Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus

Istanbul, Türkiye

8.7AI score

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Is Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus good? Overview, pros and cons

Verdict: 8.7/10 (Staylist AI score). Guests praise: bosphorus views; sophisticated service; fantastic pool. Main complaint: no turndown service.

Staylist AI overview · based on 8 public guest reviews

“Bosphorus-side polish, mostly flawless”

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus earns near-universal praise: beautiful Bosphorus views, sophisticated signature service, a fantastic pool where one guest spent every day, strong restaurant service at Aqua and a helpful concierge who arranged a good tour. Reviewers in several languages call it Istanbul's best hotel. Criticism is thin: one noted the absence of a turndown preparation service, and one flagged that local inflation has pushed what the hotel asks beyond what they consider reasonable.

Rooms
No details beyond the wider property praise emerge.
Service
Sophisticated, friendly service including the concierge team.
Location
A beautiful Bosphorus-side setting guests love.
Food
Strong food and service at the Aqua restaurant.
Facilities
A fantastic pool where guests spend whole days.
Value
One guest felt high inflation makes the stay overpriced.
  • Bosphorus views
  • Sophisticated service
  • Fantastic pool
  • Liked Aqua restaurant
  • Sauna
  • Gym
  • Parking
  • No turndown service
  • Value questioned once

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How it compares

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus ranks #3 of 411 hotels Staylist lists in Istanbul and #2 of 111 5-star hotels there. At about $4,842 a night it is 2420% above the median for 5-star hotels in Istanbul ($192). The closest listed alternative is Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus, 200 m away (score 8.3).

About the hotel

Address
No: 28, Çırağan Cd., 34349 Beşiktaş, Besiktas, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34349, Türkiye
Hotel class
★★★★★ 5-star
Chain
Four Seasons
Opened
2008
Check-in / out
From 15:00 · by 12:00
Distance to centre
4.3 km
Getting there
Airport: Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (39.31 km) · Train Station: Taksim Station (3.43 km) · Metro: Yıldız (1.65 km)
Children
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.

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Amenities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Massage room
  • Gym
  • EV charging station
  • Car rentals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Taxi booking service
  • Airport drop-off
  • Conference room
  • Multi-function room
  • Business center
  • Tour and ticket booking service
  • Currency exchange
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rental
  • Laundry room
  • Parking
  • Car charging facilities
  • Valet parking

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus?
Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00.
Does Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus have a pool?
Yes: indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool.
Is there parking at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus?
Yes: parking, valet parking.
Does Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus offer an airport transfer?
Yes: airport drop-off.
What wellness facilities does Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus have?
Sauna, Spa, Massage room, Gym.
How far is Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus from the airport?
The nearest airport is Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport, about 39.31 km away.
How far is Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus from the centre of Istanbul?
About 4.3 km.
Is Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus suitable for children?
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.

$4,842 / night

Hotel information updated 2 October 2026. How Staylist scores hotels. Report a problem with this page.

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