– Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) continues its international expansion with the launch of a new hotel concept in the stunning peninsula of Bodrum, Turkiye. Opening this summer, the new Yalıkavak Marina Hotel is the latest in a growing list of developments announced by the Dubai-based hospitality group renowned for creating lifestyle experiences.
Partnering with Bodrum’s award-winning ultra-luxurious Yalıkavak Marina, the hotel providing beach and garden facilities will overlook the glimmering Aegean Sea replete with luxurious superyachts. Accelerating SHG’s Asian and European expansion, the company is continuing to explore further opportunities within the fast-growing Turkish market after the successful opening of METT Hotel & Beach Resort Bodrum in 2021, and soon to open METT Hotel & Beach Resort Marbella – Estepona in south of Spain.
Yalıkavak Marina Hotel Bodrum is a part of the Social Living CollectionTM, a curated collection of hotels and resorts managed by SHG with each property providing outstanding experiences in exclusive locations around the world. The hotel will play host to various world-class amenities, including a private infinity pool exclusive to hotel guests, four duplex suites, and the unique Yalıkavak Suite, which is set to be Bodrum’s most luxury suite.
Voted as the World’s Best Superyacht Marina in 2020-21 and 2018-2019, Yalıkavak Marina is Turkiye’s first high-capacity superyacht marina ranked among the top 10 in the world with its Five Gold Anchor Platinum rating while operating under the Blue Flag and Clean Marina Certificate in recognition of its commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. Yalıkavak Marina also supports the “UNICEF Platinum Wings” Program, which helps disadvantaged children acquire their basic rights in Turkiye and around the world.
Today’s launch announcement is the latest in a series of exciting new developments by SHG and testament to the Dubai-based company’s global ambitions. Its international expansion has so far included venue launches of SUSHISAMBA in the Italian city of Milan, an Azure Beach concept in Nha Trang, Vietnam, and most recently the announcement of a range of new venues – Folie, Attiko, Mamasita, and Santana – in Bali, Indonesia. Further announcements will be communicated in the coming weeks.
Antonio Gonzalez, CEO of SHG, said: “Our new partnership with Yalıkavak Marina in Bodrum will firmly cement Sunset Hospitality Group within the Turkish lifestyle and hospitality market, following the great success of METT Bodrum” . “Through this venture, we aim to elevate what is already a luxurious, highly popular destination by bringing our unique luxury lifestyle offerings. We are extremely excited to further develop our footprint within the Turkish market, which in turn enhances our international strategy, and we remain open to future opportunities.”
Kenan Khudaverdiyev, CEO of Yalıkavak Marina, added: “We are thrilled to be partnering with Sunset Hospitality Group and be a part of its ambitious global expansion. By bringing together the scenic and luxury aspect of Yalıkavak Marina with the lifestyle hospitality expertise of SHG, we look forward to creating a world-renowned destination that will add to enhancing our hotel, leisure, and dining offering.
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Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) was founded in 2011 with a vision to create unique hospitality experiences around the world, ranging from resorts and beach clubs to restaurants and nightlife venues. Since then, the group has grown to become a leading hospitality investment and management company developing new and pioneering concepts and acclaimed multinational brands. SHG has a presence in 15 countries with a proven record in delivering a blend of high-quality services at exceptional locations. SHG’s portfolio includes renowned concepts including METT Hotels & Resorts, Azure Beach, Ammos, Drift Beach Club, AURA SkyPool Lounge, SUSHISAMBA, DREAM, L’Amo Bistro del Mare, Black Tap, Lola Taberna Española, Goldfish, Isola, Raise Fitness & Wellness, and many more. Visit www.sunsethospitality.com
About Yalıkavak Marina:
Yalıkavak Marina is located in Bodrum, Turkiye and was voted the 2022 World’s Best Superyacht Marina, as well as the 2020-2021 International Marina of the Year, and the 2018-2019 World’s Best Superyacht Marina and it holds the British Yacht Harbor Association’s (TYHA) 5 Gold Anchors rating. Yalıkavak Marina is Turkiye’s first high-capacity superyacht marina ranked among the top 10 marinas in the world with its 5 Gold Anchor Platinum rating while operating under the Blue Flag and Clean Marina Certificate in recognition of its commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. Yalıkavak Marina also supports the “UNICEF Platinum Wings” Program, which helps disadvantaged children acquire their basic rights in Turkiye and around the world.
With 620 berths, Yalıkavak Marina offers high-class services for yachts of up to 140m LOA and represents the epicenter of luxury shopping and dining in the Mediterranean, hosting over 130 brands including premium fashion retail, high jewellery and accessories, Michelin-starred restaurants, beach clubs, cafes, bars, health and recreation facilities, as well as a luxury hotel.
Yalıkavak Marina is a desired destination for more than 2 million guests from 120 countries around the world and operates 12 months a year creating jobs for over 1,000 people annually.
