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Ottoman Hotel ImperialvsShangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
Both properties are rated very highly by experts. Overall, Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul ranks slightly better than Ottoman Hotel Imperial. Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul has a TripExpert Score of 85 with endorsements from 7 publications like The Telegraph, Fodor's and Wallpaper.
Ottoman Hotel Imperial
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Star Service
Oyster
Time Out Time Out
Lonely Planet
Caferiye Sok. No:6 D:1 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul 34400, Turkey
From $58/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide "Hard to believe this well-positioned, tastefully refurbished hotel was once the Yücelt Hostel, mainstay of the young and impecunious heading out to India in the 1970s."
Frommer's "If it's a central location you're looking for, you can't do much better than this without compromising on quality." Full review
Star Service "This friendly operation focuses as much on customer service as it does on providing comfortable, clean and exceptional accommodations." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"Sultanahmet’s upscale Ottoman Hotel Imperial is a true Turkish delight." Full review
Time Out "Located inside the Ottoman Hotel Imperial, Matbah offers a menu focused on Ottoman palace delights and seasonal offerings, featuring game such as geese in the winter, and quail and duck in the summer." Full review
Time Out "With fascinating views of the Hagia Sophia, the Ottoman Hotel Imperial is within walking distance of Sultanahmet Square." Full review
Lonely Planet "This four-star hotel is in a wonderfully quiet location just outside the Topkapı Palace walls." Full review
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul Star Service
Fodor's Oyster
Wallpaper
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Afar Magazine
U.S. News & World Report
Sinanpasa Mah, Hayrettin Iskelesi Sok, No.1, Besiktas, Istanbul 34353, Turkey
From $212/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "In a 1930s tobacco warehouse near the waterfront in the busy central neighborhood of Besiktas, the Shangri-La is popular with affluent families as well as a smaller number of business travelers." Full review
Fodor's "Offering all the opulence and sophistication expected of this world-class brand, the Shangri-La Bosphorus overlooks the water, with a glittering lobby that features a two-story crystal chandelier." Full review
Oyster Luxury
"The Shangri-La Bosphorus is a first-rate luxury hotel housed in a former waterfront warehouse on the European side of the Bosphorus river." Full review
Wallpaper "There is a variety of cuisines (from Asian to Mediterranean) to suit most palates, but it's the impressive wall of wine that will have us coming back for more." Full review
Jetsetter "Luxe digs on the Bosphorus, with palatial rooms, a world class spa and a destination Cantonese restaurant." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "It may take a knock for its lack of outdoor space, but if one must watch the Bosphorus Strait from indoors, there is no better place than the Shangri La." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Five-star hotels have been popping up like seedlings in Istanbul in the last few years. Shangri-La Bosphorus opened in May and is one of only a handful right on the waterfront." Full review
Afar Magazine "I’d long dreamed of visiting Istanbul, but didn’t make it there until this year. A combination of the time difference and excitement meant I was wide awake at dawn on my first full day..." Full review
U.S. News & World Report16.0
"Taking its name from its perch along the Bosphorus Strait about 2 miles south of Ortaköy in Istanbul, this Shangri-La outpost is recommended by travelers for its picturesque location and..." Full review
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When it's time to dine, lodgers will have several eateries to choose from: IST TOO serves Asian and Mediterranean fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while the more formal Shang Palace offers authentic Chinese-Cantonese cuisine.
