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Sofitel Istanbul Taksim
Istanbul, Turkey · Sofitel · Core Luxury
Sofitel's first hotel in Turkey opened in November 2019 on Taksim Square, behind Giulio Mongeri's 1914 facade of the Magic Cinema and Maxim nightclub, a Siraselviler stage since 1921. It is the only international five-star with a door on the square; suites carry Hermes toiletries.
- 233 rooms
- Opened 2019
- Neighborhood: Taksim
- Rooms from 376 sq ft (35 m²)
- Architect: Giulio Mongeri
About Sofitel Istanbul Taksim
- Maxim was one of Istanbul's great nightclubs from 1921. The hotel keeps the original theatre facade that Giulio Mongeri designed in 1914.
- It is the only luxury hotel with a Taksim Square door. The rooftop pool looks at the Bosphorus from the hilltop.
- Entry-level rooms start at 376 sq ft (35 m²).
History
Sofitel Istanbul Taksim opened in early November 2019 as Sofitel's first hotel in Turkey, built behind the 1914 Giulio Mongeri facade of the Magic Cinema and Maxim nightclub on Siraselviler Caddesi, a Taksim stage since 1921. Tuna Group developed the house. It is the only international five-star with a Taksim Square address.
The setting
On Taksim Square at the top of Istiklal Avenue. The door is the square; Galata and the Bosphorus are the downhill walk.
Restaurants and bars
- The Oven Brasserie & Terrace — Restaurant · European brasserie
- Nomads Istanbul — Bar · Reimagined meyhane and tavern
- La Table Restaurant — Restaurant · Open buffet breakfast
Experiences
- Sofitel Spa — Treatments blending Turkish rituals, such as a marble hamam scrub, with French cosmetology and Lanvin skincare.
- Rooftop Pool — Seasonal rooftop pool with panoramic views over Istanbul, alongside an indoor pool.
- Istiklal Street and Taksim Square — Vibrant Istiklal Street and Taksim Square, right outside the hotel among shops, restaurants and historic Ottoman buildings.
- Bosphorus cruises, old town tours and shopping trips — Concierge can organise old town tours, shopping trips or Bosphorus cruises with local guides.
- Club Millesime — Business-ready club lounge with complimentary refreshments, with access included for suites and Club Room guests.
Amenities
- Spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Fitness center
- Pet-friendly
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