Gümbet is the first beach that saw tourism development in Bodrum, due to its proximity to Bodrum town center — only a few minutes by car, or about 10 by public transportation.
It is a small cove separated from Bodrum by one hill decorated with windmills, a characteristic sight of the Bodrum peninsula.
Gümbet is truly cosmopolitan. Five-star hotels and no-star hotels are on the same hill overlooking Gümbet cove. There are houses where people live year-round, but mostly it is a tourist village. Plenty of cafes, restaurants, and bars can be found throughout the village. If Bodrum is one of the busiest resorts in Turkey, Gümbet is Bodrum's most lively spot.
Although Gümbet attracts holidaymakers from around the world, it is mostly a British concept of a holiday. It is where British people, mostly young, have it their way, with lots of beer drinking, fun, and tanning on the beach.
More and more people organize their weddings in Gümbet on a boat.
Hotel prices are lower than in central Bodrum, making Gümbet a budget-friendly option for nightlife seekers.
To get to Gümbet, you can use bus and local minibus services or use a private Bodrum Airport Transfer.