Raffles Istanbul
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Raffles Istanbul is a modern 5-star hotel perched above the Zorlu Center with sweeping Bosphorus and city views, an extensive art collection and a large spa. Reviewers repeatedly praise attentive butler-level service, spotless designer rooms and a very convenient connection to luxury shopping and transport.
When is the cheapest time to book Raffles Istanbul?
Across 56,013 tracked price checks, the cheapest booking window for Raffles Istanbul has been 31–60 days before check-in, at a $645 median per night. The observed median nightly rate is $699. The lowest nightly median over the next year is $602, around November 29.
| Date | Median | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2026 | $971 | $875 - $982 |
| Oct 25, 2026 | $870 | $771 - $876 |
| Oct 26, 2026 | $831 | $751 - $844 |
| Oct 27, 2026 | $873 | $786 - $887 |
| Oct 28, 2026 | $887 | $793 - $892 |
| Oct 29, 2026 | $752 | $713 - $855 |
| Oct 30, 2026 | $769 | $713 - $866 |
| Oct 31, 2026 | $713 | $695 - $871 |
| Nov 1, 2026 | $755 | $688 - $781 |
| Nov 2, 2026 | $840 | $748 - $866 |
| Nov 3, 2026 | $1,109 | $989 - $1,116 |
| Nov 4, 2026 | $1,122 | $1,005 - $1,130 |
| Nov 5, 2026 | $1,029 | $936 - $1,054 |
| Nov 6, 2026 | $912 | $816 - $918 |
| Nov 7, 2026 | $817 | $729 - $829 |
| Nov 8, 2026 | $733 | $664 - $754 |
| Nov 9, 2026 | $759 | $678 - $770 |
| Nov 10, 2026 | $764 | $683 - $775 |
| Nov 11, 2026 | $755 | $688 - $780 |
| Nov 12, 2026 | $648 | $626 - $651 |
| Nov 13, 2026 | $654 | $578 - $671 |
| Nov 14, 2026 | $676 | $605 - $686 |
| Nov 15, 2026 | $671 | $600 - $681 |
| Nov 16, 2026 | $756 | $670 - $760 |
| Nov 17, 2026 | $743 | $678 - $770 |
| Nov 18, 2026 | $686 | $608 - $691 |
| Nov 19, 2026 | $669 | $600 - $681 |
| Nov 20, 2026 | $634 | $578 - $657 |
| Nov 21, 2026 | $659 | $591 - $671 |
| Nov 22, 2026 | $613 | $543 - $617 |
| Nov 23, 2026 | $632 | $579 - $641 |
| Nov 24, 2026 | $637 | $590 - $652 |
| Nov 25, 2026 | $642 | $589 - $659 |
| Nov 26, 2026 | $652 | $603 - $667 |
| Nov 27, 2026 | $641 | $572 - $657 |
| Nov 28, 2026 | $659 | $594 - $671 |
| Nov 29, 2026 | $602 | $538 - $617 |
| Nov 30, 2026 | $610 | $556 - $632 |
| Dec 1, 2026 | $637 | $584 - $647 |
| Dec 2, 2026 | $642 | $595 - $657 |
| Dec 3, 2026 | $652 | $598 - $662 |
| Dec 4, 2026 | $657 | $608 - $673 |
| Dec 5, 2026 | $672 | $616 - $682 |
| Dec 6, 2026 | $617 | $569 - $631 |
| Dec 7, 2026 | $632 | $579 - $637 |
| Dec 8, 2026 | $637 | $590 - $652 |
| Dec 9, 2026 | $642 | $589 - $659 |
| Dec 10, 2026 | $652 | $603 - $667 |
| Dec 11, 2026 | $656 | $603 - $674 |
| Dec 12, 2026 | $681 | $632 - $698 |
| Dec 13, 2026 | $616 | $566 - $626 |
| Dec 14, 2026 | $631 | $585 - $653 |
| Dec 15, 2026 | $636 | $584 - $655 |
| Dec 16, 2026 | $641 | $595 - $657 |
| Dec 17, 2026 | $651 | $598 - $662 |
| Dec 18, 2026 | $656 | $608 - $673 |
| Dec 19, 2026 | $686 | $630 - $697 |
| Dec 20, 2026 | $671 | $622 - $687 |
| Dec 21, 2026 | $681 | $623 - $691 |
| Dec 22, 2026 | $696 | $645 - $712 |
| Dec 23, 2026 | $721 | $661 - $732 |
| Dec 24, 2026 | $731 | $677 - $753 |
| Dec 25, 2026 | $745 | $685 - $764 |
| Dec 26, 2026 | $771 | $714 - $782 |
| Dec 27, 2026 | $671 | $616 - $681 |
| Dec 28, 2026 | $681 | $632 - $705 |
| Dec 29, 2026 | $770 | $707 - $792 |
| Dec 30, 2026 | $845 | $785 - $875 |
| Dec 31, 2026 | $894 | $857 - $914 |
| Jan 1, 2027 | $778 | $751 - $803 |
| Jan 2, 2027 | $777 | $745 - $799 |
| Jan 3, 2027 | $677 | $651 - $694 |
| Jan 4, 2027 | $687 | $659 - $714 |
| Jan 5, 2027 | $703 | $679 - $727 |
| Jan 6, 2027 | $727 | $698 - $748 |
| Jan 7, 2027 | $632 | $611 - $653 |
| Jan 8, 2027 | $637 | $611 - $652 |
| Jan 9, 2027 | $637 | $616 - $659 |
| Jan 10, 2027 | $617 | $591 - $627 |
| Jan 11, 2027 | $622 | $601 - $641 |
| Jan 12, 2027 | $627 | $601 - $645 |
| Jan 13, 2027 | $627 | $606 - $649 |
| Jan 14, 2027 | $632 | $606 - $650 |
| Jan 15, 2027 | $637 | $616 - $657 |
| Jan 16, 2027 | $637 | $614 - $653 |
| Jan 17, 2027 | $617 | $593 - $632 |
| Jan 18, 2027 | $786 | $748 - $853 |
| Jan 19, 2027 | $688 | $652 - $740 |
| Jan 20, 2027 | $627 | $601 - $649 |
| Jan 21, 2027 | $632 | $611 - $652 |
| Jan 22, 2027 | $637 | $611 - $652 |
| Jan 23, 2027 | $637 | $616 - $657 |
| Jan 24, 2027 | $617 | $587 - $625 |
| Jan 25, 2027 | $622 | $601 - $629 |
| Jan 26, 2027 | $627 | $601 - $649 |
| Jan 27, 2027 | $627 | $606 - $644 |
| Jan 28, 2027 | $632 | $606 - $647 |
| Jan 29, 2027 | $844 | $800 - $885 |
| Jan 30, 2027 | $864 | $819 - $909 |
| Jan 31, 2027 | $2,416 | $2,332 - $2,531 |
| Feb 1, 2027 | $2,480 | $2,388 - $2,658 |
| Feb 2, 2027 | $2,477 | $2,393 - $2,670 |
| Feb 3, 2027 | $2,543 | $2,449 - $2,726 |
| Feb 4, 2027 | $2,540 | $2,453 - $2,738 |
| Feb 5, 2027 | $2,668 | $2,570 - $2,813 |
| Feb 6, 2027 | $2,665 | $2,574 - $2,824 |
| Feb 7, 2027 | $2,417 | $2,328 - $2,531 |
| Feb 8, 2027 | $1,806 | $1,743 - $1,875 |
| Feb 9, 2027 | $628 | $601 - $649 |
| Feb 10, 2027 | $627 | $604 - $655 |
| Feb 11, 2027 | $633 | $606 - $647 |
| Feb 12, 2027 | $637 | $616 - $655 |
| Feb 13, 2027 | $638 | $611 - $652 |
| Feb 14, 2027 | $617 | $593 - $627 |
| Feb 15, 2027 | $623 | $599 - $643 |
| Feb 16, 2027 | $627 | $607 - $646 |
| Feb 17, 2027 | $628 | $603 - $643 |
| Feb 18, 2027 | $632 | $611 - $649 |
| Feb 19, 2027 | $638 | $614 - $655 |
| Feb 20, 2027 | $637 | $616 - $653 |
| Feb 21, 2027 | $618 | $591 - $624 |
| Feb 22, 2027 | $622 | $602 - $649 |
| Feb 23, 2027 | $829 | $690 - $859 |
| Feb 24, 2027 | $878 | $848 - $910 |
| Feb 25, 2027 | $696 | $663 - $812 |
| Feb 26, 2027 | $637 | $616 - $653 |
| Feb 27, 2027 | $639 | $614 - $651 |
| Feb 28, 2027 | $617 | $593 - $627 |
| Mar 1, 2027 | $624 | $599 - $643 |
| Mar 2, 2027 | $627 | $606 - $651 |
| Mar 3, 2027 | $629 | $603 - $648 |
| Mar 4, 2027 | $632 | $611 - $649 |
| Mar 5, 2027 | $639 | $612 - $652 |
| Mar 6, 2027 | $637 | $616 - $653 |
| Mar 7, 2027 | $618 | $591 - $624 |
| Mar 8, 2027 | $622 | $602 - $645 |
| Mar 9, 2027 | $629 | $603 - $652 |
| Mar 10, 2027 | $627 | $608 - $651 |
| Mar 11, 2027 | $634 | $608 - $647 |
| Mar 12, 2027 | $637 | $618 - $653 |
| Mar 13, 2027 | $639 | $612 - $651 |
| Mar 14, 2027 | $617 | $596 - $627 |
| Mar 15, 2027 | $624 | $599 - $643 |
| Mar 16, 2027 | $627 | $608 - $650 |
| Mar 17, 2027 | $629 | $603 - $648 |
| Mar 18, 2027 | $632 | $613 - $647 |
| Mar 19, 2027 | $639 | $612 - $650 |
| Mar 20, 2027 | $637 | $617 - $653 |
| Mar 21, 2027 | $618 | $592 - $624 |
| Mar 22, 2027 | $622 | $602 - $645 |
| Mar 23, 2027 | $629 | $602 - $647 |
| Mar 24, 2027 | $627 | $608 - $650 |
| Mar 25, 2027 | $634 | $607 - $648 |
| Mar 26, 2027 | $637 | $618 - $653 |
| Mar 27, 2027 | $639 | $612 - $650 |
| Mar 28, 2027 | $617 | $596 - $626 |
| Mar 29, 2027 | $624 | $598 - $642 |
| Mar 30, 2027 | $627 | $607 - $650 |
| Mar 31, 2027 | $629 | $602 - $652 |
| Apr 1, 2027 | $687 | $665 - $707 |
| Apr 2, 2027 | $704 | $675 - $724 |
| Apr 3, 2027 | $717 | $695 - $735 |
| Apr 4, 2027 | $669 | $625 - $678 |
| Apr 5, 2027 | $672 | $652 - $697 |
| Apr 6, 2027 | $679 | $651 - $703 |
| Apr 7, 2027 | $682 | $661 - $707 |
| Apr 8, 2027 | $689 | $660 - $709 |
| Apr 9, 2027 | $702 | $681 - $719 |
| Apr 10, 2027 | $719 | $689 - $737 |
| Apr 11, 2027 | $667 | $644 - $677 |
| Apr 12, 2027 | $674 | $646 - $699 |
| Apr 13, 2027 | $677 | $656 - $702 |
| Apr 14, 2027 | $684 | $655 - $708 |
| Apr 15, 2027 | $687 | $670 - $703 |
| Apr 16, 2027 | $704 | $675 - $720 |
| Apr 17, 2027 | $717 | $687 - $734 |
| Apr 18, 2027 | $668 | $639 - $678 |
| Apr 19, 2027 | $672 | $652 - $675 |
| Apr 20, 2027 | $679 | $654 - $706 |
| Apr 21, 2027 | $682 | $657 - $709 |
| Apr 22, 2027 | $689 | $665 - $707 |
| Apr 23, 2027 | $704 | $675 - $720 |
| Apr 24, 2027 | $717 | $691 - $734 |
| Apr 25, 2027 | $669 | $644 - $680 |
| Apr 26, 2027 | $674 | $646 - $697 |
| Apr 27, 2027 | $677 | $652 - $701 |
| Apr 28, 2027 | $684 | $661 - $708 |
| Apr 29, 2027 | $689 | $661 - $706 |
| Apr 30, 2027 | $702 | $676 - $721 |
| May 1, 2027 | $759 | $733 - $779 |
| May 2, 2027 | $754 | $721 - $769 |
| May 3, 2027 | $777 | $748 - $805 |
| May 4, 2027 | $784 | $758 - $812 |
| May 5, 2027 | $789 | $757 - $816 |
| May 6, 2027 | $792 | $763 - $811 |
| May 7, 2027 | $809 | $783 - $831 |
| May 8, 2027 | $829 | $796 - $850 |
| May 9, 2027 | $752 | $722 - $763 |
| May 10, 2027 | $729 | $705 - $756 |
| May 11, 2027 | $739 | $709 - $762 |
| May 12, 2027 | $742 | $715 - $768 |
| May 13, 2027 | $749 | $729 - $770 |
| May 14, 2027 | $754 | $724 - $772 |
| May 15, 2027 | $751 | $729 - $757 |
| May 16, 2027 | $704 | $678 - $704 |
| May 17, 2027 | $729 | $699 - $754 |
| May 18, 2027 | $737 | $710 - $767 |
| May 19, 2027 | $744 | $720 - $770 |
| May 20, 2027 | $749 | $718 - $766 |
| May 21, 2027 | $752 | $724 - $769 |
| May 22, 2027 | $760 | $733 - $779 |
| May 23, 2027 | $704 | $664 - $713 |
| May 24, 2027 | $727 | $700 - $752 |
| May 25, 2027 | $740 | $715 - $765 |
| May 26, 2027 | $744 | $714 - $768 |
| May 27, 2027 | $747 | $720 - $764 |
| May 28, 2027 | $755 | $729 - $773 |
| May 29, 2027 | $759 | $727 - $777 |
| May 30, 2027 | $702 | $674 - $711 |
| May 31, 2027 | $730 | $705 - $755 |
| Jun 1, 2027 | $739 | $709 - $763 |
| Jun 2, 2027 | $742 | $715 - $768 |
| Jun 3, 2027 | $750 | $724 - $771 |
| Jun 4, 2027 | $754 | $724 - $771 |
| Jun 5, 2027 | $757 | $729 - $775 |
| Jun 6, 2027 | $705 | $678 - $714 |
| Jun 7, 2027 | $729 | $699 - $753 |
| Jun 8, 2027 | $737 | $710 - $762 |
| Jun 9, 2027 | $745 | $720 - $771 |
| Jun 10, 2027 | $749 | $718 - $766 |
| Jun 11, 2027 | $752 | $724 - $769 |
| Jun 12, 2027 | $760 | $733 - $779 |
| Jun 13, 2027 | $704 | $673 - $718 |
| Jun 14, 2027 | $727 | $700 - $752 |
| Jun 15, 2027 | $740 | $715 - $766 |
| Jun 16, 2027 | $744 | $714 - $771 |
| Jun 17, 2027 | $747 | $720 - $768 |
| Jun 18, 2027 | $755 | $729 - $776 |
| Jun 19, 2027 | $759 | $728 - $780 |
| Jun 20, 2027 | $702 | $674 - $716 |
| Jun 21, 2027 | $730 | $707 - $755 |
| Jun 22, 2027 | $739 | $708 - $766 |
| Jun 23, 2027 | $743 | $714 - $767 |
| Jun 24, 2027 | $750 | $724 - $771 |
| Jun 25, 2027 | $754 | $724 - $775 |
| Jun 26, 2027 | $757 | $729 - $779 |
| Jun 27, 2027 | $704 | $678 - $718 |
| Jun 28, 2027 | $729 | $699 - $755 |
| Jun 29, 2027 | $738 | $710 - $763 |
| Jun 30, 2027 | $745 | $720 - $771 |
| Jul 1, 2027 | $749 | $717 - $771 |
| Jul 2, 2027 | $753 | $724 - $774 |
| Jul 3, 2027 | $760 | $733 - $780 |
| Jul 4, 2027 | $704 | $660 - $720 |
| Jul 5, 2027 | $728 | $700 - $752 |
| Jul 6, 2027 | $740 | $715 - $766 |
| Jul 7, 2027 | $744 | $711 - $773 |
| Jul 8, 2027 | $748 | $720 - $768 |
| Jul 9, 2027 | $755 | $729 - $776 |
| Jul 10, 2027 | $759 | $726 - $783 |
| Jul 11, 2027 | $703 | $673 - $716 |
| Jul 12, 2027 | $730 | $705 - $755 |
| Jul 13, 2027 | $739 | $707 - $768 |
| Jul 14, 2027 | $743 | $711 - $768 |
| Jul 15, 2027 | $750 | $721 - $771 |
| Jul 16, 2027 | $754 | $721 - $778 |
| Jul 17, 2027 | $758 | $725 - $774 |
| Jul 18, 2027 | $704 | $678 - $718 |
| Jul 19, 2027 | $729 | $698 - $758 |
| Jul 20, 2027 | $738 | $706 - $763 |
| Jul 21, 2027 | $745 | $720 - $770 |
| Jul 22, 2027 | $749 | $717 - $773 |
| Jul 23, 2027 | $753 | $721 - $773 |
Observed sample summaries are historical price observations, not guaranteed availability.
Our review
Overall ratingA
Raffles Istanbul is a modern 5-star luxury hotel situated above the Zorlu Center, offering sweeping city and Bosphorus views. Reviewers consistently praise the property for its exceptional butler-level service, spacious designer rooms, and direct connection to high-end shopping and transport. While the hotel delivers a premium experience, guests occasionally note minor room maintenance issues and high pricing.
Best for
- Luxury shoppers and convenience seekers — The hotel offers direct access to the Zorlu Center, putting high-end shops, restaurants, and metro transport just steps away.
- Travellers prioritising top-tier service — Guests repeatedly highlight the highly attentive, personalised care provided by the dedicated butler and concierge teams.
- Event planners and business guests — With extensive banquet facilities, a ballroom, and successful hosting of weddings and conferences, the hotel is well-equipped for major events.
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious travellers — The premium pricing and high cost of stay are frequently flagged as drawbacks for those on a strict budget.
- Historic sightseeing enthusiasts — Located in the modern Beşiktaş district, the hotel is not within walking distance of the historic Sultanahmet area, requiring a transit or taxi ride to see old city sights.
Rating breakdown
- ALocation — Conveniently connected to Zorlu Center and the metro, though far from the historic Old City.
- A-Rooms — Spacious, clean, and comfortable with great views, though minor plumbing and fixture wear can occur.
- A+Service — Outstanding, highly personalised attention from the reception, concierge, and butler teams.
- A-Dining — High-quality breakfast and multiple dining outlets, though the breakfast selection leans heavily western.
- AFacilities — Excellent amenities including a large spa, indoor pool, gym, and an impressive in-house art collection.
- B+Value — Offers an ultra-luxury experience, but the high price tag is a consideration for some guests.
Verdict
Raffles Istanbul is an excellent choice for luxury travellers, couples, and business guests who value exceptional service, spacious rooms, and direct shopping mall access. Those looking to spend their trip exploring the historic Old City on foot or those on a tighter budget may want to look elsewhere.
31–60 days in advance
Across observed booking windows, median prices range from $645 to $829. The spread is modest, so treat this as a directional signal rather than a strict rule.
Booking window medians
56,013 price checks - high confidenceCompared with Istanbul
Its observed median is 165% above the Istanbul city median.
See the Istanbul timing chartFrequently asked questions
How much does Raffles Istanbul cost per night?
Observed nightly medians for Raffles Istanbul center on $699, ranging from $602 on the cheapest dates to $2,668 at the peak.
Is Raffles Istanbul cheaper last-minute or in advance?
Booking in advance has been cheaper: the 31–60 days window shows a $645 median per night, against $775 when booked 4–7 days before check-in.
Is Raffles Istanbul cheaper on weekdays than on weekends?
The day of the week barely moves the price: the Sunday–Thursday median of $644 and the Friday–Saturday median of $656 differ by less than 5%. The cheapest check-in day has been Sunday.
What is the cheapest time of year to stay at Raffles Istanbul?
Over the next year, March looks cheapest with nightly medians around $629, while October peaks at around $851.
When is Raffles Istanbul most expensive?
The highest nightly median observed over the next year is $2,668, around February 5. By booking window, prices peak at a $829 median when booked 0–1 days before check-in.
How does Raffles Istanbul compare with Istanbul hotel prices?
Its $699 observed median runs 165% above the Istanbul city median of $264.
Istanbul
Zorlu Center, Levazım, Vadi Cd, Beşiktaş, Istanbul 34340, Türkiye