Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul is located in the centre of Istanbul on the European banks of the Bosphorus within a delightful park setting. The hotel's spacious gardens were previously the gardens of the Dolmabahce Palace, the last residence of the Ottoman Sultans. Situated on a wooded hilltop, Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul commands panoramic views of the Bosphorus, the Asian coast and the old city of Istanbul. Within easy access of many Istanbul attractions, the hotel is just a 15-minute walk from Istanbul's main shopping district.
Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul offers an array of accommodation options for modern travellers, with the majority of the hotel guest rooms offering spectacular views of the Bosphorus. The hotel's 600 guest rooms and suites offer guests a wide range of luxurious accommodation, from the comfort of a Standard room to the grace of a Presidential Suite. Swiss Executive Floor rooms offer an exceptional service and an Executive Lounge with upgraded continental breakfast.

With 16 diverse restaurants, bars and lounges Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul provides guests with a wide choice of fine International cuisines. From International cuisine at Café Swiss, Alpine cuisine at Chalet Restaurant to International and Mediterranean cuisine at the Gaja Restaurant and authentic Japanese delicacies at Miyako Japanese Restaurant, Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul caters to the most discerning diners.

Hotel guests wanting to maintain a fitness regime during their stay at Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul can take advantage of the Amrita Spa & Wellness. Facilities include an outdoor pool with a separate children's section, heated indoor pool, a jacuzzi, a gym with cardiovascular equipment, a sauna, a solarium and a traditional Turkish bath with massage services.

The Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul also provides a total of 5970 square metres of meeting space comprising 28 function rooms including three ballrooms.

GUESTROOM FEATURES

The hotel rooms feature remote control interactive TV sets with satellite broadcasting, mini-bars, voice mails, direct dial phones with dataport, safe box and fire alarm detectors and sprinkler to insure safety. The Swiss Executive Floor rooms offer private butler service, espresso machine, fax, scanner, printer, copier, trouser press, iron and ironing board, tea and coffee making facilities, and also ISDN and modem connections. Besides the complimentary breakfast served in Swiss Executive Lounge, all day appetizers buffet, refreshments and evening drinks are also offered. Room service is available for 24 hours.

FOOD & BEVERAGE OUTLETS

Ten diverse restaurants, bars, and lounges provide the guests a choice of international fine cuisines. Café Swiss serves international cuisine (breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet) while Alpine mountain cuisine can be sampled at the restaurant Chalet. For guests who desire Modern Global cuisine Roof Garden provides an excellent spread with a fabulous view of the Bosphorus. Miyako Japanese Restaurant is for guests who would like to explore the natural simplicity of true Japanese tradition. In Naz Restaurant, guests can enjoy the most delicious dishes of the traditional Turkish cuisine.

Not only that, the hotel houses a wide variety of F&B outlets, to cater to the most discerned diners: Les Ambassadeurs Bar in the Lobby, Sky Bar overlooking the Bosphorus, Jacuzzi Bar with light dishes in Wellness Center, Swiss Gourmet Shop and Oasis which serves poolside barbeque and snacks during Summer only.

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

The sumptuous The Bosphorus Wellness Center has been designed for guests to relax and unwind or a challenging workout. Facilities include: outdoor pool with a separate children's section, heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, gym with cardiovascular equipment, sauna, solarium, traditional Turkish bath and massage. There are also activity classes, Macka Tennis Club with three open and covered tennis courts, Darphin beauty center and 500m jogging track in our unique Sultan’s Park area.

Swissôtel The Bosphorus provides a shopping arcade with a large variety of famous brands. While enjoying your visit to the hotel you may also take pleasure in an exciting shopping experience without leaving the hotel. Besides Vakko, and Piril Bazaar boutiques there are Bvlgari, Sponza and Urart jewellery, Mehmet & Huseyin hairdresser, Finansbank, Etistar Photography, Drugstore, Dunya Bookstore and Zihni Travel Agency for a memoriable Istanbul visit.

MEETING, BANQUETING & CONFERENCE FACILITIES

With newly renovated and upgraded 26 superb function rooms including 3 ballrooms, including a Swissôffice business center, the hotel is well capable to cater to the most lavish banquet to meetings and conferences for up to 1600 persons. Extensive banqueting and outside catering facilities provide a diverse range of culinary style, expertly prepared by renowned chefs.

"Swissôffice" business center provides secretarial assistance, telecommunications, personal computers, translation, notary and courier services, private office space, cellular phone rental and the latest information on Turkish and International business. Swissôtel guests can also experience the convenience of wireless communication in the lobby or meeting rooms.
Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul also answers the requirements of those on the Asian Side with its "Swissôtel Conference Center" equipped with the latest technology in sound, lightening and visual systems.
With its enchanting atmosphere, Sepetçiler Kasri, built in 1591 during the Ottoman times, is an incomparable location for your meetings, dinners and cocktail parties with its amazing Bosphorus view terraces and warm fireside atmosphere. Swissôtel’s boats “The Istanbul 1” and "The Istanbul 2", dashing and swaying on the waves of the magnificent Bosphorus, are also an exciting choice for all special receptions and activities.
Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul
Bayildim Caddesi 2, Maçka Bes¸iktas¸, 34357 Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: (+90-212) 326-1100
Fax: (+90-212) 326-1122
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Hotel Information
474 rooms, 23 suites

Open Year Round

24 kilometers from Ataturk Int'l Airport
Features
Banquets 
Business Meetings 
City Center 
High-Speed Internet Access 
On-Site Pool 
Outdoor Pool 
Spa 

Cards Accepted
Major credit cards

Overview

Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul is the "Meeting Point" within the Istanbul society. The hotel, as a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, is one of the premier hotels in Istanbul. The hotel has received over the years various accolades and awards. It has been six times awarded "Best Places to Stay in the World" by the Conde Nast Traveler Gold List in 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005. The hotel has also received the prestigious "Five Star Diamond Award" in 2000, 2001 and 2002 from the American Academy of Hospitality Science as well as "The Institution that gives the Best Training in Tourism Industry" award from Skalite 2003 Quality in Tourism Awards in Turkey. Concerning price, quality and value relationships, Travel + Leisure magazine’s readers have rated the best hotels around the world for value and Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul is among the "Top 10 Hotels For Value Overall". Recently the hotel has been named to the T+L 500, Travel + Leisure’s annual list of the 500 greatest hotels and resorts in the world, featured in January 2006 issue. 600 guest rooms and suites offer guests a wide range of luxurious accommodation, from the comfort of a standard room to the grace of a Presidential Suite. Swiss Executive Floor rooms offer an exceptional service and Executive Lounge with upgraded continental breakfast.

Dining

Ten diverse restaurants, bars, and lounges provide the guests a choice of international fine cuisines. Café Swiss serves international cuisine (breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet) while Alpine cuisine can be sampled at Chalet restaurant. For guests who desire modern global cuisine Roof Garden provides an excellent spread with a fabulous view of the Bosphorus. Miyako Restaurant is for guests who would like to explore the natural simplicity of true Japanese and Chinese traditions. Not only that, the hotel houses a wide variety of F&B outlets, to cater to the most discerned diners: Les Ambassadeurs Bar in the Lobby, Sky Bar overlooking the Bosphorus, Jacuzzi Bar with light dishes in Wellness Center, Swiss Gourmet Shop and Oasis which serves poolside barbeque and snacks during Summer only.

Recration and Health

Sumptuous The Bosphorus Wellness Center has been designed for guests to relax and unwind or a challenging workout. Facilities include: outdoor pool with a separate children's section, heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, gym with cardiovascular equipment, sauna, solarium, traditional Turkish bath and massage. There are also activity classes, Macka Tennis Club with three open and covered tennis courts, Darphin beauty center and 500m jogging track in our unique Sultan’s Park area. Swissôtel The Bosphorus provides a Shopping Arcade with a large variety of famous brands. While enjoying your visit to the hotel you may also take pleasure in an exciting shopping experience without leaving the hotel. Besides Vakko, Piril Bazaar boutiques there are Bvlgari, Sponza, Van Cleef and Arpels and Urart jewellery, Mehmet & Huseyin hairdresser, Finansbank, Etistar Photography, Drugstore, an Internations Book and Newspaper Store and A Line Travel Agency for a memorable Istanbul visit.

Features

With 26 superb function rooms including 3 ballrooms, including a Swissôffice business center, the hotel is well capable to cater to the most lavish banquet to meetings and conferences for up to 1600 persons. Extensive banqueting and outside catering facilities provide a diverse range of culinary style, expertly prepared by renowned chefs. "Swissôffice" business center provides secretarial assistance, telecommunications, personal computers, translation, notary and courier services, private office space, cellular phone rental and the latest information on Turkish and International business. Swissôtel guests can also experience the convenience of wireless communication in the lobby or meeting rooms. Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul also answers the requirements of those on the Asian Side with its "Swissôtel Conference Center" equipped with the latest technology in sound, lightening and visual systems.