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Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus
A Beşiktaş high-rise offering plush bedding, Turkish bath style showers, and panoramic Bosphorus bridge vistas.
Exceptional · Deep coverage · read from 29 sources · 242 traveler insights
96
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Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus provides upscale lodging situated between the lively Beşiktaş district and Yildiz palace grounds. The property earns praise for its plush bedding, miniature Turkish bath shower setups, and friendly service with flexible check-in times. However, reviewers report hallway noise from morning vacuuming, spotty in-room Wi-Fi connections, and expensive minibar drinks. 51166
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What travelers noticed
- Guests consistently praise the sleep quality, highlighting plush king-size mattresses, covers of good thickness, and plush pillows. 166
- Bathrooms are well received for their ample counter space, separate toilet areas, and miniature hammam features with soaking tubs and rain showers. 12523
- Rooms are equipped with Nespresso coffee machines, electric kettles, and outdoor terraces with heat lamps. 4
- Reviewers frequently describe the hotel staff as attentive and welcoming throughout their stay. 2
The catch
- While some guests enjoy panoramic vistas of the Bosphorus bridge and illuminated mosque from upper floors, others note their paid Bosphorus view was oblique or confined to a far corner. 151017
- Some visitors praise the extensive restaurant breakfast spread and omelet station, whereas others find executive lounge food options underwhelming and note trouble finding a clean table. 16925
Who it's for
- — Travelers exploring Beşiktaş nightlife
- — Guests seeking plush bedding and Turkish bath style tubs
- — Visitors wanting flexible check-in times
Skip it if
- — Light sleepers sensitive to morning vacuuming noise in the hallway
- — Guests expecting guaranteed direct Bosphorus views from all view rooms
- — Budget travelers avoiding expensive minibar pricing
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24 moments · 5 videos · Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus
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“and what do you do with your colleagues in the meantime of course you send them out onto the terrace which is sufficient…”
youtube.com3:36“sure you can go to a restaurant but what place would have more flair and be more romantic than your own terrace on the 1…”
youtube.com14:03“in terms of the sort of the kind of amenities so we've got shampoo we've got conditioner and we've got some bath gel so…”
youtube.com3:48“service has been great so everywhere we've been whether it be in the lounge or in the hotel reception the lady who welco…”
youtube.com10:13“flat screen LCD TV nice nice bed can we just get Lisa tested”
youtube.com6:05“when we asked at the front desk to get it and told them our room number it was a matter of minutes before the bear arriv…”
youtube.com4:28“so you order the dinner at the room service and have everything delivered to the terrace i don't have to say that everyt…”
youtube.com14:15“well hey you know if you get peckish you've got snickers and toblerones and nest fit like a crunchy bar so yeah so that'…”
youtube.com1:28“a modern and elegantly designed Turkish bath where water meets Health attracts attention as a traditional and cultural a…”
youtube.com0:40“so we have the main bathroom okay so this is off the off the bedroom nice big bath standalone bath which is amazing all…”
youtube.com3:10“the conrad is located in bashiktash on a hill and offers therefore a great position for amazing views onto the bosphorus…”
youtube.com0:39“look at this this is boss first I have a boss first View and in a some View and this is my living room I have a living r…”
youtube.com1:14“some impressions from the breakfast location in the restaurant on the first floor are still to come it was a surf buffet…”
youtube.com14:48“look at how scenic the hotel's location really is you can see when you visit church's most stunning palace the dome Abac…”
youtube.com1:37“in a further separate there is still the toilet with the day nothing spectacular here but enough space for your privacy…”
youtube.com9:57“and then oh my God balcony heater I have a balcony heater God and a balcony light awesome and let me show you my balcony”
youtube.com1:00“and finally it is time to go sleeping and from your bed you can enjoy the last time this astonishing view onto the illum…”
youtube.com14:28“however sixth i worked really well for us and the staff in there were very attentive and really nice as well”
youtube.com10:58“the the food and the drinks in the hotel are really really reasonable often if you go to places where the cost of living…”
youtube.com11:53“this little area here looks like miniature hammam or Turkish bath with a rain shower which is really cool and a bathtub…”
youtube.com5:00“and I love this our own espresso machine that came in handy some you know just coffee cups and cutlery and all that”
youtube.com6:24“there is also a bathtub in addition to the shower with a jacuzzi function of course it offers a lot of space also for tw…”
youtube.com8:42“thrilled with the room so the suite has been fantastic as you saw in the video we had a great view as well yeah yeah so…”
youtube.com10:04“and finally on the side opposite the gas toilet quite generous in size and with a wash basin”
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Score breakdown
How the 96/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
95read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “gorgeousness master bathroom cool stuff this is also a shower this is a shower I have showering section with a bathtub I love this place” 3
- “It comes with a spectacular shower space. It is something like the usual Japanese configuration with the tub in the shower room too. Water pressure and temperature control are excellent. The tub is also spacious. I had an amazing shower every single night.” 4
Food
92read from 15 sources · Deep coverage
- “The Intercontinental for me. Breakfast probably the best spread I have ever seen in a hotel” 15
- “Top tip they have some wonderful smoked salmon on request from the hot food station, it's not advertised, but I spotted someone else with a plate and didn't regret ordering it. This is right up there with the very best breakfasts I've ever had in terms of quality and choice.” 23
Location
91read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “Whether you're traveling here for a big business trip or you're finally taking that long-awaited leisure vacation, the location is unbeatable. You are incredibly close to all the historical landmarks and the lively culture that makes Istanbul so famous.” 18
- “Hagia Sofia mansions if cost is not a problem. Can't beat the location.” 15
Noise
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Room
91read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “The view is undoubtedly the best aspect and the highlight of this room. It comes with a good view of the bridge, waters and the mountains in the background. This is a great sight in the evening too.” 6
- “thrilled with the room so the suite has been fantastic as you saw in the video we had a great view as well yeah yeah so room wise massive tick in the box for us” 210:04
Service
94read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “hello so this is the best upgrade I've gotten so far I have to show this okay and it is so amazing I have like two rooms just for myself two toilets and I'm like one person safe cuz I'm H and Diamond they love me” 30:00
- “What I absolutely love about this hotel is how thoughtful they are with their guests. They offer flexible check-in and check-out times to make sure your stay feels relaxed and personalized, not rushed.” 18
Bed & Sleep
94read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “Coming back to the middle of the room itself. You can find the plush king-size bed, bedding and mattress are top-notch and high-quality. I am always a huge fan of Conrad's bedding. They are super smooth.” 6
- “Bed was comfortable - covers of good thickness (not too thin, not too thick), just-right / slightly-plush mattress, plush pillows” 16
Value
89read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “awesome views from here guys and it's snowing I'm saying there's the city's amazing and despite the fact that we went to one of the city's most expensive restaurants right by the Bosphorus the night before the view from here is still better than most views I've seen so far” 18:32
- “It really is a super property though with incredible staff, great food, a brilliant spa and an absolutely superb executive lounge. Considering the prices they normally charge, it's always terrific value.” 23
Where it is, how to reach it
Saray Cd No: 5 Cihannuma Mah
Istanbul, Türkiye
34353 Europe
Details checked 2026-08-24
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Punches above its peers
Beats what $$ usually buys
Scores 7 points above the mid-range median of 89, across 494 hotels in the same bracket. In Istanbul it sits 1 point above the local median of 95.
Price bracket
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- This hotel
- 96
- Bracket median
- 89
- Index median
- 90
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Value
59
Service
58
Food
52
Location
51
Room
50
Bathroom
28
Noise
15
Bed & Sleep
7
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Room41 mentions · 9 filmed
- “and what do you do with your colleagues in the meantime of course you send them out onto the terrace which is sufficiently large for 15 to 20 people” On camera103:36
- “sure you can go to a restaurant but what place would have more flair and be more romantic than your own terrace on the 10th floor in the clear view over istanbul” On camera1014:03
- “It comes with two couches as well as a sofa set that can be converted into a double bed if you require it. There is a television mounted on the wall. It comes with a good number of both local and international cable channels. I did feel like the size was a little bit too small for the room itself.” 4
- “The Wi-Fi connection in the room was decent but can get spotty at times.” 6
- “well hey you know if you get peckish you've got snickers and toblerones and nest fit like a crunchy bar so yeah so that's all good you know i mean i'm already in love with this nespresso machine amazing” On camera21:28
- “(When our server noted I wasn't feeling up to par, she brought me a pot of hot water done Turkish style with lemon, mint and sliced ginger. She also sent a second pot to my room.)” 17
- “and then you come into the bedroom okay all right so here nice big bed it's great nice comfy shades long thing again flat screen tv loads of storage etc etc” 2
- “My own Bosphorus Suite was an elegant, neutrally decorated two-room affair with gorgeous picture windows from which to take in the panoramic 14th-floor views.” 5
- “While you may not spend the entire day in your room, returning home in the evening and enjoying a drink while gazing at the Bosphorus is truly a delightful experience-one of life's simple pleasures.” 25
- “The suite was a very nice place to relax and despite an unfortunate view of the rear of the hotel yard, I really couldn't fault the very pleasant sitting room, which was designed to double as an extra bedroom with a sofa bed, large second bathroom, Nespresso machine, with non branded pods, but to be fair these were delicious and nicer than many of the Nespresso branded ones in my view.” 23
- “Below it is a shelf where we can find a minibar set up. It is well equipped with both a kettle, a Nespresso coffee machine and a fully stocked mini fridge below too.” 4
- “At check-in I was promised a Diamond member amenity, and told this would be immediately moved from the room they had me booked into my upgraded suite. This didn't happen, and after several hours I asked the front desk and a fruit platter was swiftly delivered, just a shame I had to chase it up.” 23
- “look at this this is boss first I have a boss first View and in a some View and this is my living room I have a living room study section” On camera31:14
- “and then oh my God balcony heater I have a balcony heater God and a balcony light awesome and let me show you my balcony” On camera31:00
- “and finally it is time to go sleeping and from your bed you can enjoy the last time this astonishing view onto the illuminated chum lecha mosque and the bosphorus bridge” On camera1014:28
- “A couple of days out of my arrival, I also got an automated upgrade to a Park Suite which is one of the highest category available for diamond members. Elite treatment is amazing here.” 4
- “Unfortunately, the Lounge is located on the first floor and doesn't offer many views. However, the decor is pleasant and the size is appropriate.” 25
- “The wifi connection in the room is very good and strong.” 4
- “thrilled with the room so the suite has been fantastic as you saw in the video we had a great view as well yeah yeah so room wise massive tick in the box for us” On camera210:04
- “They have another chair and coffee table just by the window area. This faces the amazing Bosphorus view which is the key of this room. While the concept is nice and it allows you to soak in the view. The placement of the furniture is kind of weird and gets in the way.” 6
- “The styling in the room is traditional, but I found it pleasant” 16
- “The lounge was large and had a fantastic open-air terrace over the entranceway to the hotel with pleasant views of the park opposite.” 23
- “Only wierd thing about it is if you get a "balcony room" as I opted for, you only have a view when standing and looking over the concrete wall. Seated you can't see anything.” 15
- “I also love that they had this outdoor terrace area overlooking the surrounding area and Bosphorus. They have heat lamps which makes it comfortable even in the colder season.” 4
- “basically the smallest room in the suite the terrace and even the bathroom are larger but you have everything here you need a small table a sofa a very comfortable bed” 10
- “The desk chair and small green chair were both comfortable” 16
- “My room in this luxury hotel in Istanbul was relatively small. I would estimate around 25 square meters (270 sq feet), which is rather small for a Conrad hotel in my opinion.” 25
- “The room is decorated with high-quality materials and has a pleasant design that creates a cozy atmosphere.” 25
- “when we asked at the front desk to get it and told them our room number it was a matter of minutes before the bear arrived safely in our room thanks for that we really appreciate it” On camera104:28
- “The bedroom comes with a lovely 90-degree view of the surrounding area. You can even get a slight view of the Bosphorus in the for corner.” 4
- “The view is undoubtedly the best aspect and the highlight of this room. It comes with a good view of the bridge, waters and the mountains in the background. This is a great sight in the evening too.” 6
- “U-shape of the building means the Bosphorus view rooms on my end of the building look into other rooms as well as the window for the elevator lobby” 16
- “My personal favorite feature is the spacious terrace, although it can be a bit noisy at times due to the Road below.” 25
- “The living room is separated from the bedroom by a sliding door. I do love this configuration as it allows you to have a separate space when needed.” 4
- “And while my suite didn't offer any private outdoor space of its own (a surprising rarity among the city's luxury hotels), it was just seconds from the Summit Bar & Terrace - widely regarded as one of the best rooftop restaurants in Istanbul.” 5
- “Do check out my review of the Family Suite. It does feel slightly dated and they can do with a little makeover soon.” 6
- “The room we had was very nice -- something on the order of a junior suite.” 21
- “Amazing views from the hotel's upper levels - The Summit Bar and Terrace on the14th floor and event spaces on the 15th floor - include these enriching venues and the Bosphorus Strait.” 17
- “Next to it is the working desk. It is of a good size and power outlets are within reach.” 4
- “It comes with plenty of hangers in the cabinet and an ironing kit here. This suite is spacious and good for 4 pax with a sofa bed in the living room.” 4
- “so let me do a quick kind of amenities thing so minibar here which is very well stocked you know you know literally you can have a real party with this tonight you know what i mean” On camera21:15
Bathroom22 mentions · 7 filmed
- “The main bathroom over here is the bigger of the two. It comes with plenty of counter space and a single sink. Everything is generously provided from dental kits to mouthwash. Amenities are in large pump-size bottles from Byredo. This is one of the nicest aspects of the room.” 4
- “in terms of the sort of the kind of amenities so we've got shampoo we've got conditioner and we've got some bath gel so yeah so it's a really nice bathroom mesh i quite like it i love the double sink you know it's not gonna feel crowded you know” On camera23:48
- “a modern and elegantly designed Turkish bath where water meets Health attracts attention as a traditional and cultural asset” On camera70:40
- “so we have the main bathroom okay so this is off the off the bedroom nice big bath standalone bath which is amazing all right rain shower beautiful all right” On camera23:10
- “The master bathroom was equally lovely with a wet room off the left of the toilet, and large sink area with a nice tub, rain shower, and waterfall shower with marble seat.” 23
- “The bathroom, which is decorated with white marble, is pretty nice and the white marble makes the compact bathroom appear more spacious.” 25
- “Working 115 V shaver charger in the bathroom - my toothbrush was so excited” 16
- “The bathroom only comes with a standing shower. The showering space is spacious and I love that they had multiple taps and shower heads in the space.” 4
- “in a further separate there is still the toilet with the day nothing spectacular here but enough space for your privacy moments” On camera109:57
- “next highlight the walk-in shower here you find a normal shower head on the wall a rain shower on the ceiling and you won't believe it a waterfall shower on the other wall you have enough space for two people” 10
- “The bathroom is of a good size and handy if you have 4 adults staying here. It is well equipped with all sorts of amenities and as per usual they are from Byredo in large pump-size bottles.” 4
- “Alongside the sink and toilet in the first part of the bathroom, there is a separate wet room with a shower featuring two shower heads with good water pressure and a pleasantly large bathtub.” 25
- “there is also a bathtub in addition to the shower with a jacuzzi function of course it offers a lot of space also for two people and is a little elevated in the room the water is supplied from a tap that stands freely in the room and is therefore another impressive design element” On camera108:42
- “and finally on the side opposite the gas toilet quite generous in size and with a wash basin” On camera1012:12
- “Shower pressure from the wand head was quite nice, and despite the non-circular arrangement of the water holes, I found this completely good for a comfortable shower when placed in the higher holder” 16
- “I love the set-up over here where the design has them all in the showering room. This allows you to get from the tub to the shower easily without water getting all over the place. The water pressure and temperature control are excellent.” 6
- “The family suite does not look as great as the regular suites (too much carpet) but it had two full bathrooms, one with a shower and bath, and one with a shower only.” 16
- “The water pressure and temperature control are amazing. There is a total of 3 kinds of shower heads.” 4
- “this little area here looks like miniature hammam or Turkish bath with a rain shower which is really cool and a bathtub you can sit there and do some scrubbing and like a mean waterfall there that's pretty cool the bathroom is eight I really like it” On camera15:00
- “gorgeousness master bathroom cool stuff this is also a shower this is a shower I have showering section with a bathtub I love this place” 3
- “It comes with a spectacular shower space. It is something like the usual Japanese configuration with the tub in the shower room too. Water pressure and temperature control are excellent. The tub is also spacious. I had an amazing shower every single night.” 4
- “On the other side of the entranceway is the bathroom. It is well-designed with a single sink and plenty of counter space. It is equipped with all sorts of amenities and toiletries.” 6
Food33 mentions · 6 filmed
- “The Intercontinental for me. Breakfast probably the best spread I have ever seen in a hotel” 15
- “so you order the dinner at the room service and have everything delivered to the terrace i don't have to say that everything was super delicious” On camera1014:15
- “The breakfast is great, if insanely busy, so I would often go to the EL.” 9
- “The executive lounge had great offerings and I was able to fill up for dinner and dessert and also have a few Turkish beers.” 9
- “I wish they could improve on the hot items and offer barista-made coffee. This is the go-to hotel over here in Istanbul. I had a very comfortable stay here. Elite treatment is excellent here.” 4
- “A generous Ottoman-style breakfast buffet features extravagant buffet stations laden with cured meats, smoked fish, fresh cheese, fruits galore, sweet butter, fresh preserves and honey.” 17
- “And because your stay includes delicious breakfast and dinner, you can truly focus on relaxing without worrying about where your next meal is coming from.” 18
- “Moving on to the hot food, there is a selection of both Turkish and international items. You can find some pictures over here. I did find the aspect a little lacking. There wasn't even anything like turkey bacon or chicken sausages.” 4
- “They have also cheapened the breakfast experience. For example, they only gave me two slices of sucuk when I asked them. On previous stays, I used to get a full plate (7-8 slices). I complained to a supervisor and the next day, they gave me 3 slices but this time they cut them in half to fool me.” 9
- “On one occasion, during a 6-hour work stint, the staff surprised me with a "Light Dinner Buffet" While I anticipated something like French fries, they had an open buffet with a spread of hot dishes like rice, meatballs, salmon, potatoes, and vegetables - a delightful surprise.” 25
- “Really delicious afternoon tea desserts with some delicious caramel sauce” 16
- “Breakfast the following morning was extremely impressive, this was included in my Impresario rate, and was a massive step up from the lounge offering which while perfectly fine, isn't really wow.” 23
- “Top tip they have some wonderful smoked salmon on request from the hot food station, it's not advertised, but I spotted someone else with a plate and didn't regret ordering it. This is right up there with the very best breakfasts I've ever had in terms of quality and choice.” 23
- “A finishing touch that did little to give it a sophisticated look, I'm just glad it tasted much better than it looked! There is also a sushi bar in this restaurant and on the second night had some very respectable sushi rolls.” 23
- “Definitely more choices in the restaurant (I did look at the lounge) - especially the omelet station - but it did seem like finding a clean table was a bit hard for some parties after I had sat down” 16
- “Breakfast in my 2022 stays was far superior to the more limited buffet in 2020 during covid.” 16
- “some impressions from the breakfast location in the restaurant on the first floor are still to come it was a surf buffet the selection might have been a little smaller than in former times but it still was very large and you had everything from cold cuts to hot meals and from salty to sweet” On camera1014:48
- “I ordered the Grilled Nordic Salmon for dinner, again this was a case of something tasting much nicer than it looked, it was really moist and flavourful, a great choice, and again excellent value at 118 TL.” 23
- “Keen to make use of my credit, I wandered up to the rooftop bar and restaurant, as it was cool evening, the open area was covered over with an awning style surround, with the windows blocked out, which was a bit of a shame, however, on the second night these were open so at least there were some lovely rooftop views.” 23
- “I forgot to mention 2 other issues this time. It took them 2 hours and a change to bring the bags to the room; and the food at the executive lounge was terrible this time. On all days, one of the 3 main dishes was pasta.” 9
- “Breakfast is buffet style and served from 6.30am to 11am daily. The long hours will come in handy. Service is excellent at the restaurant. Upon arrival, I was ushered to a table and the staff then came over to get drinks orders and to introduce themself.” 4
- “and I love this our own espresso machine that came in handy some you know just coffee cups and cutlery and all that” On camera16:24
- “Book a room with Executive Lounge privileges to enjoy an impressive breakfast that includes fresh bread and pastries as well as Turkish and international morning fare.” 14
- “The food was of a very high standard, the cocktails weren't up to the same standard you would get in London or New York, but were nonetheless tasty and very keenly priced.” 23
- “The furnishings are of high quality, the rooms are cozy, the Executive Lounge offers attractive seating and at least a good buffet in the morning and evening, the breakfast options in the restaurant are great, and the recreational facilities are great for a city hotel.” 25
- “First up, right in the middle, you have these little individual containers of fresh juices. There is a selection of honey, cheese, yoghurts, jams, fruits, nuts and pastries. Everything looks so fresh and good. They even had a whole honeycomb.” 4
- “the conrad offers fully renovated guestrooms and suites and the best breakfast we've had in europe ever” On camera11:17
- “the conrad offers fully renovated guestrooms and suites and the best breakfast we've had in europe ever it also offers some of the best views of the city” On camera11:17
- “gastronomical riches in world famous hotels turn dining experiences into a very special culinary Journey by combining food with Superior Service quality” On camera71:22
- “In reality, however, what the Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus does offer visitors on its doorstep is the lively nightlife of Beşiktaş (think of it as the Soho of Istanbul), the trendy bars and restaurants of Akaretler (Shoreditch) and the vast green space of Yildiz Park (Hyde Park).” 5
- “I did come back in time for evening cocktails on my second night. The selections are quite good and can be a light dinner refreshment.” 4
- “The breakfast at Conrad Istanbul is amazing, featuring an extensive open buffet with a wide variety of options, including Turkish Delight, baklava, and other traditional Turkish desserts and snacks.” 25
- “I got room service on the first night after arrival since we were too tired to travel. We got the Grilled Salmon to share which cost around 755 TYR. The food was delivered within 30 minutes and piping hot. It also came with a bread basket. The portion was healthy.” 4
Location20 mentions · 2 filmed
- “Another vote for the Doubltree Sirkeci as a reasonable choice. 15-30 mins walk to almost everything, subway station behind it (if you can find the entrance) some good restaurants opposite and around the area and a deceent bazaar close by. Service is good.” 15
- “The Mansions had beautiful rooms, incredible location for Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosque, and the staff was awesome.” 9
- “Last couple of stays have been at the Pera Palace. Much prefer the location.” 15
- “The hotel's unbeatable location makes it easy to immerse yourself in the city with the exquisite Dolmabahçe and Yildiz palaces and the beautiful Bosphorus shore all nearby.” 14
- “Whether you're traveling here for a big business trip or you're finally taking that long-awaited leisure vacation, the location is unbeatable. You are incredibly close to all the historical landmarks and the lively culture that makes Istanbul so famous.” 18
- “The location may not be that ideal but Istanbul is a huge city. You need to have transport to get around. Taxis are very affordable over here and I mainly rely on it to get around.” 4
- “The hotel's location provides easy access to some of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks, such as the Dolmabahçe Palace and Taksim Square. Additionally, the hotel is within close proximity to public transportation, making it easy to explore the city further.” 25
- “Maslak has a great benefit. A metro station 2-3 mins walk away. You can get to IST with a change of station if you don't have lots of luggage and a free shuttle to Istinye mall.” 9
- “the conrad is located in bashiktash on a hill and offers therefore a great position for amazing views onto the bosphorus and the bosphorus bridge” On camera100:39
- “Ideally located for business and leisure travellers, the hotel is only forty three kilometres from Istanbul Airport.” 20
- “look at how scenic the hotel's location really is you can see when you visit church's most stunning palace the dome Abacha palace” On camera11:37
- “Hagia Sofia mansions if cost is not a problem. Can't beat the location.” 15
- “One slight drawback of Conrad Istanbul is its location uphill, which may be a bit of an inconvenience if you are walking back to the hotel after a long and tiring day. Specifically, the 5-10 minute walk from Besiktas pier to the hotel can be a bit of a buzzkill.” 25
- “Unfortunately, the Lounge is located on the first floor and doesn't offer many views.” 25
- “The magnificent hilltop setting is adjacent to a park in the vibrant Besiktas neighborhood, known as much for its football team, club and stadium as its thriving business and shopping streets and iconic destinations, including the luxe waterside Dolmabahce Palace and new Ataturk Cultural Center.” 17
- “Maslak has a great benefit. A metro station 2-3 mins walk away.” 9
- “Stayed a number of times in Sultanahmet in small local hotels. Last couple of stays have been at the Pera Palace. Much prefer the location.” 15
- “Certainly a lot of the main sights are in the old town, however if you're only in town for a day the Conrad isn't a bad choice. It's relatively well positioned from the airport, there are some perfectly good sights that are closer to the hotel (e.g. Dolmabahce Palace) that would occupy you for a day out, and there aren't many comparable accommodation options in the old town anyway.” 29
- “Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus is in Besiktas and conveniently located near iconic landmarks such as the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Navigating through public transport might pose a slight challenge.” 25
- “I stayed at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci. It's a short walk to Hagia Sophia, the Basilica cistern, Blue Mosque and is close to Gulhane park which is a nice peaceful park. Service was excellent there and there are plenty of places to eat nearby - I ate at the restaaurant directly across the street a couple of times and had great meals.” 15
Service31 mentions · 3 filmed
- “service has been great so everywhere we've been whether it be in the lounge or in the hotel reception the lady who welcomed us in in the reception she was lovely” On camera210:13
- “Instead, I went over to the Executive Lounge to check in where I was immediately helped to. I was helped by a friendly associate at the lounge who reconfirmed everything.” 6
- “Stayed at Mavi Ev (The Blue House)a few years ago - excellent location, friendly, helpful staff, nice rooms, great rooftop terrace.” 21
- “Conrad Istanbul : r/Hilton This was my go-to when visiting Istanbul. This was my go-to when visiting Istanbul. They are still good, but not Conrad good; and the service has gone downhill since my last visit in Sep 2024.” 9
- “In light of these experiences, Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus truly deserves the credit for its exceptional breakfast and the delightful staff who consistently went above and beyond to assist.” 25
- “I have stayed at the Ritz, and the only thing it does not have is access to the old town. It does have stunning views of the Bosphorus, however, lovely rooms, good food, helpful staff and a great hamman, spa and pool area.” 21
- “However when I said I had just checked in today the staff member in the lounge insisted on making me a gin and tonic outside of normal hours, very nice touch, and really illustrates how eager the staff are to be helpful.” 23
- “What a place to celebrate my 60th night! I love the team for going out of the way.” 6
- “Pera Palace is also very nice. We have stayed in cheap and cheerful that I wouldn't recommend and the IC which treated us well but I don't recommend the area for a first time visit.” 15
- “It was good that they were proactive at trying to resolve the lack of upgrade, but really poor that other guests had been upgraded and somehow my booked had been excluded.” 23
- “The lounge is a lovely space and is designed with a residential vibe. The space is not overly huge but it never gets that crowded. Service is excellent and polished. The staff would immediately come over to offer drinks and have small conversations.” 4
- “Mac and cheese at evening service was really tasty” 16
- “The Mansions had beautiful rooms, incredible location for Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosque, and the staff was awesome.” 9
- “The service here rivaled that of Grosvenor House in Dubai - I could barely take a sip of any beverage without my glass being refilled” 16
- “all the towels are sealed all right for cleanliness for freshness for safety all right so that's really reassuring i think for people that are worried about you know the virus and worried about how clean these rooms are very clean clearly they're very disinfectanted et cetera” 2
- “Front desk service at check-out was very friendly - lots of conversation about my travels” 16
- “I asked about late checkout, and when I said 2 PM, they gave it to me with no issue or extra checking of their computers” 16
- “Nothing from management by way of a sincere apology or gesture. Shambles. I understand the GM is still the same 7 years on.” 23
- “I stayed at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci. It's a short walk to Hagia Sophia, the Basilica cistern, Blue Mosque and is close to Gulhane park which is a nice peaceful park. Service was excellent there” 15
- “however sixth i worked really well for us and the staff in there were very attentive and really nice as well” On camera210:58
- “Gulbarhar (I'm sure I'm butchering the spelling), the Lounge Manager, was super thorough and always refilling my water and asking if I needed anything” 16
- “Turndown service is automatically offered in the evening with Turkish delights. That is a lovely touch.” 4
- “I stopped by the executive lounge and did not notice major differences from the past.The service was quite good with staff proactively offering refills to guests.” 16
- “I did a thorough review back then so do check it out. There are a plethora of options for Hilton members over here in Istanbul but the Conrad is the best property among them. They are excellent with elite treatment and you are right in the middle to check out various attractions.” 6
- “There was so much to choose from all very high quality and delicious. It was buffet-style but served with lots of friendly English-speaking staff on hand to help.” 23
- “Bell staff was very friendly - remembered me across both days, asked about my travel habits, etc.” 16
- “Diamond member and no upgrade, no amenities, no guide about services, and the lounge food was below standard with lack of service (except one person).” 23
- “Stayed at the Conrad last year and wouldn't recommend. Paid for a Bosphorus view and it was oblique to say the least and I got very cheesed off with staff handing me cards to big them up on Tripadvisor.” 15
- “hello so this is the best upgrade I've gotten so far I have to show this okay and it is so amazing I have like two rooms just for myself two toilets and I'm like one person safe cuz I'm H and Diamond they love me” On camera30:00
- “The products were Aromatherapy Associates branded, but my understanding is they normally have Shanghai Tang products in line with other Conrads, however global supply issues forced a substitution. These products were nice, but not especially remarkable.” 23
- “What I absolutely love about this hotel is how thoughtful they are with their guests. They offer flexible check-in and check-out times to make sure your stay feels relaxed and personalized, not rushed.” 18
Bed & Sleep4 mentions · 1 filmed
- “flat screen LCD TV nice nice bed can we just get Lisa tested” On camera16:05
- “Bed was comfortable - covers of good thickness (not too thin, not too thick), just-right / slightly-plush mattress, plush pillows” 16
- “I love that the bed has a nice firm touch to it. I had a great rest here.” 4
- “Coming back to the middle of the room itself. You can find the plush king-size bed, bedding and mattress are top-notch and high-quality. I am always a huge fan of Conrad's bedding. They are super smooth.” 6
View5 mentions
- “located on the 14th floor, Summit Bar & Terrace offers a stunning panorama of the Istanbul skyline and the Bosphorus, creating the perfect backdrop for enjoying cocktails and a delectable sushi selection.” 25
- “in the background the bosphorus bridge this view is absolutely breathtaking and i could watch it forever in fact i did almost nothing else the whole day” 10
- “Das Hotel befindet sich nur wenige Gehminuten vom Bosphorus entfernt und bietet eine beeindruckende Aussicht auf das Wasser sowie die berühmte Skyline der Stadt.” 26
- “All guest rooms enjoy stunning Bosphorus or city skyline views.” 20
- “on one side there is a long winding corridor with with with a makeup mirror in place at the end from my point of view not very useful because it's quite dark back here and the brighter light source for makeup seems to make more sense” 10
Noise2 mentions
Value13 mentions · 2 filmed
- “Having stayed at the Conrad London St James a few times, I was immediately drawn to the Conrad Bosphorus, it was well-reviewed and at a great price for a luxury hotel.” 23
- “Remarkably, the cocktail prices at Summit Bar are quite reasonable when compared to other rooftop and cocktail bars of similar caliber.” 25
- “The hotel itself was formerly the Hotel Oclay and the family is still involved in the management. This is not a cookie-cutter, franchise-designed property. We found it to be comfortable, well-maintained and a good value.” 21
- “The value for money at the Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus is excellent in every respect. Although the rooms are comparatively small and the room service did not always convince me, I was impressed in all other areas.” 25
- “Room service is offered 24 hours. I got room service on the first night after arrival since we were too tired to travel. We got the Grilled Salmon to share which cost around 755 TYR. Prices are much higher than in the city but acceptable by Western standards.” 4
- “I haven't tried the Monet Lounge, so I can't vouch for the quality of their products. However, I found the coffee and sweets to be unnecessarily expensive.” 25
- “the the food and the drinks in the hotel are really really reasonable often if you go to places where the cost of living is a lot lower” On camera211:53
- “Being Istanbul the prices were very keen with cocktails priced at 105 TL, around £7.50. These were nice but not knock your socks off impressive.” 23
- “It really is a super property though with incredible staff, great food, a brilliant spa and an absolutely superb executive lounge. Considering the prices they normally charge, it's always terrific value.” 23
- “The value for money at the Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus is excellent in every respect.” 25
- “Considering its location and luxury level the hotel offers good value for money.” 25
- “Conrad is one where prices seem to remain a bit more reasonable and can now often be cheaper than many Hiltons and DoubleTrees in the city which makes it a no brainer for me.” 16
- “awesome views from here guys and it's snowing I'm saying there's the city's amazing and despite the fact that we went to one of the city's most expensive restaurants right by the Bosphorus the night before the view from here is still better than most views I've seen so far” On camera18:32
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- 1CONRAD ISTANBUL BOSPHORUS 5 STARS HOTEL REVIEWyoutube.comVideoDate not statedListened for quotes only9 quotes used
“flat screen LCD TV nice nice bed can we just get Lisa tested”
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“in terms of the sort of the kind of amenities so we've got shampoo we've got conditioner and we've got some bath gel so yeah so it's a really nice bathroom mesh i quite like it i love the double sink you know it's not go…”
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“look at this this is boss first I have a boss first View and in a some View and this is my living room I have a living room study section”
Read originalyoutube.com - 4Christmas Escape: Conrad Istanbul Family Suite Reviewseeingtheworldinsteps.comReview siteDate not stated28 quotes used
“The main bathroom over here is the bigger of the two. It comes with plenty of counter space and a single sink. Everything is generously provided from dental kits to mouthwash. Amenities are in large pump-size bottles fro…”
Read originalseeingtheworldinsteps.com - 5Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus: A luxury hotel that means ...luxurylondon.co.ukReview siteDate not stated5 quotes used
“My own Bosphorus Suite was an elegant, neutrally decorated two-room affair with gorgeous picture windows from which to take in the panoramic 14th-floor views.”
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“Instead, I went over to the Executive Lounge to check in where I was immediately helped to. I was helped by a friendly associate at the lounge who reconfirmed everything.”
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