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

Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms Rooms and suites on the Bosphorus, rising to expansive Signature Suites, many with waterfront terraces
Amenities Novikov Istanbul, Olea & Bar and Bosphorus Lounge dining, The Spa with Turkish hammam, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness centre, Kids Club
More European Bosphorus shore between Ortaköy and Bebek, a short drive from Ortaköy square and Bebek bay

The Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul is the perfect destination for a five-star getaway by the waters of the Bosphorus Strait. The hotel is comprised of exquisite guestrooms and suites featuring the expansive 474sqm one- and two-bedroom Royal Bosphorus Suites overlooking the Strait and equipped with a private gym and winter gardens. There are six dining venues on site including shorefront dining at the Mediterranean Bosphorus Lounge and Cabanas. Guests are welcome to take advantage of the opportunity to recharge in The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul while enjoying any of the many treatments on offer or simply making use of the range of wellness facilities. The hotel boasts an indoor, outdoor and a children’s swimming pool as well as a fully equipped fitness centre with spin and pilates studios.

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Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas

Raffles Istanbul

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 185 rooms and suites, each with floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony framing Bosphorus and two-sea views.
Amenities İsokyo pan-Asian and Lavinia Lounge dining, Long Bar and Writers Bar, Forbes Five-Star Raffles Spa with Turkish baths, naturally lit indoor pool, 24-hour butler service
More High above Zorlu Center in Beşiktaş, overlooking the Bosphorus with the shopping and arts complex at its base

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.

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Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms Rooms and suites in a restored Bosphorus palace, from Courtyard and Bosphorus rooms to the Palace Roof and Atik Pasha suites
Amenities Aqua seafood restaurant, Yali lounge and Ocakbaşı terrace, spa with hammam, indoor and heated outdoor pools, sauna and steam room, fitness
More On the Bosphorus waterfront in Beşiktaş, near Dolmabahçe Palace and Nişantaşı

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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Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas

Shangri-La Bosphorus

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 186 rooms and suites with chandelier-accented, Ottoman-meets-Asian interiors, rising to the Bosphorus Duplex and Barbaros suites
Amenities Shang Palace and IST TOO dining, Lobby Lounge and Le Bar, Chi, The Spa, health club
More On the Bosphorus in Beşiktaş, a 15-minute walk from Dolmabahçe Palace

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.

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Marmara Region, Istanbul, Besiktas

Ciragan Palace Kempinski

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 317 rooms and suites, including palace suites within the restored Ottoman imperial building, many facing the Bosphorus
Amenities Tuğra, Bellini and Gazebo restaurants, Le Fumoir bar, Sanitas Spa with hammam, outdoor infinity pool
More On the Bosphorus in Beşiktaş, between Dolmabahçe Palace and Ortaköy

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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