The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul At The Bosphorus, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul overlooks the Bosphorus from a hillside location 15 minutes from Sultanahmet, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar. It was named top hotel in Turkey in the 2024 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards in the Europe's Best category. Guests access The Roof infinity pool for panoramic Bosphorus views, an intimate outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery.

All units feature luxury furniture, a plush armchair, and a full marble bathroom with separate rainforest shower, soaking bathtub, Asprey bath amenities, and terry cloth bathrobes and slippers. The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge on the 13th floor provides exclusive food and drink service with views of the city, river, and old town, including an egg station at breakfast. Guests staying in renovated rooms experience a blend of European and Middle Eastern styles, with Nespresso machines and complimentary daily newspapers.

Nobu offers Japanese-Peruvian cuisine with stunning panoramic Bosphorus views, while Atölye Anatolian Cuisine presents an open kitchen with a private Chef's Table experience and a showcase cellar of local and international wines. Bleu Lounge provides Mediterranean-inspired snacks and signature hand-crafted cocktails alongside Bosphorus views, with DJ performances in the evening. The hotel also offers cooking classes, happy hour, themed dinner nights, and live music performances.

The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul offers an authentic Turkish Hammam, an extensive range of facial, body and massage treatments, and an indoor pool bordered by Byzantine columns with a ceiling painting of the Istanbul sky. The sun terrace features a second outdoor pool, and the spa includes a sauna, steam room, fitness centre, yoga classes, and personal trainer services. Guests can also book beauty services including hair treatments, manicure, pedicure, and make-up services.

Just a short walk from Dolmabahçe Palace and Taksim Square, the hotel is within walking distance of the tram line for easy access to historical attractions. The property has comprehensive business services including meeting/banquet facilities, a business centre, and fax/photocopying, along with car hire and shuttle service. Family-friendly amenities include a kids' club, babysitting/child services, indoor play area, board games, and a family-friendly buffet with kid-friendly meals.

Location: Overlooking Bosphorus, 15 min from Sultanahmet attractions

Rooms: Marble bathrooms with Asprey amenities, Nespresso machines

Dining: Nobu, Atölye Anatolian Cuisine, Bleu Lounge

Wellness: Turkish Hammam, indoor pool with Byzantine columns, outdoor infinity pool

Services: Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, kids' club, business centre

Awards: Top hotel in Turkey - 2024 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards