(TAN): Radisson Hotel Group has opened two new hotels — the Radisson Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet and the Radisson Hotel President Beyazit Istanbul — both located in the heart of historic Istanbul.
Radisson has 30 hotels and over 4,500 rooms in operation and under development in Turkey and it is aiming for over 50 hotels and 10,000 rooms within the next 3 to 5 years. The group currently has four brands represented in Turkey — Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu, Radisson and Park Inn by Radisson — in operation and under development. It has 16 hotels in Istanbul.
Situated near the Grand Bazaar, St. Sophia and Topkapı Palace, these two new hotels combine modern and historical Turkish culture, reflective of the iconic city.
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Radisson Hotel Group’s Area Senior Vice President, Central & Eastern Europe, Russia and Turkey, Yilmaz Yildirimlar said: “We are proud to open two new hotels in Istanbul’s most in-demand historic location. In addition to Istanbul’s unique cultural background and numerous attractions, our ongoing investment and expansion, highlight Turkey’s importance as a key development market for Radisson Hotel Group. We look forward to further expanding our Turkish portfolio.”
The Radisson Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet overlooks the magnificent Sea of Marmara and is situated within the historical walls of Istanbul. With 28 well-appointed rooms, guests can dine at the Anatolian-style Şömine Restaurant or Marmara Cafe & Bar, which offer splendid sea views and a magnificent fountain. Meetings and events facilities include a 19th-century Ottoman-French meeting room and historical ballroom, perfect to host lavish wedding ceremonies, dinners and celebrations.
The Radisson Hotel President Beyazit Istanbul is located in the heart of old Istanbul, home to some of the most historic sites of this vibrant megapolis offering infinite cultural attractions to explore including museums, churches, palaces, mosques, bazaars and natural beauties.
The hotel offers 201 contemporary rooms and suites. Guests can work out with panoramic sea views in the modern fitness center and refuel after a long day of exploring at the health club, complete with a swimming pool, steam room, and locally-inspired treatments. Conferences can host up to 50 guests and events for up to 350 guests in the hotel’s four meeting rooms and two event venues complete with a 370-square-meter ballroom.
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Most recently, the Radisson Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet and the Radisson Hotel President Beyazit Istanbul successfully completed the Cleaning and Disinfection Assessment by SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and Certification Company. This independent health and safety assessment ensures that all the cleanliness, disinfection and safety measures as outlined in the Radisson Hotels Safety Protocol have been implemented.