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Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet

Istanbul, Turkey

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet

The Four Seasons in Istanbul is at the very heart of Turkish culture, both physically – it’s situated between the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque – and through the meticulous attention to detail in its interior. True to Ottoman neoclassical architecture, with arched windows, tiled panels and traditional textiles, it’s organised around a richly fragrant, shaded central garden, in the style of local residences. Once you’ve returned from exploring the Byzantine city, settle down to a meal infused with the flavours of Anatolia, before a nightcap on the terrace overlooking the Sea of Marmara. Finally, lose yourself in the vapours of the traditional hammam, before succumbing to a treatment carried out to the highest standards.

Accommodations

What we like

The sea

Views over the Sea of Marmara and the Princes’ Islands from the terraces of the Marmara Suite.

The snack

A deconstructed take on Eminönü’s famous fish sandwich on the tasting menu at Avlu.

The relaxation

A traditional Turkish hammam in a room clad entirely in marble.

Location

Address

Tevkifhane Sokak No. 1, Sultanahmet-Eminönü

34110 Istanbul, Turkey

Airport

Forty-five minutes by private car from Istanbul Airport.

Sultanahmet

Six minutes on foot from Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace.

At a glance

Public areas: free

In room: free

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