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Sirkeci MansionvsRaffles Istanbul
Sirkeci Mansion and Raffles Istanbul are both praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, Sirkeci Mansion is preferred by most professionals compared to Raffles Istanbul. Sirkeci Mansion comes in at #16 in Istanbul with positive reviews from 6 sources including The Telegraph, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Sirkeci Mansion
Star Service
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Time Out
U.S. News & World Report
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Taya Hatun Sok. No:5 Sirkeci, Fatih, Istanbul 34120, Turkey
From $83/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "The air-conditioned, recently wallpapered guest rooms here are dreamily comfortable, with big beds on which rest not just a pillow menu but also a dish of Turkish delight. " Full review
Fodor's "The comfortable and inviting room decor emphasizes local character, while the bustling, ornate lobby and warm, helpful staff convey feelings of refined luxury." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Sirkeci Mansion hotel has built a very good reputation on the solid foundations of sound management and consistently good service." Full review
Time Out " The Sirkeci Mansion Hotel is a picturesque structure that encompasses high quality service, Turkish hospitality, and a history that dates back half a century." Full review
U.S. News & World Report7.0
"Just steps from the Topkapi Palace Museum...spacious and well-equipped rooms, but many were even more impressed with the hotel's outstanding staff and central location." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Sirkeci Mansion is walking distance from the Hagia Sophia, Gulhane Park, and Topkapi Palace. The hotel contains 32 spacious rooms, a spa, and an on-site restaurant."
Istanbul Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
Frommer's "A marvelous find, a relatively recently custom-built structure on a quiet lane facing the park outside Topkapi Palace...comfortable and clean rooms, and those are fully kitted-out and don't disappoint" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The owners of this terrific hotel overlooking Gülhane Park know what keeps guests happy – rooms are impeccably clean, well sized and loaded with amenities." 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"
The 15 Most Romantic Hotels in the World
January 31, 2023
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
