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Türkiye, Istanbul

Zimmer Bosphorus Hotel 4*

3.3Trip advisor rating 3.5
156 reviews
City breakDiscovery

Deal negotiated for you

  • Stay in a Standard Room
  • Breakfast
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Fruit and pastries provided in your room upon arrival

Your stay starts here

Zimmer Bosphorus Hotel 4*

3.3Trip advisor rating 3.5
156 reviews

Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include a television in a common area and a banquet hall.

With a stay at Zimmer Bosphorus Hotel - Special Class, you'll be centrally located in Istanbul, steps from Bosphorus and 9 minutes by foot from Taksim Square. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Istiklal Avenue and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Dolmabahçe Palace.

Make yourself at home in one of the 60 guestrooms featuring minibars and plasma televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Enjoy international cuisine at LULU LOUNGE – a restaurant where you can take in the sea view and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service.

Amenities

Services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Banquet hall
  • Business centre
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Computer station
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free WiFi
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Free self parking
  • Free valet parking
  • Free wired internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Smoke-free property
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance

Discover the destination

destination

Known first as Byzantium, then Constantinople, and now Istanbul, the city nicknamed "the second Rome" is overflowing with history. Located at the crossroads between Asia and Europe, it is home to a cosmopolitan population that is rightly proud of its ancient heritage. Explore the city on a tour that will take you from the Hagia Sophia to Topkapi Palace. Enjoy a glass of apple tea on the Galata bridge and in the evening, relax in a traditional hammam.

Important information about your destination

Customs and traditions

When visiting mosques, shoes must be removed. Women must cover their heads. It is advisable to avoid visiting mosques on Fridays or at prayer time.

Nudism is forbidden. It is advisable to avoid kissing too demonstratively in the street, especially in more conservative regions and areas.

In some museums, an admission fee may be charged for taking photographs.

Time difference

Ankara in Türkiye is located in the UTC/GMT+3 time zone all year round.

London, United Kingdom time is 2:00 hours behind Ankara, Türkiye

Electricity and internet access

In Türkiye, type F sockets are used (European standard).

Internet access is highly developed in Türkiye, with a secure WiFi network in the vast majority of hotels, as well as cellular connections.

Safety

Safety is generally good in Türkiye, with very few incidents of assault reported. However, it is essential to remain vigilant. Make sure you keep an eye on your personal belongings when travelling. Keep valuables, such as your passport, in locked suitcases or in your room safe. Carry only the money you need. Avoid deserted alleyways, especially at night. Watch your pockets and bags, both in town and around airports.

As in all major cities, extra vigilance is recommended in tourist areas, particularly in Istanbul, where it is advisable to look after your personal documents.

Taking a stance on subjects of a political nature, particularly on social networks (including sharing) in Türkiye, may result in a ban on entering or leaving Turkish territory and in some cases in criminal proceedings.

Currency

The official currency is the Turkish lira, and you can change your money in exchange offices, hotels and banks, of which there are many, especially in the big cities. In some tourist areas, the euro is occasionally accepted.

Weather

The best times to visit Türkiye are spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November). In fact, midsummer temperatures can be very high (around 35-40°C), which can make cultural visits less enjoyable. Ideal, however, for beach activities.

Languages

The official language in Türkiye is Turkish, but there are other minority languages spoken by some locals (Arabic, Greek...) and English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Accommodation quality

The quality of accommodation in Türkiye varies, but in general it can be said that it is often comparable to European standards, especially in large cities and tourist areas.

Food quality

Internationally renowned, Turkish gastronomy offers a wide range of culinary specialties to suit all tastes. The general quality of food and food safety is very good, especially in tourist areas.

Transport included
This price includes :
  • Your chosen accommodation
  • Your selected board
  • The chosen length of stay
  • Booking fees
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Mandatory airport taxes
  • Fruit and pastries provided in the room upon arrival
This price does not include :
  • Tourist tax to be paid on site
  • Optional personal insurance
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Excursions not included in the booking or purchased separately
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the description
  • And more generally everything in the above "This price includes" section

Useful information

Useful information

Practical details

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.
Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.
Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.
The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.
Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...
Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.
Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.
Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.
To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.
The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.
See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.
In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.
You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.
You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.
There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.
Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.
In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.
Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.
Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx

Formalities

Before you depart, we strongly advise you to consult the official website of your country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where you can find safety advice applicable to your destination, including information on recent risks and recommended precautions.

The information below is intended for all American citizens traveling to Türkiye on a trip booked with PerfectStay.

This document is intended to direct you to reliable sources of information regarding travel formalities, such as identity documents, vaccinations, visas, security, and travel advice. Please note that this information is subject to change. Requirements regarding travel documents may be subject to changes, so it is essential to regularly check for updates. The latest official recommendations for American citizens can be found on the following websites:

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Turkey.html (U.S. Department of State – Türkiye International Travel Information)

https://step.state.gov (https://step.state.gov) (Smart Traveler Enrollment Program – enroll your trip to receive safety updates)

https://www.mfa.gov.tr (Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

If you are traveling with minors, please check whether parental authorization is required: https://www.usa.gov/travel-documents-children

Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in the United States:

2525 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008

U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul:

Üç Şehitler Sokak No. 2, İstinye, Sarıyer, Istanbul

U.S. Embassy in Ankara: 1480 Sokak No. 1, Çukurambar Mahallesi, Çankaya, Ankara. Emergency assistance for U.S. citizens abroad: +1 888 407 4747 (from the U.S. and Canada) or +1 202 501 4444 (from overseas)

We would like to remind you that this information is provided for informational purposes only, to help you complete the necessary formalities before departing abroad with PerfectStay.
PerfectStay is not responsible for obtaining your travel documents, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for informing yourself about any health risks you may be exposed to, as well as any required vaccinations or treatments.
PerfectStay acts solely as an intermediary by directing you to reliable resources regarding travel formalities for American citizens and cannot be held responsible for the correct execution of these formalities.

Vaccination

No vaccination is required to enter Türkiye from the United States. Routine vaccinations should be up to date. For information on travel health (recommended vaccinations, health risks, etc.), please see the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for Türkiye: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/turkey

This information does not replace the advice of your doctor, pharmacist or a travel medicine specialist, especially for travelers at risk.

Visa

U.S. citizens holding an ordinary (tourist) passport do not need a visa to visit Türkiye for tourism or business for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. For longer stays or other purposes (study, work, residence), a visa must be obtained before departure via the official website https://www.visa.gov.tr. Holders of official, service or diplomatic U.S. passports must obtain a visa before traveling. Travelers of other nationalities should check the requirements applicable to their passport on the official website only: https://www.evisa.gov.tr .

Identity

U.S. citizens traveling individually or in a group must hold a U.S. passport valid for at least 150 days beyond the date of arrival in Türkiye; we recommend at least six months of validity remaining. The passport should have at least one blank page for entry and exit stamps. Entry will be refused with a passport that has been reported lost or stolen. Minors must hold their own valid passport.

It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

Vaccination

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

Visa

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

Identity

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

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