Taksim Star Hotel

This hotel is located directly on Taksim Square. Guests will find the city centre, restaurants, bars, nightspots, shopping venues, links to the public transport network and Taksim metro station all within a 6-minute walk. The Dolmabahçe Palace is a 12-minute walk away, and it is 17 minutes by public transport to Sultanahmet and its attractions, including the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar are 20 minutes away. Istanbul Atatürk International Airport is just 22 km away.

31 rooms, including 4 suites, 3 single rooms and 19 double rooms, are located on 8 storeys and can be reached by lift. English- and French-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. Guests of the hotel are welcome to relax in the garden. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park (for a fee). Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), an alarm call service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Air conditioning, individually adjustable heating and a fan ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In most units, guests can enjoy a view of the sea from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a queen-size bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. For guests' convenience, units include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A trouser press is provided for guests' convenience. Other features include a direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge). Slippers are included. The bathrooms have a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers fishing. After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, massage treatments and hydrotherapy treatments. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.

Dining facilities include a café and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. The hotel offers a wide range of catering options. Bed and breakfast, half board, full board and all-inclusive can be booked. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. For lunch and dinner, guests can order à la carte. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. In addition, special catering options and snacks are available.