Turkey: 22 places to stay
Turkey : Istanbul (9)
Ajia Hotel, Kanlica
A historic waterside mansion transformed into a contemporary boutique hotel offering fab rooms, a terrace restaurant and cool bar
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Ansen Suites, Pera
In the heart of the city’s old European quarter, a sophisticated apart-hotel with 10 spacious suites and an Italian restaurant and bar
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Lush Hotel, Taksim
Extravagantly quirky hotel with 44 completely individual rooms, a spa and a brasserie with live music in the heart of Beyoglu
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Sumahan on the Water, Cengelkoy
Converted Ottoman distillery on the Bosphorus with industrial-chic loft suites and a magical waterfront location
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The House Galatasaray, Cukurcuma
A restored 19th-century Ottoman mansion in the heart of historic Cukurcuma, combining old-world charm with innovative design
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The Sofa Nisantasi, Nisantasi
Chic venue in Istanbul's art and fashion district with sprawling rooms and suites, a contemporary gallery, and impeccable personal service
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Witt Istanbul Suites, Cihangir
Avant-garde lofts with all the comforts of home in Cihangir, an artists’ haven close to the throb of Taksim Square
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Hotel Ibrahim Pasha, Istanbul
A sophisticated small hotel in the heart of the Sultanahmet, with a tasteful blend of Ottoman art and a fresh contemporary style
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Istanbul Place Apartments, Galata
Live like a trendy Istanbulite in one of 5 stylish self-catering apartments (sleeping 4-7), set in hip yet historic Galata
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Turkey : Aegean Coast (6)
Macakizi Hotel, near Bodrum
Join the bronzed and beautiful lounging by the Aegean at this superstar beach-club hotel and spa
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4 Reasons, near Bodrum
A funky, friendly, Mediterranean-Zen chillout near Bodrum, with cool pool, bistro bar and family rooms too
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IncirliEv, Alacati
An incredibly friendly, family-run hotel in a lively Aegean resort popular with windsurfers and well-to-do Turks
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Med-Inn, near Bodrum
Laid-back beach hotel with pool, jetty and large colourful rooms, 40 minutes from Bodrum
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Tas Otel, Alacati
Romantic, rustic-chic guesthouse that put Alacati, the best-preserved town on Turkey’s Aegean coast, on the map
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Terrace Houses, Sirince
Three delightfully restored cottages for 4-6 in the leafy hill town of Sirince, near Ephesus
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Turkey : Mediterranean Coast (2)
Tuvana Hotel, Antalya
A collection of historic houses in the heart of Antalya’s Old Town, with garden restaurant, courtyard pool, high-spec rooms and old-fashioned Turkish hospitality
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Villa Mandarin, Faralya
In the unspoilt wilds of seaside Faralya, a luxurious but laid-back hotel offering a romantic little hideaway with a homely touch
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Turkey : Cappadocia (5)
Museum Hotel, Uchisar
History and luxury go hand-in-hand at this unique cave hotel in Uchisar; perfect for rest and romance
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argos in Cappadocia, Uchisar
A picturesque jumble of ancient stone houses, caves and underground tunnels turned beautiful boutique hotel
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Hezen Cave Hotel, Ortahisar
Make like a modern troglodyte in this stylish cave hotel, set into the steep slopes of Ortahisar
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Serinn House, Urgup
Ancient cave living meets minimalist chic at this design hotel in Urgup, the heart of Cappadocia
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Evinn Cave House, Urgup
A private cave dwelling in the heart of Cappadocia: perfect for small families or couples travelling together (sleeps 2-6, self-catering)
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