The Ritz-Carlton Istanbul, IstanbulThe Ritz-Carlton Istanbul in Istanbul, Turkey has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 44 of 245 hotels we score in Istanbul. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 3.9, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.0, Agoda 4.0. Rooms from about $393 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Ritz-Carlton Istanbul occupies the first twelve floors of the SuzerPlaza high-rise. Located near Taksim Square and Dolmabahçe Palace, the hotel overlooks the Bosphorus Strait. It contains 239 rooms and suites designed with Turkish influences. Facilities include an indoor pool, a spa with a traditional hammam, and a Mediterranean restaurant. The property caters to business travellers and tourists seeking central access. Guests can choose between modern or traditional interior styles. While the location is central, some guests may find the neutral room decor lacks character. The hotel follows mandatory eco-rules regarding cleaning services.What stands out

Views of the Bosphorus Strait

Proximity to Taksim Square

On-site spa and hammam

Pet friendly policy

Watch out for

Neutral room decor

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