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Raffles Istanbul

Zorlu Center, Istanbul, 34340 Turkey

  • Five-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
  • 96.5/100La Liste19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • city breaks
  • food & wine
  • wellness
  • business

About Raffles Istanbul

Raffles Istanbul is an EMPTYJET Approved property located in Istanbul, Türkiye. The hotel features İsokyo restaurant, serving Asian cuisine, and several bars including Lavinia Lounge, Long Bar, Bosphorus Lounge, and Writers Bar. Raffles Spa provides authentic hammam treatments, maintaining a tradition that remains part of modern local culture. Lavinia Lounge also serves afternoon tea in a lobby filled with art.

The combination of diverse dining options and a spa focused on traditional Turkish hammam experiences makes Raffles Istanbul a notable choice for travellers seeking a blend of culinary variety and wellness in the city.

Why it stands out

Raffles Istanbul is listed for its EMPTYJET Approved status, diverse dining venues, and a spa offering authentic hammam treatments, all in a central Istanbul location. Its range of bars and afternoon tea service add to its appeal for both leisure and business travellers.

Key facts

Brand
Raffles
Architecture
Effortless blend of contemporary design and traditional elegance creates a distinctive sense of place
Type
City, Wellness

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Dining

  • Bar — Writers Bar Literature-inspired setting where luxury meets comfort and elegance
  • Afternoon tea — evidence: Lavinia Lounge Sumptuous afternoon tea and delicious buffet in our vibrant, art-filled lobby

Wellness

  • Spa — Hammam Treatment Still a local tradition in modern day society, Raffles Spa offers a truly authentic experience
  • Hammam — evidence: Hammam Treatment Still a local tradition in modern day society, Raffles Spa offers a truly authentic experience

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
İsokyo — Asian
Bar
Lavinia Lounge
Bar
Long Bar
Bar
Bosphorus Lounge
Bar
Writers Bar

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Spa
Raffles Spa — Hammam Treatment Still a local tradition in modern day society, Raffles Spa offers a truly authentic experience

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideFive-Star2026
  • La ListeTop 10002026

Location

41.0680, 29.0153 · approximate

Position is approximate (area); exact coordinates are pending verification.

Sources+
  • EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed5 fields
  • Official brand / collection siteBrand4 fields
  • Forbes Travel GuideAward issuer1 field
  • WikidataEncyclopedia5 fields

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