Le Meridien Istanbul Etiler  

In Istanbul’s upscale Etiler district on the European side, a 34‑story contemporary hotel places you minutes from Istinye Park, Zorlu Performing Arts Center, the Bosphorus bridges and Dolmabahçe Palace. Easy access to Besiktas boutiques, bars and restaurants makes it ideal for city exploring — and the property is pet-friendly (trained pets welcome for a fee).

About 255 rooms and suites blend floor-to-ceiling windows, contemporary artwork and Turkish motifs for panoramic city and Bosphorus views. Rooms commonly include minibars, coffee machines, separate sitting areas and deep soaking tubs or rainfall showers; a club lounge adds an extra layer of comfort.

Take your pick of an indoor pool or a heated outdoor pool with private cabanas and poolside lounging. The full spa and hammam complex features steam rooms, sauna, jacuzzi and multiple treatment rooms for massages and body treatments. There’s also a fitness center, rooftop bar and poolside bar, library and a BBQ area, plus concierge service, onsite parking and airport transfer/shuttle options.

Built as a conference hotel, it offers extensive event space (over 2,000 sqm) with multiple meeting rooms, VIP boardrooms and a ballroom. A 24‑hour business center, express check‑out and complimentary wired and wireless high‑speed internet support business needs.

Enjoy a poolside restaurant and bar for alfresco dining, a vibrant ground-floor Asian restaurant for sushi and regional flavors, plus a rooftop bar for sunset cocktails. 24‑hour room service is available and continental breakfasts are offered on weekdays for a fee.