The advantages of staying in Istanbul have long been obvious to Russian travelers. A trip to an exotic warm country does not require a visa. The cost of resorts is quite affordable for people with any budget. The flight is short, even kids can easily tolerate it. The climate is quite mild, the quality of tourist services is high, the infrastructure is well developed, there is enough public transport and it is convenient to use it.
One trip can kill three birds with one stone: see historical sights, do very interesting shopping and relax on the beach. If you are going on this versatile trip, you will be interested in Istanbul hotels with their own beach or at least with spacious pools.
Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul 5 *
A magnificent accommodation facility - the former sultan's residence - is located right on the shores of the Bosphorus, between the Ortakoy and Besiktas districts. There are 282 standard rooms and 31 suites with balconies or panoramic views of the strait. All residences have an interesting vintage design.
The food is quite worthy of the palace of the Ottoman rulers. Laledan offers exquisite Italian cuisine, Tuğra on the top floor offers exclusive Ottoman and Turkish dishes (the chef uses recipes from historical archives!), Bosphorus Grill Restaurant - meat, fish, seafood. Le Fumoir Bar serves spirits, cocktails, tobacco and Mexican cuisine, while The 47 has a DJ.
You can relax in the beautiful spa complex, which has 2 heated swimming pools, one of them with panoramic views, so that swimmers feel like they are in the waters of the Bosphorus. There is a sauna, massage therapists are offered. There is a gym. The beach is played by an outdoor pool with an equipped lounge area.
The convenient location of your vacation spot will allow you to get to know the many-sided Istanbul. The concierge team will help you find the best places to visit, regardless of the length of your stay. They will really tell you what is convenient to see in 3 days, 5 or a week.
Ciragan Palace Kempinski
Panoramic pool with Bosphorus view
Crowne Plaza Florya Istanbul 5 *
This holiday destination has a great location - Floria promenade. All rooms are distinguished by a modern design style with a touch of national flavor.
Meals are organized in 2 restaurants and a bar. Vacationers have breakfast at Salamina, which offers mouth-watering snacks, fresh local fruits and delicious desserts. Atrox offers masterpieces of Mediterranean cuisine, and the lounge bar attracts with a wide range of cocktails, fruit and vegetable juices. In the evenings, animators entertain you.
In the spa center you can relax in the hammam or sauna. Here is a real paradise for massage lovers - a huge selection of massage services. You can also count on peeling. In the fitness center there is a well-equipped gym with exercise equipment for every taste, here you can do aerobics or directly fitness with a personal trainer.
There are 2 swimming pools - an indoor year-round in the spa and a seasonal outdoor one - huge and with a superbly equipped seating area, a pool bar, and private tents. Those who wish can play billiards, active vacationers go on walking tours. A 5-minute walk along the beautiful embankment is a large shopping center. Vacationers praise shopping, an abundance of restaurants and an interesting oceanarium on its territory.
Crowne Plaza Florya Istanbul
Indoor and outdoor pools, hammam
Eser Premium Hotel & Spa 5 *
This property is located in Buyukcekmece, a rather remote area of Istanbul on the coast of the Sea of Marmara. The building is noticeable from afar thanks to the unusual design - the blue glass roof. It offers its guests 172 rooms of different comfort categories, decorated in a modern minimalist style and calm colors, with wonderful views from the windows - on the sea surface, lake and city landscape. From the property to the beach - 5-7 minutes walk.
There are 2 restaurants - Sapphire right in the lobby is distinguished by exquisite decor and serves international cuisine, La Sera on the 7th floor offers Mediterranean cuisine. There is also a Cream & Dream Lobby Lounge cafe. Vacationers have access to swimming pools - indoor inside the spa center and outdoor.
In the spiritually decorated spa & wellness center - jacuzzi, sauna, hammam, masseurs, aromatherapy and reflexology specialists await clients. The fitness center invites you to squash matches, aerobics, Pilates and martial arts classes. Connoisseurs of dynamic relaxation will also love excursions and the Deep (the largest nightclub in the region, capable of accommodating half a million people - that's where the real movement is!).
Guests celebrate the cleanliness, mouth-watering food and excellent location: directly opposite is a wonderful cafe with local cuisine, there are many restaurants, shops nearby, there is a shopping center and a water park.
Eser Premium Hotel & Spa
Spa center with indoor and outdoor pools
Cinar Hotel 5 *
This is a fairly quiet resting place away from Istanbul's bustle of the city, in the Bakirkoy area. And quite compact: 48 attractive rooms with wonderful views from the windows and balconies await guests. To get to the beach, you need to cross the walking and bike paths - and here it is.
You can eat here indoors or on the open terrace, admiring the sea panorama. At La Delicatesse restaurant you can choose between international and local cuisine, an excellent wine list - Italian, French and Turkish wines. North Shields Bar also serves wines - as well as snacks and cocktails.
There is a business center, tour desk and gift shop on site. This is the perfect option to take a break from the rush and rush of the city. You can even spend the whole day in the sun loungers by the pool - here it is seasonal, but with sea water, views and a gradual increase in depth. Or you can go to the beach or walk along the embankment - vacationers willingly walk along it with children.
The embankment is equipped with many grocery stores. Not far from the shopping center "Floria", the oceanarium. In 15 minutes it is easy to leisurely reach the port, where there are wonderful fish and gourmet restaurants. Guests note the friendliness of the staff, comfort and cleanliness.
Cinar Hotel
Rooms with sea or garden view
Hyatt Regency Istanbul Atakoy 5 *
This majestic 17-storey building is located on the seashore. There are 284 rooms with stylish beige and turquoise finishes. Nearby is a clean, picturesque and well-equipped beach for the comfort of holidaymakers.
A continental breakfast is served in the morning. Brizo Restaurant recommends tasting Eastern Mediterranean cuisine, and the rooftop Vue Lobby Bar offers Latin American snacks, signature cocktails and quality wines. The pool bar offers homemade food, alcohol and refreshments.
Exclusive privileges await guests at the Regency Club Lounge. If you don't want to go to the beach, there are 3 swimming pools at your service. The Levana Spa has an impressive ice fountain in addition to the usual jacuzzi, hammam and sauna.
The StayFit gym with all the necessary fitness equipment operates around the clock. The same applies to the business center: those wishing to organize a business meeting, seminar, conference are provided with 3500 m2 of open and covered space for their holding. The reception will be happy to organize a tour or excursion for you, help with shopping routes.
Hyatt Regency Istanbul Atakoy
Panoramic views of the city and the Sea of Marmara
Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel 5 *
The accommodation facility is located in Bakirkoy and is conveniently located next to three large shopping centers with a sea of entertainment: Galeria, Carousel and Capacity. The 19-storey modern building has 296 rooms and an inspiring seascape. The 2 restaurants - Cook Book and Meyturk - serve buffet meals. Serves dishes from the chefs, Turkish and international cuisine.
The spa center has a traditional set of sauna, hammam, hot tub, massage and beauty services. There is a fitness center with a personal trainer on request, and a tennis court.There is a swimming pool (indoor during the cold season). Organized fishing, excursions, including pubs, there is a bike rental.
There is a newsstand, flower and gift shops on site. The business center has 12 large conference rooms and one mini, there is a gazebo for receptions for 1000 people. For lovers of dancing and dance parties - a spacious panoramic hall with light music and two dance floors, which can accommodate 500 guests.
Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel
Sauna, ice fountain, indoor and outdoor pools
Kumburgaz Marin Princess Hotel 5 *
A modern accommodation in the Kumburgaz area, on the seaside, awaits guests in its 357 rooms, bright and decorated in natural colors. There is a garden and sun terrace. The private beach area is superbly equipped for a comfortable stay.
There are 3 different restaurants here. The Marin serves a buffet breakfast, but also serves an à la carte menu. Fasil serves exclusively a la carte. Both serve selected and popular Turkish cuisine. International - for lunch and dinner - can be found at Golden.
On the territory of 3 swimming pools: indoor works all year round, 2 outdoor - seasonal, one of them with a water slide, the second - exclusively for adults. Pool bars are open. The spa and wellness center has a full range of bath and massage services and a solarium. The fitness center invites you to classes on up-to-date simulators. Other activities include darts, table tennis, billiards.
Fans of sports will be delighted with live sports broadcasts, fans of dancing will be delighted with crazy parties in a nightclub with a DJ. You can safely go here with children - for them there is an indoor play area and a playground on the street.
The Grand Tarabya Hotel 5 *
This is one of the first five-star accommodation facilities built in Istanbul - it is understandable that it was built in a beautiful location: on the coast of Tarabya Bay, from where the impressive landscape of the Bosphorus opens up: the water surface and the picturesque marina with yachts.
The Brasserie restaurant is open at any time of the day. Breakfasts are served in "Swedish" format, lunches and dinners - à la carte, cuisine - international. The lounge has a café with a bakery R.E.A.D: it delivers fresh pastries and homemade chocolates to the tea and coffee table for guests. For alcoholic and refreshing drinks, visit the Diba Bar and Pool Bar.
There are 2 swimming pools: indoor and outdoor. The Therapia Spa covers an impressive 4,000 m2 and includes a sauna, hammam and massage room, as well as a variety of facial, body and hair treatments. You can keep fit in the fitness center.
A business center with a conference room is open for those seeking and on vacation not to neglect the business life. In 20-25 minutes from here you can get to three large shopping centers, have fun and go shopping. Guests are attracted by the friendly staff, delicious breakfasts and a relaxing stay.
The Grand Tarabya Hotel
Panoramic view of the Bosphorus
Hotel Suadiye 4 *
This vacation spot is conveniently located in the Kadikoy district - in the Asian quarter, next to the famous Baghdad Avenue - it is only 2 minutes on foot, and this is great if you are a fan of wandering around boutiques and shops. The terrace offers a magnificent sea view.
Guests can enjoy buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner à la carte. The lobby has a Cafe de Paris restaurant with French cuisine. In the evenings, entertainment programs are organized here, and you can enjoy live music three times a week. There is a night club with programs from a DJ.
In the immediate vicinity, you will find three more restaurants - Mirror, Galatalı Fish, Go Mongo BBQ, and two cafes - Beyaz Fırın and Marlon. The beach is located on the 1st line, less than 100 m to the sea. Ladies willingly visit a beauty salon, vacationers of both sexes pay tribute to the masseurs' skills. The spa is located in the building opposite the main one.
Here you can rent a bicycle or a car and ride to any of the several nearest shopping centers or further away to architectural landmarks.
Hotel Suadiye
Breathtaking views of the sea and the Princes' Islands
Kumburgaz Blue World Hotel 4 *
This country vacation spot is compact in size - only 86 rooms, they are decorated in a homely style. Nearby there is a nice green area and an excellent sandy beach with everything you need for comfort - sun loungers, sun loungers, umbrellas. Pay a little extra - get the opportunity to practice any water sport of your choice.
The restaurant has a wide range of local and international cuisine and is tastefully decorated with antique paintings. The bar is designed in a retro style, here you can order pure alcohol or cocktails.
Spa center with the usual range of services: jacuzzi, hammam, sauna, massage room. There is an indoor pool. The fitness room is equipped with modern exercise equipment. There is a business center with a conference hall and technical equipment for business meetings and presentations.
The staff provides all the necessary accessories for a barbecue, in the evening most of the holidaymakers have fun in the nightclub. There is a car rental service. In 10 minutes by car you can reach the marina and the amusement park. Guests complain about poor noise insulation and poor ventilation of the rooms.
Kumburgaz Blue World Hotel
Guests have access to the spa and sauna
Mercia Hotels & Resorts 4 *
A small modern accommodation facility with 89 rooms, elegantly furnished and decorated in a minimalist style, is located in Buyukcekmece, 200 meters from the Sea of Marmara (you can reach it slowly in just 5-7 minutes).
The restaurant "Merchia" is served à la carte. Residents really like breakfasts - they are varied, something new is served every day. The chef has earned grateful reviews from numerous tasters of his creations.
The grounds are impressive with a large and clean outdoor pool. In the lounge area in front of it, vacationers are usually busy with meditative sunbathing. The spa center invites you to the sauna, Turkish bath, massage couches and gym. Cosmetic services are provided.
There is a business center and a gift shop. There is a library in the lobby area. For those wishing to relax more actively there are darts and ping-pong. In the evenings, the doors of the nightclub open.
For young guests, there is an indoor play area and children's TV channels. It is recommended not to ignore the services of the excursion bureau - the famous Golden Horn Bay, the Anatolian Fortress and Hagia Sophia are nearby, it is simply a sin not to visit these attractions.
Mercia Hotels & Resorts
Guests have access to the spa and sauna
Kilya Hotel 3 *
Quiet, but quite modern and comfortable resting place in the village of Kilios. The rooms here are clean, comfortable, equipped with everything you need, in natural, not tiring tones. The views from the rooms are on the sea. There is a spacious terrace and garden. The nearest beach is not close - about 1 km.
Guests eat at the Kilya Restaurant, where the service is both "Swedish" and à la carte. There are both indoor and outdoor dining areas. You can sit with alcohol in the bar. The territory is undoubtedly decorated with a beautifully shaped outdoor pool with a stylish "barefoot area". There is a small spa - sauna, steam room, fitness room.
They have fun here, visiting the games room (with machines) and singing karaoke, as well as enjoying the evening programs. Emel'in Bahçesi (this is a cafe-bar) and Kayikhane (this is a colorful restaurant) are nearby. For golfing enthusiasts, drive to Kemer Golf Country Club, 12.6 km away. This place is extremely suitable for those who want to take a break from the hustle and bustle in peace and solitude.
Kilya Hotel
Outdoor pool, sauna, steam bath
Grand Sile Hotel 3 *
The 80 rooms (5 of them with jacuzzi) await guests of this accommodation 52 km away from Istanbul. This is a fairly budgetary, but quite comfortable for its price vacation spot on the 1st line, the location on the seashore makes visiting the beach a real pleasure.
Breakfast is served à la carte in the restaurant for 200 people, but food and drinks can be delivered to your room 24 hours a day. There is also a café-bar.If you do not want to go ashore in the heat, residents have the opportunity to splash around as much as they want in the outdoor seawater pool for adults only (with a bar). Children do the same in the mini-pool.
Many people willingly spend hours on the terrace and in the garden, relax in the sauna and hammam. Guests can enjoy playing table tennis, billiards and backgammon. There is a car rental service - if you are too fed up with a quiet vacation, it is easy to get at least to the center of Istanbul by car.
Grand Sile Hotel
Restaurant, seasonal outdoor pool, bar
Büyükada Loc’ada
The location of this holiday destination right on the beach in Adalar makes it extremely comfortable. The design of the property looks unusual and fabulous - it is not for nothing that it positions itself as a family one. Stylish rooms with cozy interiors, magical sunsets on the seashore, amazing breakfasts, comfortable piers, proximity to the sea - all this literally delights guests.
Separately, they note the skill of the chef in the restaurant and the responsiveness of the staff, who instantly satisfy any requests of the guests. There is no spa or fitness here, but the accommodation is already interesting: walking and cycling, fishing. Vacationers willingly spend time by the pool, on the sun terrace, in the garden. There are “quiet” entertainments for children - movies, books, board games, puzzles.
Around, at a distance of 250 m to 1.1 km, there are beautiful Turkish beaches. Buyukada Ferry Port (ferry is a public transport) is only 1.9 km away. An interesting attraction is 1.2 km away: the monastery of St. George. The nearest shopping center is 7.5 km away, but for true connoisseurs of shopping this is not a distance.
Büyükada Loc ada
Family rooms available
Eskibağ Butik Hotel
Compact and cozy, family-friendly vacation spot with a small number of rooms. The views from the windows of all rooms are on the island of Buyukada and the sea space, the territory is decorated with lush garden vegetation. The location is on the 1st line, the beach area is privately owned.
Guests can cook their own meals in the shared kitchen, but it is also possible to visit a restaurant or a café-bar, which is literally a hundred meters away. From the Buyukada ferry, you can easily walk even with a suitcase - only 200 m. In the vicinity, at a distance of 500 m to 1.5 km, there are three more excellent beaches.
Vacationers like walks around the island and excursions (even amateur ones) to the monastery of St. George. If you rent a car, it is close to the shopping centers - Maltepe Park, Hilltown and Kozzy Istanbul. Those who want to travel almost 20 km will also see Turkish national treasures - Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Maiden Tower.
Eskibağ Butik Hotel
Breakfast buffet