… situated on a wooded hilltop to offer panormic views of the Asian Coast and beyond.
Istanbul is a huge metropolis connecting continents, cultures, religions and being home to eleven million people; and one of the greatest business and cultural centre of the region. Istanbul is the only city in the world to sit astride two continents. Its west part is in Europe and east part is in Asia. The important waterline dividing Istanbul into two is the Bosphorus. In its south stretches Marmara Sea and in its north is Black Sea. The only alternative to reach the Aegean Sea and the Meditteranean Sea, therefore to open sea is to use Istanbul and the the Bosphorus. Istanbul is both the nearest Asian city to Europe and the nearest European city to Asia. What adds to Istanbul's significance is its being a port city and all trade paths' passing through the city for thousands of years.
The Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus Istanbul is located in the centre 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 Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus creates a relaxing ambience. Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul is one of the "Meeting Points" within the Istanbul society.
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Guestrooms & Suites : Each of 571 spacious guestrooms, suites and apartments of Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus is decorated in exquisite sytle. The spectacular view of the Bosphorus creates a sense of serenity in the centre of the bustling city of Istanbul.
All guestroom and suites are equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, cable/satellite TV, satellite broadcasting, international direct dial telephone with voicemail, minibar, safe and marble bathroom with hairdryer, bathtub/shower, bathrobes and bathroom amenities.
On the top 5 floors of Hotel swissôtel The Bosphorus 59 Swiss Executive rooms are available. These rooms are serviced with butlers to give fully personalized service to meet all the requests of international travelers. They feature privileged use of the Swiss Executive Lounge, where private check-in, check-out, complimentary breakfast and afternoon drinks are offered.
  • The Superior Parkview Rooms with a size of 38sqms are equipped with a king-size bed or two twin-size beds. These rooms offer parkview.
  • The Deluxe Seaview Rooms have a size of 38sqms and are equipped with a king-size bed or two twin-size beds too but these rooms offer view of the Bosphorus.
  • The Executive Seaview Rooms have a size of 38sqms featuring a king-size bed or two twin-size beds. These rooms offer view of the Bosphorus. The Executive Seaview Rooms are located on the top five floors of the hotel, the Executive Floors, so guests of these rooms have complimentary access to the Swiss Executive Loinge.
  • The spacious Junior Suites have a size of 67sqms featuring a king-size bed. The junior suites offer park view with partial view of the Bosphorus and feature a separate living area. These junior suites are located on the top five floors of the hotel, the Executive Floors, und guests of these rooms have access to the Swiss Executive Lounge.
  • The Deluxe Suites at Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus Istanbul have a size of 101sqms offering a spacious living area with city view and they are equipped with espresso machine, fax, printer, modem and trouser press. The marble bathroom features a bathtub and separate shower. The Deluxe Suites are located on the executive floor and guests of these suites have access to the Swiss Executive Lounge.
  • The Executive Suites have a size of 101sqms. These suites offer a spacious living room with Bosphorus view and they are equipped with espresso machine, fax, printer, modem and trouser press. The marble bathroom features bathtub and separate shower.The Executive Suites are located on the executive floor and guests of these suites have access to the Swiss Executive Lounge.
  • The Japanese Suite at Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus is luxuriously and elegantly decorated. These suite feature a bedroom and a separate living area. This suite is equipped with espresso machine, fax, printer, modem and trouser press. The luxurious marble bathroom features a bathtub, Jacuzzi and separate shower.
  • The two Presidential Suites have a size of 230sqms and they are luxuriously and elegantly decorated. These suites feature two bedrooms, a large living room and kitchen and they are equipped with espresso machine, fax, printer, modem and trouser press. The luxurious marble bathroom features a bathtub, Jacuzzi and separate shower.
  • In a separate tower of Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus, 74 one and two bedroom Residential Suites are perfectly suited for families, and relocating business travelers. The suites are apartment-like, featuring a lounge and fully equipped kitchenette. The suites are also available for office rental. Building amenities of the Swissôtel Residence include a launderette for self-service laundry, a complimentary breakfast room, and guests of the Swissôtel Residence benefit from the full services of the hotel. Special long-term rates are available.
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Cuisine & Cocktails : Dine in one of Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus' outstanding restaurants. Each has its own distinctive motif and menu. The restaurants, bars and lounges provide the guests a choice of international fine cuisines.
  • Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Café Suisse is a coffee shop featuring international specialities including an extensive buffet and ? la carte menu. Enjoy the terrace seating during the summer months with the spectacular view of the Bosphorus.
  • Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday, Miyako is a typical Japanese restaurant featuring a Tatami room for private dining, a Sushi bar, Tempura and Tapenyaki sections. The view from the restaurant overlooks Japanese gardens. Chinese Specialities are also served.
  • Open for dinner daily during the winter months, closed on Tuesdays, the Swiss Chalet Restaurant is located in a typical 100 year old chalet brought from Switzerland in pieces and mantled in the hotel. The restaurant serves typical Swiss dishes like fondue and raclette.
  • At the terrace, Roof Garden Restaurant, is open for the summer months, has breathtaking views of the Bosphorus, serving Pacific Rim and Mediterranean cuisine.
  • The Oasis Restaurant and Bar is open during the summer months. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the poolside restaurant serving snacks and barbecued foods.
  • Les Ambassadeurs Bar is an exclusive jazz bar with live performance, serving cocktails and a superb view of the Bosphorus.
  • During the summer months, enjoy snack menu, large selection of wine by the glass, Sushi Bar and frozen Margaritas at the Sky Bar Terrace overlooking the Dolmabahce Palace.
  • Enjoy the traditional five o'clock tea service with live classical music and full view of the Bosphorus at the Lobby Lounge of Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus. The lounge serves tea, coffee, international drinks, pastries, souffles and sandwiches.
  • Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and located inside the Bosphorus Spa & Wellness Centre, the Jacuzzi Health Bar serves sumptuous salads, balanced foods and vegeterian dishes.
  • Swiss Deli Gourmet serves international meals.
  • K-Club for Karaoke.

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Leisure & Wellness : The sumptuous Bosphorus Spa & Wellness Centre at the Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus has been designed for guests to relax and unwind or a challenging workout. Facilities include an outdoor pool with a separate children's section, heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, gym with cardiovascular equipment, sauna, solarium, traditional Turkish bath and massage. It will be converted into Amrita Spa in the future. There are also activity classes, Macka Tennis Club with three tennis courts, indoor golf simulator, 9-hole putting green, Darphin beauty centre and 500 meter jogging track in the unique Sultan?s Park area.
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Meetings & Banquets : With 23 superb function rooms including 3 ballrooms, including a Swissôffice business centre, the Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus 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. Hotel Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul also answers the requirements of those on the Asian Side with its "Swissôtel Conference Centre" equipped with the latest technology in sound, lightening and visual systems.
"Swissôffice" business centre 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.
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Other Facilites : Business centre, secretarial service, translation service. 24-hour room-service. Air conditioning. Nonsmoking rooms. Handicapped facilities. Car parking, garage parking, disabled parking, valet parking, car rental. Airport transfer. Taxi and limousine service. Baby sitting, child services. We are sorry: With extended stays at the Swiss Residence's Residential Suites escempted, pets are not welcome to Swissôtel Hotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul.
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Hotel Swissotel The Bosphorus features a Gourmet Restaurant Hotel Swissotel The Bosphorus offers a wide range of wellness facilities. Hotel Swissotel The Bosphorus is perfect for city journeys to Istanbul / Turkey Sorry: Pets are NOT welcome to Hotel Swissotel The Bosphorus
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