.
One of Datça's classic postcard views.
Known in Datça as "Aquarium Bay," Gerence is one of those bays that really earns its name. The colour and underwater visibility are striking.
Once you see the water, you'll understand immediately why it's called Aquarium Bay.
Less known, more untouched, more remote — for those who really want to explore.
On the Kızlan side, Gereme stands out for its long shoreline and natural character. One of Datça's quieter corners, the bay comes into its own at sunset.
One of our favourite sunset spots in Datça.
Murdala is one of the lesser-known bays on the Datça peninsula — a unique place for those who want to be alone with nature. Getting here takes a little more effort, but the calm more than makes up for it.
A beautiful experience for those who want to see Datça's wilder, more natural side.
At the very tip of the Datça peninsula, Knidos is one of the most special stops in the region — ancient ruins, extraordinary views and a sense of being at the edge of the world.
If you're only going to one historic site in Datça, make it Knidos. Ancient ruins, two different harbour views and that end-of-the-peninsula feeling — it's one of the most impressive spots on the whole peninsula.