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The Bank Hotel
Istanbul, Turkey
deluxe
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.
The 63 spacious bedrooms showcase the high ceilings and parquet floors of the original bank headquarters, with marble bathrooms and contemporary touches combining to great effect. Some rooms enjoy views of the Golden Horn. Bedecked in marble with a mixture of classic and modern local art, the lobby bar and Turkish-European restaurant serve fashionable locals and visitors throughout the day. Two of the original vaults from which the name is taken are still in use, including one as an impressive underground wine cellar. Also on the lower floor, the spa includes steam room, sauna and hammam (booking required) for the full Turkish experience.
The district of Karaköy is now one of Istanbul's most vibrant neighbourhoods, with a wide selection of excellent bars and restaurants. The historic centre of Sultanahmet, with the Haghia Sofia and Blue Mosque, is across the Golden Horn: about 40 minutes on foot or 20 minutes by taxi or tram.
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Short Break
Museum Hotel
Cappadocia, Turkey
deluxe
This unique hotel located in Uçhisar is part-museum and part-boutique hotel. The 30 individual rooms and suites are either housed in caves carved from the rock or in historical buildings, some intact, some carefully restored and many with fine views of the valley.
Short Break
Ciragan Palace Kempinski
Istanbul, Turkey
deluxe
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).
Short Break
Hotel Caeli
Gallipoli, Turkey
deluxe
Adjacent to the Port Caeli winery and surrounded by vines, the Hotel Caeli is located in Eceabat within The Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park. The cemeteries, memorials and battlefields of the ANZAC campaign are close by and the ancient city of Troy is reached by a short ferry trip across the Dardanelles.
Short Break
The Bank Hotel
Istanbul, Turkey
deluxe
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.
Short Break
Four Seasons at the Bosphorus
Istanbul, Turkey
deluxe
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.
Short Break
Pera Palace
Istanbul, Turkey
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.
Short Break
Highly Recommended
Romance Hotel
Istanbul, Turkey
deluxe
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.
Short Break
The Marmara
Bodrum, Turkey
deluxe
A member of ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’, The Marmara is a delightful boutique hotel perched on a hilltop overlooking Bodrum’s distinctive sugar-cube houses, its marina and the Aegean.
Short Break
Incirliev
Alacati, Turkey
boutique-residence
Traditional and homely, the Incirli Ev has been run by the delightful Poshor family since 2006.
Short Break
Gullu Konaklari
Sirince, Turkey
There are just 13 bedrooms within this historic residence; each of them has been individually designed with great care using traditional furniture and fabrics.
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Istanbul & Cappadocia
Istanbul, Cappadocia
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.
5 nights from £1,987 per person
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Byzantine & Ottoman Istanbul
Istanbul
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...
5 nights price from £2298 per person
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