It was my second stay over there. Excellent food; Fabulous view of the Bosphorus+nice swimming pool Good service more

Spent several nights over the last months at this hotel (as it's the preferred choice of my colleagues). As highlighted before, the hotel's location and, in particular, the swimming pool is phantastic right at the Bosphorus. However, the rooms are somewhat old-school and nothing special in terms of design; same is true for the indoor pool and fitness area, i.e.... more

Ok, the hotel is amazing if you are a Saudi sheikh. I am not and felt completely out of place. At check-in, you are greeted by hostesses with Louis Vitton bags - enough said! Everything there is over the top. Frankly, I stayed there because it was recommended by Amex and my company had negotiated a good deal - and... more

Ciragan Palace Kempinski is a luxurious way to enjoy the breathtaking view of the Bosphorus. I never got tired of sitting in the balcony of my room watching ships go by. Their breakfast and afternoon tea come with champagne and are very fine and elegant. We also enjoyed our dinner at Tugra, the signature restaurant, which is in the annex... more

The Ciragan Palace hotel has an almost regal feel to it. Service is exceptionally personalised, with every guest being treated as if one is staying at the owner's home. The Hotel is expensive, but almost fittingly appropriate for the setting and experience. The location on the Bospherous is perfect, with stunning views of the strait from the back of the... more

We arranged our family stay here while we had a dinner at the palace site. Overall a really lovely hotel with very friendly and attentive staff. Given its world class status and price per room however one tends to expect even more. One critism I have to bring is about our dinner. We arranged the dinner of 15 people a... more

Rooms have lovely views of the Bosporus and the breakfast buffet is extensive with something for virtually every taste. Be sure to eat in the restaurant in the palace where both the food and service are outstanding. Not very convenient to top tourist sites; cabs can take forever in rush hour. The park across the street is lovely and worth... more

Cannot dispute Ciragan Palace is a fabulous spot located right on the Bosphorous. Cannot describe very opulent - one must experience. My husband & I booked a room overlooking the pool & Bosphorous for 3 nights post cruise in July 2005. As far as my husband is concerned this is the best place he has ever stayed. I don't quite... more

There is no fault that can be found for this hotel….truly World Class. Probably the best service and most comfortable hotel I’ve ever had the pleasure to enjoy (and I’m old and have stayed in a lot of fine places.) The other reviews say it all and I just want to write about one thing that I think is misstated... more