Best Luxury Hotels in Besiktas

Discover our favourite luxury accommodation in Besiktas. Our collection of luxury hotels and resorts showcase the very finest in world-class hospitality. Each one has been selected, by our Editors, based on its exceptional service, refined interiors, excellent amenities and standout location. Let our expert selection help you find your perfect place to stay.

Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas

Raffles Istanbul

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 185 Luxurious Rooms & Suites with Bosphorus Views
Amenities Pan-asian Dining at Isokyo, Raffles Spa with Turkish Hammam, Fitness Centre, indoor & Outdoor Pools
More Prime Location in the Prestigious Zorlu Centre for Luxury Shopping & Entertainment

Raffles is part of the award-winning Zorlu Centre. Unlike many of the surrounding hotels, it is designed with a modern Turkish look. It doesn’t feature any Ottoman references. The public spaces outside the hotel are adorned with Turkish and international art. The hotel has many essential services. These include a kids’ club, bar, restaurant, sauna, steam room, fitness centre, pool, laundry and room service. They also have free Wi-Fi. The rooms are beautifully designed with works of art that are inspired by the Blue Mosque. They also have Nespresso machines and tablet computers for guests. Raffles has two restaurants: Arola and Lavinia. The first one focuses on Spanish cuisine while the second one specialises in contemporary Turkish mezes.

Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas

Shangri-La Bosphorus

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 186 Opulent Rooms & Suites with Bosphorus Views
Amenities Authentic Cantonese Dining at Shang Palace, CHI, The Spa with Turkish Hammam, Fitness Centre, indoor Heated Pool
More Prime Waterfront Location Close to Dolmabahçe Palace & the Vibrant ortaköy District

This hotel is part of a Hong-Kong group. It is located in Besiktas district on the European banks of the Bosphorus Strait. The hotel has a classic design, with a lot of marble being part of the construction. To complete the look, the hotel employs Turkish and Asian staff. Service in the hotel is personalised and swift. Some available amenities in the hotel include a bar, laundry, pool, room service, hammam, fitness centre, parking and a restaurant. The hotel has 186 rooms, and these have been noted to be some of the most spacious in the entire city.

Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 170 Luxurious Rooms & Suites With Stunning Waterfront Views
Amenities Mediterranean & Turkish Dining At Aqua, Full-Service Spa With Hammam, Fitness Centre, Indoo & Outdoor Pools
More Historic Setting in a Restored 19th-Century Ottoman Palace

This hotel was transformed from a 19th-century palace to one of the most luxurious places you can stay when vacationing in Istanbul. It is located in Bosphorus, one of the best neighbourhoods in the city. This location allows visitors to watch the romantic sunset from a waterfront position. The hotel has 170 guest rooms, and these include 25 suites. The entire building features ancient Ottoman architecture, and the decorations are also inspired by contemporary designs. Visitors can also enjoy spending time in the large outdoor swimming pool that overlooks the Bosphorus Strait. Alternatively, they can spend time in the well-lit underground swimming pool. This one also features underwater music.

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Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas

W Istanbul

Hotel
(5 stars)

This hotel is located in the central part of Istanbul. The Nisantasi shopping centre is just about 15 minutes away from the hotel. The construction and design of this building have generally transformed the surrounding areas since it features classy modern architecture. That being said, some aspects of traditional Islamic architecture have been retained as references to the history of the place. The hotel has many useful amenities, including a spa and free Wi-Fi. It is important to note that Wi-Fi is only free in the public spaces of the hotel.

Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas

Ciragan Palace Kempinski

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 310 Elegant Rooms & Suites, including Opulent Palace Suites
Amenities Ottoman Dining at Tugra Restaurant, Sanitas Spa with Turkish Hammam, Fitness Centre, indoor & Outdoor infinity Pools
More Historic Bosphorus Waterfront Location in a former Ottoman Palace

This hotel is located in the convenient Besiktas district on the European side of the Bosphorus. It originally served as a palace for Turkish sultans. Many heads of state have stayed in this hotel, and this has only served to continue its tradition of serving royalty. The hotel has three restaurants, one of which is Tugra. This dining area provides classic Turkish cuisine and is well-known in Istanbul for its high quality. Visitors to the hotel enjoy 24-hour butler service, a luxury lounge, and a private entrance.

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Ciragan Palace Kempinski




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