The Radisson Blu Bosphorus Hotel in Istanbul is situated in the chic neighbourhood of Ortaköy, along the banks of the Bosphorus Strait. Many of Istanbul's top attractions are close to the hotel such as the Topkapi Palace, the Spice Market and the exclusive shopping malls of Kanyon, Istinye Park and Akmerkez. Taxis and public transportation provide easy access to many sites as well a private boat service along the Bosphorus which can be arranged through the hotel staff.
Directions from Ataturk Airport
The quick and cheap Light Rail Transit (LRT) runs between the airport and the stop Zeytinburnu where guests should disembark and then board the tram towards Sultananhmet. Ride the tram until the last stop - Kabatas. Get off and hop on bus 25a or 22. Once the bus is on Çiragan Cad road, look for the hotel on the right side. Taxis are also readily available at the airport with journey times taking approximately 35 minutes (depending on traffic). Guests looking to kick start their holiday in high-style can arrange a pick up via the hotel's private boat taxi and cruise down the Bosphorus Strait to the hotel.
Contact the concierge for details. info.bosphorus.istanbul@radissonblu.com
Top Istanbul attractions near the hotel:
Shopping in Istanbul
An obvious stop is the Grand Bazaar with 4,000 shops selling wares from high-quality carpets and textiles to jewellery, ceramics and glassware. Thousands of years old, the Grand Bazaar is a must-see as a day of bargaining and drinking tea in this buzzing mini-city is an unforgettable experience. Modern European brands and goods can also be found in many of Istanbul's cutting edge shopping malls such as the architectural gem, Kanyon and the enormous Istinye Park, housing exclusive brands from Harvey Nichols to Zara and more. The hotel's central location provides easy access to both ends of the city where the various malls and markets lie.
Nightlife in Istanbul
With an enviable location in the heart of Istanbul's trendy nightlife, the hotel is close to some of the city's best restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Rub shoulders with Istanbul's elite at Zuma London, a buzzing Japanese restaurant (within the Radisson Blu complex) or Anjelique, a restaurant that draws in the crowds with innovative international fare.