Location
Located on the European side of Istanbul with a breathtaking view of the Bosphorus, the hotel is within walking distance of Lutfi Kirdar Congress and Exhibition Centre, Taksim Square and the stylish Nisantasi. It is approximately 24 km to Ataturk International Airport and 45 km to Sabiha Gokcen Airport.
Facilities
499 non-smoking rooms and 15 suites are located on 9 storeys and can be reached by 8 lifts. The reception desk in the lobby is staffed round the clock. Services and facilities include a safe, a currency exchange service, a newspaper stand, a hairdresser, 27 conference rooms and a business centre. Wireless internet access in public areas (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Parking facilities available to guests include a garage (for a fee) and a car park (for a fee).
Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi (for a fee) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. Family rooms are available for parents with children.
Sports/Entertainment
Guests can strike that perfect balance between exercise and relaxation in one of the 2 indoor and outdoor pools. The freshwater pool area, which is in part heated, also has a children's pool. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub (no extra charge) offer the perfect way to unwind. Sun loungers and parasols on the terrace invite guests to relax and unwind. Those who wish to stay active while on holiday can enjoy on-site tennis. For a fee, basketball is also available. Water sports enthusiasts are offered aquafit. A wide range of indoor sporting activities are also offered, for example a gym, callisthenics and aerobics or, for a fee, table tennis and squash. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath and a hammam and, for an additional fee, a beauty salon, massage treatments and a solarium. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a café and a bar. Guests can indulge their palates at the restaurant (smoking area, air conditioning and high chairs). Bed and breakfast is offered as a catering option. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.