Duja Didim

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Excellent family facilities, from kids’ club to aqua park
🍹 Variety of bars & restaurants, including Turkish & Italian à la carte
😊 Warm, friendly atmosphere with plenty of entertainment
🌊 True seafront setting with direct beach access
🛋️ Fresh, modern décor in rooms and public spaces
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: All Inclusive

Child age guideline: up to 11yrs for child pricing; kids’ club for 4–12yrs.
Seven accommodation blocks, 454 rooms, three lifts and seven floors create a medium‑large resort with a village feel.

Altinkum literally means “golden sands” – and Duja Didim makes the most of them. The resort spills down gentle terraces to its beachfront, where clear, shallow waters are ideal for paddling and watersports.

You’re around 500m from local shops, bars and restaurants, while Altinkum’s main resort centre, with its trio of beaches, harbour and lively evening scene, is approximately 3.5km away. This stretch of the Turkish Aegean also puts you within reach of major historical sites, including the Temple of Apollo at Didyma and, on a longer day trip, the ruins of Ephesus.

• Direct access to the beach
• 500m to nearest shops, bars & restaurants
• 3.5km to Altinkum resort centre

Approx. transfer time from airport: 2 hours (from Bodrum BJV)

Altinkum, Bodrum Area, Turkey

Duja Didim’s All Inclusive dining scene is designed for choice and flexibility. The main Swadesh Restaurant is the buffet hub, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with live show-cooking and family-friendly touches like highchairs and microwaves.

Four à la carte venues add variety on longer stays (reservation required; one visit per stay included on a minimum 4‑night All Inclusive stay, subject to availability):
• Anatolian A La Carte – traditional Turkish flavours in a relaxed setting.
• La Scala A La Carte – Italian favourites and kids’ options.
• Huayuan A La Carte – Asian‑influenced dishes with a dedicated children’s menu.
• Thetis A La Carte – dinner by the beach with a holiday‑feel setting.

Snacks are well covered, from La Scala Snack and Sea Beach Snack buffets to Meetha Patisserie’s sweet treats. Drinks flow from a network of bars, including Aqua Bar, Pool Bar, Sea Beach Bar, Raay Lobby Bar, Shaanti Garden Bar and a dedicated Coffee Bar. Expect a smart‑casual dress code in restaurants and note that reservations, opening times and supplements can vary by season and board.

The heart of the resort is its pool and aqua park complex.

• 2 main outdoor freshwater pools, one with a dedicated children’s section
• Heated outdoor pool with kids’ area (seasonal heating; May–November, subject to conditions)
• Separate pool with sunbathing terrace, loungers and parasols
• Full aqua park featuring slides, inflatable ring slides, multi‑lane racers and an aqua bowl (May–October; age/height restrictions may apply)
• Splash park with tipping water bucket and water features, ideal for younger children (May–November, typically mornings only)

Pool towels are free, and inflatables and water toys are generally permitted in designated pools. Direct access to the beach means you can swap between poolside and the Aegean in minutes, with additional chargeable watersports such as motorised activities, windsurfing and giant inflatables operated by an external provider.

When you’re ready for a break from the slides, there’s a good line‑up of wellness and activity options:

• Spa & wellness – sauna, steam room, Turkish bath and a menu of massage and beauty treatments (charges apply; min age typically 10+ for spa area)
• Gym – air‑conditioned fitness room with cardio machines and free weights (18+, usually 09:00–19:00, May–November)
• Sports – darts, beach or pool volleyball and yoga sessions

Other on‑site facilities include a mini‑market for essentials, reception with luggage storage and wheelchair hire (on request and subject to availability).

Family Village Suite Room
Sleeps: minimum 2 – maximum 4
Spacious, village‑style accommodation ideal for families. Suites generally include a bedroom plus additional sleeping area, with balcony or terrace.

Family Village Room
Sleeps: minimum 2 – maximum 4
Designed for families, with two bedrooms – one with a double bed, the other with two twin beds – plus balcony and plenty of storage.

Standard Double or Twin Room – Land View (Main Building)
Sleeps: minimum 2 – maximum 3
Bright, comfortable rooms in the main building with land views and a private balcony.

Standard Double or Twin Room – Sea View (Main Building)
Sleeps: minimum 2 – maximum 3
As above but with a sea-facing aspect to make the most of the Aegean outlook.

Standard Double or Twin Room – Land View (Main Building, Sole Use)
Sleeps: minimum 1 – maximum 3
Great for solo travellers wanting the convenience of the main building and balcony space.

Standard Double or Twin Room – Sea View (Main Building, Sole Use)
Sleeps: minimum 1 – maximum 3
Similar layout with the bonus of a sea view.

Standard Village Room
Sleeps: minimum 2 – maximum 3
Set in the lower-rise village area for a more resort‑style feel, with balcony or terrace.

Standard Village Room – Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1 – maximum 3
All the essentials in a village setting, ideal for solo guests.

In‑room amenities (vary slightly by type but typically include):
Flat‑screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, balcony, kettle and coffee/tea facilities (in most main-building and family units), fridge, hairdryer, individually controlled air‑conditioning, shower bathroom and daily housekeeping. Minibars are stocked daily and may incur a local charge depending on item and board.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

• Daily daytime entertainment (May–September), from pool games to team sports and water‑based fun
• Regular daytime activities in shoulder season (September–October)
• Evening entertainment programme (May–October), including in‑house shows, professional performances, live music, DJ sets, quizzes, karaoke and a mini‑disco for younger guests
• Aqua park and splash park with slides and water features (seasonal)
• Watersports on the beach (external provider, extra charge; includes motorised options, inflatables, windsurfing and water polo)
• Gym workouts, casual volleyball, darts and yoga sessions

• 24‑hour reception with luggage storage
• Wheelchair hire on request (subject to availability)
• Certified sustainable hotel initiatives (such as reduced single‑use plastics and energy‑saving measures, subject to change)
• On‑site mini‑market for holiday essentials and snacks
• Spa with sauna, steam room, Turkish bath and paid treatments (approx. 09:00–19:00, May–November)
• On‑site hairdresser
• Complimentary pool towels
• Free Wi‑Fi throughout the resort

Children’s facilities: five restaurants with highchairs and children’s menus, kids’ club (4–12yrs) running a full programme of arts and crafts, sports, games, movie nights, story time and music; outdoor playground; indoor soft play and climbing area; splash park and aqua park (restrictions may apply).

Local area snapshot – Altinkum & Bodrum Area:
• Language: Turkish
• Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
• Time difference: GMT +2 (typically +3 in summer)
• Average UK–Bodrum flight time: around 4.5 hours
• Altinkum’s beaches are sandy and gently shelving – ideal for children – with plenty of seafront cafés and bars.
• Nearby history: Temple of Apollo at Didyma and easy day trips to sites such as Ephesus.

Hotel information, opening dates and entertainment details are based on previous seasons and may change. Some facilities operate seasonally, subject to weather, occupancy or local regulations, and age/height restrictions may apply in certain areas (especially aqua and splash parks).

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Turkey advice.

Duja Didim Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Duja Didim a good choice for families with children?
Yes. Duja Didim is set up with families in mind: there’s a kids’ club for ages 4–12, a splash park and full aqua park, children’s sections in the main pools, an indoor play area and outdoor playground, plus highchairs and kids’ menus in several restaurants. Many rooms are configured for families, including village rooms and suites sleeping up to four.

2. What does All Inclusive cover at Duja Didim?
All Inclusive at Duja Didim typically includes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant; one à la carte dinner per stay at one of the four à la carte restaurants for guests staying at least 4 nights (reservation required and subject to availability); snacks served at selected outlets for at least 5 hours per day; and a selection of local wine, beer, spirits, hot drinks and soft drinks available 24 hours a day. Minibars are stocked daily. Exact inclusions and times can change, so check the latest details when you arrive.

3. How close is Duja Didim to the beach and Altinkum centre?
The hotel is directly on the seafront with its own beach access from the grounds. You’ll find shops, bars and restaurants about 500m away, while Altinkum’s main resort centre is approximately 3.5km from the hotel and easily reached by taxi or local dolmus bus.

4. Is there a spa and gym at Duja Didim?
Yes. Duja Didim has a spa with sauna, steam room and Turkish bath, along with a range of massage and beauty treatments available for an extra charge. There is also an air‑conditioned gym with cardio equipment and free weights (adults only), plus activities such as darts, volleyball and yoga.

5. What are the swimming and waterpark facilities like?
You’ll have access to two main outdoor freshwater pools, including one with a children’s section, a heated pool (seasonal), and a separate sunbathing pool. The aqua park features several slides, inflatable ring slides, multi‑lane racers and an aqua bowl, while the splash park offers gentler features like tipping buckets for younger children. Pool towels are complimentary, and many pools allow inflatables and water toys. Seasonal opening dates and age/height restrictions apply in the aqua and splash parks.

6. What is the transfer time from Bodrum Airport, and can I book transfers?
The transfer from Bodrum Airport (BJV) to Duja Didim is approximately 2 hours by coach, depending on traffic and resort drop‑offs. When you book your holiday with Travelisto, return transfers can be included or added as part of your package.

7. Does Duja Didim offer Wi‑Fi?
Yes, free Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including many public areas and guest rooms, making it easy to stay connected, stream or share holiday photos.