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Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul

Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. No. 19 Macka Besiktas, Istanbul, Türkiye, 34357
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Swissotel The Bosphorus, Istanbul is located in Turkey. Nestled within 65 acres of historical gardens with world-class shopping and vibrant nightlife nearby. Our hotel features comfortable guest rooms and all standard amenities for your stay. Guests will enjoy easy access to all the nearby local area attractions. In addition to various meeting space with the capacity of 5 to 1200 people, including function rooms and a ballroom, a team of event planners is on hand to help you hold the perfect wedding with us. ROOMS Having undergone a magnificent renewal process, Swissôtel The Bosphorus, İstanbul blends the refined taste and simplicity of Switzerland along with the modern new view having the signature of Khuan Chew, world-renowned designer of KCA International with the warmth of Turkish culture. By the outstanding Bosphorus view from the rooms, in most of which the renovation has been completed, the hotel offers a very special accommodation experience. It creates a difference with its 566 rooms consisting of suite and loft options, all of which have a new design TECHNOLOGY MEETS DESIGN İstanbul is a city where the traditional meets the modern. Thanks to our 2.5 year renovation project, you’ll enjoy cutting-edge meeting and conference facilities in the heart of İstanbul. With 29 function rooms in all layout and sizes, including three ballrooms for up to 1,600 people, you’ll be able to choose the perfect space for your next meeting or conference. True to our hospitality, we also offer a wide selection of banquet and catering options from the best of Swiss and Alpine cuisine to international delicacies, and from private dinners to impressive gala functions. Need help deciding? Our professional planners can help. Our approach to technology is simple: offer the best. Think easy-to-use audio & visual equipment and state-of-the-art lighting scenarios — including the option to let in daylight. Choose screen sizes up to 6m x 7m. Choose LCD projection. Or choose a room with the view of the Bosphorus. As Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul family, we are proud of to be the headquarter of UEFA and to have hosted Uefa officials and legends of world football at our hotel during the Champions League Final.

Venue Details

ChainAccor
BrandSwissotel
Built1991
Renovated2015
Total meeting space65,854 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms566
Venue typeLuxury hotel

Industry Ratings

Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
Gault & Millau Turkey Guide 2024 Awards: Best City Hotel Food and Beverage Achievement Award / Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul Gourmand Tables International Cuisine 1 Cap/ 16 Roof Gourmand Tables International Cuisine 1 Cap / Madhu's Istanbul Gault& Millau Turkey Guide 2024 Chef's Table 2 Cap /Chalet Restaurant Worl Luxury Awards (2023): Madhu's Istanbul and 16 Roof Restaurant have been nominated for the World Luxury Restaurant Awards 2023. We look forward to strengthening our flavor with your votes! Haute Grandeur – Global Hotel Awards (2022): Best Conference Venue Hotel in Europe Best Leisure Hotel in Europe Best Mice Hotel in Europe Best Rooftop View in Europe Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) ISO 50001 Energy Efficiency - ISO 50001 Certificate Zero Waste Certificate

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Outside caterers allowed
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
65,853.6 sq. ft.
Largest room
11,517.4 sq. ft.
Space (private)
49,395.6 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
28
Second largest room
10,763.9 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Max capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
10,763.9 sq. ft.
-
-
300
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11,517.4 sq. ft.
82.0 x 141.1 sq. ft.
23.0 ft.
1600
200
1008
1200
1600
1000
164
504
260
4,574.7 sq. ft.
82.0 x 55.8 sq. ft.
23.0 ft.
420
100
360
400
420
300
90
200
140
7,534.7 sq. ft.
82.0 x 91.9 sq. ft.
23.0 ft.
750
130
576
750
650
500
110
304
160
3,939.6 sq. ft.
36.1 x 105.0 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
650
-
348
650
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232
175
1,044.1 sq. ft.
23.0 x 42.7 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
120
45
84
90
120
63
50
56
50
1,044.1 sq. ft.
23.0 x 42.7 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
120
45
84
90
120
63
50
56
50
1,044.1 sq. ft.
23.0 x 42.7 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
120
45
84
90
120
63
50
56
50
2,411.1 sq. ft.
45.9 x 52.5 sq. ft.
9.8 ft.
120
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120
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
566
Tax rate
8%

Location

Getting Here

Getting Here Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport: This airport is located on the Asian side of Istanbul, 45 km away. Taxi: A single tariff is applied in taxis. There is no day and night distinction. Bus: You can easily get transportation using Havabus and IETT bus services. Airport Transfers: For transfer options, please contact with our Concierge on +90 (212) 326 11 00 or concierge.bosphorus@swissotel.com. Istanbul Airport: Istanbul (New) Airport is located north of the city's European side, one hour away, 45 km away.
Distance from airport 14.29 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking
Valet parking
Bus parking

Local Attractions

Nisantasi District
Nisantasi District
Recreation
1 km
Istanbul's Most Upscale Neighbourhood Nisantasi square is almost square in shape, located on the European side of Istanbul, in the tourist area of Sisli, one of the most beautiful areas of Istanbul. It has many shopping malls and fashion stores selling the latest fashion trends of international brands. Not to mention, it has clubs, cafes, and restaurants built in the classic European style. Abdi Ipekci Street is the key to this paradise. Nisantasi Square: Istanbul's Most Upscale Districts When talking about Istanbul as a centre of culture and events, we mean every aspect of its diversity, from restaurants, museums and sophisticated cinemas to shopping malls and attractions. Nisantasi is Istanbul's beating heart excelling in all beauty aspects. It was a seat to the elite and the elders of the Ottoman Empire, and it is still the residence of the wealthiest foreign communities in Istanbul in addition to Taksim.
Dolmabahce Palace
Dolmabahce Palace
Historical landmark
1 km
Dolmabahce Palace built in 19th century is one of the most glamorous palaces in the world. It was the administrative center of the late Ottoman Empire with the last of Ottoman Sultans was residing there. After the foundation of the Turkish Republic in Ankara, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk transferred all government functions to the youthful capital but on his visits to Istanbul Ataturk occupied only a small room at Dolmabahce Palace as his own. He stayed, welcomed his foreign guests and made a practical center for national, historical and language congress and for international conferences.
Visnezade Mh.
Istanbul, TR 34357
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Nisantasi City's
Nisantasi City's
Shopping
2 kms
CITY'S NİŞANTAŞI, a fashion and lifestyle center that is one of the few affordable luxury shopping centers of Turkey and Europe; is located in ni̇şantaşi, teşviki'ye street, the most prestigious part of the city. City’s has become the iconic meeting point fir fashion & art & entertainment lovers. Every year hosts 18.126.000 unique visitors, holds 155+ national and international brands, has more than 1.5000.000 movie watchers a year, 500.000 vehicle entries and more than 30 gourmet eatery spots.
Teşvikiye Caddesi, Teşvikiye Mahallesi
No: 12, Sisli
Istanbul, TR 34365
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Galataport
Galataport
Shopping
2 kms
Galataport Istanbul is regarded as a major destination project globally with a cruise liner port on the 1.2-kilometer coastline. Galataport Istanbul is an ecosystem in the heart of the city that offers the essential digital features and latest technologies that make life easier. Galataport Istanbul is set to transform this historical city harbor into a world-class cruise liner port and touristic destination, while opening the promenade to public use for the first time in approximately two centuries. With its accessible low-rise buildings, an architectural design that embraces the historical tapestry of the area, broad range of transport options and more, Galataport Istanbul offers a breathing, healthy and safe environment for culture & arts, work, shopping and dining. An exemplary project on the global scale, Galataport Istanbul features an underground terminal using a hatch system, first of a kind in the world. The historical harbor maintains its status as Istanbul’s maritime gateway into the world. Another aspect of the project is a 2,400-vehicle underground parking lot, which will help alleviate the parking problem in the city. Galataport Istanbul will welcome around 25 million visitors per year, including 7 million foreign tourists. The project is expected to attract around 1.5 million cruise liner passengers to Istanbul every year.
Kılıçali Paşa Mahallesi, Meclis-i
Mebusan Cad.No: 8, No:102 Beyoglu
Istanbul, TR 34433
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Besiktas Stadium (Tupras Stadium)
Besiktas Stadium (Tupras Stadium)
Recreation
5 mins
The BJK İnönü Stadium, now known as the Tüpraş Stadium, was a stadium located on the shores of the Istanbul Bosporus, between the Beşiktaş and Kabataş neighborhoods, serving from 1947 to 2013. Renovated in 2004, the stadium's capacity was increased to 32,086. Used for many years for matches involving Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe, and Beşiktaş, the stadium was demolished in 2013 as part of Beşiktaş's new stadium project and rebuilt. Surrounding the stadium are notable landmarks such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Dolmabahçe Clock Tower, and Dolmabahçe Mosque.
Vodafone Park Dolmabahçe Street 1A
Besiktas
Istanbul, TR 34357
Küçükçiftlik Park
Küçükçiftlik Park
Recreation
1 km
In recent years, KüçükÇiftlik Park has shifted its focus towards lifestyle events and multi-purpose activities tailored for brands, aside from concerts. Transforming into an urban escape, it offers a refined space within greenery, catering to a variety of tastes. Today, it hosts up to 17,000 people in a 9,352m2 event area, complemented by a 2,000m2 garden specifically designated for private events. From concerts to festivals, fashion shows to parties, film premieres to launches, theater plays to special projects, KüçükÇiftlik Park continues to welcome guests with diverse events throughout every season.
Harbiye Neighbourhood, Kadırgalar Street
No 4 Sisli
Istanbul, TR
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Istanbul Modern Art Museum
Istanbul Modern Art Museum
Museum
3 kms
The Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, Turkey’s first private museum to organize modern and contemporary art exhibitions, was founded in 2004 and occupies an 8,000 square meter site on the shores of the Bosphorus. Istanbul Modern embraces a global vision to collect, preserve, exhibit and document works of modern and contemporary art and make them accessible to art lovers. As part of its commitment to sharing Turkey’s artistic creativity with wide audiences and promoting its cultural identity in the international art world, Istanbul Modern hosts a broad array of interdisciplinary activities. Apart from permanent and temporary exhibition galleries, a photography gallery, and spaces for educational and social programs, the museum offers a cinema, restaurant, design store and an extensive library.
Istanbul, TR
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Istanbul International Airport
Istanbul International Airport
Airport
34 kms
Information desks are available 24 hours a day to help passengers have a smooth airport experience in Ataturk Airport. Any requested information about the airport including the airport layout and facilities can be obtained from the information desks face to face as well as over the phone. There are three information desks in the International Terminal, one at the Arrivals Floor and another one at the Departures Floor. The third information desk, known as the Transit Information Desk, is located after passport control on the Departures Floor. There are two information desks in the Domestic Terminal; one at Arrivals and one on the Departures Floor.
Arnavutköy
Istanbul, TR 34149
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The Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar
Shopping
8 kms
The Grand Bazaar (Turkish: Kapalıçarşı, meaning ‘Covered Bazaar’; also Büyük Çarşı, meaning ‘Grand Bazaar’) in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with 61 covered streets and over 3,000 shops which attract between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily. In 2014, it is listed No.1 among world's most-visited tourist attractions with 91,250,000 annual visitors.
Istanbul, TR
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Basilica Cistern
Basilica Cistern
Museum
8 kms
One of the magnificent ancient buildings of İstanbul is the Basilica Cistern located in the southwest of Hagia Sofia. Constructed for Justinianus I, the Byzantium Emperor (527-565), this big underground water reservoir is called as “Yerebatan Cistern” among the public because of the underground marble columns. As there used to be a basilica in the place of the cistern, it is also called Basilica Cistern.
Istanbul, TR
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Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Historical landmark
8 kms
The Sultan Ahmed Mosque or Sultan Ahmet Mosque is a historic mosque in Istanbul. The mosque is popularly known as the Blue Mosque for the blue tiles adorning the walls of its interior. It was built from 1609 to 1616, during the rule of Ahmed I. Its Külliye contains a tomb of the founder, a madrasah and a hospice. The Sultan Ahmed Mosque is still popularly used as a mosque.
Istanbul, TR
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Topkapı Palace
Topkapı Palace
Museum
7 kms
After the conquest of Istanbul by Mehmed the Conqueror at 1453, construction of the Topkapı Palace was started at the year 1460 and completed at 1478 . Palace was built upon a 700.000 squaremeters area on an Eastern Roman Acropolis located at the Istanbul Peninsula between Sea of Marmara, Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. Topkapı Palace, was the administrative, educational and art center of the Empire for nearly four hundred years since Mehmed the Conqueror until Sultan Abdulmecid who is the thirty-first Sultan. Although Palace was abandoned by the Ottoman Dynasty by moving to the Dolmabahçe Palace at middle 19th century, Topkapı Palace was protected its importance everytime. After the establishment of the Republic of Turkey, Topkapı Palace, was transformed into a museum at the date April 3th 1924 and it was also the first museum of the Republic of Turkey. Topkapı Palace Museum is covering approximately 400.000 squaremeters at the present day. Topkapı Palace divided from the city from the land-side by the Imperial Walls which is made by Mehmed the Conqueror. It divided from the city also from the sea-side by the Byzantine Walls. Topkapı Palace is one of the biggest palace-museums with its architectural structures, collections and approximately 300.000 archive papers.
Istanbul, TR
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Hagia Sophia Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
Museum
8 kms
Hagia Sophia is a great architectural beauty and an important monument both for Byzantine and for Ottoman Empires. Once a church, later a mosque, and now a museum at the Turkish Republic, Hagia Sophia has always been the precious of its time. The mystical city Istanbul hosted many civilizations since centuries, of which Byzantium and Ottoman Empires were both the most famous ones. The city today carries the characteristics of these two different cultures and surely Hagia Sophia is a perfect synthesis where one can observe both Ottoman and Byzantium effects under one great dome.
Yerebatan Caddesi 2
Istanbul, TR 34000
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BOAT Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul offers unforgettable experiences with its luxurious and comfortable yacht. Against the stunning backdrop of the Bosphorus, it provides a unique experience for weddings, engagements, corporate events, and special occasions, ensuring memorable moments for your guests. Whether hosting romantic wedding ceremonies or impressive corporate events, the yacht combines special menus and high-quality catering services. Located in the heart of Istanbul, Swissôtel The Bosphorus invites you to immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of the Bosphorus for a truly exceptional event experience. Beautiful events and meetings begin at Swissôtel! RESTAURANTS AND BARS Swissôtel The Bosphorus, İstanbul is also a hot spot with its stylish restaurants serving the exclusive tastes of world cuisine. Swissôtel The Bosphorus in Istanbul offers a diverse culinary experience through its signature venues.Swissôtel The Bosphorus in Istanbul offers different culinary experiences. Madhu's, a globally recognised Indian restaurant, offers secret family recipes and traditional Indian cuisine complemented by dance performances. Known for its unique design, atmosphere and flavours, 16 Roof offers exclusive drinks and dishes inspired by the chef's expertise in Asian and Turkish cuisine, accompanied by open-air entertainment and DJ performances against the backdrop of the Bosphorus. The main restaurant Sabrosa is characterised by its unforgettable dishes, Sunday Brunch and spectacular city views, while Cafe Swiss offers a breathtaking view of the Bosphorus during weekend teatimes. Chalet is a perfect Bosphorus resto-bar with the charm of the Swiss Alps, Gabbro is a moonlit Bosphorus resto-bar with live performances, while Oasis Restaurant offers sun-filled, nature-filled moments by the pool. Swiss Gourmet welcomes guests with the unique aroma of freshly baked goods and international coffees, and offers a selection of pastries and jams.

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