Barcelo IstanbulvsPark Hyatt Istanbul - Macka Palas
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Park Hyatt Istanbul - Macka Palas scores significantly higher than Marti Istanbul Hotel. Park Hyatt Istanbul - Macka Palas scores 86 with recommendations from 9 reviews such as Afar Magazine, Star Service and Oyster.
Barcelo Istanbul
Abdulhakhamit Cad., No: 25/B, Taksim, Istanbul 34435, Turkey
From $83/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"In central Taksim, interiors that celebrate contemporary Turkey surround a gleaming central atrium and boast a sophisticated style with nods to Turkey's rich design and textile heritage." Full review
Star Service
"Located in Istanbul's bustling Taksim neighborhood, the Marti Istanbul Hotel is a microcosm of the city itself, bringing together the old and the new, the traditional and the modern." Full review
Wallpaper
"The newest member of Istanbul's ever-expanding design-hotel scene, the Marti is a 270-room venture playing heavily on Turkish art and culture." Full review
Time Out
"It’s impossible to completely abandon feelings of unease when going to a hotel restaurant, given the odds that you’ll be faced with an exaggeratedly serious place that reeks of formality...." Full review
i
It’s difficult to choose among the main courses, which is unsurprising given that you’re dining at a restaurant where the chef’s previous establishments in both Switzerland and France received Michelin stars.
Afar Magazine
"In the heart of the city’s business district of Taksim, the Marti Istanbul Hotel is a thoroughly modern example of Istanbul’s contemporary face." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
80.0
"Located in central Taksim, a neighborhood just north of downtown Istanbul, the Marti Istanbul Hotel attracts both business and leisure travelers." Full review
Park Hyatt Istanbul - Macka Palas Show All Reviews
Bronz Sok. No:4 Tesvikiye, Sisli, Istanbul 34367, Turkey
From $163/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"The lobby is minimalist and very light, and oversize rooms include vintage photos by Turkish photographer Ara Güler." Full review
i
Ask for a room on a lower level, or you may be kept up by noise from the bar on the eighth floor.
Concierge
"Overall, the Park Hyatt is a great option for business travelers or those seeking a little indulgence in a classier, less touristy—though still vibrant—part of Istanbul."
Travel + Leisure
"Located in the posh neighborhood of Nisantasi and set within two buildings, one of which is a 1922 Neoclassical beauty that houses 90 Art Deco–decorated guest rooms." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"You’ll find no more glamorous neighborhood than Nisantasi, with its Parisian-style cafés, recession-be-damned boutiques, and now a suitably posh hotel." Full review
Star Service
"The main reception desk hides away at the rear beside the towering lift shaft. It's an impressive and stylish space, and a choice of Turkish contemporary music adds to the enjoyment of it." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Its 90 spacious guest rooms complement the original details -- rounded archways, wood floors, and flowery moldings -- with modern furniture, and have luxurious bathrooms." Full review
Jetsetter
"Classy crash pad in Istanbul’s swankiest shopping district, with spacious rooms and hammam-style bathrooms." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The Park Hyatt Macka Palas offers distinctly personalized service that highlights Istanbul’s local culture." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
49.0
"Recent guests were wowed by the accommodations at the Park Hyatt Istanbul Macka Palas – Boutique Class, located in Istanbul about 2 miles north of Taksim Square." Full review
The Telegraph
6.0
"Home to the city’s most upmarket restaurants and bars...expect smooth service, a refined international clientele and respite in the shape of a guest-only spa and open-air pool." Full review