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Lonely Planet review
Perfectly positioned overlooking Taksim Sq, this very popular hotel is an Istanbul institution. It's slick, plush and has all the five-star mod-cons you'd expect in a very friendly, laid-back but professional package.
The rooms are modern and immaculate with typical five-star international style (if little local influence on style). Colours are muted, lights low. There are outstanding views from every picture window it seems, thanks to the Marmara's position atop Taksim hill. At night turn the lights off in your room to really take in the city views. The Panoramic restaurant has more breathtaking views, live music nightly and an international menu. The Cafe Marmara here is a popular meeting place for Istanbul's business folk. The well-regarded gym is fantastic, with yoga, karate, aerobics, a hamam and an outdoor pool. Oh, and you can get non-smoking rooms (yes, they do exist in Istanbul).
Services & facilities
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Guest services
- Tour assistance
- Room service (24 hours)
- Multilingual staff
- Express check-out
- Porter/bellhop
- 24-hour front desk
- Express check-in
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Wi-Fi/internet access
- Free Wi-Fi
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Cards accepted
- Visa
- Diners club
- Mastercard
- American express
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Pets
- Pets allowed
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Family
- Babysitting or childcare
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Shop
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
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Housekeeping
- Laundry facilities
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Concierge
- Concierge desk
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Restaurant/Café
- Coffee shop or café
- Restaurant
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Bureau de Change/ATM
- Currency exchange
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- Bar/lounge
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Spa
- Beauty services
- Health club
- Sauna
- Spa tub
- Hair salon
- Massage - spa treatment room(s)
- Steam room
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Accessibility
- Elevator/lift
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Swimming pool
- Swimming pool - outdoor
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Luggage storage
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
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Air Conditioning
- Air-conditioned public areas
Description
Location. The Marmara Taksim is located close to Taksim Square, Topkapi Palace, and Suleymaniye Mosque. Additional points of interest include Yapi Kredi Cultural Centre and Grand Bazaar.
Hotel Features. Dining options at The Marmara Taksim include a restaurant and a coffee shop/café. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. Room service is available 24 hours a day. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a health club, a spa tub, a sauna, and a steam room. Spa amenities include massage/treatment rooms, beauty services, and a hair salon. This 5-star property has a business center and offers secretarial services. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. The property has event space consisting of banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, a ballroom, and exhibit space. Additional property amenities include a concierge desk, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands. A total renovation of this property was completed in 2010.
Guestrooms. 376 air-conditioned guestrooms at The Marmara Taksim feature minibars and safes. Accommodations offer city or water views. Bathrooms feature makeup/shaving mirrors, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In addition to desks, guestrooms offer direct-dial phones. LCD televisions have cable channels. Rooms also include windows that open and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests may request irons/ironing boards, extra towels/bedding, and wake-up calls. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily.