Sumahan On The WatervsGezi Hotel Bosphorus
Gezi Hotel Bosphorus and Sumahan on the Water are both praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Sumahan on the Water scores significantly better than Gezi Hotel Bosphorus. Sumahan on the Water has a TripExpert Score of 78 with approval from 6 reviews like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Condé Nast Traveler.
Sumahan On The Water
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Kuleli Cad. No:51 Cengelkoy, Uskudar, Istanbul 34684, Turkey
From $226/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "One of Istanbul's most talked-about boutique hotels, the recently refurbished Sumahan on the Water hugs the Asian shore of the Bosphorus in the village of Çengelköy."
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When to go: April, May, June, September, and October, to avoid the summer crowds and humidity.
Fodor's "What was once a derelict distillery on the Asian waterfront of the Bosphorus is now one of Istanbul's most chic and original places to stay, with comfortable rooms and suites." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"Istanbul’s Asian coast, lined with wooden yali... has charming little neighborhoods, including bustling Çengelköy, now the site of one of the city’s most luxurious small hotels." Full review
Star Service "On the Asian side of the Bosporus, this delightful design boutique-hotel is in a world of its own, offering peaceful luxury with beautiful views away from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul." Full review
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Be sure to know the street address as many taxi drivers may be unfamiliar with its hideaway location.
The Telegraph9.0
"Formerly an Ottoman-era distillery, this place was converted into an award-winning hotel by its discerning Turkish-American owners." Full review
Travel + Leisure "To convert a 19th-century Istanbul distillery into a boutique hotel, owner-architects Mark and Nedret Butler looked to the Bosporus for inspiration." Full review
National Geographic "Serene boutique hotel on Asian shore." Full review
Hideaway Report92.0
"Attractive hotel in a three-story former raki distillery at the water’s edge on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus." Full review
Time Out "Sumahan on the Water is located on the edge of the Bosphorus, providing a picturesque view that is second to none." Full review
Independent "A converted 19th-century distillery makes a luxurious bolthole from the city – right on the banks of the Bosphorus on the Asian side"
Gezi Hotel Bosphorus Fodor's
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Mete Cad. No 34, Taksim Square, Istanbul 34437, Turkey
From $86/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Fodor's "Contemporary, minimalist decor infuses a bit more personality than you'll find in most business-caliber hotels." Full review
Jetsetter "Designer digs with a candlelit spa and sweeping Bosphorus views in one of Istanbul's liveliest 'hoods." Full review
Afar Magazine "This sleek, ultra-modern spot has its heart set on shaking up the Istanbul hotel scene." Full review
U.S. News & World Report51.0
"Gezi Hotel Bosphorus blends modern details with 1940s and 1950s architectural stylings." Full review
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"More luxe-residential than the typical contemporary design hotel, the interiors heavy on warm, welcoming materials...and packed with thoughtful little comforts like Molton Brown bath products" Full review
Time Out "Gezi Hotel Bosphorus has a tradition going back over half a century. Rebuilt and reopened in 2011, this iconic establishment joined the Design Hotels Group, exuding a design-conscious..." Full review
