Located on the Bosphorus where Europe meets Asia, Istanbul is an intense, almost overwhelming experience. The skyline is spectacular; vivid colours and smells, and unfamiliar sounds assail you at every turn. The Blue Mosque and Aghia Sophia – and the Topkapi Palace – are staggering in their size and opulence. Lose yourself in the intoxicating markets and bazaars. The Kirker Guide Notes will lead you to some very special restaurants.
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Located on the shores of the Bosphorus and set in extensive grounds, the Ciragan Palace is adjacent to the original palace (which now houses a restaurant and some suites).
The resurgent neighbourhood of Karaköy was, until the early 20th century, the home of many palatial Ottoman bank headquarters, before being deserted when the modern Republic was formed. One of these grand properties has been converted into a stylish modern hotel.
A former 19th century Ottoman palace, Four Seasons at the Bosphorous, perfectly complements its sister hotel in the historic quarter of Sultanahmet. It consists of the palace itself and two new wings overlooking beautifully
landscaped gardens to the rear.
Once the original grand hotel of Istanbul the Pera Palace reopened in 2010 after a painstaking restoration, it first opened in 1892 to accommodate passengers from the Orient-Express.
Located in the heart of the Sultanahmet, 10 minutes’ walk from the Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia, the Romance has been recently renovated to a high standard in a traditional Ottoman style.
This comfortable hotel is in an excellent location in the heart of the Sultanahmet district. It was built on the site of an Imperial palace and many of the original archaeological finds uncovered during the construction have been incorporated into the design and now form part of the hotel’s unique private museum.
If you are looking for a luxurious hotel located in the heart of the old town, this is the place to stay. The Four Seasons is a former bastille which has been transformed into a stylish hotel with just 65 sumptuous bedrooms.
Istanbul is one of the world’s most fascinating cities and has a colourful and complex history, spanning many centuries. Our five night holiday will introduce you to both the Byzantine and Ottoman periods; spanning 1,600 years fro...
This contrasting itinerary combines one of the most exciting and fascinating capitals in the world with one of the most unique landscapes. Located where Asia meets Europe, Istanbul is a pulsating mix of ancient history, grandiose architecture and bustling bazaars.
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