Swissotel Istanbul, The Bosphorus

Bayildim cad. No: 2 Macka Besiktas

Istanbul, TR

Rating: unknown 5 Star Government rating; member of the Leading Hotels of the World, 18th best hotel in Europe, by Travel + Leisure Magazine in 2002

The Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul is the "Meeting Point" within the Istanbul society. The hotel, a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, is the premier hotel in Istanbul. The hotel has received over the years various accolades and awards. It has been three times awarded "Best Place to stay in the World" by the Conde Nast Traveller Gold List in 1999 and 2001. The hotel has also received the prestigious "Five Star Diamond Award" in 2000 and 2001 from the American Academy of Hospitality Science. The Swissotel is located in the center of the city in a park setting on the European banks of the Bosphorus. The spacious gardens of the hotel were previously the gardens of the Dolmabahce Palace, which was the last residence of the Ottoman Sultans. Situated on a wooded hilltop, the hotel commands panoramic views of the Bosphorus, Asian coast and the old city of Istanbul. Sixty-five percent of the guest rooms and most of the public space offer spectacular views of the Bosphorus. The elegant, full of light decoration of the hotel creates a relaxing ambience. Located in the center of the European side of the city within a secluded residential quarter close to the business districs.The hotel offers a fantastic view over the Bosphorus.It is just a 10 minutes walk from the exclusive shopping district of Nisantasi, a short taxi ride away from the city's principal tourists attractions and thirty minutes from Atat??????rk International Airport. * 15 miles/24 km northeast from Atat??????rk International Airport; accessible by taxi or pre-arranged bus shuttle * Izmit, a nearby industrial town, is located 65 miles/100 km east on the Asia side * Bursa is Turkey's automotive and textile capital, located 160 miles/250 km south of Istanbul

Room Information

Classic Room Garden View

Our specious rooms look over to the gardens of Dolmabahce Palace. Rooms are 38 m2, king or twin, equipped with writing desk,high speed internet,bedside room controller,setalitte tv and voice mail.Available as connecting rooms as well.

Classic Room Bosphorus View

Our specious Bosphorus rooms offer magneficiant views of the bosphorus. Rooms are 38 m2, king or twin, equipped with writing desk,high speed internet,bedside room controller,setalitte and voice mail.Available as connecting rooms.

Premier Room

Premier corner room, with Bosphorus View, King Bed, 48m2, Braodband internet access, coffee maker.

Swiss Business Advantage Room

38 m2, King or Twin Beds,provide top of the line technology for today's business travellers. Writing desk with high speed internet,fax,printer and copier.Complimentary tea and coffe facility in the room and available as connecting as well.

Crest Room Garden View

Crest Room, Executive with Garden view, 48m2, King Bed, Broadband Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Butler Service.

Executive Room

38 m2, Access to Executive Lounge with amenities such as upgraded continental breakfast and evening drinks.Additionally private butler service,one complimentary suit pressing,coffee machine,wireless connection,available as connecting

Crest Room with Bosphorus View

Crest Room, Executive with Bosphorus view, 48m2, King Bed, Broadband Internet Access, Coffee Maker, Butler Service, Private Lounge ACC.

Junior Suite

Junior Suite with partial Bosphorus View, 67m2, open plan living room, coffee maker, access to private lounge.

Jacuzzi Suite

Jacuzzi Suite, panoramic jacuzzi with Bosphorus View, 70m2, Broadband Internet, Coffee Maker.

Terrace Suite

TERRACE SUITE WITH BOSPHORUS VIEW, 85m2, KING BED,LIVING ROOM,DVD PLAYER,TERRACE,COFFEE MAKER

Deluxe Suite Garden View

DELUXE SUITE-101SQM-GARDEN VIEW-KING BED/LIVING ROOM/COFFEE MAKER/ACCESS TO PRIVATE LOUNGE

Panorama Suite

Panaroma Suite, 101 sqm ,Bosphorus view, fully renovated, spacious living room, in-room fax, safe, modem outlet, dual phone lines, cont breakfast in Executive Lounge, comp pressing, butler service

Executive Suite Bosphorus View

EXECUTIVE SUITE 101SQM WITH BOSPHORUS VIEW.KING BED/SEPERATE LIVING ROOM,DVD PLAYER,BROADBAND,ACCESS TO LOUNGE

Executive Terrace Suite

EXECUTIVE TERRACE SUITE WITH BOSPHORUS VIEW.KING BED,LIVING ROOM,DVD PLAYER,TERRACE,COFFEE MAKER,BUTLER SERVICE

Presidential Suite

PRESIDENTIAL SUITE WITH TWO BEDROOM AND SEPERATE LIVING/DINING ROOM.230SQM WITH TERRACE.JACUZZI AND RAIN SHOWER

Restaurants

Gaja Roof

A very elegant outdoor restaurant with 80 seats situated on the top floor of the hotel with exuisite views. Open during the summer months. International dishes ranging from French to japanese are served in this most popular entertainment venue.

Miyako

Large variety of Japanese food. Varieties especially nigiri and maki sushi,sashimi,tempura,deep fried vegetables or fish. Shabu-shabu and sukiyakidishes prepared at the guests tables. Tappanyaki grills and many more.

Chalet

Swiss Chalet situated in the hotel gardens is a traditional house brought from the Swiss Alps Typical dishes such as fondue and raclette available in a very cozy athmosphere. Special Sunday breakfast is served between 11:00am to 14:30pm.

Oasis

Oasis is an outdoor restaurant with 60 seats, serving Meditteranean Cuisine during the summer months. Excellent setting and food in a casual athmosphere

Lobby Lounge

Situated at Lobby level,with 130 seats this Lounge offers light dishes and afternoon teas. Entertainment available on the weekends.Afternoon tea is served from 15:30 to 18:30.

Swiss Gourmet

Organic products, Homemade bakery products, cakes, pastries,pralines,kinds of honey, chocolates, local and imported wines and international cheeses and cold cuts. Sandwiches are available all day. Coffee and Croissant between 09:00 and 10:30am.

Cafe Suisse

Casual restaurant with 120 seats, offering international cuisine. Both a la carte and buffet available.During the summer months guest may take advantage of our exquisite terrace overlooking the Bosphorus.

Area Attractions

Dolmabahce Palace

Swiss??????tel The Bosphorus, Istanbul is situated on the gardens which once belonged to the Dolmabahce Palace. Dolmabahce Palace was the last residence of the Ottoman Sultans, and the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, lived his last

Grand Bazaar

At the covered bazaar there are hundreds of vendors selling everything from pottery to silver to leather. Only 3 miles/5 km from the hotel, one must experience the bargaining at the Grand Bazaar.

Hippodrome

4.5 miles/7 km from the hotel.

Kariye Museum

This ancient Byzantium church is very famous for the well preserved frescos depicting religious scenes. 4.5 miles/7 km from the hotel.

Saint Sophia Museum/Blue Mosque

3 miles/5 km from the hotel. St. Sophia Museum is closed on Mondays.

Shopping

The hotel is a 15 minute walk to the main shopping district of Istanbul.

Spice Bazaar

In this covered bazaar all the spices of the world can be found. Located only 4 miles/6 km from the hotel.

Taksim District

The famous Flower Passage, a typical dine-out place which is favored by the locals, is located in the Taksim District. Pedestrian street housing, cinemas, theaters and many restaurants populate this intriguing area which is a two minute taxi ride from the

Topkapi Palace

This palace, 3 miles/5 km from the hotel, is located where the acropolis of Byzantium once stood overlooking the Golden Horn, the Bosphorus and the sea of Marmara. Since 1924 it has been a museum displaying jewels, kitchen and porcelain goods, costumes an