Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul

Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul
Bayildim Caddesi No: 2 Macka, Besiktas 34357 Istanbul, Turkey
Website: www.swissotel.com & www.swissotel.com.tr

INTRODUCTION
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 five times awarded "Best Place to stay in the World" by the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List in 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007; and listed on the 45th place on the “Top 75 European Hotels 2004” list. In 2004, Institutional Investor Magazine in New York listed the hotel on the 71st place in “The World’s Best Hotels 2004 List” and on 31st place in “Best European Hotels 2004” list. 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. Recently, Swissôtel was listed on the 45th place in the “Best Europan Hotels 2004” list of Conde Nast Traveler, 71st place in the “World’s Best Hotels 2004” and 31st place in the “Best European Hotels 2004” lists of the prestigious Institutional Investor / New York magazine. 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”. 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. And recently, Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul has been ranked 25th in the Top 100 Europe list in 2008 on the Conde Nast Magazine US Edition and has been ranked 25th in the list of the Top 100 Southern Europe Hotels on Conde Nast Traveller November edition. In addition,  Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul is awarded 26th in the Top 50 European Hotels in 2008 at Travel&Leisure. Swissôtel has been chosen The Best Istanbul Hotel and Gaja Restaurant has been chosen The Best Hotel Restaurant by www.gecce.com (one of the biggest portal in Turkey) in 2009. Swissôtel is also in the Gold List 2009 of Condé Nast Traveler Magazine and it is mentioned as One of the 500 Best Hotels of the World 2009 Travel + Leisure Magazine.

LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION
The hotel located in the center of the European side of the city within a secluded residential quarter close to the business districts. Situated on a wooded hilltop, the hotel commands fantastic panoramic views of the Bosphorus, Asian coast, and old city of Istanbul. It stands in the former gardens of the Dolmabahce Palace, once the residence of the Ottoman Sultans. Today, the hotel upholds its regal ancestry with a standard of service that is legendary in its own right. It is just 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 Atatürk International Airport.

ACCOMMODATION
Swissôtel The Bosphorus offers array of accommodation options for modern travelers. 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 Business Advantage Rooms provide top-of-the-line technology and infrastructure for today’s business travelers without compromising comfort and design. Swiss Executive Floor rooms offer an exceptional service and Executive Lounge with upgraded continental breakfast. In Swissôtel Residence, there are also 74 one and two bedroom residential suites, which are perfectly suited for families, relocating business travelers and for office-rental.

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 contemporary continental cuisine Gaja Restaurant 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, Gaja Sky overlooking the Bosphorus, Swiss Gourmet Shop and Oasis which serves poolside barbeque and snacks during Summer only.

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
The sumptuous Amrita Spa&Wellnes 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, trad