The 16 best 5-Star Hotels in Istanbul

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Rixos Tersane Istanbul, Tersane
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Address Istanbul, Üsküdar
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Divan Istanbul, Taksim

Istanbul makes a five-star stay feel extraordinary. Swim with views across the Bosphorus to Asia in the morning, then walk to Hagia Sophia after lunch.

We've handpicked the city's finest, and every one delivers on what matters: generous rooms, excellent dining and a spa to unwind in after a day of sightseeing. Along the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn, resort-style hotels have large pools and waterfront terraces. In the Old City, smaller five-star hotels put the great mosques and bazaars within a short walk. Others sit around Taksim and Nişantaşı, close to the best shopping, restaurants and nightlife. A few even add rooftop bars with views over the historic skyline.

These are the five-star hotels we'd stake our name on.

The 16 best 5-Star Hotels in Istanbul

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Rixos Tersane Istanbul

Tersane • 1.9 miles from the centre

A waterfront urban resort in a historic Ottoman shipyard on the Golden Horn, with an infinity pool, private boats and maritime-inspired design.

  • Luxury
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Pet friendly
Room sizes from 38 m²
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Tersane, on the Golden Horn

Rixos Tersane sits in Tersane Istanbul, the Golden Horn's historic naval shipyard, now reborn as a waterfront district of promenades, boutiques, restaurants, and galleries. Balat's colourful houses face it across the water, and Galata Tower and Karaköy are a short taxi ride away. By boat, the Old City is only around ten minutes across the Golden Horn, making for a memorable commute.

A 600-Year-Old Shipyard

The hotel takes its inspiration from the site's centuries as an Ottoman naval shipyard. Wooden boat replicas hang from the soaring lobby ceilings, glass cases display maritime artefacts, and portholes, sea details and Ottoman rugs run throughout, alongside a collection of contemporary art by local and international artists.

Rooms with Golden Horn Views

Rooms blend crisp modern finishes with maritime touches, and with 38 square metres to play with, they offer space for a sofa and a work desk, plus a marble bathroom and a balcony or French balcony. Many overlook the Golden Horn. Connecting rooms, a kids' club and free access to Nickelodeon Play make it an easy choice for families.

Velena, Vinose & Gowden

Velena is an all-day restaurant, a lively, market-style space with live stations serving Turkish, Asian, and European flavours, plus a heated terrace overlooking the Golden Horn. By the pool, Velena by the Sea serves open-air dining, Vinose showcases Turkey's finest boutique wines, and Gowden is a refined club for cigars, cognac and whisky. The Lobby Lounge serves afternoon tea.

Anjana Spa & Infinity Pool

Anjana Spa offers traditional Turkish hammam rituals in a calm, contemporary setting, while the infinity pool, with its impressive Golden Horn views, is the hotel's great showpiece. The Sports Club adds indoor and outdoor training, group classes and a padel court, and guests can even join the rowing club on the water.

From$350per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Address Istanbul

Üsküdar • 4.9 miles from the centre

A contemporary tower on the Asian Side, with skyline views, a spa on the 11th floor and direct access to Emaar Square Mall.

  • Luxury
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
Room sizes from 30 m²
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Üsküdar & Emaar Square

Address Istanbul sits within the Emaar Square development on the hills of Üsküdar, with a lift straight into Emaar Square Mall, its shops, cinema and aquarium. Down the hill, Üsküdar's waterfront offers historic mosques and tea gardens facing Maiden's Tower. Bağdat Avenue, the Asian Side's favourite street for shopping and café life, is about a five-minute drive away. Sabiha Gökçen Airport is also close.

Modern Luxury with Turkish Style

The hotel brings a sleek, contemporary style to the Asian Side, with fashion displays and art from the Turkish house Vakko lining the corridors. On the 48th floor, the Sky View observation deck offers some of the widest views in the city.

Contemporary Rooms & Residences

Calm and contemporary, the rooms measure from 30 square metres and feature Tempur beds, pillow menus, and large windows framing the skyline. Suites reach up to 150 square metres, and one-bedroom residences offer more space for longer stays. Many rooms interconnect, and the Premier suite can accommodate up to four guests.

The Restaurant & The Lounge

The Restaurant serves Turkish and international dishes, with a notable breakfast of organic local produce and fresh honeycomb. The Lounge offers Turkish coffee, light dishes, and evening drinks.

11th-Floor Spa & Indoor Pool

The spa sits on the 11th floor, and its elegant indoor pool looks straight out over the Istanbul skyline, turning every length into a view. A white-marble hammam is the centrepiece, home to the signature Rumi's Rose ritual and traditional foam massages. Facials and body treatments use Organic Pharmacy products, and a fitness centre with floor-to-ceiling views completes the facilities.

From$405per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Beşiktaş • 2.5 miles from the centre

A grand Bosphorus hotel set in gardens that once belonged to Dolmabahçe Palace, with a rooftop bar and one of the city's largest spas.

  • Luxury
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
Room sizes from 38 m²
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Maçka & Dolmabahçe

Swissôtel sits on a hill above Dolmabahçe, surrounded by extensive gardens that were once part of the palace grounds. Dolmabahçe Palace and the Beşiktaş waterfront are about a kilometre downhill, and Nişantaşı's boutiques, cafés, and restaurants are a pleasant walk away. Maçka Park is on the doorstep, and Taksim and the Old City are an easy taxi ride.

Swiss Precision, Turkish Warmth

Designer Khuan Chew shaped the interiors, blending Swiss precision and simplicity with Turkish warmth. The gardens are the hotel's great luxury, a rare expanse of green in the heart of the city, with terraces and lawns overlooking the Bosphorus.

Rooms with Bosphorus or Garden Views

Generous rooms, from 38 square metres, feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Bosphorus or the gardens, plus a work desk and a comfortable seating area. The corner suites offer some of the hotel's finest views.

16 Roof, Sabrosa & the Chalet

16 Roof is the hotel's showpiece, a sleek rooftop bar and restaurant with DJ sets and far-reaching Bosphorus views. Sabrosa blends Turkish and Peruvian flavours and is known for its weekend brunch, while the Chalet, a 120-year-old Alpine hut brought from the Swiss mountains, serves fondue and raclette in the gardens. Madhu's brings acclaimed Indian cooking, and in summer, Oasis offers poolside dining and cocktails.

Pürovel Spa & Sport

Pürovel Spa & Sport is one of Istanbul's largest spas, an Alpine-inspired retreat set among landscaped gardens overlooking the Bosphorus. Two Turkish hammams with a modern twist sit alongside indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna and steam bath, relaxation lounges and couples' suites, while Pilates studios and personal training complete a wellness offer few city hotels can match.

From$230per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Aliée Istanbul - A Paris Society Collection Hotel

Tersane • 1.9 miles from the centre

A cinematic hotel in the historic Golden Horn shipyard, with stone-walled interiors, a glamorous swim club and one of the city's finest spas.

  • Luxury
  • Trendy
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Pet friendly
Room sizes from 32 m²
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The Imperial Shipyard

Aliée sits within the restored Tersane-i Amire, the Ottoman imperial shipyard on the Golden Horn, where historic stone buildings now house restaurants, shops and galleries along a new waterfront promenade. Galata Tower and Istiklal Avenue are about five minutes away by car, and the hotel's private boats make it easy and memorable to cross to the Old City or cruise up the Bosphorus.

Cinematic Design in Historic Stone

Los Angeles-based Powerstrip Studio designed the interiors across the hotel's historic buildings, blending centuries-old heritage with modern sophistication. In the Casthouse, ancient stone walls rise to seven-metre ceilings, a curated art collection runs throughout, and creative workshops, from Ebru marbling to cyanotype printing, bring Istanbul's artistic heritage to life.

Rooms in Natural Stone

Each individually designed room, 32 square metres or larger, pairs natural stone and soft light with organic textiles and copper bathtubs. Suites add terraces and verandas, some looking over the Golden Horn. Atrium rooms connect to neighbouring rooms and suites, and the Heritage Villa sleeps six.

Taste & the Swim Club

Taste by Thomas Bühner, led by the acclaimed German chef, is the culinary centrepiece. Hasbahçe serves Neapolitan pizza in the gardens with views over the Golden Horn, while the Aliée Swim Club brings a glamorous beach-club feel, with DJ sets and sunset parties. After dark, Mondaine de Pariso adds Parisian-style nightlife.

Aliée Well+

Aliée Well+ is one of Istanbul's most ambitious spas: a three-storey wellness world that feels like a grand Roman bath. Marble hammams, lagoon-style pools and contrast therapy sit alongside infrared, Finnish and Russian saunas, and a Longevity Clinic offers personalised health programmes. Outside, the Swim Club's lagoon pool flows into an Olympic lap pool beside the water.

From$610per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Divan Istanbul

Taksim • 2.3 miles from the centre

An Istanbul classic since 1956, beside Gezi Park and a short walk from Taksim, famous for its patisserie and home to a semi-Olympic pool.

  • Luxury
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Pet friendly
Room sizes from 32 m²
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Taksim & Gezi Park

Divan Istanbul stands beside Gezi Park, one of the few green spaces in central Istanbul, a short walk from Taksim Square and the start of Istiklal Avenue. The Atatürk Cultural Centre, home to the city's opera and ballet, is close by; the boutiques and cafés of Nişantaşı are within easy reach, and the Taksim metro connects quickly to the rest of the city.

An Istanbul Institution since 1956

Opened in 1956 by the Koç family, the Divan was one of the city's first hotels built to international standards and has been a favourite of locals ever since, not least for its much-loved patisserie. Today it pairs that heritage with elegant contemporary interiors, where Turkish kilims and textiles sit alongside modern design.

Rooms with Turkish Touches

Measuring a comfortable 32 square metres, rooms combine Turkish textiles with contemporary furnishings, cosy seating areas and wooden desks, and higher floors enjoy views over the city. Families can choose from family rooms, two-bedroom family rooms, and connecting family rooms.

Divan Restaurant & Patisserie

The Divan Restaurant has long showcased Turkish cuisine, now served in a striking, lofty dining room. Maromi offers authentic Japanese cooking, the Divan Bar is a classic spot for a drink, and the Divan Patisserie, with its pavement café, remains one of Istanbul's best-loved addresses for cakes and chocolates.

Spa & Semi-Olympic Pool

The spa is a calm retreat from the bustle of Taksim, centred on a semi-Olympic indoor pool, perfect for proper lengths. A traditional hammam, sauna, and steam room, plus a massage menu and a well-equipped gym with Pilates classes, complete the facilities.

From$175per night, incl. taxes and fees
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CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

Gümüşsuyu • 2 miles from the centre

Glamorous Ottoman-inspired interiors, far-reaching Bosphorus views and one of the city's largest spas, steps from Taksim Square.

  • Luxury
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
Room sizes from 35 m²
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Gümüşsuyu & Taksim

CVK Park Bosphorus stands in Gümüşsuyu, on the hillside just below Taksim Square, with wide views down to the Bosphorus. Istiklal Avenue and the bohemian cafés, bookshops and bars of Cihangir are a short walk away; Dolmabahçe Palace sits at the foot of the hill, and the Taksim and Kabataş stations make getting around the city quick and easy.

On the Site of the Historic Park Hotel

The hotel revives the spirit of the legendary Park Hotel, which once welcomed artists, presidents and heads of state. Inside, the look is glossy and glamorous, with marble pillars, gold-engraved columns, a dramatic fish-scale mirrored ceiling in the lobby, a leafy central courtyard and a library with a fireplace.

Rooms with Bosphorus Views

The rooms are spacious, with the entry-level rooms offering 35 square metres, marble bathrooms and deep soaking tubs, and many opening onto private balconies with impressive Bosphorus views. Spacious residence suites offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom options with apartment-style convenience. Two- and three-bedroom residences include a kitchen and generous living space, while some have impressive sea-view or garden-view terraces,

Gümüşsuyu, Izaka & Stella

Named after the historic neighbourhood, Gümüşsuyu serves a lavish breakfast buffet and à la carte dishes from its show kitchen, all with Bosphorus views. Izaka offers Asian dishes and sushi on a panoramic terrace. Stella Lounge & Bar is also a popular spot for cocktails and live music, with views stretching to the Maiden's Tower and the Princes' Islands.

Safira Spa & Indoor Pool

Safira Spa & Fitness is one of Istanbul's largest spas, featuring a gold-mosaic Turkish hammam, sauna, steam room, and indoor pool. Its exclusive Gold and Aurum suites include a private Turkish bath, sauna, and jacuzzi, perfect for special occasions, and the fitness centre offers personal trainers.

From$230per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Mula Hotel

Sultanahmet • 0.4 miles from the centre

A refined, peaceful hotel near the Blue Mosque, with landscaped gardens, terraces and rooms facing the Sea of Marmara.

  • Luxury
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
Room sizes from 20 m²
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Küçük Ayasofya, by the Blue Mosque

Mula sits on a quiet street in Küçük Ayasofya, just a few minutes' walk from the Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square. The neighbourhood slopes gently toward the Sea of Marmara, with lanes lined with small restaurants, cafés, and the Byzantine beauty of Little Hagia Sophia. Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern and Topkapı Palace are all within an easy stroll.

Elegant and Peaceful

Soft neutral tones, contemporary furniture and carefully chosen decorative details create an elegant, relaxed atmosphere. Guests remember the warm, attentive service most.

Rooms with Sea & Landmark Views

Views are one of the highlights of a stay here. Selected rooms and suites face the Sea of Marmara or the Blue Mosque, some with balconies or garden terraces, and the hotel also offers spacious suites and connecting rooms for families, all in the same understated style.

Nishane Restaurant

Nishane Restaurant serves breakfast in the morning, then an à la carte menu for lunch and dinner, with Turkish flavours at its heart. It is an elegant, convenient choice for an evening in. The hotel is alcohol-free.

Gardens & Terraces

The landscaped garden and terraces are the hotel's great luxury, bringing greenery and space to an Old City stay and offering a peaceful place to sit between visits to the monuments.

From$165per night, incl. taxes and fees
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King Deluxe Room with city view

Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center

Bomonti • 3.5 miles from the centre

A 34-storey tower in lively Bomonti, with impressive city and Bosphorus views, a three-floor spa and Bomontiada on the doorstep.

  • Luxury
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Pet friendly
Room sizes from 35 m²
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Bomonti & Şişli

Hilton Istanbul Bomonti rises above Bomonti in Şişli, directly opposite Bomontiada, the former Bomonti beer factory now home to restaurants, bars, galleries and one of the city's best-known live music venues. Nişantaşı's boutiques and cafés are around 15 minutes on foot, and Osmanbey metro, about ten minutes' walk away, is one stop from Taksim. The Old City is best reached by metro or taxi.

A Glass Tower above the City

The hotel's glass-clad tower is a landmark on the Şişli skyline. Inside, the Grand Lobby feels residential, with a large central fireplace, a garden terrace, and Turkish coffee served throughout the day.

Rooms with Skyline Views

Spread across 34 floors, rooms of 35 square metres and more feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city or the Bosphorus, with separate work areas and elegant furnishings. Executive rooms and suites add access to the Executive Lounge on the 34th floor. Family and connecting rooms are available for larger groups and families.

Cloud 34 & The Globe

Cloud 34 on the top floor is the hotel's signature venue, serving East Asian dishes, sushi, and craft cocktails, with live music and views across the Bosphorus. The Globe is the all-day restaurant, serving Western and Turkish-Mediterranean dishes cooked at live stations, while the Grand Lobby Bar is ideal for an afternoon coffee or an evening drink.

eforea Spa & Pools

eforea Spa is one of the most extensive in the city, spread across three floors. Traditional Turkish hammams, home to the signature Royal Hammam ritual, sit alongside saunas, steam rooms and a couples' suite for shared treatments. An indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool add to the appeal, and the fitness centre is open around the clock.

From$140per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Premium double room

Cronton Design Hotel

Sirkeci • 0.5 miles from the centre

A historic Sirkeci han with opulent, theatrical interiors, a rooftop over the Historic Peninsula and the Spice Bazaar around the corner.

  • Boutique
  • Trendy
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop bar
Room sizes from 20 m²
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Sirkeci, by the Spice Bazaar

Cronton sits in the heart of Sirkeci, about two minutes from the Spice Bazaar and the Eminönü waterfront. The surrounding streets are a feast, from Ali Muhiddin Hacı Bekir's Turkish delight to Hafız Mustafa 1864's baklava, both a minute away. The Galata Bridge and ferries are a short walk, and the Grand Bazaar and Hagia Sophia are within easy reach.

Bold, Opulent Design

This hotel does not hold back. Marble, rich fabrics, decorative ceilings, statement lighting and carefully chosen artwork give the interiors a glamorous, theatrical feel, set within the historic 1st Vakıf Han, an impressive architectural backdrop for all that drama.

Elegant Rooms & Suites

Each of the 39 rooms is individually decorated, with rich colours and decorative details balanced by wooden floors, coffee machines and comfortable seating areas. The collection features city and landmark views, and the suites offer plenty of extra space.

Sirkeci Lokantası 1912 & Cronton Roof

Sirkeci Lokantası 1912 serves Turkish and international dishes in an authentic, beautifully decorated setting, with tables outside in a Parisian café style. Up top, Cronton Roof is the place for cocktails, with postcard views across the Historic Peninsula.

Spa

The spa offers a welcome change of pace from Sirkeci's busy streets, with a sauna, a steam room, and a menu of massages, including a couples' treatment room.

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Orient Occident Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection

Sirkeci • 0.4 miles from the centre

A sophisticated Sirkeci hotel with rich, contemporary interiors, a spa and Mezzepotamia, a rooftop restaurant facing the Bosphorus.

  • Luxury
  • Boutique
  • Trendy
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop bar
Room sizes from 25 m²
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Sirkeci

Orient Occident sits in Sirkeci, between the Spice Bazaar and the Eminönü waterfront, a neighbourhood of busy food shops, historic hans and the lively restaurant lanes of Hocapaşa. Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace and the Basilica Cistern are all within a short walk; the Grand Bazaar is a little further, and ferries and trams make Karaköy, the Bosphorus and the Asian Side easy to reach.

Contemporary Luxury with Character

As part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, the hotel has a sophisticated boutique feel, mixing rich materials, warm colours, and carefully chosen decorative details. It is luxurious without being formal, and works as well for a longer stay as for a city break.

Smart, Contemporary Rooms

Rooms continue the polished look, with comfortable beds, elegant bathrooms, thoughtful lighting, and many with city views. Doubles and twins are both available, and the Grand Deluxe Double offers the most space to settle in.

Mezzepotamia Rooftop

Mezzepotamia, the rooftop restaurant and bar, is the place to spend an evening. It serves mezze and contemporary Turkish flavours against comprehensive views of the Bosphorus, turning dinner into an occasion. In the lobby, Stephans Coffee is a relaxed stop for coffee and something sweet.

Spa & Fitness

The spa adds a true wellness element to an Old City stay, with treatments designed for relaxation and recovery, plus a well-equipped fitness centre for those who want more than sightseeing.

From$250per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Millennium Istanbul Golden Horn

Ayvansaray • 2.7 miles from the centre

A modern hotel just inside the old city walls at Ayvansaray, with balconies over the Golden Horn and Balat a short walk away.

  • Luxury
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Pet friendly
Room sizes from 27 m²
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Ayvansaray & Balat

Millennium stands in Ayvansaray, a historic quarter just inside the old city walls on the Golden Horn, beside the ancient Church of St Mary of Blachernae. Balat's colourful houses, cafés, and antique shops are a short walk away, and the Chora Museum is about a kilometre uphill. The nearby T5 tram stop reaches Eminönü in around 20 minutes.

A Quieter Corner of the Old City

Away from the crowds of Sultanahmet, the hotel sits among cobbled streets, street art, traditional stone houses and small cafés, in one of Istanbul's most interesting neighbourhoods to explore. The building itself is modern, with a calm, contemporary feel.

Rooms with Golden Horn sea views

Rooms are individually furnished and comfortable, with premium bedding, pillow menus, and walk-in showers; selected rooms also have balconies overlooking the Golden Horn or the city. Superior rooms come with interconnecting options.

Keros & Balat Meze

Keros, on the lobby floor, serves Turkish and international dishes from breakfast to dinner. Upstairs, Balat Meze blends traditional tavern culture with modern dining, serving mezes and Turkish favourites, while the lounge bar offers a relaxed spot for an evening drink.

Spa & Hammam

The spa offers a traditional Turkish hammam, a sauna, and a hot tub, with aromatherapy and body treatments to help you unwind after a day on your feet. A fitness centre completes the facilities.

From$75per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Bentley Hotel Bosphorus - Special Class

Nişantaşı • 2.9 miles from the centre

Clean-lined Italian design by Piero Lissoni, Bosphorus views and a hammam, between fashionable Nişantaşı and the energy of Taksim.

  • Luxury
  • Boutique
  • Trendy
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
Room sizes from 19 m²
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Harbiye, by Nişantaşı

Bentley Bosphorus sits in Harbiye, on the edge of Nişantaşı, Istanbul's most fashionable shopping district, where designer boutiques, concept stores and stylish cafés fill the streets. Maçka Park and the Istanbul Congress Centre are nearby, and Taksim Square and Istiklal Avenue are an easy walk away. Osmanbey metro connects to the rest of the city, with the Old City around 30 minutes away.

Italian-Designed Interiors

Milanese architects Piero Lissoni and Nicoletta Canesi conceived the interiors, giving the hotel a clean, restrained identity. Large windows flood rooms and public spaces with daylight, and the overall feel is smart, calm and quietly stylish.

Rooms with City & Bosphorus Views

Rooms are modern and well-equipped, with coffee machines, large windows and contemporary bathrooms. Selected categories look towards the Bosphorus, a view that becomes especially lovely as the city lights up in the evening.

Restaurant & Breakfast

The restaurant serves Turkish and international dishes, with a generous buffet breakfast each morning. With Nişantaşı's restaurants and cafés moments away, it's easy to head out for dinner.

Hammam, Sauna & Fitness

The wellness area features a traditional Turkish hammam, sauna, and steam room, plus massage treatments and a fitness centre for a morning workout.

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Me by Mula

Sultanahmet • 0.4 miles from the centre

A calm, polished boutique hotel in the quieter south of Sultanahmet, with a garden, sea-view rooms and suites with terraces.

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
Room sizes from 21 m²
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A Quieter Corner of Sultanahmet

Me by Mula sits in Küçük Ayasofya, the peaceful southern slope of Sultanahmet, where wooden houses, small cafés and neighbourhood restaurants line the lanes down towards the Sea of Marmara. Little Hagia Sophia and the Sokollu Mehmet Paşa Mosque are close by, and the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are a short walk up the hill. The Sultanahmet tram stop is around nine minutes away.

Contemporary and Understated

Natural colours, warm lighting and elegant contemporary furnishings create a calm, polished atmosphere. The design is restrained rather than showy, and the intimate scale works beautifully in this quiet residential corner of the Old City.

Rooms, Balconies & Sea Views

The room mix is one of the hotel's strengths, running from smart Superior Rooms to larger suites. Selected categories add balconies, terraces, and sea views, and the Suite with Terrace offers the most space, plus its own outdoor retreat. Coffee machines and good soundproofing add to the comfort.

Restaurant, Breakfast & Garden

Breakfast is beautifully presented, with Turkish and international choices, and the on-site restaurant makes a quiet evening in easy. The terrace and garden are lovely spots to linger over coffee before heading out.

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Double guest room

Gleam Collection Hotel

Nişantaşı • 3 miles from the centre

A stylish, modern hotel between Nişantaşı and Osmanbey, with a garden, a lounge bar with terrace and a traditional hammam.

  • Luxury
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
Room sizes from 22 m²
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Nişantaşı & Osmanbey

Gleam Collection sits on a quiet side street in Şişli, a couple of minutes' walk from Abdi İpekçi Street and Nişantaşı's designer boutiques. The neighbourhood is known for its stylish cafés, patisseries, brasseries and cocktail bars, and Maçka Park is about five minutes away for a morning walk. Osmanbey metro is close by, just one stop from Taksim.

A Garden in the City

Unusually for this part of Istanbul, the hotel has its own garden, and rooms open onto balconies, terraces, or the garden itself. It gives Gleam a calm, residential feel, steps from one of the city's busiest shopping districts.

Modern Rooms with Terraces & Gardens

Rooms are stylish and contemporary, with Frette linens, memory foam beds and soundproofed windows. Some have private balconies or terraces; the suites add Jacuzzis and Nespresso machines. The hotel also offers Triple rooms, while the two-bedroom suite can accommodate up to 4 guests.

Restaurant & Lounge Bar

The restaurant serves Turkish and international dishes with city views, and a generous buffet breakfast starts the day. The lounge bar opens onto a spacious terrace for an evening drink.

Hammam & Spa

The spa centres on a traditional Turkish hammam, an intimate, atmospheric space guests often single out as a highlight of their stay. A sauna, steam room and jacuzzi add to the sense of calm, alongside a menu of relaxing massages, and a fitness centre completes the facilities.

From$160per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Double guest room

Mövenpick Istanbul Old Town

Zeyrek • 1.1 miles from the centre

A contemporary hotel behind a historic façade in Zeyrek, moments from the Valens Aqueduct, with an indoor pool, spa and rooftop views.

  • Luxury
  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
Room sizes from 25 m²
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Zeyrek & the Valens Aqueduct

Mövenpick Istanbul Old Town stands on Atatürk Boulevard in Zeyrek, a short stroll from the soaring Roman arches of the Valens Aqueduct. Zeyrek's hilltop lanes of old wooden houses lead up to the historic Zeyrek Mosque, while the Women's Bazaar, famous for its Anatolian food shops, is close by. Süleymaniye Mosque, the Grand Bazaar and the colourful streets of Balat are all within walking distance.

A Landmark Façade, Reimagined

The hotel occupies a former public building in Unkapanı, with its historic façade carefully preserved and its interiors redesigned for contemporary comfort. The result is a calm, modern hotel with a real sense of place, set between the Old City's great mosques and the Golden Horn.

Modern Rooms with Elegant Touches

Rooms are modern and comfortable, finished in elegant colours with thoughtful details, rainfall showers and smart TVs. Plenty of room categories accommodate three guests, and connecting rooms can accommodate even larger groups.

Valens Restaurant & Bar

Valens is the hotel's restaurant, serving breakfast through dinner, while the bar and lounge are ideal for a relaxed evening drink. A coffee shop offers lighter bites during the day, and room service is available around the clock.

Spa & Indoor Pool

The full-service spa is a quiet retreat from the busy streets of the Old City, with an indoor pool for an unhurried swim and a menu of relaxing massages and treatments. A 24-hour fitness centre completes the facilities.

From$100per night, incl. taxes and fees
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Penthouse bedroom

Bentley Hotel Old City - Special Class

Sultanahmet • 0.1 miles from the centre

A polished, contemporary base in Sultanahmet, with a rooftop terrace, a small spa, and great monuments just a short stroll away.

  • Affordable
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
Room sizes from 15 m²
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Sultanahmet

Bentley Old City sits in the peninsula's historic heart, a few minutes from Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and the gates of Topkapı Palace. Divan Yolu, the old imperial road, runs nearby, lined with traditional lokantas, baklava shops, and the famous Sultanahmet köfte houses. The Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar are an easy walk away, and the tram runs to Eminönü and Karaköy.

Contemporary and Polished

Marble, warm lighting, and elegant modern furnishings give the hotel a smart, contemporary look that stands apart from the Ottoman styling of many neighbours. It feels polished without being formal, a calm place to return to after the crowds.

Comfortable Rooms & Suites

Rooms are clean-lined and comfortable, with wooden floors, coffee machines and modern bathrooms. The hotel offers a good range of larger accommodations, including suites and family options, and select categories add terraces and views over the rooftops.

Restaurant & Rooftop Terrace

The restaurant blends Turkish and international cuisine, with Mediterranean dishes, seafood, and grills. Up on the roof, the terrace offers far-reaching views across the city to the water, a fine spot for an evening drink.

Spa & Fitness

A sauna, fitness room and massage treatments make a welcome retreat after a long day among the monuments, a small but useful extra in the Old City.

From$95per night, incl. taxes and fees
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