Raffles to highlight the New Face of Istanbul

The ‘new’ face of Istanbul, cutting-edge, eclectic and energetic will be perfectly highlighted at Raffles Istanbul when it opens in September, 2014.   

The hotel is at the heart of the Zorlu Center, a new hub for fashion, food and the arts on the European shore in Beşiktaş – overlooking the Bosphorus, the Princess Islands and the historic peninsula.  This is a next-generation bazaar, where fashion, performance and art converge.

Like those of its stylish sister, Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris, the sleek modern interiors at Raffles Istanbul will be embellished with an impressive collection of artwork, specially commissioned from local artists, a mix of paintings, sculpture, photography and video installations.    These will all come together under the common influence of Turkish culture and heritage, giving the hotel a strong sense of place.

Whatever you are seeking, the hotel is set to provide a calm, modern, luxury oasis and it will be perfectly placed to experience this timeless city.

Whether flying in to the rooftop helipad, or arriving by car from the airport, you will be welcomed into sleek rooms with huge balconies that offer wonderful, panoramic views of the city.

The stunning rooftop pool will offer a respite from the city by day – and by night a chilled space, with live music and a vibrant DJ/club atmosphere.

A champagne bar, a young Turkish chef and a glorious, signature Raffles Spa – one of the biggest in Instanbul – will all help anyone staying here feel relaxed and at home.

An authentic Raffles touch will also never far away, with them bringing their personified and legendary Raffles Butler Service.  The service currently extends from Singapore to the company’s ten hotels around the world. The Raffles Butlers will bring a new level of luxury and service to Istanbul – a first for the city.

Downstairs in the Long Bar, cocktails will be classic – but with a distinctly glamorous new twist – a place to see and be seen. Make that another Istanbul Sling, please… 

Raffles Istanbul – rates start from AUD921* (€600) per night for a Raffles Room.

We can't wait to see and hear more about this glorious new project.

For more please visit Raffles.

Alison Carmichael-Rulten

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