Intoxicated by the Bosphorus Strait – A Panoramic View of Istanbul’s Beauty

The distant sound of mosque prayers mingles with the crimson glow of the stunning sunset, making the sparkling waters of the Bosphorus Strait even more captivating. Boats continuously traverse the strait, and on the shore stands an elegant gray building — the newly opened Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul in early May this year. Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, where diverse cultures and religions converge, Turkey is always enveloped in an air of mysterious charm that attracts travelers from all over.

Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul is located between Dolmabahçe Palace and the Military Museum, with views of the historic Istanbul Peninsula and the majestic Asian shoreline. The building was originally a tobacco factory constructed in the 1930s, and its meticulously restored exterior retains historical details. This neoclassical six-story structure is fronted by two plane trees aged 150 and 300 years respectively, as if whispering eternal beauty to guests. The hotel’s interior design showcases luxury through intricate details, featuring 186 luxurious guest rooms adorned in lake blue, cream, and caramel tones to create an understated aristocratic elegance. Rooms range from 42 to 60 square meters, with most offering breathtaking views of the Bosphorus Strait. The most luxurious Shangri-La Suite even boasts three private balconies overlooking the Old Town, the Asian coast, and the Bosphorus Bridge. The rooms feature paintings of Istanbul landscapes by artists from both East and West, and the bathrooms are paved with Turkish marble. All rooms are equipped with underfloor heating, and guests can bathe in the pleasant aroma of Bvlgari bath products — truly a heavenly experience.

 

【info】Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul

Address: Sinanpasa Mah, Hayrettin Iskelesi Sok, No.1, Besiktas, Istanbul, 34353, Turkey

Phone: 90-212-275-8888

Website: www.shangri-la.com