Ajia Hotel

Perched on the Asian shore of the Bosphorus in Kanlıca (Beykoz), this boutique Ottoman mansion feels like a private waterfront hideaway. You’re minutes from Rumeli Hisarı, the Sakıp Sabancı Museum and leafy Emirgan Park, with Sultanahmet and Topkapı roughly 13 km across the water. Family-friendly and well placed, the hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to the European side for easy sightseeing.

Housed in an 1870s pavilion, the hotel blends Old World Ottoman architecture with contemporary interiors and a hip, intimate vibe. There are 16 rooms (10 deluxe, 6 suites) with pillowtop beds, minibars, private bathrooms with separate tubs and showers, and some rooms featuring heated floors. Guests can take in Bosphorus views from the terrace and garden.

On-site café, restaurant and bar serve guests around the clock, and a cozy lobby fireplace sets the tone. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you connected. Services include 24-hour reception, room and laundry services (fees may apply), babysitting on request, wedding services, and both valet and self-parking options. Wake up to Bosphorus mornings and hop a shuttle to the European side.

Small conferences and meetings are supported with dedicated meeting rooms and about 377 sq ft (35 m²) of event space. The hotel also offers a business center, express check-in/check-out, complimentary newspapers and wired/wireless high-speed internet—ideal for work on the go.

The hotel restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast daily (typically 7:30–11:00). 24-hour room service is available, and the bar/lounge is ready for evening drinks after a day exploring the Bosphorus.