Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Nightclub
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Outdated rooms
Breakfast options limited

Categories

Cleanliness
8.39
Some reviews highlight issues, hence a slightly reduced score.
Service
9.86
Overall positive feedback, especially about staff assistance.
Location
9.4
Many mentions of excellent location near Taksim and Bosporus.
Room Quality
8.35
Some reviews indicate the need for modernization, thus a lower score.
Amenities
9.38
Positive comments about the facilities available.
Value for Money
8.34
Some reviews mentioning high prices against certain experiences.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Mixed reviews about breakfast options, leading to a moderate score.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall positive customer experience with exceptions noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 16:30

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation in the Heart of Istanbul

Breathtaking Views and Award-Winning Dining

Indulge in Ottoman delicacies at Safran Restaurant&Terrace or savor international dishes at Veranda Restaurant & Lounge. Amandine Patisserie offers delightful handmade chocolates, while City Lights Restaurant&Bar serves the finest wines and personalized cocktails.

Relaxation and Wellness at Spa InterContinental

Experience ultimate relaxation at the completely renovated Spa InterContinental, featuring massage rooms, a fitness center, outdoor pool, and a range of facial and body treatments. Enjoy the Turkish bath and steam room options for a rejuvenating experience.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at InterContinental Istanbul, where luxury meets convenience in the vibrant city center.

Important information:

Guests are required to present the same credit card used for the advance payment of non refundable bookings at check-in.

Please note that the airport shuttle service is provided at a surcharge. You can contact the property for details. Contact details can be found upon reservation confirmation.

Internet usage is free of charge up to 6 Mbps.

InterContinental Istanbul has a dedicated prayer room.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 1, 2026 until Fri, Apr 30, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 25 per day.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 13 years old and over stay for € 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 3025 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.39
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Mirela • solo_traveller • ch
10
Home away from home with great People
Pros:

Very clean and classy, great food and the nest Staff in the World🤗 made me feel home.

Cons:

nothing

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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ALEXANDER • solo_traveller • ru
10
Pros:

Следует разнообразить обеды или ужины

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • ro
10
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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MCBDurham • Family
10
Beautifully Presented
Pros:

I stayed at this hotel for a 4 night Father and Daughter trip to Istanbul in June, and was surprised by both the City and this property alike.
I booked a Classic Room using points, and then applied a confirmable suite upgrade taking me to a Junior Suite. Upon arrival, my Diamond Ambassador status was immediately picked up by Mehmet, and I was upgraded to a sea view corner Business Suite. My daughter, who is also an Ambassador member, received an upgrade to a sea view room. Many thanks Mehmet for your professionalism in this regard.
Rooms were immaculately presented, and all of the standard benefits offered without request. Breakfast was buffet style with an extensive range of hot and cold food options, and the staff were always at hand to assist. The bar at the top of the hotel is particularly noteworthy, with superb views of the river and sea along its entire length.
The hotel is situated atop a hill close to the nearby Besiktas J.K football stadium, and is within walking distance of a number of Palaces, Mosques and the Western bank of the Bosphorus River. There is a subway station a mere 250m from the hotel, from which you can reach the old city in a matter of minutes. Here you will find the Blue Mosque, Royal Palace and the phenomenal Basilica Cistern (seen in 007 from Russia with love and the second Da Vinci film, Inferno). There are many other sites to see and explore in this area, along with shops and restaurants of all varieties. If you prefer to ride the tram back to the hotel, there is a terminus a mere 300m from the football stadium, though the walk back up the hill in summer heat is not for the faint hearted!! Taxis are however in abundance here, and for a cost of around $5.00, you may choose to opt for the air conditioned alternative.
We utilized taxis and public transport throughout our stay, and the cross river ferry ride to the Asian side was comparable to the Star Ferry in HK at around a Dollar. If you prefer a longer river sightseeing trip, then this can be in the form of a dinner cruise or more intimate private yacht cruise, which takes around 2 hours and takes in breathtaking sites on both the Western and Eastern shores of the river. Sunset cruises are to be particularly recommended.
I must confess that this is one of the best Intercontinental hotels I have stayed in, and I look forward to returning again in the near future.
My thanks to all who took care of us during our stay!!:)

2026-06-25 • via Tripadvisor
Марина • solo_traveller • kz
10
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Dragan • couple • rs
7
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Bassam • solo_traveller • sa
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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najeeb • solo_traveller • il
9
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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S M Shohel • solo_traveller • ae
8
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Pavel • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
J
Jalal • family_with_children • ae
9
Cons:

Rooms needs renovation

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Serhan • couple • tr
9
Tekrar konaklama yapılacak 😎
Pros:

Konumu
Temizliği
Personel ilgisi

Cons:

Yok

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Masahiro • couple • jp
9
スイートの広さを望んでなかったので微妙
Pros:

朝食、ラウンジ・・・素晴らしい
何よりもすべてのスタッフの対応が素晴らしい

Cons:

クラブレベルの部屋（上層階）を予約したつもりだったが、２階に・・・ただスイートルーム
グループ使用がありバーも利用できず、上層階からの眺望は一度も望めなかった
コンセントがベッドサイドになく不便、シャワー設備も不完全

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • couple • nz
5
I would not stay again
Pros:

Overrated; missing details that should have been taken cared of
Super expensive

Cons:

Staff

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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ZAKI • couple • sa
7
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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ahmed • couple • ae
10
جميله جدا ومريحه
Pros:

الموظفين ودودون جداً ومتعاونين من حيث الاستقبال والخدمة

Cons:

لا يوجد

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Ali • extended_group • gb
10
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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paulmyers7 • Couples • Winter Park, Florida
10
Always exceeding expectations. Excellent stay.
Pros:

We had a three night stay here pre-cruise and loved the hotel. Extremely clean and welcoming. We were upgraded (IHG Ambassador) and had a room on the club level. All of the club space was on the lobby level and the evening cocktails and light bites were fantastic. Breakfast (also included) was very extensive with all of the normal offerings and many Turkish options. There is also a rooftop restaurant and bar which along with the view, was amazing. The room was very large with a good view of the Bosphorus. The highlight was the staff who were very accommodating and helpful including the concierge that took care of anything I requested. Thank you. I would definitely stay here on another visit to IST.

2026-06-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Abderaouf • solo_traveller • dz
9
Pros:

L'emplacement le service

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Guillermo • couple • ar
7
NO LE HACE HONOR A LA CADENA INTERCONTIENTAL servicios regulares NO VOLVERÍA
Pros:

HABITACIÓN muy cómoda

Cons:

La media pensión PESIMA siempre sopa , dos entradas , dos postres de opciones en un restaurante mal puesto
No se pueden cargar gastos a la tarjeta y pagar al final ……donde lo aprendieron ?

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee