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<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a> is a luxury marina in the town of Yalıkavak, perched on the spectacular Bodrum Peninsula in southwestern Turkey. Turkey’s most-awarded marina, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a> is considered one of the leading Mediterranean marinas.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279863/image/large-84291890ae5e335450b9be607761f893.png" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279863">The marina combines breathtaking surrounding scenery with world-class facilities, set against the lively and luxurious backdrop of the Bodrum Peninsula. Up to 620 vessels can be accommodated in <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a>, which also features a helipad and an expansive land-parking area with a 140-boat capacity.Kenan Khudaverdiyev, CEO of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a>, told SuperYacht Times, “With the capacity to accommodate 620 yachts and over 130 boutiques, restaurants, and two luxury hotels, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a> offers yacht owners and visitors alike an unparalleled lifestyle and exclusive privileges. As <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a>, we continue to work towards our goal of becoming a regional hub for travel and entertainment, and we aim to elevate Türkiye’s position in the global luxury tourism industry.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279796/image/large-c1b7f47128d87476fe50c8faf7c1ffbc.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279796">Berthing at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a> satisfies both functional and lifestyle needs. The marina offers full-service state-of-the-art facilities for boat maintenance and repair, shuttle services and yachting warehouses within the marina as well as a fuel station, internet and round-the-clock mooring assistance services.The luxury traveller also benefits from <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a>’s opulent lifestyle facilities, such as the onsite mall, restaurants and nightclubs. The site is set in close proximity to various spas, fitness facilities and beach clubs overlooking the enchanting Aegean Sea.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279799/image/large-ae3cef0f5836cf6df23e325b6fb84b3e.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279799"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a> was the winner of the “World’s Best Superyacht Marina, 2022”, “Best International Marina, 2020-2021” and “World’s Best Superyacht Marina, 2018-2019” awards, awarded by The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA), one of the most prestigious institutions in the global yachting industry, based in the UK. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a> is the first marina in Turkey to be accredited with the 5 Gold Anchors Platinum rating by TYHA. This accreditation signifies world-leading marina standards and an ongoing commitment to a high level of performance and continual improvement.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279802/image/large-c2eaa8db63cbf92d7153f2ca4e61c1ec.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279802">Khudaverdiyev continued, “We are always honoured to receive these prestigious awards as they are testaments by our guests to the high level of service quality and customer satisfaction provided by our marina. That’s why these titles are very valuable and important to us.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279797/image/large-b09cce5c5c372402a537262dc20eaead.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279797"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a>, in partnership with Sunset Hospitality Group, is set to open the ‘<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a> Hotel by Social Living Collection’ in Bodrum, Turkey. The hotel aims to enhance the existing services of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4377" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yalıkavak Marina (Company)">Yalıkavak Marina</a> by offering a stunning hotel experience. Guests will be welcomed to a captivating beach and a unique atmosphere, surrounded by luxurious superyachts in Yalıkavak.Opened 1 August 2023, the <a href="https://www.superyachttimes.com/companies/yalikavak-marina" target="_blank">Yalıkavak Marina</a> Hotel by Socialliving Collection is part of the prestigious Social Living Collection TM by SHG. The hotel features exceptional amenities, including an exquisite infinity pool, four duplex suites, and the one-of-a-kind Yalıkavak Suite. It promises to provide world-class service to its guests.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279800/image/large-9f43f8e0fe08bb54024db7970b792c0b.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279800"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7264" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Yacht Harbour Association (Company)">TYHA</a> is once again gathering votes for the 2023 edition of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7264" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Yacht Harbour Association (Company)">TYHA</a> Marina of the Year Awards, where voters choose between various <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7264" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Yacht Harbour Association (Company)">TYHA</a>-accredited gold anchor marinas. The six categories include: Marina Employee of the Year, Coastal Marina of the Year (under 250 berths and over 250 berths), Inland Marina of the Year, International Marina of the Year, Superyacht Marina of the Year and the Sustainable Marina of the Year. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7264" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Yacht Harbour Association (Company)">TYHA</a> allows one winner per category, decided by the public vote.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/279801/image/large-8d4e304d90ecb7acdcc2b3c6de2e67a9.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/279801">Voting for the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7264" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Yacht Harbour Association (Company)">TYHA</a> Awards opened at midnight on the 1 January 2023, and will remain open until midnight on 27 August 2023. The winners of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7264" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Yacht Harbour Association (Company)">TYHA</a> Marina of the Year Awards will be announced at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/7264" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="The Yacht Harbour Association (Company)">TYHA</a> awards ceremony at the Southampton Boat Show 2023, held between 15 September and 24 September 2023.

Get to know Yalıkavak Marina, Turkey 

Yalıkavak Marina is Turkey’s most-awarded marina, perched on the spectacular Bodrum Peninsula in southwestern Turkey.