05 Sep 2013
Marti Istanbul is Official Accommodation Sponsor for the Internationally Prestigious Art Event
Marti Istanbul is excited to announce its role as Official Accommodation Sponsor for 2013’s Istanbul Biennial. To celebrate this stunning event, this luxurious hotel in Istanbul, Turkey is now offering its guests an exclusive Biennial Break, and a chance to enjoy the international celebration of contemporary art in Istanbul. The 13th Istanbul Biennial runs between 14th September and 20th October 2013. Each of the exhibitions are located only a short distance from Marti Istanbul, itself in the centre of the buzzing cultural district. With the new Biennial Break, there is no better time for art and design lovers to visit this extraordinary city.
This year, the exhibitions are titled “Mom, am I Barbarian?” and have been curated by Fulya Erdemci. Considered as one of the most prestigious biennials alongside Venice, Sao Paolo and Sydney, the Istanbul Biennial plays an important role in the promotion of contemporary artists not only from Turkey but from a number of different countries in the international arena. Visitors to Istanbul during this period will be able to experience complimentary exhibitions, discussions, films and workshops showing off the best of its contemporary art scene. Marti Istanbul is the perfect stopping point for Biennial goers in between discovering the amazing cultural venues that Istanbul has to offer.
Located in the heart of the Istanbul’s thriving cultural and arts district, Martı Istanbul in Turkey is the perfect choice for a long cultural weekend in the city, especially during the Biennial period. This sensational contemporary hotel was designed by globally famed female Interior Designer, Zeynep Fadıllıoğlu. Home to artwork of some of the most famous contemporary Turkish artists (such as Kutluğ Ataman and Devrim Erbil) the hotel is a design lover’s dream.
As part of the Biennial Break, guests will have the chance to enjoy a guided half day city tour taking in the best sights of Istanbul including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, The Hippodrome and the bustling Grand Bazaar. There will also be the chance to visit some of the incredible Ottoman Relics of the city, the Topkapı Palace and the Rüstem Paşa Mosque. If guests prefer to be their own tour guide, they also have the option of having a Museum Pass instead, which allows access to some of the city’s most impressive museums.
Guests enjoying the Biennial Break will also be treated to a reflexology treatment at Martı Wellness by Spa Soul– the new 11th floor spa in Martı Istanbul. A soothing foot massage to restore weary feet, the treatment will reset the body’s equilibrium and speed up the self-healing process. Guests may also wish to relax in the spacious sauna and steam rooms, or treat themselves to a traditional hammam cleanse.
During their stay, guests will enjoy sumptuous accommodation in Martı’s spacious Ottoman inspired rooms, enjoy a delicious Turkish breakfast with views over the rooftops, and a box of treats from Martı Istanbul’s very own Gourmet Shop.
The Biennale Break starts at €260 per room per night based on two people sharing a Classic Room. Price includes accommodation, the city tour, spa treatment, breakfast and gourmet chocolate box. Entry to the Istanbul Biennial is free. Telephone +90.212.987 40 00
For more information contact Hannah Summers Hannah@grifcopr.com or Lallie Fraser Lallie@grifcopr.com or call 0207 385 7090.
