Location
The hotel is located in Taksim, where history and different cultures stand side by side. It enjoys an excellent location, close to congress valley and various business centres, as well as landmarks such as the Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. It is easy to access the area's modern shopping malls via the metro station beside the hotel. Istanbul’s international airport is approximately 20 km away.
Facilities
181 rooms and 9 suites are located on 10 storeys and can be reached by 2 lifts. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service. Wireless internet access in public areas (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services include a babysitting service (for a fee), medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a page service. 8 conference rooms are available for lectures, presentations and meetings.
Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and central heating. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. An extra bed is available for a fee. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Some of the wheelchair-friendly rooms have a wheelchair-accessible bathroom. The hotel has 55 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The pleasantly heated water of the indoor and outdoor pools guarantees comfortable swimming. A hot tub invites guests to soothe their muscles, and a poolside snack bar will take care of any hungry bellies. Comfortable sun loungers are available on the sun terrace. After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon and hydrotherapy treatments. Subject to charge: massage treatments.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining 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. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between à la carte and a set menu.
Payment
The hotel accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.