Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul
About the hotel
"One hundred years ago, a tobacco warehouse stood on the shores of the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul’s Beşiktaş region. That warehouse is now home to Shangri-La Bosphorus, one of the city’s finest hotels."
The Shangri-La’s guestrooms are some of the largest in Istanbul and come in a dizzying array of options, with choices ranging from the entry-level Deluxe Rooms to the positively palatial Shangri-La Suite. All share an air of timeless luxury, a sort of ethereal quality that’s owed largely to the ultra-light (mostly monochromatic) colour scheme. Pale curtains and lampshades match the creamy walls, and the perfect amount of colour is added by pastel carpets and dark wood furnishings. The dreaminess is heightened by floor-to-ceiling windows that throw back to reveal pretty French balconies, the best of which overlook the Bosphorus Strait. Bathrooms set in dark marble are quite the opposite of the faded bedrooms (but still lovely), and rooms are... Show more
The Shangri-La’s guestrooms are some of the largest in Istanbul and come in a dizzying array of options, with choices ranging from the entry-level Deluxe Rooms to the positively palatial Shangri-La Suite. All share an air of timeless luxury, a sort of ethereal quality that’s owed largely to the ultra-light (mostly monochromatic) colour scheme. Pale curtains and lampshades match the creamy walls, and the perfect amount of colour is added by pastel carpets and dark wood furnishings. The dreaminess is heightened by floor-to-ceiling windows that throw back to reveal pretty French balconies, the best of which overlook the Bosphorus Strait. Bathrooms set in dark marble are quite the opposite of the faded bedrooms (but still lovely), and rooms are well-appointed in every way – Nespresso machines included.
The hotel’s signature restaurant Shang Palace serves authentic Cantonese cuisine in an attractive and ambient dining room – be sure to go at least once for lunch or dinner. The hotel’s other restaurant, IST TOO, offers a magnificent array of international delicacies both indoors and out. Dine in the stylish dining room or out on the terrace – the only trouble here is deciding what to order on a menu that has everything from sushi to pasta to traditional Turkish fare. You’ll have two spots to choose from for a post-prandial drink: the first is the delightful Lobby Lounge, which is designed to resemble a particularly elegant tearoom and has a fairy-tale-esque feel about it. Le Bar is a darker, more contemporary option that’s both sophisticated and artsy – and a great spot for tapas.
The East-meets-West appeal that characterises the hotel continues on in the indulgent spa, where you’ll find invigorating hammams alongside a comprehensive treatment menu. There’s also two indoor pools, one of which is large enough to swim laps in (the other is for children) as well as a reasonably well-equipped gymnasium that ensures guests can keep active during their stays.
Hotel amenities
The Shangri-La’s guestrooms are some of the largest in Istanbul and come in a... Show more
The Shangri-La’s guestrooms are some of the largest in Istanbul and come in a dizzying array of options, with choices ranging from the entry-level Deluxe Rooms to the positively palatial Shangri-La Suite. All share an air of timeless luxury, a sort of ethereal quality that’s owed largely to the ultra-light (mostly monochromatic) colour scheme. Pale curtains and lampshades match the creamy walls, and the perfect amount of colour is added by pastel carpets and dark wood furnishings. The dreaminess is heightened by floor-to-ceiling windows that throw back to reveal pretty French balconies, the best of which overlook the Bosphorus Strait. Bathrooms set in dark marble are quite the opposite of the faded bedrooms (but still lovely), and rooms are well-appointed in every way – Nespresso machines included.
The hotel’s signature restaurant Shang Palace serves authentic Cantonese cuisine in an attractive and ambient dining room – be sure to go at least once for lunch or dinner. The hotel’s other restaurant, IST TOO, offers a magnificent array of international delicacies both indoors and out. Dine in the stylish dining room or out on the terrace – the only trouble here is deciding what to order on a menu that has everything from sushi to pasta to traditional Turkish fare. You’ll have two spots to choose from for a post-prandial drink: the first is the delightful Lobby Lounge, which is designed to resemble a particularly elegant tearoom and has a fairy-tale-esque feel about it. Le Bar is a darker, more contemporary option that’s both sophisticated and artsy – and a great spot for tapas.
The East-meets-West appeal that characterises the hotel continues on in the indulgent spa, where you’ll find invigorating hammams alongside a comprehensive treatment menu. There’s also two indoor pools, one of which is large enough to swim laps in (the other is for children) as well as a reasonably well-equipped gymnasium that ensures guests can keep active during their stays.
Hotel amenities
Room types
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Deluxe Room King
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50 m² / 538 ft²
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King bed
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Courtyard view
Located on levels 1 through 5, the Deluxe Rooms overlook the inner atrium of the hotel and are bathed in soft blue accents that evoke the soothing nature of the Bosphorus Strait.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 470Total 1 night Price per night € 470Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Deluxe Room Twin
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50 m² / 538 ft²
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Twin/single bed
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Courtyard view
Located on levels 1 through 5, our Deluxe Rooms overlook the inner atrium of the hotel and are bathed in soft blue accents that evoke the soothing nature of the Bosphorus Strait.
50 sqm / 538 sqf of soothing luxury.
Floor-to-ceiling windows or a French balcony overlooking the inner atrium.
Large marble-clad master bathroom with separate rain shower and bathtub, mirror-embedded television and heated floors.
Premium toiletries
300-threadcount bed linens
Plush bathrobe and slippers
Iron and ironing board
Media & Entertainment
40-inch LCD satellite television with in-house movie channels
19-inch television embedded in the bathroom mirror
Bedside table copy of James Hilton's 'Lost Horizon' novel
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 470Total 1 night Price per night € 470Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Deluxe City Room King
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42 m² / 452 ft²
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King bed
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City view
Located on levels 1 through 5, the Deluxe City Rooms feature luxurious furnishings and generous floor plans, complemented by superb views of Istanbul’s iconic cityscape.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 510Total 1 night Price per night € 510Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Deluxe City Room Twin
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42 m² / 452 ft²
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Twin/single bed
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City view
Located on levels 1 through 5, the Deluxe City Rooms feature luxurious furnishings and generous floor plans, complemented by superb views of Istanbul’s iconic cityscape.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 510Total 1 night Price per night € 510Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Deluxe Bosphorus Room King
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42 m² / 452 ft²
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King bed
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Various views
Located on levels 1 through 4, the Deluxe Bosphorus Rooms feature modern décor complemented by partial views of the legendary Bosphorus Strait from floor-to-ceiling windows.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 554Total 1 night Price per night € 554Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Deluxe Bosphorus Room Twin
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42 m² / 452 ft²
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Twin/single bed
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Various views
Our Deluxe Bosphorus Rooms provide a sleek sanctuary with partial views of the legendary Bosphorus Strait from floor-to-ceiling windows.
42 - 60 sqm / 452 - 646 sqf of scenic luxury.
Partial views of the Bosphorus Strait.
Large marble-clad master bathroom with a rain shower and/or bathtub, mirror-embedded television and heated floors.Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 554Total 1 night Price per night € 554Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Premier Bosphorus Room King
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42 m² / 452 ft²
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King bed
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Water view
Located on levels 1 through 4, the Premier Bosphorus Rooms are accentuated by soothing cool tones with plush fabrics and offer generous views of the picturesque strait from floor-to-ceiling windows.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 778Total 1 night Price per night € 778Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Premier Bosphorus Room Twin
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42 m² / 452 ft²
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Twin/single bed
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Water view
Located on levels 1 through 4, our Premier Bosphorus Rooms are accentuated by soothing cool tones with plush fabrics and offer generous views of the picturesque strait from floor-to-ceiling windows.
42 - 60 sqm / 452 - 646 sqf of stylish luxury.
Sweeping views of the Bosphorus Strait from floor-to-ceiling windows.
Large marble-clad master bathroom with a rain shower or bathtub, mirror-embedded television and heated floors.Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 778Total 1 night Price per night € 778Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Terrace Bosphorus Room
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42 m² / 452 ft²
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King bed
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Various views
Located exclusively on level 5, the Terrace Bosphorus Room opens to a private terrace with partial views of the Bosphorus Strait and highlight the spectacular silhouette of the old city.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 935Total 1 night Price per night € 935Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Executive Suite
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60 m² / 646 ft²
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King bed
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Various views
Located on levels 1 through 4, the Executive Suites offer guests ample space with a separate living room and provide partial views of the majestic Bosphorus Strait.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 1,008Total 1 night Price per night € 1,008Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Terrace Junior Suite
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42 m² / 452 ft²
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King bed
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Water view
Located exclusively on level 5, the Terrace Junior Suites feature luxurious furnishings that provide for a soothing stay, while a private terrace offers guests unobstructed views of the Bosphorus Strait.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 1,210Total 1 night Price per night € 1,210Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Bosphorus Duplex Suite
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85 m² / 915 ft²
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King bed
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City view
The Duplex Suites provide a unique stay across two levels of living space, with the master bedroom intimately located on the upper floor. The living and dining area on the lower level features a private terrace, while double-height windows unlock awe-inspiring views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Maiden’s Tower (Kız Kulesi) and the Old City.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 1,310Total 1 night Price per night € 1,310Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Executive Bosphorus Suite
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100 m² / 1,076 ft²
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King bed
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Various views
Located exclusively on level 5, the Executive Bosphorus Suites include a separate living room and features two private terraces - one facing the city and the other looking out to the legendary strait.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 1,361Total 1 night Price per night € 1,361Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Deluxe Bosphorus Suite
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110 m² / 1,184 ft²
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King bed
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Water view
Located on the corners of 3rd and 4th floors, the Deluxe Bosphorus Suites offer the luxury of abundant space with stunning panoramic views of the majestic Bosphorus Strait. Each suite offers a separate living room and guest bathroom for entertaining others or holding an intimate meeting, along with exclusive privileges including luxury return airport transfers by Rolls-Royce.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 1,870Total 1 night Price per night € 1,870Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Barbaros Suite
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180 m² / 1,938 ft²
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King bed
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Various views
Exclusively located on the 6th floor, our Barbaros Suites provide guests with inspiring views in a luxurious, neoclassical setting accented by Chinoiserie décor. Each suite includes full living and dining areas along with two large balconies set up for al-fresco dining – one facing the city and the other overlooking the spectacular Bosphorus Strait.
Lowest rate
Most affordable
€ 2,246Total 1 night Price per night € 2,246Benefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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Shangri-La Suite
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366 m² / 3,940 ft²
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King bed
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Water view
Occupying almost half of the hotel’s top floor, our Shangri-La Suite is the perfect blend of palatial Ottoman elegance and Asian design elements. With two en-suite bedrooms, a spacious living room and lavish dining room, this suite is well suited for families or groups of friends travelling together. Three private balconies provide a 180-degree view of the Bosphorus Strait and all of Istanbul’s seven silhouettes, while exclusive privileges like return airport transfers courtesy of Rolls-Royce and a full Turkish breakfast served in your suite ensure an ultra-luxurious stay.
366 sqm / 3,940 sqf of unparalled luxury.
Three private balconies offering 180-degree views of the Bosphorus and Istanbul's seven silhouettes.
Two luxurious en-suite bedrooms, full living room with guest bathroom and separate dining room.
Two spacious marble-clad bathrooms with walk-in shower, separate deep-soaking bathtub, mirror-embedded television and heated floors.
Choice of return airport transfers or a bespoke city tour in a chauffeured Rolls-Royce.
An exclusive full Turkish breakfast experience served in your suite (once per stay).
Lowest rate
Most affordable
Room not available – minimum stay requirements may applyBenefits included:ASMALLWORLD VIPAll our benefits
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