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Sumahan On The WatervsGrand Hyatt Istanbul
Both Grand Hyatt Istanbul and Sumahan on the Water are highly recommended by travel writers. Overall, Sumahan on the Water scores significantly higher than Grand Hyatt Istanbul. Sumahan on the Water comes in at #8 in Istanbul with praise from 10 sources like Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler.
Sumahan On The Water
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Kuleli Cad. No:51 Cengelkoy, Uskudar, Istanbul 34684, Turkey
From $226/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "One of Istanbul's most talked-about boutique hotels, the recently refurbished Sumahan on the Water hugs the Asian shore of the Bosphorus in the village of Çengelköy."
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When to go: April, May, June, September, and October, to avoid the summer crowds and humidity.
Fodor's "What was once a derelict distillery on the Asian waterfront of the Bosphorus is now one of Istanbul's most chic and original places to stay, with comfortable rooms and suites." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"Istanbul’s Asian coast, lined with wooden yali... has charming little neighborhoods, including bustling Çengelköy, now the site of one of the city’s most luxurious small hotels." Full review
Star Service "On the Asian side of the Bosporus, this delightful design boutique-hotel is in a world of its own, offering peaceful luxury with beautiful views away from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul." Full review
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Be sure to know the street address as many taxi drivers may be unfamiliar with its hideaway location.
Frommer's "Highlights include duplexes, bathrooms swathed in the same Marmara marble found in Topkapi and Dolmabahçe, and a studied forethought even to the placement of the soaps." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Formerly an Ottoman-era distillery, this place was converted into an award-winning hotel by its discerning Turkish-American owners." Full review
Travel + Leisure "To convert a 19th-century Istanbul distillery into a boutique hotel, owner-architects Mark and Nedret Butler looked to the Bosporus for inspiration." Full review
National Geographic "Serene boutique hotel on Asian shore." Full review
Hideaway Report92.0
"Attractive hotel in a three-story former raki distillery at the water’s edge on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus." Full review
Time Out "Sumahan on the Water is located on the edge of the Bosphorus, providing a picturesque view that is second to none." Full review
Grand Hyatt Istanbul Frommer's Travel + Leisure Star Service Time Out
U.S. News & World Report
Taskisla Cad. No:1 Taksim, Beyoglu, Istanbul 34437, Turkey
From $107/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Over-the-top service, which we like while away from home, particularly when we're on business." Full review
Travel + Leisure "With 360 luxury rooms, suites, and apartments, two restaurants, a Gaia Spa & Fitness Centre, a tennis court, Turkish bath, and arguably the best pool in the city." Full review
Star Service "This hotel is located on nicely landscaped grounds in a prime location just four blocks northeast of Taksim Square and the buzzy nightlife of Istiklal Caddesi." Full review
Time Out "Within the 1,966 square meter meeting space is 1 ballroom, spacious foyer areas, and 19 meeting rooms that can be changed in shape and size according to your needs. " Full review
U.S. News & World Report35.0
"Bordering Istanbul's famous Taksim Square, the Grand Hyatt Istanbul is ideally located for those looking to spend their days sightseeing, as it sits near shops, restaurants and the city's..." Full review
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Additional hotel amenities include the full-service Gaia Fitness Centre & Spa, a business center and meeting space, an outdoor tennis court, a hairdresser and babysitting services (available upon request).
