Raffles Istanbul will open next month in the heart of the Zorlu Center, a contemporary destination on the European shore of Beşiktaş. The hotel occupies a prominent position within this mixed-use complex and combines modern Turkish design with contemporary touches. Guests can choose from 132 guestrooms and 49 suites, many featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces that overlook the Bosphorus, the Princes’ Islands and Istanbul’s historic peninsula.
Dining options at Raffles Istanbul include two restaurants, two bars and lounges, and an onsite patisserie offering pastries and light fare. Raffles Spa provides a comprehensive wellness program with nine treatment rooms and suites, alongside facilities such as pools, saunas, steam rooms and traditional hammams to suit a variety of relaxation preferences.
“Turkey is a rising star in the global economy and, in this youngest member of the Raffles family, we have created the perfect expression of the ‘new’ Istanbul: vibrant, full of energy and innovation, but utterly in touch with the city in which it stands and its rich heritage,” said Peter French, president of Raffles Hotels & Resorts.
Raffles Hotels & Resorts currently manages 10 properties worldwide, with locations spanning Singapore, Cambodia, China, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, the Seychelles, the Philippines and Paris. The new Istanbul hotel extends the brand’s presence in a city that blends historical depth with contemporary growth, offering visitors a luxury base from which to explore both the cultural landmarks and the city’s modern developments.