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SIX SENSES TO OPEN SIX SENSES KOCATAS MANSIONS, ISTANBUL

Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas is delighted to announce the opening of Six Senses Kocatas Mansions, Istanbul. The latest offering to join the Six Senses portfolio will soft launch in November with a fully completed offering by spring 2020 to include three restaurants, a spa and uninterrupted views of the Bosphorous River. This will be the group’s second property in Turkey, joining Six Senses Kaplankaya which opened last year.

October 2ndTURKEY

Located in the prosperous Sariyer district of Istanbul’s European side, the 45-room and suite hotel has seen the transformation of two former 19th century mansions: Kocatas Mansions and the next-door Sait Pasa Mansion. These mansions were owned by and named after Ottoman Minister of Justice Necmettin Molla Kocatas, owner of Kocatas Water. Following a devastating fire, which left them uninhabited for the last 20 years, much care has been taken to restore these homes to their original grandeur which they were formerly known for. The interior design throughout blends traditional local influences with contemporary Six Senses signature touches.

Located just moments from the Bosphorous River, guests will enjoy far-reaching dramatic views of the river as it begins its last curve towards the Black Sea. This iconic Strait has been sailed since the Roman era and today marks one of the world’s most strategic waterways, separating Europe and Asia.

There will be three restaurants at Six Senses Kocatas Mansions: Toro Latin Gastro Bar, which has been elegantly designed by restauranteur Richard Sandoval and will serve Pan-Latin and Asian cuisines. Kahve will be an all-day dining café style restaurant located in a bohemian style gilded hall and will serve light snacks and freshly baked pastries. A third restaurant will also open in spring 2020. As with all Six Senses properties, focus on health and wellness will be prevalent throughout with the Eat With Six Senses philosophy running through the foodie offering and a fully equipped gym and spa launching in spring 2020.

Omar Alfardan, president and CEO of Alfardan Group, comments, “The partnership between Alfardan Group and Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas proves to be timely and strategic, as Turkey continues to emerge as a highly popular destination in the region. Six Senses Kocatas Mansions is a tribute to history and culture, and it represents our unique take on hospitality and urban hotel living which will be clearly reflected in its incredible designs and state-of-the-art facilities.”

Neil Jacobs, Chief Executive Officer, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas adds “We are very happy to partner with the Alfardan Group for this historic project,” said Chief Executive Officer Neil Jacobs. “Ideally situated in the city’s prosperous northernmost district with its vibrant outdoor cafés and garden areas, this remains truly the best spot for a Six Senses hotel in Istanbul. It will appeal to local residents in search of an urban wellness fix and great dining experiences, and also to international travelers who wish to explore the city.”

Easily accessible, Istanbul New Airport which is the largest hub in the world, is a 40-minute drive by private vehicle provided by the hotel. The historic city centre of Istanbul is a short boat ride away, and a private boat which will moor in front of the hotel, will be available to guests to enjoy bespoke tours and excursions. True to the Six Senses signature hospitality style, all guests will have a GEM (Guest Experience Makers) who will be on hand to help arrange all excursions and experiences to ensure visitors can connect with the city.

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SIBBJÄNS ARRIVES ON GOTLAND, SWEDEN

February 2nd

SIBBJÄNS ARRIVES ON GOTLAND, SWEDEN

SIBBJÄNS ARRIVES ON GOTLAND, SWEDEN

A REGENERATIVE FARM STAY SHAPED BY SEASONS, FRIENDSHIP AND CRAFTSMANSHIP

Sweden

Sibbjäns began quietly, the combined dream of Jonas Nordlander and Sanna Rönn, who with close friends and many meaningful couples Pontus and Kina Zeidler share a life between Stockholm and Gotland. Over the past four years, they have steadily transformed this former horse farm into a regenerative stay that feels singular to anywhere else in Scandinavia.

After a soft opening in 2025 for friends and family, the farm stay now enters 2026 as its first full season, opening more intentionally to a like-minded global community drawn to nature, food, and thoughtful design.

 

A PLACE TO REST

 

22 individually designed rooms sit across the Hotel and ‘The Bunkhouse,’ each named after important women in the family and among their friends. Adorned with classic Scandi touches of sheepskin throws, limewashed walls, soft palettes, and contemporary art, the spaces are designed for comfort.

Buildings are framed by wildflowers and constructed using traditional methods, much of the work completed by hand, with local craftsmanship central to the process. Architect Maja Berg has been a key contributor, working alongside Erik Larsson, a Master of Gotlandic Craft Heritage, who built some of the original buildings himself and continues to pass on traditional building knowledge to the next generation.

THE KITCHEN FOLLOWS THE FARM

At the heart of Sibbjäns is a working farm home to hens, Mangalitza pigs, horses, and sheep, with agriculture guiding both the kitchen and the guest experience.

In the gardens, lead gardener and local Karin Winarve brings a quiet hand to what thrives here across meadows, vegetable beds, and fruit-growing plots. Produce is grown on-site and harvested seasonally, forming the backbone of a true farm-to-table approach—one that pauses entirely during the winter months when the land rests.

 

EXPERIENCES & ‘VIKING WELLNESS’

New for the 2026 season, wellbeing at Sibbjäns is restorative rather than prescriptive. Inspired by Nordic traditions and the physicality of outdoor life, the evolving wellness offering includes:

  • A hand-built yoga barn

  • A wood-fired sauna

  • An outdoor gym

  • Recreational spaces

  • The beginnings of what will become one of the world’s most beautiful tennis courts.

The surrounding landscape invites guests to engage with nature on its own terms, from cycling or horse riding across open farmland to kitesurfing along Gotland’s windswept coastline (widely regarded as one of the finest spots in Europe for the sport). This is ‘Viking wellness’ in spirit—elemental, grounding, and quietly transformative.

 

SWEDEN’S ‘SUNSHINE ISLAND’

Gotland is Sweden’s sunniest destination, known for its distinctive light, limestone landscapes, and strong ‘right to roam’ ethos. Open from Easter through to Christmas and closed entirely during the dark winter months, Sibbjäns follows the natural calendar rather than resisting it.

Reaching it is part of the journey:

  • A short flight from Stockholm to the island’s capital of Visby, followed by a drive across the island.

  • A ferry crossing that reinforces the sense of arrival somewhere distinct and deliberately unhurried.

  • For those preferring a more direct approach, arrival by helicopter is also possible.

At its core, Sibbjäns remains a place for friends old and new built slowly, grounded in nature, and designed to endure.

BRENNERS PARK-HOTEL & SPA REOPENS AFTER LANDMARK RENOVATION

November 5th

BRENNERS PARK-HOTEL & SPA REOPENS AFTER LANDMARK RENOVATION

A New Chapter Begins as Europe’s Legendary Grand Hotel Returns

Alive with the Spirit of the Black Forest and the Cultural Pulse of Baden-Baden

Germany

Following a meticulous two-year transformation, Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa, the original grande dame of the Oetker Hotels portfolio, proudly reopens its doors – ushering in a revitalised era of timeless hospitality and contemporary finesse.
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