Renaissance Polat Istanbul Hotel, IstanbulRenaissance Polat Istanbul Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 111 of 245 hotels we score in Istanbul. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.3, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.8, Agoda 3.0. Rooms from about $143 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in Yesilyurt, the Renaissance Polat Istanbul Hotel sits 230 metres from the beach and within reach of Istanbul International Airport. This 5-star property contains 438 rooms, with several providing views of the Marmara Sea. It serves business travellers and holidaymakers through its large meeting spaces and spa facilities. On-site dining includes Mediterranean cuisine, and guests have access to an indoor pool and fitness centre. The hotel follows specific eco-rules regarding room cleaning. While the facilities are extensive, the building reflects an older style of Marriott design. It is a practical choice for those needing proximity to the coast and airport transport links.What stands out

Near the beach

Large meeting facilities

On-site Mediterranean restaurant

Sea view rooms available

Watch out for

Older building style

Average bed comfort

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