5 star hotels on first line in Istanbul

The location is great and the rooms are okay. The receptionist didnt want to connect my reservation to my IHG membership because I booked via Trip.com and not the IHG app which is never the case.

The hotel is nice and clean, on a busy street. The hotel is not too far from the Ortakoy ferry terminal. 

Very nice hotel Good breakfast Absolutely gorgeous view from 6th floor main restaurant

Cons: There's no proper desk, so I had to work on the nightstand. The public co-working space was too crowded with 'escorts,' which felt a bit uncomfortable. Pros: The restaurant features a fully transparent bay window, which is excellent for photos and views. The hotel's location is next to the Bosphorus Bridge, in a bustling commercial area.

Room was spacious. Service was alittle slow and location have very bad traffic

A very clean and professional hotel with nice view on the busphorus (beach) in the breakfast section. Staff are very welcoming. The location is very nice with decent shops around, but not the best regarding how far from other areas. However, this is only pronounced due to how crowded istanbul is and traffic.

Super beautiful, princess style, and super attentive with the amenities. There are 3 of us and they give us 3 sets of amenities.

The hotel is nice overall. The room we first got was facing the street side and a little noisy. After we requested a change a room to the opposite side, the noise was all gone and quiet. The buffet breakfast was nice. It’s not in the old town area but it’s about 3 minutes walk you can take the tram to the old town. Very convenient

My room was on the 1st floor but the above maybe a pub or karaoke where disturbed my sleeping. By the way, there is a Tram nearby and staffs are very helpful.

Booked this hotel because it's a short walk to Chora Church and Tekfur Palace, and indeed, both were easily accessible on foot. My room was on the first floor facing the street. While the windows were of good quality, the noise from pedestrians and traffic didn't quiet down until late into the night. The service was excellent; even though there was no elevator to my floor, my luggage was still carried...

I stayed at Millennium Istanbul Golden Horn and really enjoyed my experience overall. The location is very convenient, especially if you want to explore the city easily. There is a tram stop just nearby, which makes transportation simple and stress-free. Getting to popular areas did not take long at all. One thing I really appreciated was the parking. It was easy and comfortable, which is a big advantage...

Honestly the hotel is okay clean. Everything went well Location is not so good Please dont book with breakfast, its not worth the breakfas

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The atmosphere was very welcoming, and the hotel is clearly well managed and professional. I would especially like to thank the bellboy, Mr. Murat, for his outstanding service. He was kind, professional, and very attentive while helping us with our luggage

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We had a pleasant stay at the Radisson Blu Hotel Istanbul Ottomare. The room was clean, spacious, and comfortable. We really appreciated the complimentary upgrade and thoughtful snacks upon arrival — a lovely touch! Since the weather was quite cold during our visit, the air conditioning system wasn’t initially active, but the reception team was responsive and quickly helped us enable the power when...

It was a nice hotel and the service was great.

Been staying here for the last couple of days and Gulten has been doing our room each day and has gone above and beyond with everything she has done even leaving a lovely sculpted towel arrangement each day she is very talented and also very kind and approachable. She is an asset to radisson blue and we would love to leave this great review for her Thank you for making our stay so welcoming

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! A special thanks to Rim and her colleagues at the reception, who gave us a warm welcome and surprised us with an upgrade to a stunning suite with a sea view – a fantastic start to our stay as VIP members. The welcome drink was also a lovely gesture that we truly appreciated. At the restaurant, we would like to highlight Eda, who made our stay especially pleasant...

I would like to mention Adam at the reception, he is an excellent professional.

this hotel was in a great location. The staff was very helpful from the very first moments we arrived. The rooms were freshly renovated, and the bed was the best one we’ve had in many months of travel very firm very new. We really enjoyed the hotel. We enjoyed the breakfast, we enjoyed the smiles. We enjoyed the location, easy walking distance to all kinds of things to do and we also enjoyed the price...

Hotel staff was super friendly and helpful. Hotel room was good but it’s a bit noisy. Maybe hotel can further improve the noise isolation in rooms. I’ve preferred this hotel mainly due to perfect location at the heart of Ortakoy. Thus, I could take pictures of iconic Ortakoy Mosque with Bosporus bridge on background. In addition, there’s Michelin restaurant just next to hotel and you can also enjoy...

The room was okay. The seaside setting was beautiful. The breakfast was also excellent. However, there was no free parking. Parking cost 1,400 lira per day.

I woke up very loud this morning

The bathroom quality very bad and old! Disco in the neighbourhood is too noisy late nights! Laundry quality is very bad, destroyed my several expensive clothes! I couldn’t ask claim back because I saw it after I left the hotel! Although reception was helpful, when you ask something!

This hotel is a converted factory building. The room was small, and there was a lot of noisy foot traffic around. The bar noise went on late into the night.

Exceptional service from the very first moments of welcome until the last moments of our stay. My thanks go to all the staff who were so attentive: the managers, all the staff at reception, room service, massage, restaurant, welcome... and I'm sure I'm forgetting some. Such professionalism and a constant desire to do well and to do even better. I sincerely hope to return soon. The room was better...

The room's view? I'd rate it a zero. There's no view at all, the windows are tiny, and no light gets in because it looks out onto a dark wall.

The hotel's location is decent, but it's not right on the strait; it's behind the Peninsula Hotel, so you don't get a sea view. The rooms are average, and the soundproofing isn't great.

Great location, and while the room was a bit small, it was perfectly adequate for a solo traveler.

Great location and the front desk staff were incredibly warm and friendly.

I arrived very early in the morning, and they had the kindness to allow me an early checkin for free. That was very considerate and the staff was extremely nice during the whole stay. It extremely well situated, very good breakfast. I will totally go again, and recommand it to anyone .

Everything was great, We very much enjoyed our location. The front desk staff was the cutest. Special shout out to guest care services, where there is a wonderful person named Zara. She was super kind and responsive to our requests. Thank you all guys.We'll definitely come back here once again

We had problems with the refund & the transportation.

I was really impressed by my stay at this hotel in Istanbul. From the moment I arrived, the staff greeted me with such kindness and hospitality that I immediately felt welcome. The hotel was spotless, well-maintained, and everything ran smoothly throughout my stay. What stood out the most were the employees , they were incredibly helpful, polite, and professional. They truly represent the best of...

Good location. Near to Taksim subway station. Near to good restaurant

We had a wonderful stay at Radisson Blu Hotel Pera. The rooftop bar offers an absolutely stunning view — especially at sunset, when the city skyline looks magical. The location is perfect, within walking distance to major attractions like Eminönü, Sultanahmet, Galata, and Karaköy. Special thanks to Mr. Eren at the reception for his kindness and professionalism. The complimentary Turkish coffee was...

The room was great, the service was excellent and attentive, and the food in the restaurant was the best in Turkey. Because I was late checking in, they even let me have afternoon tea in the restaurant for free, and they also said I could have some when I checked out the next day.

Travelled for work Had a wonderful stay Team is best

The location is excellent, right downstairs from what's known as Istanbul's Champs-Élysées. The hotel's design and facilities are luxurious and up to standard. The service is impeccable; they were very welcoming and helped me with late check-out. The only drawback is that it gets a bit noisy at night, probably because it's quite lively downstairs, and the soundproofing of the doors isn't great—I could...

My stay at The St. Regis Istanbul was absolutely outstanding. From the moment I arrived, the hospitality and attention to detail were beyond impressive. The staff were warm, professional, and always ready to help with a genuine smile. I want to give special thanks to Omar, who truly made my experience exceptional. He’s one of the best hotel representatives I’ve ever met—attentive, courteous, and always...

It's a quiet location in the new city. The food court downstairs is convenient for dining, but the bar can be noisy until late on weekends. The breakfast is good, but a little greasy after eating it for two days in a row.

Excellent service, feeling at home

The staff was wonderful, hotel lovely and centrally located, and the terrace restaurant offers a spectacular view. Rooms are small and not special, but clean and comfortable. Including the wonderful Turkish breakfast makes it good value.

Excellent service, with polite and friendly staff. The breakfast was wonderful, especially the delicious omelet. Overall, a very pleasant experience.

The staff were great, very friendly and helpful. The location was good. The room great with amazing view. The bed mattress was the best. We used also the spa and it was refreshing. The breakfast was good. We had lunch once, which was average. Definitely we recommend this hotel and we would go back again.

Absolutely great value for money! They delivered on everything promised, and the location is superb. The view from the rooftop restaurant is also incredible. My only minor complaint is that the room and bed were a bit small.

Perfect location for everything we walked everywhere as the main attractions and bazaars were within 5 mins walking. Left was Hagia Sofia. Palace etc, right were bazaars...straight down was the sea. The hotel was lovely, and breakfast had everything I liked and more. The view from the top was amazing; you could see all across Istanbul. Our room was very clean, and we even had soothing music in the...

Very helpful staff and great service. Location was close to Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosque and walking to Galata Tower and Galataport was within 40 minutes.

The hotel is so beautiful and very clean and close from the attractions

Good location and delicious breakfast.

We recently stayed at the Legacy Ottoman during our 12 day Traveltalk tour of Turkey. The hotel is perfectly situated in the very heart of Istanbul. You literally walk out from the main lobby into the hubbub of Istanbul with the famous bizarre just three minutes around the corner. The beds are super comfy with a combination of showers and baths depending on which room you book. Would highly recommend...

It was a great trip and hotel’s location was good. It is close to all necessary places and spice bazaar.

I recently had the pleasure of staying at this beautifully preserved historical hotel, and I can honestly say it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the charm and elegance of the building — it felt like stepping back in time, but with all the modern comforts you could ask for. The architecture and decor are stunning, full of rich details that tell the story...

A lovely hotel - super aesthetic, and you can tell it's full of culture. We arrived around 2 am, tired as expected, and the receptionist was just wonderful. There was some confusion around the deposit and method of payment, but he was extra patient and accommodating. Just a shame that no one greeted us outside / helped with the bags, which we saw happen for some other guests (for us, the concierge...

Nice location, all tourist attractions are walkable distance.

The room was quite clean, but a bit small. The layout wasn't perfectly designed, but it didn't hinder getting to places at all. It's not in a very noisy tourist area. Walking to Galata and the nearby old town was very convenient. Breakfast could be described as small but lovely.

Stayed for 2 nights, it's very close to Terminal 1. The room was clean, and having an elevator made going up and down very convenient.

As I am travelling in the summer, I was looking for good air conditioning and quiet rooms in Istanbul as I had seen some bad reviews with other hotels. Burdock however has very good air conditioning and when windows are closed, the room is very quiet. Breakfast was good too. Good atmosphere and not crowded.

We have a wonderful time and the staff are just beautiful people. We had the pleasure of meeting the GM. He came and gave us complimentary breakfasts and some wonderful cakes as we were in Istanbul to celebrate our birthday. Our surname is Burdock so we natural wanted to stay at a hotel of the same name. We will tell our family that the hospitality and care shown ti us was unrivalled. Patricia and...

Great location and easy to get around by tram (T1). Nearby hotel, you can walk to several well known sites. Great breakfast selections and care for special dietary guests. Room was fine but don’t know why towels are not so white. Room was fine but not the mouthwash. Need provide more water.

The shower button on the shower equipment is hard to press.

Superb hotel. Amazing hospitality, great location in the best part of Istanbul

I acknowledge that it's the best luxury hotel in Istanbul. There was a minor service issue, but it was resolved very well, which is understandable given that they are a luxury hotel aiming to excel. Recommended.

The location is excellent, the scenery is beautiful, and the services offered by Mandarin Oriental are impeccable and of top quality.

This is a very expensive review I am writing. I booked the hotel for 3 days as a romantic gate away. I was not informed that they do the perfume treatment in the room. I developed heavy migraine very fast, open balcony didnt help to ventilate. The hotel was kind to offer other rooms, however all had perfume odor. I had to leave the hotel immediately. The hotel charged me for the entire stay, no refund...

This is a very expensive review I am writing. I booked the hotel for 3 days as a romantic gate away. I was not informed that they do the perfume treatment in the room. I developed heavy migraine very fast, open balcony didnt help to ventilate. The hotel was kind to offer other rooms, however all had perfume odor. I had to leave the hotel immediately. The hotel charged me for the entire stay, no refund...

The service was excellent, reflected in all the small details. We had a great stay.

Every day in Istanbul was filled with strong winds and heavy rain, and it wasn't until the last day that I finally experienced the breathtaking fjords. The hotel spa experience wasn't as amazing as I had imagined; it was quite average. Perhaps my expectations were too high. The breakfast, however, was plentiful with many choices, and the location was very convenient. The hotel service was Peninsula...

The hotel's overall facilities are great, and the air conditioning in the rooms works perfectly for both heating and cooling. During check-out, we met Manager Darhan, who provided professional and enthusiastic service. The hotel is truly lucky to have him and his team. A manager from the housekeeping department, who appeared to be of Indian/Pakistani descent, also provided excellent service. However...

The hotel abutting the seaside closest to adjacent restaurants, pier and a bridge where you can walk across the harbour. The hotel rooms and public areas were newly decorated to a luxurious standard. As we told the "Hamam" in Turkey is a must try experience, we went to the Peninsula Spa and booked a Couple's Retreat. The given treatment room for a couple is deemed too small with only 1 small shower...

The most distinctive feature of this Peninsula hotel is its prime location on the waterfront, known as "The Lobby." However, it appears to be open to the public as well; hotel guests receive neither discounts nor priority service. Requests to staff were frequent, requiring multiple reminders before items were brought to the table. In the evenings, it was cold, and after repeatedly asking for a heater...

The room was very clean, the hotel service was very good, the scenery was very beautiful, and there were many restaurants.

Very clean and nice hotel, staff was not in good mood...🙃 Train railway is next to the hotel and is so noisy all night long but not a big thing✌️Breakfast was excellent✌️

Great hotel with swimmingpool and perfect service. They even park your car for you. Would definitely recommend this hotel! 😄

Good value for money hotel. Service from front of house to restaurant / bar staff was great. Rooms are big with tea / coffee minibar etc. Beds comfy and decent pillows. Breakfast is comprehensive!

Staff was very helpful otel was clean breakfast was very good I recommend to everyone.

Clean friendly I recommend to everyone.

Rooms were okay and staff were super friendly. Bed mattresses need some deep cleaning though. Breakfast is decent and in any case there are plenty of stores and restaurants around. It is also 7 mins drive from Maltepe Mall. Swimming pool was alright and the hotel got a barber in the ground floor. We had a pleasant stay overall.

Very nice staff. But I don’t think the pictures of the rooms reflects reality. The room was like a shoebox and not with the space that’s seen on the pictures.

Good location, and a beautiful view at breakfast!!

Great Location in Karakoy! 🚂 Hotel is super close to Karakoy Metro and Tunel- Funicular Station (just steps down) - perfect for hitting Beyoglu, Istiklal, and Taksim (10mins away) 😄. Only bummer: if you're coming from the airport, you'll need to switch at Sishane station and walk down (not exactly trolley-friendly 😬).

Had an amazing time at Azzap Hotel Galata. The location is brilliant to get to anywhere in Istanbul you need by walking or getting easy access to public transport. The rooms are nice and clean with good air con and they get cleaned every day. In terms of price to quality service ratio it's one of the best choices in the city really. The staff are very helpful and friendly. They helped out with my mother...

Hotel was perfect and exactly what we needed! Very central to trams and food. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful! The rooms were spacious and fit our 2.5 large luggage's. The gorgeous view from the rooftop restaurant was definitely a bonus!

Very polite and helpful staff. What I liked most was that I arrived at the hotel at 12:00pm, and check-in is usually at 2:00pm. But they immediately gave me a room, which was very nice, since I arrived very tired from the airport. For which I want to say a huge thank you! The view was not bad, everything was clean and tidy. Upon request, they quickly provided an iron. Overall, I am very pleased. I...

I went on a trip to Istanbul with my mom for 4 days and this is the hotel i picked and It’s a good hotel. It has an beautiful location and view. the room is clean and is huge. the style looked fancy. but the AC doesn’t work and breakfast was limited. And it’s pretty affordable. service is alright. I would recommend this hotel

We were an international delegation to work on problems of war and peace. As in several past meetings, the manager, Cemil Kiziltaş, ensured everyone's accommodations well beforehand, and provided assistance with meeting rooms and refreshments that only encouraged fruitful discussion. Thank you.

Great view and a fantastic location. However, it's not cleaned daily, the furnishings look great, but the bed seems unstable. A peaceful night's sleep is impossible; you can hear everything from the neighboring rooms.

good location, clean and poor breakfast

Excellent location and wonderful views from my room. The ferry across the Bosporous it right outside

Enjoyed everything. Amazing view amazing location the room was very clean. Thats all matter to us. I will definitely stay here again.

Excellent stay at Nar Hotel! Saqib was an absolute gentleman — very friendly, polite, and always ready to help with anything we needed. The room was spotlessly clean and well maintained. All major attractions were just a short walk away, which made exploring the area super convenient. The room was a bit small, but that didn’t matter much as everything else met (and even exceeded) our expectations....

Pleasant little hotel. Just for sleeping; don't expect to be able to do anything else there. But for the price, it's perfectly fine.

What else can u ask for ? Nice ppl, true to its picture. Clean and nice location :)

Excellent service, very clean room, good mattress and bed linen. Very nice and friendly staff.

There are staff all the time and can seek for help if needed. The location is quite good too as it is about 15 minutes walk from the Blue Mosque. There are also many restaurant and shops nearby, some of them even open till mid-night! Just that the hotel is located in the lower part of the City, recommend to call taxi when checkingin with luggage,

Our recent stay at Nar Hotel was an excellent experience! As a couple, we found it to be the perfect getaway. The hotel is located in a safe and peaceful area, which added to the comfort of our trip. The rooms were spotless, well-maintained, and beautifully designed, making our stay cozy and relaxing. The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed. We highly recommend Nar...

It’s a lovely hotel for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate Ottoman architecture. The breakfast was an amazing territory of the hotel, and the surroundings were also beautiful.

We stayed for one night, had dinner at Toro Restaurant, and booked a 1-hour couple’s massage at the spa. Here’s my overall review: The spa is located on a hilltop and accessed by buggy, with a truly stunning view. However, you can’t enjoy this view from either the massage room or the relaxation area. The massage itself was average in my opinion, and the refreshments afterwards were quite underwhelming...

An absolutely stunning hotel just like in the pictures! The food was outstanding, truly top-level. the Turkish breakfasts were beyond amazing! The whole property is breathtaking: lush, perfectly maintained gardens, several pools, and even its own hammam. Everything feels new, elegant, and beautifully designed-a perfect place to relax and enjoy. 💫🇹🇷

Fast service. Delicious breakfast.

From the welcome ceremony at check-in to the sea view when entering the room, it was amazing. The hotel is full of beautiful scenery, and it is a hotel worth checking in! The general manager also came out to welcome, the service was in place, and the low-key luxury It's a pity that the Italian restaurant was not open. I experienced the SPA, but I felt that the cost performance was not high

I didn't have time to visit the hotel garden. It happened that the restaurants in the hotel were basically closed during Christmas, which affected the experience a bit... But the room was still impeccable.

The hotel is located in one of the best areas in Istanbul and almost every tourist attraction is walking distance from here or only few minutes by car. The rooms are perfect however I did not like the glass that covers the TV in the rooms, because it makes it difficult if you would like to connect your devices to the TV. The hotel entrance is small and doesn’t seem like a 5 Star hotel entrance also...

My wife, sister-in-law and I have stayed in this hotel for two weeks, we love the location of the hotel surrounded by lively restaurants, coffee shops & bars. More importantly, staff in this hotel is amazing, very professional, just about all of them speak good English. My sister-in-law had a surgery, they took an extra special care for her during our stay. I can’t thank them enough. We definitely...

Stayed at this hotel with friends for about 4 nights . It is located in a busy district close to everything . Also the main shopping district is up the hill with many great boutiques . The suite with its own cabana is really nice . The staff is friendly and will organize whatever you may need . The spa is small. The gym is fine. A few cats outside of your door :) they were the highlight of my stay...

Cozy hotel, very polite staff, delicious food and a cool area

Beautiful designer hotel. Excellent breakfasts. Comfortable rooms. Attentive staff. Delicious cocktails.

Clean and well appointed, walking distance to most of interesting second of Istanbul, but a bit too modern style. Staff and concierge were extremely helpful

* Hotel Les Othman is Located in the Posh Distric of Nişantaşe in Istanbul Turkey. * Palace on the Bosphorus Converted to a Small Boutique Hotel. * Architecture is an Othman French Style. * Interior Design is Chic Grandeur Othman French Style. * Ground Floor with a High Ceilings. * First Floor where is The Suites. * Second Floor is Equpaid by the Owner of the Hotel. * Basement where are the...

Small Othmani palace having great seaside restaurants offering good food. Clean, quite and neat place

Not so good. The value for money in exchange is so poor. Interesting people. However have seen so many upscale place this does not even come close. If you just want to pay an arm and a leg for the view why not..

In an 18th century mansion along the Bosphorus Strait, this high-end, all-suite hotel is 11 km from the Hagia Sophia museum and 13 km from the Sultan Ahmed Mosque. Posh suites with ornate decor feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, as well as hot tubs, and living rooms with sofas. Upgraded suites add scenic views, dining tables and/or kitchenettes. Room service is available 24/7. Amenities...

Personally it is difficult to describe the emotion that made me feel walking through the streets of this city. Besides the beautiful monuments, mosques, which make you relive the history, i found myself immersed in a different world, in the life that leads from the Bazaar to the spice bazaar, you will find a succession of faces, smells of colors typical of the place, from make you remain speechless...

Spectacular sunset and Mr DJ with stunning music.

The price comparing with the facility and quality and room size is very high. With 50% of the cost and double room space with better views and marvelous location and services . I am not recommending

For me it more like 4 stars hotel . There have problem with water pressure the room when I stay , Lovely place , of course stunning view from the room

For me it more like 4 stars hotel . There have problem with water pressure the room when I stay , Lovely place , of course stunning view from the room

First off, the lobby is practically nonexistent. The elevator can barely fit two people. The service is good, and the view is beautiful, but the soundproofing is terrible. I think you'd be better off staying near Taksim Square.

Let's start with the pros. The location is unbeatable, being the closest hotel to the Strait of Bosphorus Bridge, bar none. As for the cons, there aren't really any real cons, as we were traveling with children. The location can be a bit too noisy. Downstairs are a multitude of restaurants and bars, with blaring DJs. Last night, one bar was still partying until 3:00 AM. If you don't like a bustling...

Reception staff were uncooperative at checkout. I checked in at 7 PM and checked out at 1 PM.