"Very nice overall. Location is convenient. Overall the attractions around the area and the hustle bustle is attractive. The 5th floor room with Seaview is a delight. Cleanliness is OK too. Breakfast is quite filling. Staff are all helpful. And they guide with some decent boat tour bookings... *********** doesn't seem to have the best rooms on their site. For instance I needed a 4 bed with Seaview, but they had just a 3 bed showing. Ermir at the reception then upgraded me on arrival for an additional fee. Thanks!
However, please be aware the big drawback is the food in this area. It seems all restaurants offer the same exact menu and at the same exorbitant prices. The food portions are really very small, leaving one only half full. They charge for everything, even the sauces and dips. This was very surprising to us as we had had a different impression of Turkish food and hospitality. Quite disappointing really. In the end, the best value for money was McDonald's!"
"Love to say…. It was the best vacation in Istanbul thanks to our stay at Westside Residences by Rotana…. We booked a family apartment with them which consisted of a kitchen, dining area, a living room and two separate bedrooms.. The rooms were clean and spacious.. The best thing was the views… They were breathtaking… They had a large variety for breakfast as initially we were worried if the kids would like anything.. The kids enjoyed the food… The manager who managed the breakfast was ever so polite and helpful.. It’s close to main locations in Istanbul… Another plus point was Westside Residences by Rotana is opposite the The Mall of Istanbul which was convenient when it came to shopping… This hotel has an underground parking for your car which is managed by CCTV.. We would love to go back to Westside Rotana once again! Would highly recommend this hotel especially for families…"
"Great location - where all other big hotels are. Very clean, the pool service is excellent , reception very kind. Highly suggest to get a room with bosphorous view. Breakfast average"