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 The Ritz-Carlton Istanbul 

Indulge your senses

A gleaming tower of glass and steel overlooking the Bosphorus, this five-star hideaway epitomises contemporary luxury

There’s a glamorous East-meets-West, old-meets-new vibe to the Ritz-Carlton Istanbul, whether you’re talking about décor, cuisine or wellness. The stylish contemporary interior has a restrained opulence with Ottoman-era flourishes: think patterned tiles, ornate rugs and pops of rich reds and blues. On the food front, formality takes a back seat to culinary authenticity, with locally inspired cuisine based on high-quality seasonal ingredients. And there’s more of-the-moment nourishment for body and soul elsewhere, most notably in the striking rooftop infinity pool-with-a-view and ripped-from-history hammam. Be sure to sample some of the hotel’s imaginative tours, from antique hunts and photography walks to breakfast cruises.

Why we love The Ritz-Carlton Istanbul

  • The panoramic views across Istanbul are breathtaking, especially the ones from the glass-sided infinity pool on the rooftop.

  • Breakfast in bed, a hammam suite for two and bespoke private experiences make this a perfect choice for a honeymoon or romantic break.

  • When the city bustle gets too much, treat yourself to a soothing argan butter massage in one of the spa’s seasonal open-air rooms with skyline vistas.

  • A carefully curated menu of walking tours, boating trips and hands-on activities will truly immerse you in the culture of this fascinating city.

5 stars
Istanbul
4 hours
Close to Dolmabahçe Palace, Galataport Istanbul and within walking distance of sights such as the Galata Tower; the hotel overlooks the bustling Bosphorus Strait.
Approx. 45 minutes’ transfer from Istanbul airport
Honeymoon, Suitable for children

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Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Board
  • Spas & wellness
  • Diving & Watersports

Enjoy Michelin Guide listed restaurants and bars provide dramatic views of the Bosphorus to go with dishes that range from upgraded Turkish flavours at Atolye to the Japanese-Peruvian delights of Nobu Istanbul. If that’s not indulgent enough, in-room dining options include a lavish breakfast in bed or a romantic dinner for two.

Atolye
Fine dining without the fuss is the focus at Atolye, where you can feast on authentic Turkish dishes prepared with the best and freshest local ingredients, some from the hotel’s own vegetable garden.

The Roof
Relax over coffee, a Mediterranean-flavoured late breakfast or lazy lunch or just a nightcap with the city laid out at your feet on the rooftop terrace.

Bleu Lounge
Settle into this cosy all-day space, decorated in rich blues and reds, for Mediterranean-focused casual dishes, signature cocktails and live DJ sets overlooking the city.

Nobu Istanbul
World-renowned Nobu’s Turkish outpost serves up chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s iconic Japanese-Peruvian fusion dishes with panoramic Bosphorus views.

What's Included

Breakfast at Atoyle

Spa Soul has seven treatment rooms for massages, facials, body scrubs and so on, a hammam with a suite for couples based on a 16th-century original, and a heated indoor pool. There’s also a large fitness room with state-of-the-art equipment.

There’s a seasonal outdoor infinity pool on the rooftop to complement the indoor one in the spa.

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