A visit to the Tarabya district of Istanbul is a bit like a getaway in itself. With beautiful wooden mansions lining the shoreline of the Bosphorus, liberally interspersed with lush green trees, this has to be one of the most picturesque areas of Istanbul. The air feels cleaner, the traffic is calmer and there is a peacefulness here that you won’t feel elsewhere in the city.
The five star Grand Tarabya hotel, presides over this refuge with an imposing building and a nostalgic history, that has been brought up-to-date with an impressive renovation. Within, the Therapia Spa occupies an equally vast area, a maze of majestic corridors offering glimpses into a variety of treatment rooms that include: a Spa Boutique, Express Beauty Suites, Wet Treatment Rooms , and a studio with manicure and pedicure thrones.
The treatments here range from the traditional (Turkish Bath) to the classical (Swedish Massage) to the exotic (Hot Sand Massage). Aside from the relaxation on offer, there are a number of beauty packages on offer including facials, skin, hand and feet treatments. We tried out the Oriental Massage, which was an expert treat for the whole body, accompanied by aromatherapy smells and relaxing music, the natural sounds of birds and waves accompanying classical piano. The overall effect was to wash away any traces of the stress of Istanbul life, leaving us utterly relaxed.
Two outdoor pools, an inside infinity pool, a gym, saunas, steam rooms and hamams complete this wellness center, offering a break mini break for the mind and body. Take a tea on the recliners in the hamam lounge, gaze out across the Bosphorus and enjoy a pampering of the highest degree. The Grand Tarabya, Haydar Aliyev Caddesi No. 154, Tarabya; P: (0212) 363 33 00
http://www.thegrandtarabya.com/
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