Accommodation: Hotel Point Barbaros
Where we stay
The Point Hotel Barbaros is the first 5-star Art-Tech hotel in Turkey, located between Barbaros Hayreddin Paşa Boulevard and Esentepe. In addition to the different artworks in each room, 265 contemporary works of art, including unique sculptures, installations, video art pieces, paintings and photographs, are displayed all around the hotel.
The Accommodation
Our accommodation is based on twin-share rooms with en-suite facilities. There are a limited number of single supplement rooms which can be reserved during the booking process, subject to availability. Please note, although the official check-out time at the hotel will be around noon, it is important to check out before leaving for the race, on Race Day as you will not arrive back at the hotel until after the race at about 13:00.
If you would like to extend your stay in Istanbul and need to book additional nights’ accommodation before or after your trip, contact our partners in Turkey directly at info@swiminturkey.com.
Room Specific Information
Deluxe Twin/Double (En-Suite Bathroom)
Deluxe Twin/Double with Seaview (En-Suite Bathroom)
With stunning views of the Bosphorus Strait, this Deluxe Double room comes with 1x double bed. It can be booked for double or single occupancy. (22-25 m²)
Room Amenities:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Safe Deposit Box
- Complimentary Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Toiletries
- Towels, Bathrobe, slippers
- TV
- Ironing Facilities
Hotel Information & Facilities
Check In / Check Out Times
Hotel Amenities
Fitness Centre
The hotel offers free access to the fitness centre, including the Indoor Pool, Turkish Bath and Steam Room.
Travel Plugs & Electricity
Please note that, while Wi-fi is available at the hotel, extra roaming charges may apply for guests who choose to use a SIM card from their home country while they are in Turkey. Local SIM cards are available for purchase upon arrival at both major airports in Istanbul, as well as throughout the city.
For a useful source of information on the different electrical outlets, electrical plugs, and electric sockets, please visit www.worldstandards.eu.
Food and Drink
Breakfast is included in your package. Lunch and evening meals are at your own expense, which gives you a fantastic opportunity to explore and experience your choice of Istanbul’s Street food, cafes and restaurants. Your guides and the team at the hotel will be able to provide recommendations for places to eat.
On race day there is ‘fast food’ available in the Race Village at Kurucesme Cemil Topuzlu Park. Be prepared for the restaurants and cafes close to the park to be busy before and after the event.
Dining Area
Enjoy Breakfast at the Hotel's dining area.
Dietary Requirements
If you have any dietary requirements, please let us know at the time of booking. There is a section to complete within the profile details of your SwimTrek account requesting dietary requirements, which will also allow you to notify us of any dietary preferences.
While we will do our best to accommodate these requests, due to the remote location of many of our trips, this cannot always be guaranteed, and allergens may be present. Should this be a cause for concern, and you have no safe solution available please reconsider your intent to travel.
If you have either a requirement or preference for specific food or drinks which may be difficult to source on location, we strongly recommend bringing these with you.
Hotel Location
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