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Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul vs Raffles Istanbul
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul and Raffles Istanbul are both highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul scores slightly higher than Raffles Istanbul. Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul comes in at 85 with recommendations from 7 sources like Condé Nast Traveler, Fodor's and Oyster.
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
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Sinanpasa Mah, Hayrettin Iskelesi Sok, No.1, Besiktas, Istanbul 34353, Turkey
From $212 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"In a 1930s tobacco warehouse near the waterfront in the busy central neighborhood of Besiktas, the Shangri-La is popular with affluent families as well as a smaller number of business travelers."
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Fodor's
"Offering all the opulence and sophistication expected of this world-class brand, the Shangri-La Bosphorus overlooks the water, with a glittering lobby that features a two-story crystal chandelier."
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Oyster
Luxury
"The Shangri-La Bosphorus is a first-rate luxury hotel housed in a former waterfront warehouse on the European side of the Bosphorus river."
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Wallpaper
"There is a variety of cuisines (from Asian to Mediterranean) to suit most palates, but it's the impressive wall of wine that will have us coming back for more."
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Jetsetter
"Luxe digs on the Bosphorus, with palatial rooms, a world class spa and a destination Cantonese restaurant."
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Raffles Istanbul
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Zorlu Center | Besiktas, Istanbul 34340, Turkey
From $217 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler
"Channels the city’s Byzantine charm and mystery with gorgeous views from almost every room and lush Turkish textiles."
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Star Service
" With facilities catering to business travelers, families, couples, and VIPs, the 11th member of the international Raffles chain of luxury hotels has broad appeal."
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Wallpaper
"All rooms feature a balcony with the best views overlooking the Bosphorus and the Princes’ Islands."
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Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Raffles Istanbul is a five-pearl property with dramatic, art-filled interiors situated in an upscale mall and residential complex, about a 30-minute drive from the top tourist sights."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"Unlike the majority of luxury hotels in Istanbul, Raffles does not pay homage to the city’s bygone Byzantine and Ottoman eras, but stands instead as a symbol of a modern, self-confident Turkey."
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