The hotel enjoys a spectaular location on the Bosphorus by the picturesque harbour in the district of Tarabya, some 17 km from Taksim Square and 5km south of Sariyer. There is a newly built marina in the area and local shops and fish restaurants can be found along the waterfront. A new member of the Leading Hotels of the World, this famous hotel was a significant landmark in the 19th century, destroyed by fire in 1954 and rebuilt so it became a symbol of elegance amongst high society in the 50s and 60s. Completely refurbished in 2012, this spacious and luxuriously furnished hotel has 12 floors and 278 rooms. Ideal for business trips, weekend breaks, SPA retreats and conferences, the hotel offers a choice of wining and dining venues, recreational facilities which include a 4,000sqm SPA, indoor and outdoor pools and exclusive boutiques where guests can purchase valuable keepsakes.