 Location
This hotel is located in the lively neighbourhood of Levent on the European side of the city, with its mix of residential avenues and high-rises, bars and restaurants, and its own shopping district. Guests will find the Levent metro station just about 100 metres away and it is around 500 metres to the nearest restaurants and bars. The Bosphorus is a 10-minute drive, Ortakoy is some 3.5 km, the Dolmabahce Palace is about 4.5 km and it is approximately 5 km to the centre and Taksim Squar
Facilities
Built in 2011, this original hotel marks the first international partnership between Marriott and lifestyle hotelier Ian Schrager. This city business hotel comprises a total of 78 rooms, including 8 singles. It offers great design and also personal, friendly service together with outstanding food, beverages and entertainment. The world renowned Cipriani Restaurant makes its Istanbul debut at this hotel with a menu including some signature dishes. Guests also have access to the famous Billionaire Club, popular on the local nightlife scene. Further facilities on offer to guests at this air-conditioned hotel include a lobby area with 24-hour reception and check-out services, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, a cloakroom, lift access and a hairdressing salon. There is a cafe and guests will appreciate the conference facilities and wireless Internet access. They can also take advantage of the room and laundry services for an additional fee.
Rooms
The spacious deluxe rooms are decorated in warm, natural tones with rosewood and soaped oak wood throughout. The well-appointed rooms have views of the city and feature customised linen, silk carpets and large cupboards. They all come with a private bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower with rain showerheads and offer a king-size or double bed. They have a Bang & Olufsen flat-screen TV with cable access, an iPod docking station, high-speed Internet access, a fully stocked minibar and a safe. Furthermore, air conditioning and heating are provided in all accommodation as standard.
Sports/Entertainment
For relaxation, the hotel features the ESPA, a beautifully designed 3-floor spa facility which includes 15 treatment rooms, an indoor, heated pool and an extensive gym facility. This fabulous spa has an atmosphere of opulence and is decorated in rich metallic woods and embossed bronze floors softened by upholstered walls and comfortable seating. A comprehensive menu of beauty and health treatments is offered (charges apply) in the multiple treatment rooms. These include a VIP suite decorated with patterned leather floors and smokey walls where couples can unwind in the oversize bathtub, steam shower and unique relaxation bed suspended from the ceiling. A stunning pool and a state-of-the-art gym complete this extraordinary experience. It is also possible to enjoy a relaxing massage for an additional fee.
Meals
A continental breakfast is available to guests in buffet form. Lunch and dinner are served at the famous Cipriani Restaurant, which offers the sophistication of the Cipriani heritage along with the relaxed joie de vivre of European cafe society.
Payment
American Express, Diners Club, JCB, MasterCard and VISA are accepted at this establishment.
How to get there
Guests arriving from Ataturk Airport should take the Yesilkoy and Bakirkoy coastal road. Continue onto Kennedy Street, cross the Galata Bridge and continue onto Barbaros Boulevard then Buyukdere Street. After 1 km, the hotel is on the right-hand side.
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(5 stars)