The Marmara Esma Sultan one of Istanbul’s rich cultural heritage has left a legacy of outstanding historical sites that provide an exciting backdrop for meetings, special events and theme parties. A mansion located on The Bosphorus the strait that separates Europe and Asia. This mansion refl ecting the Golden Age of Istanbul is named after its original owner, Esma Sultan, the daughter of Sultan Abdulaziz I. The 19th century Ottoman mansion located next to the Ortaköy Mosque was presented to Esma Sultan as a wedding gift. The mansion was named after Esma Sultan who lived there. Esma Sultan Mansion was provided with a new cultural identity when it was bought by The Marmara in early 1990s, remaining true to the original plan of the mansion. The interior of the building was reconstructed in 2001 using glass and steel within the direction of the avant project by Philip Robert and was opened to service during 12 months of the year. With its historical atmosphere Esma Sultan Mansion presents a privileged venue for meetings and conferences. Off ering 1000 guests for dinner and reception space for up to 3000 guests in the garden, 336 guests for dinner and reception for 600 guests, in the indoor fi rst fl oor, 180 guests for dinner and reception for 300 guests at the entrance floor throughout the year. The Marmara Esma Sultan has hosted several international VIPs such as the following; Prince Albert of Monaco, Queen Rania of Jordan, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway.

THE MARMARA CATERING

The Catering Service of The Marmara, is taking the fi ve-star hotel services to palaces. The Marmara Catering Service has been creating a diff erence in select receptions since 1990 thanks to its experienced staff and menus including dishes from the Turkish and the world cuisines, arranging creative menus for up to 4000 guests in line with the concept and the location, in all banquets including those outside Istanbul, which marks a distinguishing feature of the Service. The Marmara Catering has hosted several international events such as; NATO Istanbul Summit Dinner with the attendance of former US President George W. Bush, lunch for his Holiness Pope in Istanbul Greek Patriarchate, Young President Organization in Beylerbeyi Palace, World Water Forum with the attendance of 25 presidents, IMF dinner in Dolmabahçe Palace. İstanbul Modern Museum 5th anniversary night and The Czar Charity Ball organized by Russian Empire Dynasty her Majesty the Grand Duchess Maria Vladimirovna Romanova.

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