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Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

Name: Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul
Address: Ciragan Caddesi 32 34349, Istanbul, Turkey
Telephone: 90-212-326-4646

Istanbul's imperial waterfront hotel

VERIFIED LUXURY

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Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul combines historical imperial grandeur with a spectacular location. Formerly home to Ottoman sultans, the luxury hotel sits right on the shore of the Bosphorus, the scenic strait that divides Europe and Asia ...

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Decorated ostentatiously, the Istanbul hotel’s old-style interior architecture melds the two structures. The grandeur of the historic palace continues into the modern building with antique furniture, abundant velvet and satin upholstery, wooden paneling, ornate rugs and textiles and marble detailing.
The heated outdoor infinity pool is a must-try experience any time of year, even if it’s snowing. The edge of the water blends so seamlessly with the Bosphorus that you’ll feel as if you’re swimming right alongside the ferries and boats passing by just a few yards away.
Get pampered at The Sanitas Spa & Wellness, which offers everything from Turkish bath rituals to Ayurvedic massages. For an authentic local service, book the hammam.
Though the name conjures up an image of a smoky, dim corner, Le Fumoir (the hotel’s hookah and cigar lounge) feels more like a palace courtyard with its open-air garden setting under swaying palm trees. It’s a pleasant spot for a nightcap, even if you don’t smoke.
Check out the wall of fame to see the countless celebrities, royals and world leaders who have stayed here. Many famous guests praise the service — the experienced staff is, indeed, helpful and charming.

Things to Know

Don’t miss a visit to the gorgeous and historic Yıldız Park, especially during tulip season in April. Situated at the back of the luxury hotel, the park was formerly the royal garden of the original Çırağan Palace.
Keep in mind that the summer is the region’s high season for international travel, so nighttime river cruises and fireworks might cause some extra noise in the evenings — but that’s part of the fun in Istanbul.
Be sure to try the baklava at the hotel. Çırağan Palace has its own baklava room with baklava masters who make only this jewel-in-the-crown sweet of Turkish cuisine.
Linger longer when you take advantage of Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul's new Timeless Check-In/Check-Out service. The posh property is the first hotel in Turkey to allow you to name your expected arrival — whenever you show, you'll be whisked up to your already-prepared accommodation as soon as you set foot in the palatial lobby.
C Bar, the hotel's alfresco spot for sunset cocktails, is only open during the summer months.

The Rooms

The majority of the Istanbul hotel’s 310 rooms are in the newer building, which features an E-shaped design to provide a sea view to most of the accommodations.
All rooms in the new building have their own spacious balconies overlooking the water or the lush park. A small seating area makes it a delight to enjoy an alfresco pre-dinner or late-night drink.
Çırağan Palace also offers 20 suites in the main hotel and 11 suites in the historical palace, all of which include 24-hour butler service. The most sumptuous stay can be found in the Sultan’s Suite, with a grandiose 4,930 square feet of regally decorated space.
The amenities are generous. Marble-clad bathrooms come with Salvatore Ferragamo toiletries (Acqua di Parma items in the Sultan's Suite) and evoke a classic luxuriousness.

The Restaurants

Çırağan Palace Kempinski's newest restaurant, Rüya Istanbul, combines the warmth of Turkish hospitality with a menu that celebrates the essentials of Anatolian cuisine for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. The dishes feature locally sourced ingredients, including perfectly cooked lamb cutlets prepared in a Josper oven, in a sophisticated atmosphere.
Le Fumoir, a jewel box of a bar tucked inside the verdant palace gardens, offers an enchanting sanctuary for exceptionally crafted cocktails to sip beneath magnolia and palm trees swaying in the sea breeze.
The widely acclaimed Tuğra Restaurant is the star of the Çırağan Palace’s dining scene. Here, the past merges with the present through the menu featuring Ottoman and Turkish recipes unearthed through extensive research in palace archives. The opulent architecture – soaring ceilings, breathtaking views of the Bosphorus and gleaming marble columns – completes the spellbinding effect.
Gazebo, inspired by the Ottoman Gardens, offers an ideal venue for the hotel’s signature Afternoon Tea. Enjoy a selection of traditional Turkish sweet and savory bites while soaking in the regal atmosphere.
Bellini, situated in the historic Palace, offers exceptional Italian cuisine along with a stunning view of the Bosphorus. The menu, crafted by Sicilian chef Giovanni Vaccaro, features homemade pastas and risottos, all prepared in a designated pasta area within the Palace kitchen. The dining experience is further enhanced by a selection of cocktails, including homemade limoncello and creative variations of classic Bellinis and Negronis.

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