The Istanbul Edition is a sleek, 73-room luxury hotel located in the Levent, one of Istanbul's major business districts on the European side of the city. With two restaurants, a bar, a nightclub, and a 20,000-square-foot spa that includes an indoor pool, and a fitness center, there are plenty of opportunities for guests to dine, drink, party, entertain, relax, and exercise. Designed by Ian Schrager, guest rooms are lined in oak and rosewood, and decorated with leather chairs and cushy sofas. Sizes range from a 320-square-foot Superior Room to a 2,800-square-foot penthouse that fills an entire floor. All rooms include Bang and Olufsen flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, iPod docks, minibars, and coffeemakers. Bathrooms are lined with polished marble. While the hotel's location is convenient for business travelers, tourists might prefer the Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul, which is slightly pricier but closer to historic sights.
The Istanbul Edition is a sleek, 73-room luxury hotel located in the Levent, one of Istanbul's major business districts on the European side of the city. With two restaurants, a bar, a nightclub, and a 20,000-square-foot spa that includes an indoor pool, and a fitness center, there are plenty of opportunities for guests to dine, drink, party, entertain, relax, and exercise. Designed by Ian Schrager, guest rooms are lined in oak and rosewood, and decorated with leather chairs and cushy sofas. Sizes range from a 320-square-foot Superior Room to a 2,800-square-foot penthouse that fills an entire floor. All rooms include Bang and Olufsen flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, iPod docks, minibars, and coffeemakers. Bathrooms are lined with polished marble. While the hotel's location is convenient for business travelers, tourists might prefer the Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul, which is slightly pricier but closer to historic sights.
The Diamond of Bodrum is a mid-range, all-inclusive hotel set on a hillside overlooking the picturesque Bodrum Bay. Its practically city-center location means there's plenty within a short walk, including the city's renowned nightlife strip. Superb views are the hotel's main drawcard, and around half of its 201 rooms open to balconies facing the sea. However, in-room amenities are lacking, furnishings such as bedspreads and tube-style TVs are dated, and some room views are non-existent. Features include three bars, an a la carte restaurant, and an outdoor pool, plus access to a small private beach and lots of kids' activities. For a quieter option away from the bustle, the Hotel Manastir just up the hill has even more stunning views and an infinity pool, though its not all-inclusive.
The Diamond of Bodrum is a mid-range, all-inclusive hotel set on a hillside overlooking the picturesque Bodrum Bay. Its practically city-center location means there's plenty within a short walk, including the city's renowned nightlife strip. Superb views are the hotel's main drawcard, and around half of its 201 rooms open to balconies facing the sea. However, in-room amenities are lacking, furnishings such as bedspreads and tube-style TVs are dated, and some room views are non-existent. Features include three bars, an a la carte restaurant, and an outdoor pool, plus access to a small private beach and lots of kids' activities. For a quieter option away from the bustle, the Hotel Manastir just up the hill has even more stunning views and an infinity pool, though its not all-inclusive.
