Just as the city is a bridge between two continents, Europe and Asia, The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul brings together two worlds. This luxury hotel, set in the heart of Istanbul and overlooking the Bosphorus, beautifully blends modern sophistication with historic Ottoman touches, found everywhere from the spa’s traditional hammam to the exceptional accommodations and amenities in the hotel’s luxurios  guest rooms and suites. A 16th-century door offers passage from the energetic city into this five star hotel in Istanbul, where the graceful lobby is adorned in Turkish carpets, antique furniture and an oversized oil painting from contemporary artist Timur Kerim İncedayı. The location of this luxury Istanbul hotel invites the beauty of the Bosphorus into spaces throughout the property. At Atelier Reel Food Restourant and Blue lounge, guests can enjoy Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with spectacular views, while meeting and wedding such as the Cam room also draw upon its charm. Guests can easily explore this historical city with its most famous attractions including Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, Haghia Sophia and Grand Bazaar, only 15 minutes away.