Fairmont delivers glamour,
culture and luxury with debut in Istanbul
Turkey’s first Fairmont Hotel, Fairmont Quasar Istanbul -- a highly anticipated addition to the city’s glittering skyline -- opened its doors on January 16, 2017. Rising above the slopes of The Bosphorus, Fairmont Quasar will serve as a genuine hub for the well-travelled, uniting the sophistication of modern Istanbul with the unique lineage of its location, steeped in centuries of sacred history.
A new icon for the vibrant Mecidiyeköy district, Fairmont Quasar sits at a crossroads in Istanbul – where eclectic neighborhood bazaars and colorful side streets meet modern shopping centers and commercial properties. Set on the site of the 1930’s Robert Mallet Stevens’ designed Art Deco liquor factory, Fairmont Quasar will blend a sense of urban culture and industrial flair with the city’s storied traditions and a strong sense of place.
According to Chris Cahill, CEO, AccorHotels Luxury Brands:
“Fairmont Quasar Istanbul will be a landmark hotel for Fairmont – bringing the company’s history of hospitality to the heart of one of the world’s most compelling cities. Istanbul is a city that has fascinated travelers for millennia; a meeting point between East and West, Asia and Europe, old and new. We plan to become an intrinsic part of Istanbul’s dynamic future, with timeless style, unrivalled service and
an incredibly personal experience for every guest, whether travelling for business or leisure.”
Fairmont Quasar Istanbul provides 209 guestrooms including 25 suites. Each has a wide panoramic view overlooking either the serene Bosphorus or the city skyline. Rooms are designed to maximize comfort and technology, with stylishly industrial touches, plenty of space and natural light.
The design details at Fairmont Quasar smartly mix glamour with culture. Blue leather-tufted headboards call to mind The Bosphorus; mini-bars are inspired by vintage travel trunks, leather-bound and studded; ensuite showers resemble traditional Turkish hammams. The Royal Suite is the star of accommodation, with numerous one-of-akind luxuries, while 40 Fairmont Gold rooms create a hotel within the hotel, where service and experience surpass all expectations.
Guests can relax during their stay in the Willow Stream Spa – a wonderfully serene escape from the bustle of the city. Nine treatment rooms, traditional hammam, an indoor pool, yoga room and state-of-the-art gym provide ample space to replenish the mind, body and spirit. Fairmont Fit, available to Fairmont President’s Club members, delivers Reebok fitness apparel and footwear to guestrooms upon request.
The hotel offers an inspiring choice of spaces for private and business events, from a large scale launch or a society wedding in the Ballroom, to a small dinner in one of nine private rooms or high-level board meeting in one of two dedicated boardrooms.
Positioned within walking distance of Istanbul’s most important cultural landmarks – Taksim Square, the Grand Bazaar, the Blue Mosque – as well as the financial district, Fairmont Quasar Istanbul offers an authentic experience of the city for leisure and business travelers. Access from Istanbul’s two airports is easy and efficient, while guests traveling on a tight schedule have access to a private helipad.
Kai Winkler joins Fairmont Quasar Istanbul as the general manager, bringing more than 20 years of luxury hospitality experience in Turkey and abroad, including most recently with Kempinski in China.
Mr. Winkler says: “I am truly happy to be back in Turkey to launch the first Fairmont hotel in the country. My team and I consider ourselves to be artisans of hospitality, reshaping the traditions of our industry with a contemporary approach. Our utmost aim is to create long lasting memories for our guests through genuine hospitality, unique services and a locally connected venue, designed with an innovative concept and a strong identity to differentiate us and make Fairmont Quasar the happening place in Istanbul. With this great team, which I am excited to lead, we very much look forward to opening our doors and becoming the talk of the town.”
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