Raffles Istanbul Hotel

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Raffles Istanbul Hotel
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Overview

The comfortable 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel is located right near the Zorlu Center and provides ticket service for a better travel experience. The luxurious hotel proudly offers a grand ballroom and a banquet hall, while Zorlu Performing Arts Center is only a 5-minute walk away.

Location

This Istanbul hotel is situated near the shopping district of Istanbul 3.1 km from the Military Museum and Cultural Site Command. The fantastic Raffles Istanbul provides history lovers with proximity to the ancient Rumeli Hisari Fortress (3.8 km) and Beylerbeyi Historical Summer Palace (3.2 km). Ciragan Palace Kempinski lies approximately a 10-minute ride away, while Gayrettepe tube station is in proximity to the accommodation.

The hotel is located 45 km from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport and a mere 500 metres from Havabus bus stop.

Rooms

All allergy-friendly rooms at the Raffles Istanbul are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and wireless internet along with a mini-fridge-bar, tea and coffee-making facilities for self-catering. In the property you can get a room with a private balcony. Providing a bidet and a separate toilet, the bathrooms also have a shower cap and bath sheets. Guests can take advantage of views of the sea.

Eat & Drink

Among other facilities at Raffles Istanbul Hotel, there is Rocca Restaurant restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine as well as Isokyo restaurant featuring Japanese dishes. This hotel has an à la carte restaurant for on-site dining with city views. Drinks are available at the poolside bar.

Leisure & Business

Guests also have access to a gym and spa therapy for a fee. The Raffles offers options for sports and relaxation in a Turkish steam bath and a Jacuzzi, or at a fitness studio. A day of pampering can include body scrub, facials, and facial treatments, as well as visiting nine treatment rooms and a wellness centre. This Istanbul hotel includes a conference room equipped with conference facilities and a laptop safe.

Licence number: 14919

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site at EUR 55 per day.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of EUR 45 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Turkish, Arabic
Building
Number of floors:21
Number of rooms:200
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Rooms and availability

Corner Premier King Room
  • Room size:

    90 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Junior King Suite Single Bed
  • Room size:

    135 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Bosphorus Suite
  • Room size:

    183 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

EUR 55 per day

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Playpen
  • Children's buffet
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Public Bath

Room view

  • City view
  • Water view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Raffles Istanbul Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 282 £
📏 Distance to centre 7.4 km
🗺️ Location rating 9.2
✈️ Distance to airport 40.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International, SAW

Location
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Zorlu Center, Istanbul, Turkey, 34340
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Zorlu Center, Istanbul, Turkey, 34340
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Shopping Area
Zorlu Center
20 m
Restaurant
Eataly
550 m
Restaurant
Rocca Restaurant
580 m
Restaurant
Cantinery
10 m
Restaurant
Long Bar
570 m
Restaurant
Morini
10 m
Restaurant
Parle
30 m
Restaurant
Zanzibar Cafe Restaurant Bar
20 m
Restaurant
Plus kitchen
160 m
Restaurant
Haci Abdullah Zorlu
390 m

Reviews of Raffles Istanbul Hotel

9.3 /10
Perfect
379 reviews
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Spacious rooms with Bosphorus views, excellent dining, and proximity to Zorlu Center enhance the luxury experience.

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Top rated Rooms and cleanliness

Guests rate the Rooms and cleanliness 9/10

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Rooms and cleanliness9
Here's what guests said:
“Spacious Beautiful City Rooms feature large beds and fine views; really good housekeeping noted for attention to detail.”
Location8
Here's what guests said:
“Connected to Zorlu Center for shopping; close to upscale boutiques and entertainment options.”
Dining8
Here's what guests said:
“Really good breakfast buffet includes international options and unique Turkish items, highlighting local culinary traditions.”
Price and service8
Here's what guests said:
“Butler service enhances value; Raffles Club access priced at €75 includes premium dining and lounge services.”
Our guests’ reviewsWrite a Review
  • J
    John
    United States
    left 9 reviews
    Wrote a review on 18 Sept
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service9.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    spacious room
    delicious breakfast
    perfect relaxation
    long check-in

    The spa was an absolute treat with both the massage and the Turkish bath offering perfect relaxation after exploring the city. The only hiccup was that the check-in took a bit longer than expected, but it was a minor detail in an overall fantastic experience 👍

    Deluxe City Room
  • J
    John
    United States
    Wrote a review on 15 Sept
    Perfect
    9.0

    I had a magnificent experience here, everything was amazing, the location was perfect not far from the airport and the second bridge, which allows for convenient travel to business center son both sides of the Bosporus and taksim square. ...  

  • M
    Mabel
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 15 Sept
    Perfect
    9.0

    The place is top-class and has unbeatable location in the Old Town. The employees are professional and extremely helpful. The units are huge, spotless with bath, great views plus balloons.

  • J
    John
    United States
    left 19 reviews
    Wrote a review on 06 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    butler service

    This hotel was a good match for shopping in Istanbul with excellent value for money. The butler service made our stay special. Definitely call to meet your butler when you arrive.

    Deluxe City Room
  • S
    Suzanne
    United States
    left 18 reviews
    Wrote a review on 06 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    10
    spacious room
    amazing views
    great service
    cold pool
    temperature issue

    The room was spacious with amazing views of the bosphorus, and their service was great.

    the pool temperature was too cold.

    Junior Suite King Bed Sofa Bed
  • C
    Craig
    United States
    Wrote a review on 03 Aug
    Perfect
    9.0

    It was an elegant building, the rooms were well decorated and brand-new with bosphorus view.

  • B
    Basil
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 03 Aug
    Great
    8.0

    The breakfasts were perfect and sumptuous!

    By and large, it was ideal base for sightseeing in Istanbul, had much fun and met very attentive and incredibly polite staff from check-in to check-out. The room was well-appointed and offered a cosmetic mirror and...  

  • E
    Eli
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 23 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    10
    friendly staff
    traffic congestion

    The suite was beautifully furnished, and I loved the

    Overall ambiance of the hotel. The staff were friendly and accommodating, but the traffic to the city center was challenging at peak hours, a downside .

    Deluxe Room Bosphorus View
  • S
    Susan
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 17 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    amazing views
    children's playground
    games room
    cold pool

    Spacious room with amazing Bosphorus views. Children's playground and games room were great for my family. Pool temperature too cold for comfortable swimming.

    Junior Suite King Bed Sofa Bed
  • J
    Johnny
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 12 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service9.0
    Dining9.0
    9.0
    spacious lobby
    elegant design
    accessible features
    service delay
    breakfast service

    The elegant modern design and spacious lobby. Accessible features were superb, allowing easy navigation throughout the hotel, ensuring comfort and convenience for someone like me.

    More attentive service during breakfast would be appreciated.

    Premier King Room
  • C
    Carlos
    United States
    left 13 reviews
    Wrote a review on 12 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    luxury location
    great view
    friendly service

    The location above the Zorlu Center made it easy to check out amazing shops and catch a world-class show. Our corner room was fine and had a great view. Don't miss the indoor pool and the relaxing spa facilities....  

    Premier King Room
  • C
    Carolyn
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 09 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    spacious room
    cold pool

    Spacious room with amazing Bosphorus views.

    The pool temperature was too cold for comfortable swimming.

    Junior Suite King Bed Sofa Bed
  • R
    Ronald
    United States
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 27 May
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    luxurious hotel
    great entertainment
    excellent service
    cold pool

    Accommodating our large family and our two dogs seamlessly, with excellent service from Kadir and others.

    My kids wished the pool was warmer for swimming.

    One-bedroom Suite City View
  • T
    Tommy
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 25 May
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    10
    luxurious spa
    amazing views

    The luxurious spa facilities left me feeling rejuvenated, and the spacious room had amazing views. Don't miss the amazing indoor pool!

    Deluxe City Room
  • J
    Josephine
    United States
    left 11 reviews
    Wrote a review on 19 Mar
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    10
    very nice service
    thoughtful surprises
    cold pool

    Very nice service with thoughtful surprises, but the pool could have been warmer.

    Premier King Room

FAQ about Raffles Istanbul

Which popular attractions are located near the Raffles Istanbul Hotel?
You can always visit Ortakoy Mosque, placed 2.6 km from the Raffles Istanbul Hotel. Another landmark that is worth your while is the old Ali Sami Yen Stadium located a 25-minute stroll away.
Which landmarks are closest to Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel?
Guests of Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel can visit Zorlu Performing Arts Center (only a short walk from the accommodation), or Zorlu Center placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel?
Guests of the 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel can take advantage of complimentary private parking.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-restaurant Canteen offering international cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the comfortable 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel?
Guests of the comfortable 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
Payment methods in the hotel include:
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel offer?
The 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel offers such room types as One-Bedroom King Suite, Two-Bedroom Suite, and Two-Bedroom Residence.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the comfortable 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel?
All rooms of the comfortable 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.6 according to guests' reviews-which is ensured by an air conditioner.
Does the staff at this comfortable hotel speak any foreign languages?
The staff of this comfortable hotel will assist you in English, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Turkish.
Are there any facilities for children featured at the comfortable 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel?
Yes, for guests with children the comfortable 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel offers cots and baby safety gates.
Which facilities are provided in the 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel?
The 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel includes such facilities as a cash machine and currency exchange, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
Do you have a pool at the 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel?
Yes, the 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel features an outdoor pool.
What children services does the comfortable 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel offer?
Such services as babysitting will be very useful for guests staying at the comfortable 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel hotel with their children.

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