The Grand Tarabya Hotel in Sarıyer

The Grand Tarabya Hotel, an Istanbul Classic

At The Grand Tarabya Hotel, the charm of Istanbul meets modern hospitality. Just a stone's throw from Istinye Park Shopping Center, this place is more than just a bed and breakfast. It's where you might just bump into a local cat lounging on the terrace, eyeing your lunch. The hotel offers a mixed bag of goodies: a restaurant for culinary adventures, a bar where you might order one too many, and private parking, which is a blessing in disguise in this city.

Whether you fancy a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or prefer the indoor one when the weather has a mind of its own, The Grand Tarabya has you covered. There's a fitness center for those guilty of overindulging in the local baklava. Rooms are equipped with all the essentials: air conditioning, a desk for those pretending to work, and a flat-screen TV. If you're lucky, your room might even have a balcony where you can practice your pigeon whispering.

Breakfast is a buffet, so roll out of bed and grab a plate before heading to the sauna. For those craving exploration, Nef Stadium and Istanbul Sapphire are a hop, skip, and a jump away. And if you're flying in or out, Istanbul Airport is 24 miles away—not quite close but not a world away either. The hotel offers an airport shuttle, presumably so you don't end up in the wrong continent. The Grand Tarabya Hotel, your Istanbul home base.

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