Ortaköy Plajı is a lengthy, serene beach situated in Menderes, İzmir, Turkey. The beach is approximately 1800 meters long, 20 meters wide, and is known for its tranquility and vastness. Its terrain is primarily sandy and rocky, with the sea gradually deepening about 4-5 meters from the shore, which might pose a challenge to non-swimmers. The sea can become wavy in the afternoons, but the clear waters offer visibility to the bottom, making it an enjoyable experience for swimmers.
The beach is easily accessible and is not far from the city center. It offers a range of amenities for visitors. Entrance to the beach is free of charge, and visitors have the choice to use the free section of the beach or the paid beach areas. The paid areas offer facilities such as sun loungers and umbrellas. Visitors also have the option to bring their own beach chairs and umbrellas.
Amenities maintained by the municipality include showers, sinks, changing cabins, and toilets, all available for free. There are also nearby markets where visitors can make purchases. For those who wish to eat or drink, a cafeteria is available on the beach.
Despite its proximity to the city, Ortaköy Plajı is long enough to avoid overcrowding, ensuring a peaceful and enjoyable experience for visitors. However, during peak times, parking on the side streets can be challenging. Visitors can bring their cars right up to the shore, which adds to the convenience. Ortaköy Plajı is a popular choice among families, couples, and groups of friends looking to enjoy the sea, sand, and sun in a serene and comfortable setting.
Ortaköy Plajı amenities include parking, toilet, shower and loungers.
Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and cleanliness of the beach in Izmir, with particular praise for its vastness, tranquility, and the clarity of the sea. The availability of amenities such as showers, toilets, changing cabins, and paid sun loungers and umbrellas is also appreciated. However, some visitors express concerns about the depth of the sea near the shore, which may pose challenges for non-swimmers.
For those visiting Ortaköy Plajı, staying in the nearby town of Menderes offers convenient access to the beach's serene and expansive setting. Many visitors also choose accommodations in İzmir city center, which provides a broader range of dining and entertainment options while still being a short drive away from the beach.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 38.0486315 / Longitude: 27.0494255
Ortaköy Plajı is located in Aegean Region. The following map of Ortaköy Plajı shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 19.6°C/25.6°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 27.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 19.5 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.3 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:03/20:12 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.6 hrs |
| UV Index | 7.7 |
| Cloud Cover | 15% |
| Speed | 12.7 km/h |
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| Gusts | 46.4 km/h |
| Direction | S |
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