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Gezi Hotel BosphorusvsW Istanbul
Gezi Hotel Bosphorus and W Istanbul are both rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, W Istanbul is preferred by most writers compared to Gezi Hotel Bosphorus. W Istanbul has a TripExpert Score of 85 with recommendations from 12 publications such as Afar Magazine, Jetsetter and Insight Guides.
Gezi Hotel Bosphorus
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Afar Magazine
U.S. News & World Report
Michelin Guide
Mete Cad. No 34, Taksim Square, Istanbul 34437, Turkey
From $86/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Fodor's "Contemporary, minimalist decor infuses a bit more personality than you'll find in most business-caliber hotels." Full review
Jetsetter "Designer digs with a candlelit spa and sweeping Bosphorus views in one of Istanbul's liveliest 'hoods." Full review
Afar Magazine "This sleek, ultra-modern spot has its heart set on shaking up the Istanbul hotel scene." Full review
U.S. News & World Report51.0
"Gezi Hotel Bosphorus blends modern details with 1940s and 1950s architectural stylings." Full review
Michelin Guide "More luxe-residential than the typical contemporary design hotel, the interiors heavy on warm, welcoming materials...and packed with thoughtful little comforts like Molton Brown bath products" Full review
W Istanbul
Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's
Insight Guides
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
Suleyman Seba Cad. No:22 Akaretler, Besiktas, Istanbul 34357, Turkey
From $118/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "From a block of abandoned row houses built in 1875 by Sultan Abdülaziz, to a stylish Starwood-branded W Hotel targeting the young, hip, and yes, even club-going set." Full review
Concierge "Istanbul is fast becoming Europe's capital of cool, and its hip-o-meter certainly clocked up a couple more notches with the April 2008 opening of the W in the unlikely... neighborhood of Beşiktaş."
Fodor's "An 1870s Ottoman block of row houses has been restored and enhanced with posh ultramodernity—sexy lighting, chic East-meets-West decor, and cool amenities." Full review
Insight Guides "The hotel is... the last word in stylish modernity, just with a luxurious Ottoman twist."
Oyster Luxury
"The 134-room W Istanbul delivers on all the hallmarks of the W brand: Trendy decor, excellent dining, and happening nightlife." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The W Lounge is a bit heavy on the self-consciously hip trance music, but its mojitos are the best in the city; Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Spice Market restaurant is justifiably popular." Full review
DK Eyewitness "With a great location close to Nisantasi... the W is housed in the historical Row Houses, erected in 1875 as accommodation for the high officers of the Ottoman Empire."
Time Out "This stylish hotel is in the center of Akaretler, surrounded by cafes and design galleries. The W features 2 restaurants, a modern gym and a day spa." Full review
Star Service "Housed inside buildings that were previously derelict, The W Istanbul is a superb example of urban revival." Full review
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Avoid rooms on the lowest floors as they have little view since the position of the building leaves them feeling as if they are underground.
Condé Nast Traveler "Features an entry lounge with an "interactive art installation" mixing lights, mirrors, and video installations...and a traditional Turkish-style hammam in the W Spa." Full review
