Location. The Surmeli Hotel Istanbul is located in Istanbul, Turkey, in the commercial area of Gayrettepe, within four kilometres of Taksim square and eight kilometres of the historic Sultanahmet district. The nearest metro station is 300 metres from the hotel.
Hotel Features. The hotel lobby features glass elevators in its atrium and includes a full service health and beauty spa with Turkish hammam and massage, fitness equipment, and an outdoor swimming pool. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel. The hotel also has a gift shop and concierge desk.
The Akvaryum restaurant at the Surmeli hotel overlooks the swimming pool and serves Turkish and international dishes a la carte. The Brasserie offers a la carte lunch and dinner. At the lounge bar in the lobby, drinks and cakes are available. The Melange Lounge and Bar offers drinks and snacks in the evening with DJ or live music. A complimentary breakfast buffet is available in the morning.
Guestrooms. Surmeli Hotel Istanbul offers accommodation in 205 air conditioned guestrooms, which are decorated and furnished in minimalist style, with warm colours and matching bedspreads. The bathrooms have showers, hair dryers, and bathroom telephones. All guestrooms are equipped with satellite television, direct dial phones, and wireless Internet access. Further amenities include minibars and safes.
Expert Tip. The Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts exhibits a fine collection of calligraphy, peace treaties, several examples of the sultans official seal, and an insightful ethnographic section depicting the lifestyles of nomads and city dwelling Ottomans.
Rates:
118 - 192 EUR
Number Of Rooms: 203
Number Of Floors: 16
Amenities:
Sauna
Fitness Facility
In House Dining
In House Bar
Children Allowed
Meeting Rooms
Business Center
Surmeli Istanbul Hotel
Prof. Dr. Bulent Tarcan Sokak No. 3
Istanbul, Turkey 80310
Driving Directions:
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST):
Distance to Surmeli Hotel Istanbul is 20 kilometres, approximately 25 minutes drive.
Getting there. Both airport terminals are connected to the metro system, which runs to the city centre. Single tickets cost about 1 TRY. The Havas Airport bus departs every 30 minutes for the main bus terminal and Taksim Square, four kilometres from the hotel. Journey time is about 30 minutes. Bus number 96 runs between the airport and the city centre. Taxis wait outside Arrivals; fixed prices are in place and the fare to the city centre should be about 20 TRY 30 TRY. At night, there is a 50 percent surcharge. Prices are all subject to change.
Getting around. Istanbuls extensive public transport system includes buses, metros (underground trains), trains, trams, sea buses, and ferries. Tickets can be purchased from main stops, stations, or kiosks prior to boarding. Istanbuls yellow taxis are reasonably priced, but travellers should ensure the meter is used. A cheaper alternative is to use a dolmus (minibus or shared taxi). Driving is not advised for visitors.