Swissôtel The Bosphorus - Istanbul

Name: Swissôtel The Bosphorus - Istanbul
Address: Visnezade Mahallesi, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey
Telephone: +902123261100

Turkey, Istanbul,

Overview Rooms Amenities Polices

Overview

Location

Superbly located on a small hill near the Bosporus, this first-class hotel offers spectacular panoramic views. The extensive hotel complex is located within the former gardens of the famous Dolmabahce Palace, about a 10-minute walk from the centre of Macka Besiktas, with a diverse range of bars, restaurants and extensive shopping facilities. Public transport is available in the vicinity and Istanbul Atatürk airport is located about 24 km away.

Facilities

579 rooms, including 23 suites and 82 apartments, are available to guests in an 18-storey main building and a 9-storey auxiliary building. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access (for a fee) is provided in public areas. The apartment hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities and 8 lifts. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service (for a fee), medical assistance, translation services, room service (for a fee), a laundry service and a hairdresser. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 25 conference rooms.

Rooms

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. 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. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk 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 and WiFi are provided as well. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are provided. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms, 241 non-smoking rooms and 1 smoking room.

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 offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. Those who wish to stay active while on holiday can enjoy on-site basketball. For a fee, tennis is also available. Sport and leisure facilities at the apartment hotel include a gym and table tennis. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam and a solarium. Subject to charge: massage treatments. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.

Meals

Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. A non-smoking restaurant with air conditioning, high chairs and a separate area for smokers is available to guests. Catering options include bed and breakfast and half board. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, guests serve themseves at the buffet or choose their preferred fare from the menu (for lunch and dinner). Special culinary options, such as diet meals, are also available. The hotel offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.