Istanbul
Grand Hyatt Istanbul
The Grand Hyatt Hotel near Taksim Square in Istanbul has a lot going for it. With 360 luxury rooms and suites, three restaurants, a Gaia spa, tennis court, Turkish bath, and arguably the best pool in the city, it easily earns its five stars. But in a city of intense population density and traffic congestion, the hotel’s prime central location remains perhaps its best feature. Rooms are bright, airy, modestly decorated, and fitted with soft, beige woods, marble, and white linens. Amenities multiply quickly on the upper floors.
Room to Book:
For a Bosphorus view, you’ll need to ask for a room on the fifth floor or above, beginning with a deluxe king.
Insider Tip:
Some caution should be exercised if returning by foot after midnight from the nightlife of Taksim. Stay on the main sidewalks and avoid the shortcut through the park, especially if alone or dressed to the nines.
