Bulgari, like the Ritz-Carlton brand, is under the Marriott Hotels umbrella. At Bulgari hotels, premium individuality is the rule. No detail is too small, no experience too grand: each intimate location offers guests an exclusive celebration of contemporary design and superior service.

Bulgari has already found a local investor and is scouting locations on the Bosphorus, according to Massimiliano Zanardi, general manager of Ritz-Carlton hotels.

“This will be a small boutique hotel with less than 100 rooms. It will have all the luxuries of the Bulgari label but will also have a style unique to Istanbul,” Zanardi said. Apart from the price of the real estate, there will be a 500,000 to 1 million euro investment per room, he said.

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts is the leading luxury hospitality collection in the world. Comprised of a few, selected properties in major cosmopolitan cities and luxury resort destinations, its aim is to convey the excitement of the Bulgari brand, its timeless glamour and its heritage of magnificent Italian jeweller.

Each hotel makes a strong reference to the local culture, yet be designed with an Italian contemporary luxury feel, enriched by rare and lavish materials, featuring design furniture and custom-built details.

The hotel has spacious, elegant guest rooms, with fantastic views over the historical city and the Bosphorus.

Swiss hotel offers a choice of 7 restaurants and bars. Guests can enjoy international buffets, traditional Swiss food in the Chalet and Oriental cuisine at Miyako. In the summer months, guests can enjoy drinks at the hotel’s rooftop Gaja Sky Bar.

Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul offers a new lifestyle experience with Swissotel Living. 63 elegant suits in a range of sizes, from studios to 1 – 3 bedrooms, offer the ultimate in style and luxury, and allow guests to enjoy the full range of hotel services within the comfort of their own four walls.

Awarded as a “Leading Spa of the World”, Amrita Spa & Wellness offers superb facilities await you to replenish your mind, body and spirit.

Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul, is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and in Conde Nast Traveler Gold List 2011.

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Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul
Bayıldım Cad. No: 2 Maçka
Beşiktaş 34357
Istanbul-Turkey

Tel: 90 212 326 1100

For more info visit www.swissotel.com/istanbul

The Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul offers the ultimate in luxury and glamour of a genuine Ottoman Palace. This 5-star luxury Imperial Palace hotel, lovingly restored and ideally located on the shores of the magnificent Bosphorus overlooking the ancient city of Istanbul, provides a one of a kind experience with its historical ambiance, luxurious facilities, award-winning cuisine and impeccable service including a personal Butler for all Palace guests.

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After an exciting day discovering the magic of Istanbul, guests can enjoy a swim in our infinity pool which gives you the feeling of floating on the Bosphorus or relax in our authentic Turkish Bath or “Hamam” as the Sultans once did.

Address:
Ciragan Palace Kempinski
Ciragan Caddesi 32 Beşiktaş
34349 Istanbul – Türkiye

Tel: + 90 212 326 46 46

http://www.kempinski-istanbul.com

The shopping center is a unique urban lifestyle environment situated on a natural topographical “amphitheater” of residential neighborhoods. Above, a grand circular arrival plaza sits between an open-air lifestyle center and a glass-roofed indoor retail area.

In addition to many glamorous shops and a hip theater complex, the modern mall hosts a variety of restaurants, cafes and even a food market. The shopping mall proves that it’s different to its customers since the opening day with the different living spaces in its brand new concept such as The Fashion District, The Boulevard, The Square and the nostalgic Market Place.

The new shopping mall offers famous brands like Dolce & Gabbana, Dior, Prada, Celine, Fendi, Hugo Boss, Max Mara, Zara, Boyner, Mango, M.A.C., Sephora, Sevil, Vakko, and Debenhams.

The most luxury and exclusive stores are located out side at the open-air lifestyle center which is accessible from the upper floor. In Istinye Park Brands’ Street, an open space designed as a city square which is a first in Turkey, features many brands that pave the way to the world fashion such as Burberry, Gucci, Miu Miu and Louis Vuitton and restaurants of different cuisines line up.

World-famous Rainforest Café has opened its first location in Turkey and is located in Istinye Park at the ground floor of the complex.

IstinyePark offers art, fun, sports, shopping and world cuisines to any one and is the new apple of Istanbul’s eye with its almost 300 stores and 40 restaurants. While this wonder of design, which virtually intensifies the joy of life, meets different tastes and needs, it also showed its difference among all the shopping malls with 41 new brands that entered Turkish market via İstinyePark. İstinyePark, which breathed a new life into Turkey and Istanbul, has managed to become an indispensible address for those, who want to spend a great day.

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Also read our review: Istinye Park surprising luxury shopping mall

Address:
Istinye Park
Istinye Bayiri Caddesi 34460
Istinye – Istanbul

Tel: +90 212 345 5555

http://www.istinyepark.com

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Nisantasi is also home to many galleries, design shops, and antique dealers. Where can enjoy viewing works by local and international artists at one of the many galleries including Art*8, the hotel’s in-house art gallery.

The Sofa is designed by the famous Turkish architect Sinan Kafadar. The Sofa secures its privileged position as the first hotel of Nisantasi by reflecting Istanbul’s appealing spirit and the richness of modern urban life.

Being the sponsor of one of the most important and new art fairs, Contemporary Istanbul, the hotel easily stimulates each of the five senses with the benefit of this experience,. The objects of art, designed exclusively for the hotel or acquired to enrich the genuine atmosphere are supplements to the hotel’s unique and sophisticated character.

The Sofa has 82 guest rooms, including 17 Executive Suites. While elaborately answering the requirements of a sophisticated city life, the rooms offer a combi-nation of new technology and comfort, peace and exclusive personal services.

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Address:
The Sofa
Tesvikiye Caddesi No:123
34367 Nisantasi
Istanbul

Tel: +90 212 368 1818

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http://www.thesofahotel.com/

Nisantasi is the center of fashion in Turkey and the most prestigious national and international trademarks can be found in the district.

Nisantasi is one of the most historical districts of Istanbul and it has been a district where the most elite people lived throughout its history. The development of the district starts when Sultan Selim the 3rd builds an archery drilling area (deep effects of European point of view could be observed on the Sultan).

During the last period of 18th century, Abdülhamit the 1st chose Nisantasi for the wedding ceremonies of his sisters which lasted two weeks. The close location of the district to the palaces of Dolmabahçe and Yildiz, the effect of Pera culture, dwellers of many international perspectives and high purchasing power made Nisantasi a lively and cosmopolitan district.

About City’s
City’s Nisantasi project is a prominent A+ Project that has the top location in Istanbul with an investment of 125.000.000 USD

City’s features 150 stores, cinema’s, Top local and global brands, cafes and exclusive restaurants. Starbucks is on the first floor, and the Canadian coffee chain Second Cup Coffee, has opened its first branch in Turkey. On the second floor there is a Gloria Jeans Cafe, and Café Crown on the third level.

Food and Drinks
The Restaurants are on the fourth floor. The popular Yummies Food Bar offers an international menu focusing on Italian specialities. Alongside it is the Mexican restaurant Cantina Mariachi, with colorful decorations and sizzling Mexican platters with guacamole and salsa. Suinn is a hip and chic Japanese and sushi eatery with modern minimalist Asia decoration and wonderful smells of fresh sushi rolls and green tea. Next-door is the first branch of the Etiler-based eatery “Harvard Café” that has a cozy atmosphere and offers a similar menu to its original location. Across from Harvard Café is the 10Dieci bar that looks like a fashionable after-work hangout.

Ben and Jerry’s Homemade Ice Cream is on the same floor that opened its second store in Turkey after Kanyon.

Movies
The movie complex is at the top level of City’s, also there is a fine dining area with the Asian restaurant Celandon which will immediately catch your eye. Celadon has award-winning chefs and serve mostly Chinese food. Next to Celandon is a French restaurant, Clementine owned and run by Levent Penso. The restaurant Grey which offers international cuisine and especially Italian food, is also run by Levent Panso.

The most unique restaurant of City’s is “Limonata” by culinary entrepreneur Izzet Çapa. With an enthusiastic and outgoing staff along with a pile of fresh colorful vegetables and an open kitchen. But the dining area with crystals, fireplace and elite art gives an impression of high class dining.

Address:
City’s Nisantasi
Tesvikiye Caddesi No. 162
Sisli, 34365 Istanbul
Tel: 212 373 33 33

For more information about city’s go to www.citysnisantasi.com / Facebook

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Kanyon Istanbul is fusing a unique approach to shopping, entertainment and retail in an extraordinary architectural shell. Kanyon features 160 stores, 9 cinema screens, fitness center. Top local and global brands, cafes, and open air performances are set in an atmosphere alive. Kanyon houses trendsetting prestigious brands with the world-famous fashion retailer Harvey Nichols. Apple’s first store in Continental Europe is also located in the new shopping center Kanyon.

Opened in June 2006, Kanyon is a mixed-use project built in downtown Istanbul that brings together 179 residential apartments, a 26 story office block and 37,500 square meters of retail space.

With Kanyon, the aim has been to create a heart-of-the-city that connects the people working, living, and shopping in the region and beyond, which will function more as an organic part of the urban space rather than a standard mall, office, or residential project.

The designers for Kanyon are the Jerde Partnership (www.jerde.com ), who are the world’s leading ‘experiential’ architectural practice. Their focus on the creation of ‘place’ rather than just a ‘building’ is very unique. Their primary concern is on how people interact with space, how this energy animates the environment, and how places can have a more intimate meaning in people’s lives beyond the physical space itself. It is a unique blend of design, understanding and directing human behavior, architecture, and urban planning.

Kanyon residences offer a nest at the heart of the action, but balance it with our need for tranquility and connection to green and outdoor space. Unlike most other modern residences, Kanyon offers balconies, private terraces and gardens, windows that actually open to let in fresh air, and 3,500m2 of common garden space. Residents at Kanyon will not feel like they are living in a hotel room.

The residences are based on 21 different styles ranging from 80 m² to 380 m². With interiors that are designed by Sevil Peach and Brigitte Weber, Kanyon residencse are unique, elegant, versatile, and functional.

Kanyon offices offer professionals a synergy of work and play. With cafés, restaurants, bars within the complex, social life at Kanyon is as vibrant as work life. Also, the 4000 m2 fitness club gives a chance to unwind and integrate wellness into hectic work schedules.

Spread over 4 levels, in a primarily open air environment, the retail mix at Kanyon sets the stage for 4 totally distinct streets, each with its own energy and vibe. This innovative positioning allows visitors to really connect with brands, and makes finding your way around both intuitive and more exciting. Further, as most walking areas are covered and climate controlled, Kanyon blends open-air with comfort and allows visitors to experience the best of each season. More than this, Kanyon marries the convenience of the shopping center with the vibrant air of the street in an inspiring one-of-a-kind setting.

Kanyon Istanbul is home to 160 stores, complete with gourmet supermarket, street bazaar, cinemas, restaurants, health club, and outdoor performance areas. The world’s top fashion, luxury, electronic, and entertainment brands satisfies every retail desire. Dozens of new brands entering Turkey for the first time, ranging from Wagamama, Douglas, Apple Store, to Conbipel are all featured. The big news is that, the world’s leading fashion mecca, Harvey Nichols, is the anchor. Bringing with it the countless brands that have given Harvey Nics its sassy edge in the UK, there is no doubt that this will immediately become the fashion center of Istanbul. Beyond this, the overall experience and selection at Kanyon will set the standard for shopping not only in Turkey, but for the entire South European region.

Address:
Kanyon
Buyukdere Cad. No: 185
34394 Levent – Istanbul
tel: +90 212 353 5300

For more info visit Kanyon’s website www.kanyon.com.tr or follow on facebook

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus has 141 guest rooms and 25 suites. The rooms feature a blend of Ottoman design and contemporary furnishings. The four Palace Roof Suites feature private rooftop terraces with a 180-degree view of the Bosphorus.

The Spa and Hammam at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus introduces a decadent approach to the authentic hammam (Turkish bath) experience.

The Hotel is the company’s second property in the city and marks a distinct change from the first, Four Seasons Sultanahmet.

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Address:
Four Seasons Bosphorus
Çirağan Cad. No. 28
Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Turkey 34349

Telephone: 90 (212) 381 40 00
Guest fax: 90 (212) 381 40 10
Room reservations: 90 (212) 381 40 00

For more information visit their website

In 1995, the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) selected Akmerkez as the Best Shopping Center in Europe. In 1996, Akmerkez was given the recognition as the Best Shopping Center in the World by ICSC and also received the highest accolade, Design and Development Award.

Akmerkez, with its 246 shops, provides outstanding women’s, men’s and children’s clothing and textiles, stationery, toys, sports, shoes, eyewear and gift shops along with restaurants, cinemas, hairdressers, banks, a currency exchange office, electronic goods, orthopedic goods, shoe shine services, a tailor, a pet shop, and a supermarket for all the shoppers needs.

Turkey’s leading retail center, Akmerkez, recently announced a 25 million dollar refurbishment plan to maintain their No.1 status. The new design will include a comprehensive renovation of the exterior architecture, interior design, lighting, signage, and an expansive, new style restaurant and food zone. The entire center will be upgraded to achieve a new sense of luxury and lifestyle shopping, with special attention to pampering shoppers with special services and facilities. In the most modern way, the design is inspired by the Bosphorus (Istanbul’s famous water passage connecting Europe to Asia). The new center is conceived with luminous soft, curving forms and spaces. It is elegant and timeless, with changing personalities from day to night.

Akmerkez is open every day of the week between 10:00-22:00 and is visited by 1-1.5 million people every month.

Address:
AKMERKEZ
Nispetiye cad. Ulus – Etiler – İSTANBUL
Tel: +90 (212) 282 01 70
Fax: +90 (212) 282 01 65

For more info visit Akmerkez’s website www.akmerkez.com.tr or follow on facebook

There was a time when the “Yali”s, wonderful seaside mansions, so essential to the Istanbul cityscape, were lined up one after another along the shores of Kuruçesme. These were huge mansions settled in Eden-like gardens, where extended families lived together happily ever after. Regrettably, with time almost all of these beauties vanished.

Fortunately, one of the remaining Yali’s, the one called “Muhsinzade Mehmet Pasa Yalisi” is now resurrected to a hotel of unprecedented service and luxury.

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Address:
Les Ottomans
Muallim Naci Cad. N° 68
34345 Kurucesme
Istanbul – Turkey

Tel: +90 212 359 1500

http://www.lesottomans.com/