Çirağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

Luxury $$$$$

Location

Çirağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul is situated along the shores of the Bosphorus, in the historical section of Beşiktaş. This hotel occupies a beautifully restored Ottoman palace, offering stunning views of the bustling waterway that separates Europe and Asia. Its prime location provides guests with easy access to major attractions like Dolmabahçe Palace and the neighbourhoods of Ortaköy and Nişantaşı.

Number of rooms and suites317
Restaurants6
PoolYes (Outdoor)
SpaYes

WHY WE LIKE THIS HOTEL

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 include Tugra, whose classic Turkish cuisine is considered among Istanbul’s finest (the terrace is a favourite spot for romantic meals). All restaurants and many rooms have sweeping views of the Turkish metropolis and stretch out across the Straits toward Asia.

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