Raffles Istanbul

Raffles Istanbul is a 5-star hotel in Istanbul that is managed by Raffles Hotels & Resorts. The hotel opened on September 1, 2014.[1] Designed by Emre Arolat & Tabanlıoğlu Architecture,[2] the hotel has a height of 134 meters, making it one of Istanbul’s most noticeable buildings.

Raffles Istanbul
Location within Istanbul
General information
Location	Zorlu Center, Istanbul
Coordinates	41°4′4.7352″N 29°0′55.0794″E
Opening	2014-09-01
Management	Raffles Hotels & Resorts
Height	134 metres (440 ft)
Technical details
Floor count	27
Design and construction
Architect	Emre Arolat & Tabanlıoğlu Architecture
Other information
Number of rooms	136
Number of suites	49
Number of restaurants	3
Website
www.raffles.com

History

In 2007, the Zorlu Center project started with the purchase of the property. After several years of construction, Raffles Istanbul was opened on September 1, 2014. The hotel is part of the Zorlu Center which consists of residences, offices, a shopping mall, and a performing arts center. The hotel itself hosts an art collection of around 200 pieces from both international and local artists.[3] The hotel also includes a ballroom with a capacity of 1,200 people and is directly linked to the Performing Arts Center.

Restaurants

Raffles Istanbul has 8 food and beverage outlets.[4]

Recreational facilities

Raffles Istanbul has an array of recreational facilities:

• One of Istanbul's largest spas which is 3000 square metres [5]
• 3 Turkish Hamams / Turkish Bath
• Indoor & Outdoor pool

See also

• Hotels in Istanbul

References

1. "Raffles Is the Latest Luxury Hotel Brand to Move Into Istanbul". Retrieved 30 September 2014.
2. "MIPIM: Zorlu Property Group to promote Zorlu Center". Retrieved 30 September 2014.
3. "Hot Hotel Openings - Raffles Opens in Istanbul September 1". Retrieved 30 September 2014.
4. http://www.raffles.com/istanbul/dining/
5. "The Guide Istanbul » Raffels Istanbul". Retrieved 30 September 2014.