Raffles Istanbul
★★★★★Zorlu Center BesiktasShow Map
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We watched 3 guest videos — here's the honest picture
Forbes five-star, guest-verified: 9.8/10 from more than 650 verified stays — İstanbul's top tier by any measure.
"BEST hotel in İstanbul?!": The reviewer's question — answered over a full 4K tour by a luxury-hotels channel.
The Corner Suite filmed: in detail.
Zorlu Center address: You're above a luxury mall in business Beşiktaş — sights are a ride away; for service-first luxury, the 9.8 speaks.
Independently written by the Travreel editorial team · Sources: 3 public guest videos · Updated September 2026
Popular facilities
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Pools & wellness
- Swimming pool
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Massage services
- Spa/wellness center
- Hammam
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
- Spa/wellness center services
- Steam room
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
Beach & outdoors
- Terrace
- Sun terrace
Food & drink
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Barber/beauty shop
- Snack bar
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Coffee Shop on site
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Mobile app for room service
Sports & entertainment
- Fitness facilities
- Fitness center
- Games room
- Fitness classes
Family & kids
- Family rooms
- Children's playground
- Babysitting/child services
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Business center
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Airport shuttle
- Fax/photocopying
- Ironing service
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
- Currency exchange
- Daily housekeeping
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Minimarket on site
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Airport drop off
- Airport pick up
- Beauty Services
- Shuttle service
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- 24-hour security
Internet & parking
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Accessible parking
- Parking garage
Rooms & accessibility
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Safety deposit box
- Soundproof rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Baby safety gates
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Smoke alarms
General
- Express check-in/check-out
- Private check-in/check-out
- Designated smoking area
- Special diet menus - on request
- Kid meals
- Lockers
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
- Hot spring bath
- Wine/champagne
- Fruits
- Personal trainer
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Food delivered to guest room
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Access to health care professionals
- Face masks for guests available
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Security alarm
- Key card access
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Review highlights
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Based on 662 reviews
What did guests like the most
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- Cleanliness: No specific sentiment mentioned; assumed high standard for this hotel tier.
- Service: Exceptional service demonstrated by staff; personalized attention during unexpected situations.
- Location: Excellent location with great views mentioned multiple times.
- Room Quality: Rooms described as beautiful, tastefully decorated, and comfortable.
- Amenities: Amenities such as breakfast and spa experiences were highlighted positively.
- Value for Money: Slightly expensive but justifiable by the overall service and quality.
- Food and Beverage: Outstanding breakfast buffet and quality dining experience noted.
- Overall Experience: Unforgettable stay with high levels of satisfaction in every aspect.
Watch out for: Limited breakfast options when busy · High cost of some meals
✦ This sentiment is generated from 662 reviews summarized by AI.
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Good to know about Raffles Istanbul
Where is Raffles Istanbul and how far is it from the airport?
Raffles Istanbul is in Istanbul. The nearest airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), roughly 31 km away. Istanbul Airport (IST) is about 32 km away. Distances are straight-line — allow extra time for road transfers.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Raffles Istanbul?
Check-in starts from 03:00 PM. Check-out is until 12:00 PM.
Is Raffles Istanbul good for families with children?
Raffles Istanbul lists a kids' club among its facilities, which usually means supervised activities for children during the day. Check room capacity in the room list — family rooms sell out first in school holidays.
How do guests rate Raffles Istanbul?
Raffles Istanbul scores 9.8/10 from 662 verified guest reviews collected by our booking partner after real stays.
Can I see real videos of this hotel before booking?
Yes — we've curated 3 real guest videos of this hotel: room tours, pools and food filmed by travellers who stayed there. They're at the top of this page.
About the hotel
Luxurious Accommodation
Raffles Istanbul, the prestigious 5-Star Award-winning hotel by Forbes Travel Guide, offers elegant rooms with balconies and modern amenities, including free WiFi and stunning city views.
Exquisite Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at Rocca, serving delectable pasta and premium steaks, or savor Asian cuisine at Isokyo Restaurant. Unwind at Long Bar with a wide selection of drinks and light bites.
Relaxation and Wellness
Pamper yourself at Raffles Spa with massages and access to the indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and Turkish bath. Enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour fitness center and personalized services from the attentive staff.
Experience luxury and comfort at Raffles Istanbul, where every detail is designed to exceed your expectations. Book now for an unforgettable stay!
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