The Peninsula Istanbul to open in February 2023

Reservations are now open for The Peninsula Istanbul, located on the banks of the Bosphorus in Istanbul’s historic Karakoy district. It will be part of the new Galataport waterfront revitalisation project, which will include a promenade, museums and art galleries, restaurants, boutiques and a cruise ship port. 

The hotel is made up of four separate buildings, three of which are protected historical landmarks dating to the early 1900s. Restoration work was done in collaboration with The Heritage Board, to ensure the design is in keeping with the local history and culture. 

The Peninsula Istanbul will offer 177 rooms and suites across the four buildings. Many will provide views across the Bosphorus, while others will include direct access to the property’s gardens, outdoor swimming pool, private boat dock and boutiques. 

Rooms will feature modern Turkish design elements, including wood and mother of pearl inlay, kilim-style carpets and bathrooms clad in Marmara marble. The 510-square-metre Peninsula Suite offers its own hammam, gym and rooftop swimming pool.

A spokesperson said: “Celebrating Turkish art and design and the juxtaposition between old and new, the hotel creatively draws inspiration from its local surroundings – including Bosphorus boats and the city’s Grand Bazaar – to create a glamourous new urban oasis destination. The hotel displays a carefully curated handpicked selection of artwork from both renowned and upcoming Turkish artists.” 

Dining options include a rooftop restaurant and bar, a rooftop terrace, a main dining room and The Lobby restaurant. 

The 1,675-square-metre Peninsula Spa and Wellness Centre will offer hammams, a 25-metre indoor swimming pool and eight private treatment rooms, alongside a fitness centre. 

Opening offers include rates of €1,050 per room per night, with complimentary daily breakfast for two; a €100 credit toward dining, spa and wellness; and complimentary airport pickup for all suite reservations.