Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus has announced the completion of a four-year renovation project that has transformed almost every aspect of the celebrated hotel. All 76 sumptuous suites and 553 luxury rooms, plus the restaurant, spa, swimming pool and lobby, have all been redesigned in a contemporary, lavish style.
The $70 (USD) million renewal of Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus was completed with the renovation of the lobby area, which now welcomes guests with a stylish design and exhibits some of the best works of art of prominent Turkish painters, including Hüseyin Avni Lifij, Halil Paşa, Canan Tolon, and Faruk Cimok bringing the masterpieces back to life.
“We are incredibly proud to have completed the transformation of Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus,” said Andreas Jersabeck, general manager at Conrad Istanbul. “It is an honour to welcome guests as they discover the beauty of Istanbul, which we believe is reflected inside our hotel as well as from the many windows, balconies and terraces here. Returning guests will be amazed by the new level of sophistication evident throughout the hotel, and we look forward to delighting new visitors with our transformed Conrad Hotel & Resorts style and experience.”
Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus is centrally located in the vibrant Besiktas area of Istanbul, boasting panoramic views of the city spanning from the Bosphorus Bridge to the Old Town. Home to designer boutiques, beautiful mosques, historic palaces and offering world-class dining, the hotel’s neighbourhood offers the perfect blend of the old and the new.
From the exterior of the building to almost every space inside, no expense has been spared as the floors, walls, furniture and furnishings have been renewed and revitalised. All completely refurbished 76 suites and 553 rooms offers guests a sumptuous stay, each combining supreme comfort with the latest in technology.
For relaxation, guests can enjoy both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a separate swimming pool for children gives them their own dedicated play space. The totally transformed outdoor pool is surrounded by greenery and is the perfect escape from the rush of the city. The hotel also boasts a new look spa offering treatments, three clay tennis courts and a fully-equipped gym.
For an exquisite dining experience, Manzara restaurant has a new design to complement the amazing panoramic views that can be enjoyed from the floor-to-ceiling windows. “Summit Bar and Terrace”, a stylish bar that offers creative cocktails and incredible vistas of the Istanbul skyline from its 14th floor location.
For meetings and events, there are 27 function rooms available, including two ballrooms, four boardrooms and eight meeting rooms with a superb view of the Bosphorus waterway. Each room is equipped with the latest A/V equipment, including LCD projectors, large plasma screens, WiFi, document cameras and conferencing technology.