Istanbul

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

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Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus reflects the changing face of modern Istanbul, infusing a 19th-century Ottoman palace with the contemporary elegance of its waterfront setting. Sunlight floods through the large windows in 145 guest rooms and 25 suites. Enjoy the traditional Turkish hammam, famous for its purity, or lounge around the outdoor pool. Dine at Aqua, serving delicious seafood dishes with an extensive array of fine wines. Try YALI Lounge for all-day dining, and the chic indoor/outdoor bar.

Ciragan Cad Number 28, Besiktas, 34349 Istanbul, Turkey
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

About Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

Insider tip

Feel like a rock star when your private motor yacht picks you up right at the hotel launch for a cruise on the Bosphorus. –Georgia Schley Ritchie Atlanta, Georgia

In the hotel’s own words

Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus. On the European bank of the Bosphorus – which flows through Istanbul’s history and heart – Four Seasons gives a 19th-century palace a fresh, eclectic spirit. Alluring facilities include a chic urban spa. Fine restaurants and pools by the quayside overlook the Asian shore. And all are awash in the light, space and excitement of this water’s-edge location.

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Guestrooms:

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus offers 145 guest rooms and 25 suites. Bright and airy, they open to balmy sea breezes and a variety of waterfront, garden and city views. A striking blend of Ottoman design and contemporary mahogany furnishings, their décor is a rich palette of deep blue or terra cotta, accented by shades of copper and burgundy. Ornate ceilings feature hand-painted traditional motifs, and lithographs representative of Turkish and Ottoman art adorn the walls. Nearly a quarter of the rooms offer views across the legendary Strait to the hills of Asia.

Dining:

Overlooking the Bosphorus, AQUA showcases contemporary seafood cuisine with that highlights the region’s freshest ingredients paired with an extensive array of fine wines. During breakfast buffet and à la carte selections, Aqua combines local and an international delicacies.

Warm and inviting in winter, cooled by balmy sea breezes in summer, YALI serves as a relaxing venue and an intimate space for family style Turkish breakfasts, simple lunches, tasty snacks, afternoon tea, and crafted cocktails. This all-day venue serves traditional Turkish menu. Having a charming location on the terrace, the Hotel’s summer pop-up restaurant OCAKBASI is offering selected kebabs and tasty mezzes, emphasizing Turkey’s rich and vast local flavors. Dine by the pool, THE CLUB serves burgers, sandwiches, locally sourced salads and many more delicious offerings during summer. .

Leisure:

The Spa takes inspiration from the enduring mystique and unique qualities of the hammam (Turkish bath), famous since Ottoman times. The 22,605-square-foot facility offers 10 luxurious treatment rooms (including a private spa suite for two); steam rooms, saunas, men’s and women’s hammams and a breathtaking sky lit indoor pool. Nurturing and personal Four Seasons care ensures a relaxing, renewing journey that honors ancient Near Eastern tradition, while celebrating modern Western sophistication. The Fitness Centre features advanced workout options for the fitness enthusiast. It offers the latest in cardiovascular equipment as well as an extensive selection of weight-training machines and free weights. The heated pool overlooking the Bosphorus, with its pool deck and heated whirlpool, offers a quiet respite where guests can relax far from the bustle of the city. Drinks and light snacks are served in the Pool Bar and Grill.

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Rooms and suites

12 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
Bed options
1Deluxe Room
Offering ample space for work or leisure, these rooms offer limited views of the Bosphorus.
View: Limited and angled views of the Bosphorus
484 ft²
King bed
2Palace Courtyard Room
Offering ample space for work or leisure, Palace Courtyard Rooms overlook the courtyard as well as the Hotel's grand entrance.
View: The Hotel's grand entrance
484–538 ft²
King bed
3Courtyard Room
These rooms offer views of the courtyard as well as the Hotel's grand entrance.
View: The courtyard and the Hotel's grand entrance
Members only
One king bed, or two twin beds, or one queen and one single bed
4Superior Room
These spacious rooms offer views of the exterior garden, street or the historic school building next door.
View: Exterior garden, street or the historic school building next door
Members only
King or two twin beds
5Palace Bosphorus Room
These high-ceilinged, expansive rooms offer eye-catching views of the city's key landmarks, including the Strait of Bosphorus, the Asian shores, the Maiden Tower or the domes and minarets of Old Town.
View: The city's key landmarks, including the Strait of Bosphorus
Members only
King bed
6Four Seasons Room
Four Seasons Rooms are spacious, elegantly appointed units with combined bedroom and living room areas. They offer limited views of the Bosphorus or the garden.
View: Partial of Bosphorus or the garden
Members only
King bed
Suites
Size
Bed options
7Palace Roof Suite
Relax with family in your living area or entertain friends on your private rooftop terrace. Located on the top floor of the historic Bosphorus palace building, these elegant palace roof suites offer total privacy.
View: From the terrace, the Strait of Bosphorus, Maiden Tower, Old Town and the shores of Asia
Members only
King bed
8One-Bedroom Bosphorus Suite
One-Bedroom Bosphorus Suites offer vistas of the Strait of Bosphorus from the bedroom. Discreetly secluded by French doors, the living room overlooks the adjacent historic school or the beautifully landscaped gardens.
View: From the bedroom, the Strait of Bosphorus; from the living room, the adjacent historic school or the beautifully landscaped gardens
Members only
King bed
9Atik Pasha Suite
This luxurious one- to three-bedroom suite, located on the second floor of the 19th-century Ottoman palace, offers magnificent vistas of the Bosphorus.
View: The Bosphorus
Members only
One bedroom: one king bed; Two bedrooms: one king and one twin bed; Three bedrooms: Two king beds and one twin bed
10Three-Bedroom Bosphorus Palace Suite
Host friends or relax with family in the high-ceilinged living room with views of the Bosphorus. With three bedrooms, this suite offers plenty of space to feel at home during your stay in Istanbul.
View: Bosphorus view from the Suite living room and view of the inner courtyard; view of the Hotel's grand driveway from the second bedroom; full Bosphorus view from third bedroom
Members only
Two king and two twin beds
11Two-Bedroom Bosphorus Palace Suite
Two-Bedroom Bosphorus Palace Suites offer views of our inner courtyard and the Bosphorus. They are the perfect setting for meetings or entertaining.
View: Bosphorus view from the Suite living room and view of the inner courtyard and the Hotel's grand driveway from the second bedroom
Members only
King bed in the main bedroom and two twin beds in the second bedroom
12One-Bedroom Bosphorus Palace Suite
One suite, situated above the lobby, has a loft-style bedroom separated by six steps from a spacious living room. The other suite, on the second floor, features bay windows that offer a breathtaking view.
View: 180-degree vistas of the Bosphorus
Members only
King bed

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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What room types does Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus offer?

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus lists Deluxe Room, Palace Courtyard Room, Courtyard Room, Superior Room, Palace Bosphorus Room, Four Seasons Room and 6 more. Sizes and bed options for each are in the rooms table above.

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