Named after the domed water-cisterns that speckle the countryside near-by, Gümbet is the closest beach to Bodrum – just 10 minutes away by car - and is very popular with British holidaymakers, many of whom choose to stay here close to the beach and venture into Bodrum at night.As it has grown in popularity, however, Gümbet has developed in its own right and now offers a wide choice of lively bars and restaurants, popular with a young crowd. Its long sandy beach is lined with hotels and pensions which attract many young people and watersports enthusiasts with its large windsurfing school and diving courses. Other beach-front watersports are also very popular in Gümbet, including parasailing, ringo and water-skiing. Getting to the centre of Bodrum from Gümbet is very easy with regular dolmus¸ and bus services, as well as a small caique (boat) service that runs from the beach.