Tuesday, March 1, 2016

The St. Regis Istanbul

Introduction: A Modern Day Masterpiece at the Center of Istanbul’s Style & Culture Taking residence at the Nisantasi district, Istanbul's most vibrant neighborhood, the modernist Art Deco influenced St. Regis Istanbul features exceptional services and world-class facilities at Istanbul's best address.

The St. Regis Istanbul is the ideal luxury hotel in Istanbul, forming a focal point for cosmopolitan Turkish and international society: Stay in our award winning guest rooms and signature suites uniting discreet luxury with timeless elegance, all a modern day interpretation of the St. Regis legacy.

Savor epicurean flavors at Spago, the first international venue of the Beverly Hills phenomenon by master chef Wolfgang Puck or at St. Regis Brasserie. Rejuvenate at Iridium Spa with our exclusive services and Detox programme, or explore Istanbul attractions, the most exciting luxury fashion brands, the best art galleries, restaurants and events, all mere minutes from the hotel.

Above information is how the hotel presents itself on their website.

Below is my experience based on a two-night stay at the property.

My arrival experience: Warm welcome from the staff. Early check-in before being escorted to the room.
What I loved: The typical St. Regis design and the smartphone with a personal hotspot in the room.
What about the food: I ordered room service twice. I ordered the same; Spaghetti with mushroom sauce. Both times the food was average, but unfortunately, not consistent. At 2 AM it was dry, at 11 AM it was creamy.
What about the service: The staff is professional and the attention to details is impressive. If you like butler service, you will definitely have a good time here.
What about the rooms: Typical St. Regis design and with all St. Regis standards. Comfortable bed, working desk, flatscreen Tv, bathtub, Remede products and separate rain shower. The only problem with the rooms is the noise level. Loud street noise in my first room and the same problem in the other rooms they showed me.
Number of rooms: 120.
Website: www.thestregisistanbul.com
Type of property: City hotel.
Location: Istanbul, Turkey.
Facilities: Pool, gym, business/meeting facilities and a lovely spa. I had a facial treatment for the second time in my life. It was awesome and highly recommended.
Complimentary internet: Yes and very fast. You get your own personal hotspot through the in-room smartphone which also gives you complimentary local calls.
My overall impression: Great experience.