The Adam & Eve is an adult-only luxury resort with a sleek, party-friendly vibe. This massive all-inclusive property is big -- in fact, it has one of the world's longest pools and one of its longest bars. Other top-notch features include a gorgeous spa and the beach nearby. The 476 rooms are eye-catching, but the hyper-modern look may not suit everyone. They include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, minibars, jetted tubs, and balconies, but not all have sea views. Seven restaurants and six bars are found throughout the property, and full-blown nightclub entertainment is a big draw. While most guests rave about the all-inclusive packages, note that the a la carte options cost extra. Families looking for an upmarket beach escape in Belek would do better at the Kempinski Hotel The Dome.
The Adam & Eve is an adult-only luxury resort with a sleek, party-friendly vibe. This massive all-inclusive property is big -- in fact, it has one of the world's longest pools and one of its longest bars. Other top-notch features include a gorgeous spa and the beach nearby. The 476 rooms are eye-catching, but the hyper-modern look may not suit everyone. They include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, minibars, jetted tubs, and balconies, but not all have sea views. Seven restaurants and six bars are found throughout the property, and full-blown nightclub entertainment is a big draw. While most guests rave about the all-inclusive packages, note that the a la carte options cost extra. Families looking for an upmarket beach escape in Belek would do better at the Kempinski Hotel The Dome.
The all-inclusive, luxury Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa is a 10-minute walk from the beach in Side. The 584 modern rooms have Turkish design elements with balconies and upscale features like large walk-in showers and free minibars; some have sea views. Facilities are expansive and include a water park, outdoor pools, on-site restaurants and bars, a full-service spa, and many kid-friendly features along with live entertainment. Some services come with additional fees and are available only during high season when the resort can get overrun with children. Travelers might want to also consider the Aska Lara Resort & Spa, which has an off-site Wet ’n Wild theme park and private beach.
The all-inclusive, luxury Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa is a 10-minute walk from the beach in Side. The 584 modern rooms have Turkish design elements with balconies and upscale features like large walk-in showers and free minibars; some have sea views. Facilities are expansive and include a water park, outdoor pools, on-site restaurants and bars, a full-service spa, and many kid-friendly features along with live entertainment. Some services come with additional fees and are available only during high season when the resort can get overrun with children. Travelers might want to also consider the Aska Lara Resort & Spa, which has an off-site Wet ’n Wild theme park and private beach.
The Celal Sultan Hotel is a four-pearl, boutique property in the most ancient section of Istanbul. The 55-room hotel, spread over three buildings, has views of the dramatic Hagia Sophia from its terrace restaurant, one that serves Ottoman and Western cuisine. Rooms are cozy, clean, and decorated with ornately patterned fabrics, and all have minibars and flat-screen TVs. Located on a quiet street, this charming hotel is in the middle of many top tourist attractions such as the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace. Breakfast is free and includes homemade goods. But there's no Turkish bath or fitness center on-site; visitors seeking a hotel with both, might try Lady Diana Hotel.
The Celal Sultan Hotel is a four-pearl, boutique property in the most ancient section of Istanbul. The 55-room hotel, spread over three buildings, has views of the dramatic Hagia Sophia from its terrace restaurant, one that serves Ottoman and Western cuisine. Rooms are cozy, clean, and decorated with ornately patterned fabrics, and all have minibars and flat-screen TVs. Located on a quiet street, this charming hotel is in the middle of many top tourist attractions such as the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi Palace. Breakfast is free and includes homemade goods. But there's no Turkish bath or fitness center on-site; visitors seeking a hotel with both, might try Lady Diana Hotel.
Agora Guesthouse is a budget-friendly hostel/hotel hybrid with sweeping rooftop terrace views of the Bosphorus and the Asiatic side of Istanbul. The property has 19 simple and practical rooms -- both private and dormitory-style -- that have either private en-suite bathrooms or shared ones. Decor is a bit dated, however, and basement rooms have little natural light. A free breakfast includes pastries, six varieties of olives, and pickled vegetables, and is served on the rooftop. Free coffee and tea, Wi-Fi, and use of a laptop computer are also offered here. Guests routinely report that the Agora is a tidy property with a warm atmosphere. Another budget option with a more up-to-date, boutique look is the Yazar Hotel.
Agora Guesthouse is a budget-friendly hostel/hotel hybrid with sweeping rooftop terrace views of the Bosphorus and the Asiatic side of Istanbul. The property has 19 simple and practical rooms -- both private and dormitory-style -- that have either private en-suite bathrooms or shared ones. Decor is a bit dated, however, and basement rooms have little natural light. A free breakfast includes pastries, six varieties of olives, and pickled vegetables, and is served on the rooftop. Free coffee and tea, Wi-Fi, and use of a laptop computer are also offered here. Guests routinely report that the Agora is a tidy property with a warm atmosphere. Another budget option with a more up-to-date, boutique look is the Yazar Hotel.
Adorned in lavish Turkish designs, the 175-room Kempinski Hotel The Dome is a five-pearl chain property for golfers and beach lovers with two 18-hole golf courses and a picturesque seaside location. Five restaurants -- with seasonal hours -- provide international fare and all-inclusive packages. A chic pool stretches 7,000 feet and has a swim-up bar. Indoor pools and a modern gym are in the spa and tennis courts are outside. Elegant, simple rooms and one- and two-bedroom suites feature Seljuk designs and balconies, some with sea views. Travelers looking for a location closer to the Antalya sights might consider the Delphin Imperial Hotel Lara.
Adorned in lavish Turkish designs, the 175-room Kempinski Hotel The Dome is a five-pearl chain property for golfers and beach lovers with two 18-hole golf courses and a picturesque seaside location. Five restaurants -- with seasonal hours -- provide international fare and all-inclusive packages. A chic pool stretches 7,000 feet and has a swim-up bar. Indoor pools and a modern gym are in the spa and tennis courts are outside. Elegant, simple rooms and one- and two-bedroom suites feature Seljuk designs and balconies, some with sea views. Travelers looking for a location closer to the Antalya sights might consider the Delphin Imperial Hotel Lara.
As the pun in the hotel's name implies ("paradise"), quirk and play are part of the ambiance at this trendy, three-pearl boutique property. It's situated at the north edge of the Taksim, Istanbul's major shopping, dining, and nightlife district, yet the spot is far enough away to escape crowds. The location also puts many of the district's main sights within easy walking distance, and public transportation is nearby. The historical flavor of the hotel's 19th-century building stops at the entrance, with interiors transformed into a hip, Brooklyn-esque space, including its nine guest rooms. For something equally quirky, but more Turkish in spirit and closer Istanbul’s most famous historical sights, check in Kybele Hotel, just steps from the Hagia Sofia.
As the pun in the hotel's name implies ("paradise"), quirk and play are part of the ambiance at this trendy, three-pearl boutique property. It's situated at the north edge of the Taksim, Istanbul's major shopping, dining, and nightlife district, yet the spot is far enough away to escape crowds. The location also puts many of the district's main sights within easy walking distance, and public transportation is nearby. The historical flavor of the hotel's 19th-century building stops at the entrance, with interiors transformed into a hip, Brooklyn-esque space, including its nine guest rooms. For something equally quirky, but more Turkish in spirit and closer Istanbul’s most famous historical sights, check in Kybele Hotel, just steps from the Hagia Sofia.
Housed in a historic building, the upper-middle-range Mediterra Art Hotel sits in the historical center of Antalya. Its 33 rooms have elegant, old-fashioned decor that reflects a sense of place. They're outfitted with minibars, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning, though no coffee- and tea-making facilities. In terms of features, highlights here include a pool, Turkish restaurants with some alfresco seating, and free Wi-Fi and parking. Unfortunately, the hotel's breakfast gets mixed reviews and the coffee is panned. Travelers might want to compare rates at the nearby Alp Pasa Hotel, which has three restaurants and rooms with coffee-making facilities.
Housed in a historic building, the upper-middle-range Mediterra Art Hotel sits in the historical center of Antalya. Its 33 rooms have elegant, old-fashioned decor that reflects a sense of place. They're outfitted with minibars, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning, though no coffee- and tea-making facilities. In terms of features, highlights here include a pool, Turkish restaurants with some alfresco seating, and free Wi-Fi and parking. Unfortunately, the hotel's breakfast gets mixed reviews and the coffee is panned. Travelers might want to compare rates at the nearby Alp Pasa Hotel, which has three restaurants and rooms with coffee-making facilities.
The five-pearl Paloma Oceana is a great option for families looking for an all-inclusive resort to suit everyone’s needs for both accommodation and activities. Guests have access to eight restaurants, nine bars, and five pools, all-inclusive or a la carte packages offer flexibility. There are multiple other facilities like kids' and teen's clubs, outdoor theater, tennis courts, and fitness classes to choose from -- it’s no wonder some groups come for weeks at a time and never leave the resort. Room options are equally as expansive, with special Lake Villas being the main attraction for those who can afford them. Cleanliness and well-maintained grounds are clearly a priority here, but food quality gets mixed reviews and the resort often feels overcrowded. The Ali Bey Resort Sorgun is comparable, with similar rates and packages, plus 53 tennis courts for sports fanatics.
The five-pearl Paloma Oceana is a great option for families looking for an all-inclusive resort to suit everyone’s needs for both accommodation and activities. Guests have access to eight restaurants, nine bars, and five pools, all-inclusive or a la carte packages offer flexibility. There are multiple other facilities like kids' and teen's clubs, outdoor theater, tennis courts, and fitness classes to choose from -- it’s no wonder some groups come for weeks at a time and never leave the resort. Room options are equally as expansive, with special Lake Villas being the main attraction for those who can afford them. Cleanliness and well-maintained grounds are clearly a priority here, but food quality gets mixed reviews and the resort often feels overcrowded. The Ali Bey Resort Sorgun is comparable, with similar rates and packages, plus 53 tennis courts for sports fanatics.
Swisshotel The Bosphorus is one of Istanbul's most luxurious hotels, situated in 65 acres of gardens overlooking the Bosphorus. Newly refurbished in 2015, its 566 guest rooms have a classy, contemporary style, and are equipped with luxury amenities such as 46-inch flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffeemakers, and spacious marble bathrooms. The hotel's many on-site features do not disappoint and include four restaurants, an indoor lap pool, a rooftop infinity pool, and a huge wellness center with a spa, sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, and a hot tub. However, the hotel's isolated location a 20-minute drive from most major tourist attractions in Sultanahmet, may put some tourists off. Leisure travelers may want to compare rates with the more centrally located luxury property CVK Hotels & Resorts Park Bosphorus – Istanbul.
Swisshotel The Bosphorus is one of Istanbul's most luxurious hotels, situated in 65 acres of gardens overlooking the Bosphorus. Newly refurbished in 2015, its 566 guest rooms have a classy, contemporary style, and are equipped with luxury amenities such as 46-inch flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffeemakers, and spacious marble bathrooms. The hotel's many on-site features do not disappoint and include four restaurants, an indoor lap pool, a rooftop infinity pool, and a huge wellness center with a spa, sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, and a hot tub. However, the hotel's isolated location a 20-minute drive from most major tourist attractions in Sultanahmet, may put some tourists off. Leisure travelers may want to compare rates with the more centrally located luxury property CVK Hotels & Resorts Park Bosphorus – Istanbul.
The Hotel Darussaade Istanbul is an elegant, three-and-a-half-pearl property that occupies a charming restored home in Istanbul's Old City. Its Sultanahmet location is excellent, within a five-minute walk of the Arasta Bazaar, Blue Mosque, and numerous restaurants and cafes. The 19th-century decor found in common spaces carries over to the 22 guest rooms, which come nicely equipped with AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. While it lacks leisure facilities, the hotel offers solid on-site dining, with a free hot breakfast buffet, bistro that serves Turkish and international cuisine, and top-floor restaurant with sea-facing terrace. Travelers looking for accommodations with more features can consider the nearby Sura Hotel & Suites.
The Hotel Darussaade Istanbul is an elegant, three-and-a-half-pearl property that occupies a charming restored home in Istanbul's Old City. Its Sultanahmet location is excellent, within a five-minute walk of the Arasta Bazaar, Blue Mosque, and numerous restaurants and cafes. The 19th-century decor found in common spaces carries over to the 22 guest rooms, which come nicely equipped with AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. While it lacks leisure facilities, the hotel offers solid on-site dining, with a free hot breakfast buffet, bistro that serves Turkish and international cuisine, and top-floor restaurant with sea-facing terrace. Travelers looking for accommodations with more features can consider the nearby Sura Hotel & Suites.