Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul, IstanbulSwissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul in Istanbul, Turkey has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 18 of 245 hotels we score in Istanbul. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Booking.com 3.9, Tripadvisor 5.0, Google 4.5, Agoda 3.7. Rooms from about $340 a night (cached, not a live quote).Swissotel The Bosphorus is a five-star hotel situated within 65 acres of historical gardens in Istanbul. It sits within walking distance of Taksim Square and Dolmabahçe Palace. The property contains 566 guest rooms and suites, many of which overlook the Bosphorus. Facilities include a full-service spa, a gym, two swimming pools, and the Sabrosa restaurant. It serves both business travellers and families, offering an Executive Lounge and meeting spaces. While the hotel provides extensive garden grounds, the large number of rooms means certain areas may feel busy during peak times. The hotel follows specific eco-rules regarding cleaning services.What stands out

Large historical gardens

Proximity to major landmarks

On-site spa and pools

Bosphorus views

Watch out for

Mandatory eco-cleaning rules

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