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8.8 239 reviews
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Royal Paradise Beach Resort & Spa
Greece, Islands of Greece
Hotel description Located by a private sandy cove, this 5-star spa resort is on Paradise Beach. It features air-conditioned rooms with furnished balconies, and offers 3 dining outlets, free Wi-Fi and a spa relaxation indoor pool. The modern rooms of the Royal Paradise Beach Resort & Spa come with a laptop-size safe, a 26-inch flat-screen satellite/pay TV and a mini-bar. Slippers and bathrobes are standard, while some rooms offer a private outdoor hot tub. The property has a sauna room and a hot tub, as well as massage rooms.
8.8 210 reviews
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Eagles Palace Hotel
Greece, Halkidiki
Hotel description The 5-star Eagles Palace Spa Hotel with its own sandy beach is located in the area of ​​Skala, surrounded by lush gardens. There is an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and tennis court. All rooms at Eagles Palace Hotel are elegantly decorated in neutral colors and air-conditioned. Amenities include a luxurious marble bathroom and an LCD TV with satellite channels. The windows offer a view of the sea or the garden. Every morning, a Greek breakfast certified with the Greek Chamber of Hotels is served with freshly baked local pies, cheese and fresh fruit.
8.8 621 review
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Cavo Tagoo Mykonos
Greece, Islands of Greece
Hotel description Within proximity of Chora in Mykonos, the awarded hotel Cavo Tagoo features an infinity pool with a 37 m aquarium bar, and a fully equipped spa with indoor pool. Most rooms enjoy sea views. The spacious and minimal guest rooms, suites and villas are individually decorated and some feature a spa bath. In-room amenities include bathrobe and slippers, flat-screen TV and Simmons bed mattresses. Some units also feature a private pool. Free WiFi is available throughout. The Cavo Tagoo Golden Spa offers traditional body and face treatments, plus chromatotherapy, sauna, steam bath and salon services.
8.8 548 reviews
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The Open House Jimbaran Bali
Indonesia, Bali (island)
Hotel description Located just a few steps from Jimbaran Bay Beach, The Open House Jimbaran Bali offers cozy accommodations with organic and eco-friendly design featuring an outdoor pool, garden and gazebo. This hotel is only 1-minute walk away from Jimbaran Bay Beach, 5-minute walk to Jimbaran Traditional Market and 25-minute drive to the famous Uluwatu Temple where you can see traditional Balinese dance performance during sunset on top of a cliff. Ngurah Rai International Airport is about 15-minute drive away from the property. Rooms at The Open House Jimbaran Bali are well decorated with a mix of modern and vintage style fitted with a king size bed, flat screen TV, an iPod dock.
8.8 212 reviews
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Hotel Tugu Bali
Indonesia, Bali (island)
Hotel description One of the best choices we have chosen in the city of Canggu. The beach can be reached in just 9 minutes. Hotel Tugu Bali is located in Canggu. The hotel has a large collection of antiques, including Balinese, Javanese and Asian artifacts. The hotel is located on Echo Beach, along the coast north of Seminyak. The hotel is surrounded by a private garden. It features an outdoor pool with panoramic sunset views, 5 themed restaurants and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Hotel Tugu Bali is about 12 km from the center of Seminyak and the Tanah Lot temple.

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8.8 270 reviews
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Amirandes, A Grecotel Resort to Live
Greece, Crete (island)
Hotel description Set amid fragrant gardens and palm-fringed lagoons in Gouves, Amirandes, Grecotel Exclusive Resort features an Olympic-sized seawater pool, a children's pool and a spa center with indoor pool, sauna and fitness equipment. Guests can choose among 10 top-quality restaurants and bars, while meeting/banquet facilities and jewelry and clothing boutiques are also featured on site. The rooms, suites, villas and bungalows of Grecotel Amirandes are fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows, soft colors and designer furniture.
8.8 753 reviews
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Lyttos Beach
Greece, Crete (island)
Hotel description One of our top picks in Hersonissos. Anissaras is a great choice for travelers interested in the oceanside, local food and relaxation.
8.8 10 reviews
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Aldemar Knossos Royal & Knossos Villas
Greece, Crete (island)
Hotel description The beach can be reached in just 4 minutes. The Aldemar Knossos Royal is located in the historic Knossos, near Chersonesos. From the gardens that have been destroyed on its territory, you can see the north coast of Crete. This complex offers a blue and white bungalow and a private beach. All rooms have a furnished balcony or veranda with a beautiful view of the sea or the garden. They are also equipped with satellite TV and internet access. The complex provides everything necessary for rest and sports.
8.8 669 reviews
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Fodele Beach Waterpark Holiday Resort
Greece, Crete (island)
Hotel description The beach can be reached in just 2 minutes. The luxurious all-inclusive resort Fodele Beach Water Park is located by the sea on the sandy beach of the village of Fodele on the northern coast of Crete. The hotel has an aqua park, 3 swimming pools, 3 restaurants and meeting rooms. There is a tennis court and a fully equipped fitness center on site. It offers spacious rooms, modernly decorated in light colors, with air conditioning and tiled or parquet floors. Each room has cable TV, a safe and a telephone.
8.8 7 reviews
Anemi Studios & Apartments
Greece, Crete (island)
Hotel description One of our best sellers in Chania! Linnea Suites is housed in a renovated Venetian building, in the center of Chania’s Old Town, opposite the Byzantine chapel of Saint Irene. Guests enjoy air-conditioned apartments. Apartments include a living room and kitchen with dining area, all furnished with respect to the traditional architecture. Some offer a private veranda and some feature an internal wooden staircase with age-old timber. Guests can benefit from free internet access available in the apartments. Linnea Suites is 500 m from the old Venetian Port and less than 300 m from the port of Chania.
8.8 73 reviews
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Vasia Village Hotel
Greece, Crete (island)
Hotel description Location: The road from the hotel to Heraclion Airport takes 30 minutes. Number of rooms: - 100 Types of rooms: - Double rooms Double Room (25 sq.m., max. 3 people) - quadruple rooms Family Room (45 sq.m., max. 4 people) Description of rooms: - bathroom - handmade wooden furniture - air conditioning - television - radio - phone - mini bar - hair dryer - toiletries - safe - cotton towels Hotel infrastructure: - parking - terrace - garden Types of food: - Half board and all inclusive.
8.8 84 reviews
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Elounda Peninsula All Suite Hotel
Greece, Crete (island)
Hotel description Elounda Peninsula All Suite is located on a land stretching in the sea near the village of Elounda. From the peninsula, you can see the Mirabello Bay and the Aegean Sea. From the balcony or terrace, elegantly decorated suites and villas offer a view of the sea. All suites and villas are equipped with air conditioning, a minibar and a seating area. Most have a private heated pool, and some have a luxurious bathroom with a steam bath. In the mornings, guests can enjoy an American breakfast in the dining room overlooking the bay.
8.8 73 reviews
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JOIA BAVARO BY IBEROSTAR
Dominican Republic, Punta Cana
Hotel description Iberostar Grand Bavaro Hotel is located in the Bavaro district in Punta Cana, 3.7 mi from Dolphin Island Park and 15 mi from freshwater lagoons. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. A flat-screen TV and DVD player, as well as an iPod docking station are available. Certain rooms include views of the sea or garden. Rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a bath. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Cap Cana Marina and Playa Juanillo are both 16 mi from Iberostar Grand Bavaro Hotel.
8.8 334 reviews
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Sanctuary Cap Cana
Dominican Republic, Cap Cana
Hotel description One of our top picks in Punta Cana.The Punta Cana International Airport is minutes from Sanctuary Cap Cana - All Inclusive by Playa Hotels & Resorts. This luxury resort provides a full-service spa, 24-hour room service and beach. Guest suites at the Sanctuary Cap Cana - All Inclusive by Playa Hotels & Resorts feature an ocean view or direct beach access. A separate living area with a plasma TV are in each suite. The suites also include an espresso machine, silk bathrobes and a mini bar refreshed daily with bottled water, soft drinks and domestic beer.
8.8 2 reviews
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Grand Bahia Principe San Juan
Dominican Republic, Puerto Plata
Hotel description Feel like a celebrity with great service at Grand Bahia Principe San Juan One of the best choices in the city of Río San Juan. The beach can be reached in just 2 minutes. Grand Bahia Principe San Juan is located in the resort town of Rio San Juan, 8 km from Playa Grande Beach. It features a spa center, a hot tub, a restaurant, a bar, a casino and free private parking on site. All rooms have a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area, terrace or balcony. The private bathroom includes a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries.
8.8 362 reviews
Enalio Suites
Greece, Peloponnese
Hotel description One of our top picks in Lechaio.With direct access to Lecheo Beach, Enalio Suites offers elegant and spacious accommodations in Corinthia. Features include an outdoor pool with furnished terrace and an outdoor heated hot tub. With views over the pool and the sea, all accommodations types at Enalio have a stone-built bathroom with toiletries, magnifying mirror and slippers. Most of them also include a living room with fireplace, 26-inch LCD TV and DVD player, and a fully equipped kitchen. The garden includes a seating area, where guests can enjoy traditional homemade breakfast.
8.8 2374 reviews
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Sofitel Athens Airport
Greece, Cities in Greece
Hotel description One of our top picks in Athens.The 5-star Sofitel Athens is conveniently located 50 m from Athens International Airport. It offers 2 restaurants, a spa and an indoor heated pool with views over the airport. Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout. Each of the modern rooms is soundproofed and appointed with comfortable beds. Units are air-conditioned and have satellite TVs and work desks. Marble bathrooms feature luxury toiletries. Athens Sofitel’s 2 restaurants serve delicious Greek and global cuisine.
8.8 563 reviews
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Semeli Hotel Mykonos
Greece, Islands of Greece
Hotel description One of our top picks in Mikonos.The sophisticated Hotel Semeli is located in Mykonos town, 500 m from Megali Ammos beach. It features tastefully decorated accommodations with sea, town or garden views, a sweet-water, heated pool with sun beds and a spa. All rooms or suites at Semeli Hotel have a flat screen TV, seating area, marble bathroom and French doors with sea views. Whitewashed walls and a garden with geraniums and bougainvilleas provide the rooms’ exterior setting. Some units have an indoor or an outdoor hot tub. The a la carte restaurant Thioni serves a rich buffet breakfast by the pool.
8.8 176 reviews
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Myconian Imperial Resort & Villas
Greece, Islands of Greece
Hotel description Myconian Imperial Resort & Spa offers 5-star accommodation with scenic views of the Aegean Sea and its private beach. It features a spa, gourmet cuisine, a hot tub and 3 swimming pools. All rooms at the Myconian Imperial Hotel are decorated in a contemporary style and open onto a balcony with beautiful views of Elia Beach. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, LCD TV with satellite channels, and DVD / CD players. A safe is provided. Some include an outdoor hot tub or private pool. Meltemi Restaurant serves a delicious American breakfast.
8.8 439 reviews
Lilalo Studios Apart-Hotel
Greece, Greek Macedonia
Hotel description Just a 5-minute walk from the sandy beach, Lilalo Hotel features self-catering rooms with furnished sea-view balconies. The cosmopolitan town of Katerini is at 3.7 mi. All Hotel Lilalo’s rooms feature fridge, electric hobs and TV. Units are decorated in bright, modern colors. The Lilalo features a hot tub in a palm-tree garden. Free Wi-Fi access is available in the entire hotel. Staff at the tour desk can provide area information and help with tickets. Guests of the Lilalo can enjoy the nearby Blue Flag-awarded Olympic Beach, popular for its clean and shallow sea.
8.8 635 reviews
4-YOU
Greece, Halkidiki
Hotel description Just 150 meters from the beach of Metamorfosi on the Chalkidiki Peninsula, 4-You offers a pool, a snack bar, self-catering studios and apartments with free Wi-Fi, and a balcony or patio overlooking the garden. The 4-You studios and apartments are decorated in a contemporary style with natural colors and are equipped with air conditioning, an LCD TV with satellite channels, and a kitchenette with microwave or electric oven, hob and fridge. The private bathroom has a shower and hairdryer. Guests can enjoy the sun terrace, as well as cocktails and light meals in the bar.
8.8 30 reviews
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Narada Resort & Spa Qixian Mount
China, Hainan
Hotel description Narada Resort & Spa Qixian Mount is located at Qixianling National Forest Park. The resort is decorated in Li and Miao style and is built in a tropical rainforest with on-site hot spring. It is a 5-minute drive from the golf club and a 10-minute drive from Qixian Mount. Qixian Mount Narada Resort is a 30-minute car ride from Yanuoda Rainforest Tourism Area. It is a 15-minute drive from Baoting Bus Terminal and a 50-minute drive from Lingshui High-Speed Railway Station. The nearest Airport is Sanya Pheonix Airport, approximately a 2-hour drive away.
8.8 7 reviews
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BOUTIQUE HOTEL INSOLITO
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro
Hotel description The Insolito Boutique Hotel & Spa offers exclusive rooms with bright tones and luxurious amenities in a Mediterranean-style building where beautiful sea views are also provided. Each of the accommodations features a wooden deck overlooking the ocean. In the Insolito Suite, the balcony has an exclusive hot tub as well. Another hot tub, an outdoor pool and a sauna are available for all guests. Spa services and many other activities for leisure and relaxation are also provided on site. The poolside bar provides more comfort to guests who wish to grab a snack or a cold drink enjoying the sun.
8.8
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NANNAI BEACH RESORT
Brazil, Beach resorts
Hotel description Nannai Beach Residence offers accommodations in Porto De Galinhas, 12.9 km from Maracaipe's Beach and 3.7 km from Cupe Beach. With pool views, this property has a balcony and a swimming pool. The 2-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a bathroom. Guests can use the sauna and fitness center. A terrace can be found at the apartment, along with a garden. Merepe Beach is 9.7 km from Nannai Beach Residence. The nearest airport is Guararapes Airport, 48.3 km from the property.
8.8 85 reviews
Sunny Residence Apart
Bulgaria, Sunny Beach Region
Hotel description One of our top picks in Sunny Beach.Sunny Residence Complex offers accommodations in Sunny Beach and is located 0.6 mi away from Cacao Beach. An outdoor swimming pool with children's section is at guests disposal. Each room has a TV with cable channels, as well as a kitchenette with a dining table. Sunny Residence Complex offers a children's playground. A grocery store and restaurants can be found nearby the property. Cacao Beach is a 12-minute walk away from Sunny Residence, while Action AquaPark is 2.5 mi away.
8.8 72 reviews
Santa Marina Holiday Village
Bulgaria, Location Sozopol
Hotel description One of our top picks in Sozopol.Santa Marina Hotel is a beachfront resort surrounded by pine forests and located right above King's Beach. All apartments are air-conditioned and feature a balcony and satellite TV. The resort includes 3- and 4-story villas which are arranged in an amphitheater style along the bay. Most of the apartments feature panoramic sea views. Guests can enjoy 5 outdoor swimming pools, a wellness center, 8 tennis courts and 1 football field, while younger guests can spend their time at the 5 kid's pools or the playground.
8.8 3 reviews
BlackSeaRama Golf & Villas
Bulgaria, Golden Sands Region
Hotel description This 5-star resort with an 18-hole golf course is located on a 300-meter-high cliff on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. It features an outdoor pool and 2 tennis courts. Club Residence at BlackSea Rama Golf offers studios and apartments overlooking Cape Kaliakra and the golf course. The spacious rooms are decorated in warm colors, which allows you to fully relax. The restaurant, headed by the well-known in Eastern Europe chef Kirin, serves gourmet dishes made from organic products that are grown in an organic garden.
8.8 23 reviews
Royal Beach Apartments
Bulgaria, Sunny Beach Region
Hotel description One of the best options we have chosen in the city of Sunny Beach. Royal Beach Apartments is located in the center of Sunny Beach, just 50 meters from the Black Sea. It offers indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a supermarket and a fitness center. The apartments are elegantly furnished with dark wood and decorated with fabrics in burgundy colors. There is a well-equipped kitchen, a private balcony, air conditioning and a TV with cable channels. Cleaning is done once a week. For a fee, guests can relax in the sauna or relax with a massage at the spa.
8.8 74 reviews
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Sol Nessebar Palace Resort & Aquapark
Bulgaria, Sunny Beach Region
Hotel description Enjoy the magnificent service at Sol Nessebar Palace Resort & Aquapark - All inclusive One of the best options chosen by us in the town of Nessebar. Sol Nessebar Palace Resort offers all-inclusive accommodation and a variety of on-site amenities and activities. Guests of the hotel can visit the new seasonal water park with 5 water slides and several swimming pools, which is included in the all-inclusive offer. Along the beach there is a unique attraction "The Fast River", which leads to a pool surrounded by trees, located near the coastal terraces.
8.8 20 reviews
Evergreen ApartHotel
Bulgaria, Ski resorts in Bulgaria
Hotel description Bestseller in Bansko! Aparthotel Evergreen is located 300 meters from the 1st gondola station. It features a free indoor pool and a well-equipped spa. There are various procedures, including facial and body care, as well as massages. All apartments have free wired internet access. Free private parking is available on site. Each apartment has a seating area with a sofa and a TV with cable channels. There is also a well-equipped kitchenette with a dining area and a bathroom with a shower / bath and free toiletries.
8.8 354 reviews
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Kempinski The Dome Hotel
Turkey, Belek
Hotel description One of the best options we have chosen in the city of Belek. The beach can be reached in just 2 minutes. The superb Kempinski The Dome hotel, located next to the beach in Belek, is decorated in Seljuk style with intricate decor elements. It offers indoor and outdoor pools, a private sandy beach with a pier and a luxurious spa. There are two 18-hole golf courses on site. The spacious rooms and suites of the Kempinski Hotel include free Wi-Fi or wired internet access and a flat-screen TV. There is a marble bathroom with a bath and shower.
8.8 395 reviews
Marmaris Park Hotel
Turkey, Marmaris
Hotel description Marmaris Park is located in Icmeler, 5 km from Marmaris. It features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's playground. The hotel also has a spa and sauna. Guests can visit the restaurant and have a drink at the bar. You can park your car in the free private parking on site. Each room at this hotel has air conditioning and a TV. Some rooms offer a view of the sea or the pool. The reception is open around the clock. Water sports facilities and bicycles are available for rent. You can play table tennis and rent a car.
8.8 100 reviews
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Swandor Hotels & Resorts (ex. PGS Kiris Resort)
Turkey, Kemer
Hotel description PGS Kiris Resort is ideal for families. Renovated spacious rooms, a children's club and a teenage club, animation and lots of leisure activities are available. This hotel is located in Antalya, where a stunning and hospitable atmosphere reigns and offers a huge range of excellent services and amenities. Delivery of food and drinks to the rooms is at an additional cost. This unforgettable resort hotel is located in a unique corner of the Mediterranean coast with 3 magnificent bays and a 2 km long beach.
8.8 668 reviews
TUI Magic Life Belek (ex Club Asteria Belek)
Turkey, Belek
Hotel description Offering extensive and one-of-a-kind facilities specifically tailored for kids, Asteria Club Belek comes with Asterix Kids Club equipped with security cameras, movie screening sessions and variety of board games. You will find pools for children and babies. Along with a special kids restaurant and a playground, creativity activities are available such as origami, cooking classes, handcrafting workshops and puzzle games to keep your kids inspired during your stay at Asteria Club Belek. Babysitting service and strollers can be provided upon your request at a surcharge for your convenience.
8.8 586 reviews
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Hotel 1207 Sultanahmet (ex. Alzer Hotel)
Turkey, Istanbul
Hotel description Along with stunning views of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia from its rooftop terrace, this special category hotel offers personalized service and free wireless internet access in the heart of Sultanahmet. The historic townhouse Alzer Hotel is over 100 years old and has been fully restored with great attention to detail. The clean and comfortable guest rooms offer modern amenities, including air conditioning. Start each day with a rich breakfast served on Alzer's charming terrace, while admiring views of the Blue Mosque and Marmara Sea.
8.8 777 reviews
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NOWY EFENDI HOTEL
Turkey, Istanbul
Hotel description Istanbul - stay in the center - Hit sales in Istanbul! Hotel Nowy Efendi - Special Category is located just 400 meters from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque and an 8-minute walk from Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The hotel offers rooms with carpeted floors, air conditioning, minibar and LCD TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer, slippers and free toiletries. A buffet breakfast is served daily, and is served on the rooftop terrace overlooking Hagia Sophia.
8.8 622 reviews
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ANATOLIAN CAVE HOTEL
Turkey, Cappadocia
Hotel description Göreme Ascension Cave Suites is nestled in the heart of Goreme town of Cappadocia. Dominating the Goreme town, the hotel enjoys unrivaled town views. Göreme Ascension Cave Suites, renovated in 1998, has been elegantly restored with a character and charm all of its own. The hotel experience is about modern comfort in a historic setting, along with friendly, personal service. The popular spots in Cappadocia, including Goreme Open Air Museum, Shopping Centers, restaurants and even religious centers are all within walking distance from Göreme Ascension Cave Suites. The closest airport to Cappadocia is in Kayseri which is 47 mi away.
8.8 677 reviews
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ALBINAS OLD CITY HOTEL
Turkey, Istanbul
Hotel description Location: The Albinas Hotel is located in the center of Sultanahmet, Istanbul, the historical peninsula that has become the cradle of the greatest civilizations of history, like the Roman Empire, the Byzantine Empire and the Ottoman Empire. The hotel is only a few minutes walk from such historical places as Topkapi Palace, St. Sofia Cathedral (Aya Sofya), Sultanahmet Mosque, Hippodrome, Basilica Cistern, Museum of Turkish Islamic Works of Art, Sultanahmet Square, Obelisk. Albinas is a fairly reliable structure, built on the principle of earthquake-resistant steel construction.
8.8 1246 reviews
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The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul at the Bosphorus
Turkey, Istanbul
Hotel description The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul is located in the heart of the city overlooking scenic views of the city and the Bosphorus. High-speed internet is available throughout for free of charge. This five-star hotel is just 15 minutes' drive from the famous historical old town attractions of Sultanahmet, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar. Elegantly decorated, all units at The Ritz-Carlton feature luxury furniture including a plush armchair in the seating area and ornate chest of drawers. The full marble bathroom comes with separate rainforest shower, soaking bathtub, exclusive Asprey bath amenities and plush terry cloth bathrobes and slippers.
8.8 914 reviews
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SHANGRI-LA BOSPHORUS HOTEL
Turkey, Istanbul
Hotel description One of our top picks in Istanbul – and a guest favorite. Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul is located between Dolmabahce Palace and Naval Museum on the European coast of the Bosphorus. This luxurious hotel offers an indoor pool, CHI, The Spa and elegantly decorated rooms with modern amenities. The rooms feature contemporary décor with Asian highlights. Each room is equipped with high-tech products, free high-speed internet, a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. The marble bathrooms have heated floors and Bvlgari toiletries. IST TOO serves selected dishes of world cuisine including Japanese, Southeast Asian, Mediterranean and Turkish flavors.
8.8
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Hyde Bodrum (ex. Thor Hotel)
Turkey, Bodrum
Hotel description Hit the sales in Torba! Thor Luxury Hotel by Alkoclar Bodrum - Adult Only is located in Usulu Bay on the Bodrum Peninsula. It features a private beach, an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a spa, and luxurious rooms with modern amenities and free Wi-Fi. The elegantly decorated rooms at the Thor Luxury by Alkoclar Bodrum - Adult Only feature an LCD TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar and a safe. The balcony overlooks the sea or the garden. The main restaurant of the hotel serves international cuisine buffet.


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