Best Luxury Hotels in Turkey

This hotel is set near the Taksim Square, and that puts visitors within walking distance of many tourist attractions in the city. A notable advantage of this hotel is the east-facing rooms that give you a perfect view of the beautiful Bosphorus. This is the best place to stay in if you enjoy watching the sunset as you enjoy a glass of wine. The rooms in this hotel are spacious, and they all reflect some forms of Ottoman designs.

History and modernity beautifully comes together in this majestic luxury hotel. The hotel is located in Mustafapaşa which offers beautiful panoramas of the incredible natural landscape as well as the town itself. Away from the commercial centre of Cappadocia, the hotel enjoys peace and tranquillity. Rooms are opulent and regal with sumptuous soft furnishings, Turkish patterned rugs and metal decorative beds, giving a homely touch to the cavern-like rooms. Some rooms and suites boast incredible vistas too. The hotel can organise a range of activities for guests including the Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour, ATV quad bike rides, jeep safaris and horseback riding – all great ways to explore the beautiful natural landscape.

The luxurious Kaya Palazzo Resort & Residences can be found in the very heart of and contemporary accommodations in the form of spacious guestrooms with swim-up options; deluxe suites with private gardens; and spectacular villas with private pools. Guests can choose from multiple on-site dining options including Terrace À La Carte serving local and international flavours, Palazzo Lounge with live DJ performances and Lounge 40 where you can enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail. The hotel’s spa and wellness facilities include saunas for total relaxation. There is also a fully equipped fitness room. Guests can take advantage of the 24-hour butler services and the entertaining, family-friendly Kids club. The Kaya Palazzo Resort & Residences is the ideal location for a 5-star getaway full of sun and sea views.

This hotel is located in the Nisantasi district and thus lies in the European side of Istanbul. The bedrooms in this hotel have a warm feeling and are decorated with copper and aluminium Art Decos. All rooms have a butler service. The hotel has a top-level restaurant and bar, but visitors can also choose to visit the many dining areas in the surrounding places. St. Regis Istanbul has seven floors, all of which are creatively designed with natural materials and excellent art. In the basement is an Iridium spa with seven massage rooms and a hammam.

Just along the oceanfront from Kempinski The Dome, and 50km from the city centre, is Rixos Premium Belek, occupying the largest section of private beach in the area. A great choice for families, there’s a kids club, playground, several massive pools, two-bedroomed suites, inter-connecting rooms and free entry to the nearby Land of Legends theme and water park. All part of the all-inclusive deal. Couples can enjoy the adult-only areas for a more peaceful stay and the privacy of a deluxe swim-up suite. Meals can be taken buffet-style in one of two eateries, or in a choice of three a la carte steak house, Italian and Turkish restaurants. In addition, the resort has eight bars and a full programme of activities excursions and classes.

The Luxury Editor discovered that if you want to get the inside track on the vibrant metropolis of Istanbul then stay in the über-cool Karaköy district. And the best address to call home? Well that’s ‘10 Karaköy’, a Morgans Original Hotel. Found in a landmark, renovated neo-classical building, transformed by award-winning architect Sinan Kafada, this luxury boutique property, with signature Rudolf restaurant by Rudolf van Nunen, is filled with art, and striking design. Expect style, glamour and luxury at this 71-room hotel.

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.

With 103 rooms, suites, and villas, METT Hotel & Beach Resort Bodrum brings a chic, Mediterranean spirit to the stunning Haremtan Bay on Turkey’s Aegean coast. Just a short drive from Bodrum’s historic marina, this five-star lifestyle resort combines contemporary design with relaxed sophistication, appealing to a cosmopolitan crowd seeking style and comfort in equal measure.

The rooms are light-filled and minimalist, featuring warm tones, marble bathrooms, and sea-facing balconies, while private pool suites and villas offer added seclusion. Dining is a highlight with Isola, serving modern Italian cuisine; Folie Restaurant & Sea for upscale French Riviera-style dining over the water; Attiko for Pan-Asian flavours; and Mood Lounge for sunset cocktails.

The MOI Spa provides indulgent treatments, a Turkish hammam, and a sauna, while guests can unwind by the infinity pool or the private beach club. Seamlessly blending the vibrancy of Bodrum with Mediterranean ease, METT embodies a barefoot-luxury ethos with an elegant social pulse.

This hotel is located in Taksim Square, a central position in the city. This location allows visitors to visit many places in the city using public transport. The hotel has four different types of rooms: standard rooms, deluxe rooms, grand club rooms, and suites. Standard rooms are on the lower floors. Visitors can enjoy using the climate-controlled fitness centre. It is supplied with water, towels, weights, and machines. The rooms have LCD televisions, a desk and work area, a dining table, a minibar, and a Nespresso coffee maker. The minibar is fully stocked with beer, juices, and snacks.

The luxurious JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus sits in the beating heart of the bustling city while it’s nestled in the streets of Karaköy. The hotel itself displays a unique blend of modern comfort and traditional local charm while boasting the building’s original, 180-year-old Veli Alemdar Han and the 35-meter atrium. There are 130 deluxe guestrooms and one- and two-bedroom suites overlooking the glistening Bosphorus Strait. Guests are invited to enjoy delicious local and international cuisine in any of the eight diverse dining options featuring the stunning seasonal Sky Karaköy rooftop lounge with 360-degree views over the city. There is also the state-of-the-art Spa Soul with rejuvenating treatments and wellness facilities. Guests can take advantage of the 24-hour fitness centre. This hotel is pet friendly. The hotel’s central location places you next to Galataport and right between the city’s major airports – perfect for all types of stays.

Ideally located near the city centre of Bodrum, The Marmara Bodrum offers a serene getaway for guests seeking a peaceful retreat and is available to adults only. The hotel is comprised of a selection of modern and tranquil guestrooms and suites and features the Party Animal Suite and its 200m2 private patio. The hotel offers guests a chance to dine at Michelin-recommended Tuti Restaurant, which serves traditional Aegean cuisine with a unique and contemporary twist. There is also a Tuti Bar & Lounge set in an impressive, historical watchtower, as well as a pool bar offering sensational sea views. There are expansive outdoor swimming pools, exceptional spa treatments and wellness facilities on hand to enhance your stay. There is also a state-of-the-art fitness room overlooking the city. A stay at The Marmara Bodrum entitles guests to free access to Turkbuku Beach Club with a pristine sun deck and loungers. This hotel is pet friendly.

Located literally within touching distance of Istanbul’s UNESCO architectural and cultural wonders, the Hagia Sofia Mansions, Curio Collection by Hilton, offers a quintessentially luxurious guest experience. A collection of restored, historic mansion houses have been reimagined as beautiful, Ottoman-style palatial suites, with access to fine dining, relaxed sun-kissed courtyard cafés, bars and restaurants, and a unique spa housed in one of Istanbul’s ancient underground former cisterns. The UNESCO old city, the Sultanahmet Archaeological Park, on the European side is probably the most visited, and here one finds the Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection by Hilton close to Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern, steps to the Hagia Sofia Grand Mosque and beside the Hürrem Sultan Hamam, and the former sultan’s Topkapı Palace. Yet despite being at the heart of this popular area, this Curio Collection by Hilton property has wonderfully authentic and tranquil areas including a beautiful dining courtyard with views to the Hagia Sofia museum and mosque and another charming restaurant with views to the historic sites.