Location. The contemporary Istanbul Hilton hotel overlooks the waters of the Bosphorus strait in the Harbiye district of Istanbul, Turkey. The opulent Dolmabahce Palace, built by the Ottomans in the 19th century, is within one kilometre. The Military Museum is one kilometre, and the Grand Bazaar is five kilometres away. Hagia Sofia is six kilometres from the hotel.
Hotel Features. The large, 12 storey Istanbul Hilton hotel is surrounded by 15 acres of gardens and has complimentary parking for guests.

The hotel has four restaurants. Bosphorus Terrace is a casual buffet restaurant with Bosphorus views. It serves Turkish and international dishes, and features a la carte choices and themed evenings. Cantonese and Sichuan specialities are on offer for dinner in Dragon Restaurant, with Chinese decor including red wooden screens. The hotel’s Roof Bar and Restaurant welcomes families for Turkish and Mediterranean fare with 12th floor Bosphorus views. Extending from the lobby, Veranda Bar and Grill has a waterfront terrace with drinks and meals on the menu, including special kebab and seafood nights. There is a pool bar.

The hotel has a business centre, meeting rooms and Internet access in public areas (surcharge).

The grounds feature a large outdoor pool with cabanas and children’s pool. There is a gym, kilometre long jogging path, squash and tennis courts. The hairdresser offers beauty treatments (surcharge) and there is a Turkish bath.

Guestrooms. The 498 air conditioned guestrooms all have balconies overlooking the Bosphorus or the city. All contemporary rooms have dial up Internet connections, minibars, safes and satellite television.

Expert Tip. The Dolmabahce Palace is home to the world’s largest Bohemian crystal chandelier, weighing four and a half tons.