Raffles Istanbul, Turkey

Raffles' 181-room Bosphorus property — the brand's first Turkish outpost, opened 2014 in Istanbul's Beşiktaş district.

Raffles Istanbul opened in 2014 as the brand's first Turkish property, with 181 rooms and suites overlooking the Bosphorus Strait in the Beşiktaş district. The property runs Raffles' signature butler service across all room categories — a structural differentiator in Istanbul's luxury tier, where mo

Key Features

• Stunning panoramic views of the Bosphorus
• Multiple fine dining restaurants
• Luxurious spa and wellness center
• Raffles butler service
• Infinity pool
• Private meeting and event spaces

Dining

• Rocca
• Isokyo
• Lavinia Lounge
• Long Bar

Signature Experience

Bosphorus views from the infinity pool — the strait's maritime traffic gives the view kinetic interest that static coastal panoramas lack.

Accolades

3rd Best Hotel in the World - Readers Choice Awards, Cond Nast Traveler, 2021, Best Hotel in Greece & Turkey - Readers Choice Awards, Cond Nast Traveler, 2025 Global Recognition Award

Vibe: Bosphorus-View, Butler-Service, F&B-Forward, Raffles-DNA

Featured In Our Collections

Raffles Istanbul, Turkey is featured in 6 of our curated collections:

When to Visit Istanbul

Best time: The best months for ultra-luxury travel to Istanbul are April and October.

Demand: Luxury travellers typically flock to Istanbul during the spring and autumn months.

Pricing: Ultra-luxury property prices are significantly higher during peak seasons, particularly in April and October.

Insider tip: Consider booking private guided tours to explore Istanbul's hidden gems.

Avoid: Avoid visiting in July and August due to extreme heat and overwhelming tourist crowds.

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