Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has signed a deal to operate a luxury resort with private residences in Bodrum, Turkey.
Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum, which is slated to open in 2014, will be located on a 60 hectare waterfront site on the northern side of the peninsula, at Cennet Koyu, offering panoramic views over the Aegean Sea.
Built on a series of levels nestled in the resort's landscaped hillside, the resort will offer 82 guestrooms and 20 suites as well as 214 luxury private homes.
The resort's 2,700sq m (29,000sq ft) Spa at Mandarin Oriental will have its own private beach and offer a comprehensive range of wellness, beauty and massage treatments available in the region.
There will be 10 treatment rooms - including three couples' suites - built as private cabanas while other facilities include hydrotherapy suites, a meditation room, indoor swimming pool and a signature Mandarin Salon and Barber.
Fitness facilities will also be on offer, including a dedicated Pilates room where guests can enjoy private or group sessions.
The resort will also boast a selection of six restaurants and bars including al fresco waterside dining, a lobby lounge, poolside bar and a signature Mandarin Oriental Cake Shop.
The owner and developer of the project is Asta Real Estate Investments and Tourism, which has worked with hospitality consultants Servotel Corporation on the project.
Design firm
Wimberly Allison Tong and Goo (WATG), has been appointed as master planner and architect.
Vedat Asçi, chairman of Asta Real Estate, said: "The Turkish Riviera continues to grow in importance for upscale travellers and we are confident that this opening will significantly add to the area's appeal. Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum will re-define the luxury holiday concept in the Mediterranean with its location, design and legendary service."
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group now operates, or has under development, 42 hotels representing over 10,000 rooms in 27 countries, with 18 hotels in Asia, 12 in The Americas and 12 in Europe and the Middle East.
In addition, the Group operates, or has under development, 13 Residences at Mandarin Oriental connected to its properties.
