Luxury Hotels Resource

If you are going to be traveling to Istanbul this year, 2010, you are, no doubt, going to the city to take in some of the cultural projects that are in abundance in the city this year. Istanbul was nominated by the European Union as the Capital of Culture for 2010. While visiting the many art exhibits, films, musical, dance events, you’re probably wondering what luxury hotels in Istanbul you should stay in.

The best luxury hotels in Istanbul to consider are as follows: All are 5 star hotels in Istanbul and have received rave reviews from their guests:

The Four Seasons Bosphorus with superior service and very chi-chi décor. Dining facilities are truly magnificent.

The Ritz Carlton, famous throughout the world for décor, leisure services, spa and restaurants. This is a luxury boutique hotel.

InterContinental Ceylan – exclusive pampering, wonderful and very professional service. This hotel is complete luxury.

The Sofa Hotel and Residences, superlative comforts and amenities provided to their upscale clientele. Total luxury is the best way to describe this luxury hotel.

Ciragan Palace Kempinski – the palace fit for royalty, with magnificent views of the Bosphorus. Succulent and delicious dining for the most discerning of guests. Truly an award winning hotel.

Four Seasons Sultanamet – this luxury hotel in Istanbul is located right in the center of everything. Most of the historical sites are close by and easily accessible. Wonderful spa, marvellous dining, breathtaking views and professional and discreet services are your.

Hotel Les Ottomans with its ten exclusive suites, Vinotherapie spa for pampering and relaxing, delectable five star dining. Boat fleet is available.

Hyatt Regency – this world renowned classic hotel provides exquisite service, luxury suites, award winning restaurants and the Spa for all your beauty and relaxation needs.

And, finally, the Swissotel Istanbul Bosphorus, in a perfect location with gourmet dining and every creature comfort you desire, surely making your Istanbul 2010 visit full of fond memories.

With the opening of the world’s tallest building in Dubai on January 4, 2010, there will be a new Armani Hotel opening in Dubai.

This super luxury hotel in the Burj Dubai tower will have Giorgio Armani himself in charge of all design, style, interiors and amenities.  Armani fashions, furnishings and beauty collections will form a part of this luxury hotel experience.

In 2004, Armani and Emaar Properties, began in a partnership to own and operate a collection of luxury hotels and resorts in the world’s most exclusive cities and vacation destinations. The Armani Burq Dubai is the first of this collection.

Featured in the Burj Dubai building, the hotel is located on the 38th and 39th floor of the world’s tallest building. With the goal of promoting the Armani promise of “Stay with Armani”, the stylist hotel will offer guests 160 luxury hotel rooms and suites.  Additionally, conference space to the tune of 30,000 square feet and banquet facilities are available to serve business clientele and those requiring space for special events in the Armani Ballroom.  Dining will include a multi-cultured selection of fine cuisine from around the world.  There will also be an exclusive hot night club, the Armani/Prive, an Armani spa, an Armani flower shop, an Armani Galleria and an Armani/Dolce sweets shop.

For those who desire to live in the Armani Hotel, one will find the exclusive Armani Residences Dubai, designed by the man, himself, Giorgio Armani.

This is the first of the Armani collection of fine hotels to open followed up by Armani luxury hotels and resorts in Milan, Marassi and Marrakech.  On the future agenda are Armani Hotels in New York, Shanghai and London.