Gocek and the many remarkable coves and islands surrounding the region are described, by many, as a hidden paradise in Turkey. The crystal clear Mediterranean Sea and adjoining green pine forests in the backdrop of mountains, have founded Gocek as one of the finest destinations for seafarers and tourists seeking luxury and tranquillity.

Gocek boasts six major marinas that serve the regions yachts and yachting tourists. High-quality boarding facilities, daily boat tours, entertainment facilities on the seaside, and numerous nearby beaches ensure a flourishing and fashionable yacht and tourism industry.

For the visitors or property owners staying in Gocek, there are many restaurants, cafes and bars on the promenade as well as a charming resort town with a range of sophisticated hotels and boutiques. Food and drink play an important part of daily life here as it does in the whole of Turkey. All produce is fresh and ripe adding to the delicious flavour of the cooked dishes and meze starters. Bread is baked all through the day and accompanies every meal as is traditional in the Turkish culture.

In 1988, Gocek was awarded the title of a Registered Area of Special Protection therefore, multi-story buildings are not permitted in the architecture; the homes and visitor accommodation are a maximum of two floors including the hotels, apartments, and pensions (bed and breakfast) buildings. Gocek has all the necessary infrastructure, and amenities expected in a successful tourism area, yet it is celebrated as a more peaceful and gentle region than many other European tourism areas.

With its secluded bay, the harbour is quiet and safe for families to explore as they please. The streets are mostly pedestrianised and are lined with tropical flowers and plants indigenous to the warm Mediterranean climate, everywhere is green and lush for as far as the eye can see.

Inlice, Iztuzu and Sarigerme beaches are some of the many beautiful beaches closely available to visitors and holiday home owners in Gocek. Dalyan, a historical area of outstanding natural beauty, is also close by and a must see place for anyone staying in Gocek. The surrounding twelve Islands and World famous Oludeniz beach and lagoon can be reached easily by private charter boats, simple fishing boats and larger yachts for a wonderfully relaxing day out.