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Les Ottomans vs Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus

Both properties are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus is preferred by most writers compared to Les Ottomans. Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus is ranked #5 in Istanbul with recommendations from 11 publications like Time Out, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.

Les Ottomans
Les Ottomans
8 / 10
Kurucesme Mah. Muallim Naci Cad. No:68 Arnavutkoy, Besiktas, Istanbul 34345, Turkey
From $460 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This lavish hotel is the talk of the town and only the most overused (but apt) superlatives will describe it." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The sultans themselves would have appreciated local designer Zeynep Fadılloğlu's lavishness and attention to detail."
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"It may not look like much from the outside—a white facade behind a skimpy porte cochère—but on the inside, where it counts, Les Ottomans is a well-executed fantasy." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Right on the banks of the Bosporus in upscale Kurucesme near several esteemed nightlife ventures and pricey restaurants, Les Ottomans is an extraordinary venture." Full review
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Another favorite requested by repeat guests is the 110 Hurrem Sultan suite because of its four spacious rooms and two baths.
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Les Ottomans' clientele includes state dignitaries and celebrities—evidenced by its concierge offerings, including entrance to exclusive nightclubs and private helicopter and airplane transfers." Full review
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Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus
Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus
8 / 10
Ciragan Cad. No. 28, Besiktas, Istanbul 34349, Turkey
From $293 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The hotel is a practically flawless center of hospitality and service." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"While the new Four Seasons definitely rivals the Kempinski in opulence and service, it stops short of outshining its neighbor."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This restored 19th-century Ottoman palace with two modern wings exudes luxury." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"This nineteenth-century Ottoman palace sits on the European bank of the Bosphorus Strait and has "magnificent views" of the hills of Asia." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This luxury hotel in busy Besiktas is partially housed in the 19th-century Ottoman Atik Pasha palace on the European bank of the Bosporus." Full review
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Beside it is the Pool Bar and Grill, which serves light meals all day, and many guests choose to nosh underneath the lipstick-red fabric umbrellas by the pool.
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