House Hotel Bosphorus

Historical glamour and contemporary design meet in this five-story Ottoman mansion turned boutique hotel located at the foot of the Bosphorus bridge. Spacious rooms furnished by design firm Autoban—three-quarters of which boast sweeping water and peninsula views—feature polished walnut plank floors complemented by original timber doors and windows. The baths are clad in marble and adorned with minimalist brass fixtures. Guests wishing to avoid Istanbul's notorious traffic can opt for airport transfer by boat, which allows for a truly unique view of the city.