The Board of Directors of Esta Real Estate Investment Management Inc. issued a press release regarding the news about the "demolishing decision" regarding the Mandarin Oriental Bophorus, Istanbul hotel, which appeared in various media outlets today.

The press release reads as follows:

“There is a need to inform you about the news about the demolition decision regarding our Mandarin Oriental Bophorus, Istanbul Hotel, which appeared in various press outlets today.

Our hotel opened in the summer of 2021. As a tourist facility, as is the case with all hotels worldwide, fabric awnings, wooden retractable and detachable shades, and pergolas have been constructed in the garden, not adjacent to the hotel, to protect guests from wind, rain, and sun. These pergolas are for use only by the hotel's restaurant businesses and are intended for use as pergolas. According to the Zoning Law and Istanbul Regulations, these lightweight, retractable and detachable structures, which are not subject to permits, do not constitute any violation. Legal proceedings regarding the demolition decision have been initiated and are ongoing.

We present it for your information. Best regards,

Esta Real Estate Investment Management Inc.
Board of Directors"

Elite World Hotels & Resorts, one of Türkiye's leading hotel chains, continues to expand its brands domestically and internationally as part of its growth strategy with a franchise business model. Kayseri is Elite World Hotels & Resorts' latest stop. A franchise agreement has been signed between Elite World Hotels & Resorts and the investor firm Koçoğlu Mekanik, Tesisat, İnşaat, Çevre Teknolojileri (Mechanical, Plumbing, Construction, Environmental Technologies) for the hotel, named Elite World Kayseri.

Erciyes View Rooms 

Centrally located 3 km from Kayseri Airport, Elite World Kayseri features 160 rooms, a restaurant, meeting and ballrooms, and a 700-square-meter spa. With its modern architecture and rooms overlooking Mount Erciyes, the hotel will be one of the city's prestigious buildings and is scheduled to be completed and operational by the end of 2026. Given its prime location, Elite World Kayseri aims to offer a perfect accommodation experience for business, leisure, cultural tours, and winter tourism.

“Growth in Anatolia is an important part of our goals.”

Elite World Hotels & Resorts Board Member Responsible for Sales and Marketing Emel Elik Bezaroglu, "At Elite World, we bring our nearly half-century of experience in the accommodation industry to Turkey and around the world with 10 brands that appeal to diverse guest audiences. Within the framework of our franchising growth model, we bring new hotels to our sector and our country in collaboration with our investors. We are pleased to add another stop to our chain and bring our brand to Kayseri," he said.

CEO of Elite World Hotels & Resorts Orkun Petekçi "Anatolian cities constitute a significant part of our growth strategy through franchising. In this context, we are confidently progressing towards our goal of bringing our brands to a wider audience with the agreements we have signed in various Anatolian cities since the beginning of the year. Kayseri is an important destination for us in our growth goals in Anatolia. By combining our investors' experience in the construction sector with Elite World's expertise in the accommodation sector, we are moving forward with the goal of contributing to Kayseri tourism together."

Chairman of the Board of Directors of Koçoğlu Mechanical Installations, Construction, Environmental Technologies Oktay Gündoğmuş "We are delighted to bring a new five-star hotel to Kayseri, one of the largest cities in Central Anatolia. Elite World's experience in the accommodation sector is crucial to the realization of this investment. With rooms overlooking Mount Erciyes, an essential center for nature and ski tourism, as well as a restaurant, meeting rooms, and a spa, we aim to contribute to the country's tourism sector by catering to both business and cultural tourism in Kayseri," he said.

Source: HORECA TREND and Elite World Hotels & Resorts 

Blending Shangri-La's legendary Asian hospitality with Türkiye's rich cultural fabric, Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul offers personalized service, refined gastronomic experiences and impeccable accommodation standards. Travel + Leisure once again won great admiration from its readers.

Europe's 3rd Best Hotel

This year is the 30th Travel + Leisure The World's Best Awards recognize the world's best hotels, cities, islands, airlines, and cruise lines based on traveler experiences. This prestigious list, shaped entirely by reader votes, places Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul among the World's 15 Best Hotels, 15rd among Europe's 3 Best City Hotels, and 2nd in Türkiye. This list serves as a reliable source of inspiration not only for travel planners but also for the most discerning travelers. Readers evaluate hotels based on criteria such as service quality, location, room comfort, and culinary experience. Being included on this globally and impartially compiled list further underscores the high standards of Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul, which are recognized worldwide.

General Manager Bechara Sader: “This achievement is a reflection of the heartfelt appreciation of our guests.”Bechara Sader, General Manager of Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul, said: “The fact that Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul has been named one of the world's best hotels by Travel + Leisure readers is a reflection of the heartfelt appreciation of our guests. This achievement is made possible thanks to the dedication of our passionate team, working tirelessly every day. Located in the heart of the city, where East meets West, we will continue to offer our guests exceptional experiences that blend Asian hospitality with the timeless elegance of the Bosphorus.”

Timeless Elegance on the Shores of the Bosphorus

Located in a historic 1930s building in Beşiktaş, on the European side of the Bosphorus, Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul is just a 15-minute walk from Dolmabahçe Palace. Inspired by the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire and Asian design elements, the hotel offers a captivating atmosphere with its rooms and suites designed in soothing tones and adorned with striking chandeliers. The epitome of refined luxury, the hotel offers guests tastefully decorated rooms and a selection of world-class restaurants with a warm and elegant ambiance.

To discover these privileged experiences that combine the elegance of the Bosphorus with Asian hospitality in the heart of the city Shangri-la Istanbul you can follow your account, 0 212 725 8888 You can contact us at the number given below.

Source: HORECA TREND and Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul