The Marmara Taksim in Istanbul

In the lively city center, this high-rise, upscale hotel is a minute's walk from the closest metro station and 2 km from the medieval Galata Tower.Plush modern rooms have free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus minibars, and tea and coffeemakers. Club rooms add Nespresso machines, and access to a lounge with free snacks and drinks. Suites offer kitchenettes, and/or whirlpool tubs and living rooms.There are 2 posh restaurants serving Turkish and international cuisine; 1 has a sleek bar, while the other includes a terrace with city views. There's also a lobby lounge, a chocolate shop and a seasonal rooftop pool, plus a gym and a chic wellness spa.