Displaying its strong execution and project management capabilities, Wanda Hotels & Resorts overcame numerous difficulties and challenges together with Mar Yapi Turizm to ensure the hotel and apartments could be put into operation on schedule despite the pandemic.

"We're very pleased to introduce the Wanda Vista brand from China to Istanbul, a city that combines historical glory with modernity. With its elegant architecture and design, meticulous and thoughtful service and delicious catering, the hotel is destined to become a new landmark of the city," says Munir Ozkok, chairman of Mar Yapi Turizm.

Jesper Dong, vice-president of Wanda Hotels & Resorts, also expressed his delight at the opening: "We are very proud to jointly open our first managed hotel with an international partner in Istanbul, where we look forward to earning an international reputation for a Chinese hotel brand."

The building was designed by the renowned Philippe Starck design firm, with Wanda Hotels & Resorts responsible for the interior design and management of the hotel.