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title: "Design hotel in Istanbul’s “in” quarter: The Marmara Pera"
description: "Situated in the middle of the trendy Beyoğlu district in Istanbul, the Marmara Pera Hotel is set up tastefully and offers comfort."
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# Design hotel in Istanbul’s “in” quarter: The Marmara Pera

> The Marmara Pera is a design hotel in Istanbul's trendy Beyoğlu (Pera) district, blending 1930s and 1970s aesthetic elements with 202 rooms, sweeping Bosphorus views, and a rooftop pool.

## Destination
Beyoğlu district, Istanbul, Turkey

## What to see
- **Bosphorus and city views** — Every room looks out over either the city skyline or the Bosphorus.
- **Rooftop terrace at sunset** — A 360° panorama over Istanbul, described as especially unforgettable at sunset.
- **Rooftop pool** — An open-air pool above the Istanbul rooftops with a 360° view.

## What to do
- **Dine at the ground-floor restaurant** — Open kitchen where guests can watch chefs prepare their order; menu combines Western and traditional Turkish dishes.
- **Dine at Mikla** — Privately run top-floor restaurant said to be the best in Istanbul.
- **Explore Beyoğlu nightlife** — Countless bars and clubs in the immediate vicinity; hotel staff provide recommendations.

## Good to know
The hotel offers a 24-hour WhatsApp service for guest inquiries. Rooms are available in two categories plus suites (202 rooms, 3 suites total).

## Photos

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photos:
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0003-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "Colourful décor in the reception hall"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0066_final-1024x682.jpg"
    caption: "Vivid colours at the hotel bar"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0030_final-1024x682.jpg"
    caption: "Here you can enjoy the view of the Bosphorus"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0024_final-1024x682.jpg"
    caption: "Stylish colour combination in the suite"
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    caption: "Falafel saladn"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0115_final-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "Traditional Hünkar Beğendi kebab over aubergine salad"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0080_final-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "Absolutely worth seeing: the sunset over Istanbul"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0032_final-1024x682.jpg"
    caption: "Amazing: the pool with the 360°-view over Istanbul"
```