Minor Hotels announces the development of Anantara Retreat Çeşme and Anantara Residences Çeşme, a new luxury retreat and branded residences in Türkiye’s renowned Aegean region. Scheduled to open in 2030, the project will strengthen Minor Hotels’ growing luxury portfolio in Türkiye while expanding into one of the country’s most sought-after leisure destinations.
Located in the village of Çakabey within the Çeşme district of İzmir Province, the newly built property will be surrounded by vineyards, rolling hills and the natural beauty of Türkiye’s Aegean region. The development will comprise 54 guestrooms, suites and private pool villas, alongside 50 branded residences and feature multiple dining options a rooftop skygazing bar, an Anantara Spa & Wellness centre and expansive facilities including pools, tennis and padel courts, as well as a Kids & Teens Club.
Part of the wider Castello Fontana masterplan, the retreat is being developed by Arikan Proje Geliştirme A.Ş. The mixed-use destination has been conceived around art, gastronomy, agriculture, culture and wellbeing, creating a distinctive luxury escape that reflects the character of Türkiye’s Aegean landscape.
Amir Golbarg, Chief Operating Officer Minor Hotels Middle East & Africa commented: “Çeşme is one of Türkiye’s most exciting emerging luxury destinations, offering an exceptional combination of natural beauty, culinary heritage and wellness experiences. Anantara Retreat is the ideal brand for this intimate development, and together with our partners we look forward to creating an authentic destination that celebrates the unique spirit of the region while strengthening our long-term growth in Türkiye.”
Orfea Tito Arıkan, Chair of the Board of Arıkan Proje Geliştirme, also commented: “We are delighted to be collaborating with Minor Hotels to bring the Anantara brand to Castello Fontana. Through this partnership, centred on the rapidly expanding concept of experiential tourism, we share a vision of creating an international destination that brings together hospitality, culture, gastronomy, nature and wellbeing while reflecting the distinctive character of Çeşme.”
Alongside its renowned coastline, Çeşme also offers a rich inland landscape of vineyards, olive groves, thermal springs and historic villages, making it an increasingly sought-after destination for gastronomy, wellness and nature-led escapes. Located approximately one hour from İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport, the retreat combines seclusion with convenient access from Türkiye’s third-largest city.
