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Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at SultanahmetvsRaffles Istanbul
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet and Raffles Istanbul are both recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet ranks significantly higher than Raffles Istanbul. Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet is ranked #4 in Istanbul with endorsements from 11 reviewers including Oyster, Lonely Planet and Jetsetter.
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Jetsetter
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Teyfikhane Sok No 1 Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34110, Turkey
From $287/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide "Completely renovated as a five-star hotel... Excellent, attentive service as you’d expect."
Frommer's "The opulent and luxurious bathrooms, all with separate toilet cabin, present a formidable amount of competition for time spent sightseeing, and the king-size beds are amazingly comfy." Full review
Concierge "Probably the only Four Seasons in a prison, and one of the smallest in the chain, but there's nothing confining about this 65-room hotel."
Fodor's "A former prison just steps from Topkapı Palace and Aya Sofya is now one of Istanbul's premier accommodations, where rooms and suites are luxuriously outfitted." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
""It seems smaller and feels more intimate than it is. We were addressed by name everywhere we went, and the concierge is incredible."" Full review
Lonely Planet "A regular entry in ‘Best Hotel in the World’ lists, this place oozes quality and comfort."
Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotels
"Set in the heart of Sultanahmet... this property’s century-old Neoclassical building and manicured garden courtyard have hosted hotel guests since 1996." Full review
Afar Magazine "I promise that the best place to relax, have a twilight cocktail, and soak in the awe-inspiring sights of Istanbul is the rooftop of the Four Seasons at Sultanahmet." Full review
Jetsetter "Century-old prison turned plush Istanbul digs with manicured gardens, a roof terrace and spa." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"A must for those seeking Ottoman atmosphere and history." Full review
Raffles Istanbul Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Wallpaper
Oyster The Telegraph Jetsetter
U.S. News & World Report
Independent Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
Zorlu Center | Besiktas, Istanbul 34340, Turkey
From $217/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler "Channels the city’s Byzantine charm and mystery with gorgeous views from almost every room and lush Turkish textiles." Full review
Star Service " With facilities catering to business travelers, families, couples, and VIPs, the 11th member of the international Raffles chain of luxury hotels has broad appeal." Full review
Wallpaper "All rooms feature a balcony with the best views overlooking the Bosphorus and the Princes’ Islands." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"Raffles Istanbul is a five-pearl property with dramatic, art-filled interiors situated in an upscale mall and residential complex, about a 30-minute drive from the top tourist sights." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Unlike the majority of luxury hotels in Istanbul, Raffles does not pay homage to the city’s bygone Byzantine and Ottoman eras, but stands instead as a symbol of a modern, self-confident Turkey." Full review
Jetsetter "Opulent, ultra-mod newcomer overlooking the Bosphorus with a rooftop cinema, lavish spa and Michelin-starred chef." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"Recent travelers are confident in their proclamations that the Raffles Istanbul is one of the best hotels they have ever stayed in." Full review
Independent "Set away from central Istanbul in the shiny Zorlu Centre and the business district – but easily reached by metro – Raffles Istanbul is as stylishly modern as its sleek surroundings"
Travel + Leisure "A romantic stay at Raffles Istanbul comes with sweeping panoramic views of the Bosphorus, stylish accommodations featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies (yes, there's 24-hour butler service, too), world-class gastronomic experiences, and a spa with couples rooms and Turkish baths"
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Michelin Guide "Historical references are present, of course, especially in the artwork...every room is assigned a personal butler, and the facilities include the full luxury-hotel treatment" Full review
