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W IstanbulvsThe St. Regis Istanbul
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, W Istanbul scores significantly better than The St. Regis Istanbul. W Istanbul scores 88 with praise from 11 publications like Oyster, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
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
The St. Regis Istanbul Star Service Fodor's Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
U.S. News & World Report
Michelin Guide
Mim Kemal Oke Cad. No:35 NisantasI, Istanbul 34367, Turkey
From $208/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Star Service "With its prime but relatively quiet location in Istanbul's most-noted district for fashion and design, the hotel draws well-heeled couples, families, and business travelers." Full review
Fodor's "Large, beautifully designed, art deco–tinged rooms and suites and a prime location in the heart of the Nişantaşı shopping district, overlooking the dense greenery of Maçka Park." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Refreshingly, the hotel’s modernist Art Deco architecture is luxurious but not ritzy, and rooms are spacious, sleek, and considerably understated for a St. Regis property." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"A new addition to the luxury hotel scene in the Nisantasi district, with all the hallmarks of the St Regis brand." Full review
U.S. News & World Report24.0
"Travelers found little to complain about at the highly acclaimed St&*& Regis Istanbul. First and foremost, service is exemplary. Guests reported feeling completely taken care of by staff..." Full review
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For dining, guests can choose between Wolfgang Puck's farm-to-table-inspired Spago, or the St. Regis Brasserie, which offers Parisian-Turkish fusion dishes.
Michelin Guide "It looks a bit modern, with its curvaceous forms and mid-century furnishings...complete with butler service, lavish rooms and suites, an extravagant Iridium spa " Full review
