Ali Muhiddin Haci Bekir

Nestled by the Bosphorus, this luxe hotel boasts stunning views, exceptional dining, and top-notch service to make your stay unforgettable.

Laid-back hotel along the Bosphorus Strait offering warm quarters, a polished restaurant & a bar. Surrounded by shops and dining options on the Bosphorus Strait, this down-to-earth hotel is a 2-minute walk from Bebek ferry terminal and 2 km from Rumeli Hisarı, a 15th-century hilltop fortress. Warmly furnished rooms come with flat-screens, Wi-Fi access, minibars and safes. Upgraded rooms add balconies and views of the strait, while suites provide living rooms. Breakfast is complimentary. Other amenities include an airy, elegant restaurant, and a bar that has a terrace; both offer strait views.

This stunning 6th-century church-turned-mosque boasts breathtaking mosaics and frescoes, inviting you to explore its rich spiritual artistry.

Posh hotel offering Asian/Mediterranean dining, a cocktail bar, an indoor pool & a spa. A 3-minute walk from Beşıktaş terminal, this chic, romantic hotel overlooks the Bosphorus Strait. It’s 6 km from Hagia Sophia. With floor-to-ceiling windows, the posh rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffeemakers, minibars, sitting areas and marble bathrooms. The 2-level, luxe suites add verandas with strait views, living rooms and DVD players. Amenities include an elegant Asian/Mediterranean restaurant, a Chinese restaurant, a casual lobby lounge with tea and light fare, and a cocktail bar. A spa has a heated indoor pool, a hammam, massages and an exercise room. Breakfast is extra. Parking is offered.

"EK BİÇ YE İÇ is a social enterprise aiming to make life in Istanbul--and any other mega city--a little more healthful, enjoyable, and sustainable. In EK BİÇ [saw & mow], we build indoor and outdoor urban farms around the city using permaculture principles. In YE İÇ [eat & drink], we operate restaurants and a catering business serving farm-to-table food that's affordable, and highly customizable to individuals' needs and wishes. And in PAYLAŞ [share], we host exhibitions, events, and hands-on workshops to open up discussions on issues we care about, and to pass on the learnings from our experiences. Our goal (and hope) is to build a community that will imagine a less-consuming and more fulfilling life in the city, and will make it happen."

Tatbak, a charming kebab spot in Istanbul since 1960, thrives on its retro vibe, friendly service, and mouthwatering lamb and spicy lahmacun.

Step into a stunning dome-topped gem in Karakoy for a refreshing soak and scrub, where you'll be pampered in a clean, welcoming environment.

A canal with gondola rides & quaint streetscape decor add to the Venetian theme of this big mall.

Nestled in a historic former jailhouse, this chic hotel offers plush rooms, stellar dining, and a rooftop lounge with breathtaking views.

Nestled in a 400-year-old building, this plant-filled café offers charming ambiance and stunning city views, making it a cozy, must-visit spot.