Istanbul

The numerous royals and heads of state staying at the Çırağan Palace are continuing a long tradition: in a previous life, this grandiose property on the European side of the Bosphorus was a residence for sultans. The regal feeling is most pronounced in the Palace suites, whose vaulted ceilings, elegant antiques, and textiles evoke the opulence of the Ottoman Era. Guest rooms overlook either the Bosphorus or Yıldız Park, formerly a hunting forest for the sultans. On-site dining options in...

East meets West on the banks of the sea strait at Vakko Hotel & Residence Sumahan Bosphorus. French architects have breathed new life into this centuries-old Ottoman distillery, creating a unique hideaway from Istanbul’s hustle. Here, against a backdrop of fortresses and palaces, you can indulge in Italian flavours, Parisian pastries, and the art of caviar. While enjoying superlative service and just-for-you customised experiences. Wake to sunrise on the water, framed by tall arched wi...

Housed in a former bank, The Bank Hotel Istanbul is a regal setting for contemporary décor, local art, and cultural events arranged by the in-house curator. The hotel offers the key to Istanbul’s happening Karaköy neighbourhood, where hip art galleries and restaurants brush shoulders with local fish markets on the banks of the Bosphorus. The interiors, designed by Sinan Kafadar, breathe life into the grand, marble structure with eclectic pops of colour, rich jewel tones, and abstract art....