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title: "Istanbul concept hotel in the style of the ’50s: The Marmara Șișli"
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# Istanbul concept hotel in the style of the ’50s: The Marmara Șișli

> The Marmara Șișli is a 98-room concept hotel in Istanbul's Mecidiyeköy Business District, fully renovated by design agency Autoban in a stylish 1950s aesthetic that blends classical and modern elements.

## Destination
Mecidiyeköy district (Șișli), European side of Istanbul, Turkey — situated in the heart of the Business District.

## Why visit
A design-forward boutique hotel experience rooted in 1950s nostalgia, with welcome extras like figs, pistachios, and the Marmara Group's own Vinkara wine; junior suites offer Bosphorus views.

## What to see
- **1950s-style lobby and lounge** — Designed by Turkish agency Autoban with period-authentic furnishings and fittings throughout.
- **Bosphorus and Asian-side views** — Visible from the king-sized bed or whirlpool in the three junior suites.
- **Original washbasins in Superior Plus rooms** — Authentic vintage bathroom fixtures retained as a design feature.

## What to do
- **In-room wine tasting** — Complimentary sample of Vinkara wine pressed by the Marmara Group is provided on arrival.
- **Café, bar, and restaurant** — The dining area transitions from daytime café to evening bar and restaurant, with a recommended dessert menu.
- **Business facilities** — Five conference rooms and a Business Lounge cater to corporate guests.

## Good to know
The hotel has been part of the Marmara Group since 2008 and primarily caters to business travellers given its central Business District location. Room categories range from Superior to Junior Suite.

## Photos

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photos:
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0101_final-1024x6851.jpg"
    caption: "The 1950s-style lounge"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0055-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "Welcome morsels of figs and pistachios"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0123_final1-1024x731.jpg"
    caption: "The hotel's own welcome wine"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0120_final-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "Double bet in the Superior Room"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0022-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "Nostalgic armatures"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0013-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "King-sized bed in the Junior Suite"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0019-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "Stylish seating furniture in the Junior Suite"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0046_final-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "One of five conference rooms"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0047_final-731x1024.jpg"
    caption: "Café during the day, bar at night"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0051-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "The bar is watched over by this nice fellow"
  - url: "https://travelmemo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/DSC_0092_final-1024x685.jpg"
    caption: "Turkish dessert of quinces with vanilla ice cream"
```