"A landmark urban resort on the Bosphorus shore that includes an actual 19th‑century imperial palace; a 2023 neo‑Ottoman makeover refreshed 317 guest rooms with rich colors, mother‑of‑pearl‑inlaid furniture, tulip‑patterned fabrics, and hammam‑style marble bathrooms, and the property features a stunning infinity pool overlooking the Bosphorus plus five restaurants, including an Ottoman‑themed dining room housed in the old palace section." - Anya von Bremzen