Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus
IstanbulLocated in a restored 19thcentury Ottoman palace, Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus sits on the European side of the strait with views over the water to Istanbul’s Old Town. The hotel offers impeccable service, superb facilities, and a vast private waterfront.
There are 170 guestrooms and suites arranged across the palace and two annexes. The rooms combine traditional Ottoman Turkish design with contemporary comforts, while large windows overlook the courtyard or Bosphorus. For those looking to indulge, the palace suites offer exquisite Ottoman style and sublime views.
The signature restaurant, Aqua, serves contemporary Mediterranean cuisine, while the pop-up Ocakbasi offers Turkish favourites and the Lounge has a mouth-watering afternoon tea.
Enjoy private guided tours of Istanbul’s historic sights, take a cruise on the Bosphorus, and explore the traditional bazaars. Back at the hotel, cool off in the pool, relax on the waterfront, and unwind in a hammam at the spa.
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus Information
Location & Getting There
The Four Seasons Bosphorus is located along the shores of the city's famed straits. Guests can arrive by a luxury boat transfer combined with a short drive from the Atakoy Marina to Four Seasons Bosphorus. Alternatively, it is a 45 minutes drive from Ataturk International Airport and a 45-60 minutes drive from Sabiha Gokcen Airport.
Accommodation
With a total of 170 rooms and 25 suites, the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus is well-decorated and furnished with old architectural designs where each room features a multi-fascade view of the waterfront, garden and city. All the luxury Bosphorus suites feature a lush view of the gardens and deep blue waters of the Strait of Bosphorus.
Activities
There is much to see and do in bustling Istanbul and starting off by strolling through the streets is a great way to immerse yourself into the city. For a different view point of Turkey, a cruise on the Bosphorus Straits is not to be missed. The city is also teeming with wonderful architectural delights such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace to name a few. A holiday in Istanbul would not be complete without some time in on of its hammams. Istanbul's nightlife is vibrant and there are countless super bars and restaurants with great views over the city. Alternatively, for a quiet end to the day, the Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus has a superb spa for some pampering.
Children
The Four Seasons Bosphorus hotel is able to organise family friendly trips and excursions. Cribs, rollaway beds, infant toiletries, strollers and high chairs are available. Childproofing is also available. Baby sitters are available. The 90ft outdoor pool is suitable for children.
- Three restaurants
- Lounge
- Outdoor heated swimming pool
- Outdoor whirlpool
- Spa
- Hammam
- Indoor pool with underwater speakers
- Private tours of Ottoman mansions and palaces
- Guided cruise along the Bosphorus
- Sunday brunch
- The Blue Mosque
- Hagia Sophia
- Explore Yildiz Park
- Museums and galleries
“Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus is situated in one of the city’s most popular and beautiful neighbourhoods and offers the customary Four Season’s service and warm hospitality. The facilities are superb: indulge at the signature restaurant, Aqua, take a dip in the inviting pool, or enjoy being pampered with a relaxing massage at the spa.”
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