The Marmara Taksim in Istanbul

Description

The Marmara Taksim is a 5-star hotel located in the heart of Istanbul’s Taksim Square, offering 376 rooms across a 34-floor building constructed in 1976 and renovated in 2008. Guests can choose from a variety of room types, including several with Bosphorus views, such as the Double Club room with Bosphorus view and the Flying carpet Double Suite. The hotel features extensive facilities: 2 restaurants including a rooftop dining area with views of the Bosphorus, 3 bars, an open rooftop pool, a spa and wellness center with Turkish hammam and sauna (paid services), a fitness center, 11 conference rooms, and beauty salon. Family travelers can arrange paid childcare services on request. Pets are accepted with a nightly fee. The hotel provides free WiFi in the lobby and offers a shuttle 15 km from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. With a high overall rating of 8.9/10, it is popular for its excellent breakfast, location, and pool. Practical amenities include currency exchange, laundry, and 24-hour front desk service.

Location

Situated directly on Taksim Meydani (Taksim Square), The Marmara Taksim places guests steps from public transport with the metro station right outside. The Bosphorus strait lies approximately 1 km away, offering scenic views from many rooms. Nearby landmarks include the Republic Monument (98 m) and the Site of Gezi Park protests (90 m), both within a short walking distance. The hotel is 15 km from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Guests will find several local dining options close by, such as Cafe Mado 299 m away and Gezi Hotel Bosphorus restaurant 317 m distant. The central location allows easy access to Istiklal Street and the city’s main shopping and entertainment districts.

Tips

• Request a room on a higher floor with a Bosphorus view for a quieter and more scenic stay.
• Use the metro station right outside the hotel to avoid traffic jams in Taksim Square.
• Consider dining at the rooftop restaurant for a combination of excellent food and impressive views.

Policies and conditions

• Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
• Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
• Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-11:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
• Deposit Policy: Deposit required A fixed amount of TRY 3,328.27 (approx. US$69.01) is charged. This property accepts credit cards The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 7 days after check-out.
• Pets: Pets are allowed Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats Fee: TRY 600.00 (approx. US$12.44) per pet per night
• Service animals: Service animals are not allowed
• Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
• Paying at the hotel: DinersClub, UnionPay, Visa, AmericanExpress, MasterCard
• Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.