 The Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel is conveniently located close to central areas and ring roads. Guests will find the centre of Atakoy, with its shops and links to the public transport network, just 5 minutes' walk away and it is 8 minutes on foot to the district's restaurants. The bars and pubs of Bakirkoy are a 10-minute ride away on public transport. It is 10 km from Istanbul's centre and tourist magnet Sultanahmet, and within walking distance of the Galleria shopping mall. All the main sights of the city, such as the Hagia Sophia, the Topkapi Palace, the Underground Cistern, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar are under 20 minutes away on public transport. The hotel lies only 8 km from Ataturk Airport.
Built in 2009, this family-friendly city hotel satisfies all guests' needs through meticulous attention to detail. It comprises a total of 285 guest rooms (24 suites, 32 specially designed club rooms) which all enjoy sea views as well as the Asian Fusion restaurant serving modernised Far Eastern cuisine, a trendy lounge bar acclaimed for its offbeat music and concept and a main restaurant, Cook Book, which features unique flavours. This hotel is ideal for both business travellers and holidaymakers alike and there are 9 meeting rooms and 2 ballrooms designed to cater for all demands. Further facilities on offer to guests at this air-conditioned establishment include a lobby area with a 24-hour reception service, a currency exchange facility, a cloakroom and lift access. It offers a hairdressing salon and younger guests can let off steam in the children's playground. There is a cafe, WLAN Internet access (for an additional fee) and guests may also take advantage of the room and laundry services (charges apply to both). There is a car park and covered garage parking available for those arriving by car.
The exceptionally spacious non-smoking rooms are 30 m² in size and come with a private bathroom with toiletries, bathrobes, a bathroom telephone, a shower/bathtub, a full-length mirror and a hairdryer. They are equipped with a 32-inch flat-screen plasma TV with cable and pay-TV channels, a generously sized work desk, a direct dial telephone with international calling and voicemail facility, WLAN Internet access and a minibar. All rooms offer a king-size or double bed and are designed to sleep a maximum of 3 guests per room. They also offer a kettle, free tea and coffee service and an iron and ironing board, as well as an in-room safe and a radio. Children's beds and wheelchairs are available on request. Furthermore, air conditioning and heating units are provided in all accommodation as standard.
The hotel features the Positive Spa & Fitness Club with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, including a children's swimming area and a gym. Guests can unwind at the poolside snack bar (charges apply) and on sun loungers, and sports enthusiasts may try out the running track. There are tennis courts (charges apply), basketball facilities, a sauna and a Turkish bath. It is also possible to relax with a massage treatment (for an additional fee).
The hotel serves not only unique flavours in many of its restaurants and bars but also turns guests' dining experience into a real feast. Asian Fusion is the modernised Far Eastern cuisine restaurant, while Trendy Lounge is recognised for its offbeat music and innovative concept and the main restaurant serves savoury dishes and offers a range of pleasing tastes.
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(5 stars)