Istanbul Intercontinental Hotel, IstanbulIstanbul Intercontinental Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 86 of 245 hotels we score in Istanbul. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.7 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.8, Agoda 3.4. Rooms from about $215 a night (cached, not a live quote).The InterContinental Istanbul is a five-star high-rise hotel located in the Taksim district on the European side of the city. It suits travellers looking for central access to Taksim Square, Dolmabahçe Palace, and the Nisantasi shopping area. The property features an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and a gym. Rooms include options for suites with private balconies and jacuzzis. Guests can access a rooftop terrace and various on-site dining facilities. While the hotel offers many amenities, some recent guest feedback indicates inconsistent service quality. The building was originally constructed in 1996 and underwent a renovation in 2016.What stands out

Views of the Bosphorus

Central Taksim location

On-site spa and gym

Outdoor swimming pool

Watch out for

Inconsistent service quality

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