Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul

This cozy spot offers authentic Turkish delights like Beyran soup, grilled kebabs, and kunefe, all at wallet-friendly prices and served with warmth.

Nestled just a stroll from the Süleymaniye Mosque, this cozy café features a charming garden, friendly staff, and a perfect vibe for coffee lovers.

Sophisticated hotel in mansions overlooking the Bosporus Strait, plus elegant dining, a spa & pools. Occupying a pair of stately mansions overlooking the Bosporus Strait, this posh hotel is a 7-minute walk from archaeological and cultural exhibits at the Sadberk Hanım Museum. It's 41 km from Istanbul Airport. Refined rooms have Wi-Fi, smart TVs, sitting areas and iPads, as well as minibars, Nespresso machines and Bluetooth speakers. Suites feature separate living rooms; some add fireplaces and/or terraces. Many quarters offer strait views. Amenities include 2 fashionable restaurants, an elegant cafe and 2 pools (1 indoor), plus a spa, a gym and a lounge. Valet parking and breakfast are available, as are boat tours, cooking and fitness classes.

Polished quarters in a luxe hotel offering a rooftop restaurant & a chic spa, plus strait views. Set in Istanbul's exclusive Nişantaşı quarter and overlooking the Bosphorus strait, this high-end hotel in a modernist building is a 2 k from the regal Dolmabahçe Palace. Featuring artwork, the polished rooms have flat-screens, free Wi-Fi and iPod docks, plus Nespresso machines, marble bathrooms and sitting areas. Upgraded rooms add balconies, while suites offer living/dining rooms, wet bars, free-standing tubs and/or butler service. Room service is 24/7. There's a rooftop American restaurant with a terrace, plus an elegant brasserie and a plush bar. Other amenities include 3 indoor pools, a gym, a refined spa, a chic library and an atrium.

Nestled in the trendy Cihangir neighborhood, this modern boutique hotel offers spacious, stylish suites with stunning views and a rooftop garden perfect for leisurely mornings.

This serene gem, a former Byzantine church turned mosque, boasts stunning Islamic architecture and a quiet atmosphere, perfect for reflection away from the crowds.

Tucked away on a bustling street in Kadıköy, this charming café boasts outstanding coffee, a friendly vibe, and a cozy balcony for prime people-watching.

Step into a stunning 18th-century Ottoman hammam where you can indulge in luxurious pampering and top-notch service, all while soaking in historical charm.

Mükellef Karaköy serves up vibrant Turkish cuisine in a lively rooftop spot, offering stunning views and a fantastic selection of meze to savor.

Upmarket restaurant presenting traditional cuisine in a spacious, light-filled interior.