St. Regis Hotels & Resorts has opened the highly anticipated St. Regis Istanbul, marking the debut of the luxury brand in Turkey. Nestled in the sophisticated Nişantaşı neighborhood, on the European half of the city, The St. Regis Istanbul is ideally suited for business travellers looking to mix work and play. The residential-style hotel sits atop Maçka Park and boasts breathtaking views across the Bosphorus from each of the 118 guestrooms and suites. Designed by award-winning Turkish architect Emre Arolat, the hotel is a modern interpretation of Istanbul’s glamorous Art Deco era yet caters to corporate travellers with cutting edge technology and bespoke service.

Each of the 118 guest rooms  feature walk in wardrobes, spacious marble bathrooms with Remède bath amenities and 19-inch mirror image televisions, 300 thread count sheets, iPod docking stations, and signature 24 hour butler service. Travelling executives might like to opt for the hotel’s Bentley Suite, second in the world only to the Bentley Suite at the brand’s flagship hotel in New York. Providing guests with the luxury, craftsmanship and style associated with both renowned international brands, the suite draws inspiration from the Bentley Continental GT model and features hand-crafted finishes and one-of-a-kind furnishings throughout.

Ideal for entertaining business clients, the hotel is home to the first international outpost of Wolfgang Puck’s iconic Spago restaurant, which stars as the hotel’s signature culinary experience. Located on the hotel’s rooftop, the restaurant offers contemporary design and stunning views of the vibrant city. Inspired by the celebrated chef’s global travels, the modern and imaginative seasonal menus include signature dishes such as blue crab and lobster “Louis” cocktail with spicy tomato-horseradish; and “Angry” two-pound live lobster with Szechuan chilies, garlic, scallions and black bean dust. These are paired with a superb artisanal cocktail menu and extensive wine list, including international varietals alongside local Turkish wines.

In addition to Spago, the St. Regis features the St. Regis Brasserie, which offers an indoor show kitchen and bustling outdoor terrace, reminiscent of a Parisian café; and the Petit “O” Bar, where guests can try a local twist on the signature Bloody Mary cocktail with the Misty Mary.

For everything from intimate meetings to large-scale events  The St. Regis Istanbul features seven meeting rooms, including the prestigious Astor Ballroom, setting an incomparable stage for a truly unforgettable event.

After hours, business travellers can shake off the stress of the boardroom in the Iridium Spa, which offers a transformative spa journey that bestows the rarest luxury of all: time. With seven treatment rooms and two hammams, the spa offers bespoke treatments tailored to guests’ needs in an idyllic setting.  The spa also features an indoor pool and fitness center with the latest Technogym equipment designed by Antonio Citterio. www.stregis.com/istanbul