The Bosphorus (Istanbul Boğazı) is a strait in Istanbul, which is an intercontinental strait dividing Europe and Asia, and on both sides of which lies the beautiful city of Istanbul.
On one side of the Bosphorus is the European part of Istanbul, and on the other, respectively, the Asian part.
Both on that and on the other side of the Bosphorus there are hotels and hotel complexes, from which beautiful views of the strait open.
The busiest, tourist and with an abundance of attractions is the European side of Istanbul, while the Asian side is more quiet and calm, where some significant sights of the city are also located.
Hotels on the European side of Istanbul by the waters of the Bosphorus
5-star hotel The Peninsula Istanbul, which is one of the most luxurious in Istanbul and consists of four exquisite buildings, three of which are historical and beautifully restored.
At the hotel: private territory with a promenade near the waters of the Bosphorus, an outdoor pool with a terrace with sun loungers and a view of the Bosphorus, a 25-meter indoor pool, a restaurant, a lobby, spa and fitness centers, free Wi-Fi and facilities for disabled guests.
The rooms range in size from 40 to 89 squares. In the rooms and suites: mini-bar, safe, flat-screen TV, cable channels, air conditioning, heating, hairdryer, iron, coffee/tea maker, work desk, seating area, bath, bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. Link to the hotel 
Shangri-La Bosphorus 5-star Hotel, Istanbul with indoor pool, spa, restaurants, lobby lounge, free Wi-Fi and parking.
The hotel has rooms and suites with views of the Bosphorus, the city or the courtyard.
Breakfast may be included in the room rate. Link to the hotel
The 5-star Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus is located in a restored 19th-century Ottoman mansion by the waters of the Bosphorus Strait.
The hotel has its own garden, views of the Bosphorus, panoramic outdoor and indoor pools, bar, spa, free Wi-Fi and private parking. Link to the hotel
The 5-star Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul Hotel is located in the renovated Ottoman Chiragan Palace.
The hotel is a complex by the waters of the Bosphorus with a territory with a garden and a panoramic pool overlooking the waters of the Bosphorus.
At the hotel: swimming pools, spa and wellness center, fitness center, restaurant, bar, lounge, gazebo, Turkish bath, free private parking and Wi-Fi.
Luxury bed linen is provided in the hotel rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows. All rooms have a balcony with views of the garden or the Bosphorus.
The room rate includes: breakfast or breakfast + dinner. Link to the hotel
The Stay Bosphorus Hotel combines late 19th century architecture with modern design.
The hotel has a fitness center, a business center and free Wi-Fi.
The rooms are equipped with a TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, air conditioning, a safe and free toiletries.
The hotel has rooms, penthouses, suites and family suites with views of the Bosphorus.
Breakfast may be included in the room rate. Link to the hotel
The 5-star Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus Hotel, Istanbul features a garden, a swimming pool with a sun terrace, a restaurant, a bar, a fitness center, a children's playground, a 24-hour front desk and Wi-Fi.
The hotel has family rooms and rooms with views of the Bosphorus.
Breakfast may be included in the room rate. Link to the hotel
Bebek Hotel By The Stay Collection -Adults Only with a terrace overlooking the Bosphorus, restaurant, bar, 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi throughout, room service.
The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle/coffee machine, a safe, a minibar, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. All rooms have a wardrobe and a private bathroom.
The hotel has rooms and suites with views of the Bosphorus or the city. Link to the hotel
ISTINYE YALI Villa features air conditioning, 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, heating, a hairdryer and a kitchen.
The price of the villa includes breakfast. Link to the villa
Fuat Pasa Yalisi is a Special Category Bosphorus hotel located in a historic building overlooking the Bosphorus.
The hotel has a lobby with a glass facade and a fountain, a restaurant, a lobby bar, a seasonal outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and parking.
The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, LCD TV, safe, mini-bar, hairdryer, slippers and a private bathroom
The hotel has rooms and suites with views of the Bosphorus, the courtyard or the city.
Breakfast is included in the room rate. Link to the hotel
The 5-star Six Senses Kocatas Mansions Hotel is located in two restored Ottoman-era mansions.
At the hotel: garden, terrace, restaurants, library, fitness center, 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi throughout, Parking.
The rooms are equipped with a minibar, a flat-screen TV, a Nespresso coffee machine, an electric kettle, a desk and a private bathroom.
The hotel has rooms and suites with views of the Bosphorus or the courtyard.
Breakfast may be included in the room rate. Link to the hotel
Also on the European side of Istanbul there are accommodation facilities (hotels, apartments) located a little further from the waters of the Bosphorus, but from which there are views of the Bosphorus.
From the accommodation facilities:
The 5-star Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel features an indoor pool, a spa with massage room, sauna, steam room, Turkish bath and fitness center, free Wi-Fi and parking.
Some rooms offer views of the Bosphorus and the historical part of the city.
The room rate can include: breakfast or breakfast + dinner. Link to the hotel
5-star JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel with restaurant, bar, seasonal outdoor pool, fitness center, wellness and spa center, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour front desk.
The hotel has rooms with views of the Bosphorus or the historical part of the city.
The room rate includes: breakfast or breakfast + dinner. Link to the hotel
Emirganlı Suites offers a garden, a terrace, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.
There are apartments with 1 and 2 bedrooms, a balcony and a view of the Bosphorus.
All apartments are equipped with air conditioning, a kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a safe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, ironing facilities, a desk and a seating area with a sofa. The private bathroom comes with a bidet, slippers, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Link to the apartment
MFB My Finest Bosphorus Hotel Tarabya features a garden, a terrace, a restaurant, family rooms, free Wi-Fi and parking.
The rooms are equipped with soundproofing, parquet floors, mini-bar, safe, hairdryer, air conditioning and heating. Some rooms have a hot tub, while others offer views of the Bosphorus. Link to the hotel
Hotels on the Asian side of Istanbul by the waters of the Bosphorus
The Bosphorus Palace Hotel is located in a renovated historical building in neo-Ottoman style, in a picturesque area of the Asian part of Istanbul.
At the hotel: bar, garden, free Wi-Fi and parking.
The hotel rooms offer views of the Bosphorus or the gardens.
Breakfast is included in the room rate. Link to the hotel
Villa Luxurious Waterfront Mansion with Amazing Bosphorus View overlooking the Bosphorus, garden, terrace, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, 2 bedrooms, cable TV, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and refrigerator, washing machine and 3 bathrooms with a spa bath. Villa link
Sumahan - on the Water Hotel, located in a restored 19th-century distillery building right on the shore of the Bosphorus.
At the hotel: a terrace with a view of the Bosphorus, a restaurant, a wellness center with a Turkish hammam and a fitness room, free parking.
Many rooms have a Turkish-style bathroom with marble trim. Meeting and banquet facilities with views of the Bosphorus are also available. Link to the hotel
A'jia Hotel, occupying a traditional Ottoman-style mansion on the shores of the Bosphorus.
At the hotel: a terrace with a view of the Bosphorus, a pavilion restaurant, a bar, family rooms, free Wi-Fi and parking.
There are rooms and suites with views of the Bosphorus or the park.
The rooms are equipped with a DVD player, satellite TV, mini-bar, safe, air conditioning, hairdryer, bathrobes and free toiletries.
Breakfast is included in the room rate. Link to the hotel
Practical information
You can get to hotels in Istanbul by public transport, taxi or rented car.
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All accommodation facilities in Istanbul, including near and overlooking the Bosphorus, in the historical center, on the European and Asian sides of the city, can be viewed and booked here
