Near Taksim Square on Istanbul's European side, InterContinental Istanbul looks across the Bosphorus and city skyline from many rooms and public spaces. Accommodation ranges from classic rooms to larger suites, with views towards the water, old city or Taksim depending on position. Four restaurants provide Turkish and international dining, including open-air barbecue dishes at Veranda Restaurant. Spa InterContinental includes treatment rooms, a Turkish hammam, sauna and fitness centre, joined by an outdoor pool and garden terrace. Dolmabahçe Palace, Nişantaşı and the transport links around Taksim are all readily accessible nearby, while the Bosphorus outlook gives the upper floors their defining feature.