Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul

The Shangri-La Bosphorus sits on Hayrettin İskelesi Sk., putting guests just steps away from the water’s edge of the Bosphorus Strait. The property spans a stretch of the shoreline that looks directly across to the Asian side of the city.

The hotel trades the chaotic density of the historic peninsula for a more deliberate, wide-open orientation toward the water. While the popular attractions of the old city are a significant distance away, the location allows for a transition from the busy ferry traffic of Beşiktaş to a quiet, controlled environment. The space is far more expansive than the boutique alternatives tucked into the narrow streets of the city centre, making it a better choice for those who value proximity to the sea over being within walking distance of the major palace sites.