Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel, Istanbul ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Barbaros Bulvari No: 145, Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey, 34349

Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel offers stunning views of the Bosphorus and features a luxurious spa, Bar 212, and an exclusive Club Lounge located on the 16th floor. This 5-star Istanbul hotel is strategically positioned midway between Taksim and Levent, providing easy access to shopping malls and business centers.

Rooms & Amenities

Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel features 213 modern and soundproof rooms with city or Bosphorus views. All accommodations offer flat-screen TVs, minibars, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi access, while select rooms grant access to the Club Lounge with additional privileges.

Dining & Nearby Options

Ezberbozan Bistro serves dishes influenced by Turkish and international culinary traditions, including Turkish lamb ravioli and grilled veal meatballs. Guests may enjoy drinks from around the world at Bar 212 on the top floor, which offers breathtaking views of the Bosphorus.

Leisure & Entertainment

The hotel includes R Fitness & Spa Center, which provides a Turkish Bath, sauna, steam room, and a heated indoor pool. The family-friendly environment also features entertaining evenings with local music and cultural experiences.

Business & Transportation

A business center with modern meeting facilities is available for corporate travelers. Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel is located 0.5 miles from Gayrettepe Station, giving guests straightforward access to public transport options for exploring surrounding landmarks, including Dolmabahce Palace and Hagia Sophia Museum.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Twin Room City View Club Lounge Access

Max:

3 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

Heating

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Executive Twin Room Club Lounge Access Bosphorus View

Max:

3 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Executive King Room Club Lounge Access Sea View

Max:

3 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Istanbul 6.7 km

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 40.5 km

Istanbul (IST) 42.2 km

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station 6.7 km

Underground

Gayrettepe800 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

EUR 13 per day

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Yoga class
Sports trainer

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Indoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Barbaros Bulvari No: 145, Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey, 34349

Map view

Barbaros Bulvari No: 145, Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey, 34349

City landmarks

Gallery

Dolmabahce Palace

2.7 km

Park

Yildiz Park

1.9 km

Museum

Yildiz Palace

1.5 km

Shopping Area

Zorlu Center

1.3 km

Ihlamurdere Cad. Ihlamur

Ihlamur Pavilion

1.7 km

Museum

Yildiz Chalet

920 m

Mall

Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Center

2.1 km

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

6.5 km

Esentepe Mahallesi

Dialogue in the Dark Istanbul Sergisi

810 m

Museum

Yildiz Palace Museum

980 m

Mosque

Ortakoy Mosque

2.1 km

Gallery

American Hospital

2.2 km

Museum

Maritime Museum

2.3 km

Island

Galatasaray Island

2.4 km

No:53 Yıldız Korusu

Cadir Kosku

1.2 km

Shopping Area

Profilo Shopping Center

1.2 km

Museum

Ihlamur Palace

1.5 km

University

Galatasaray University

2.6 km

Park

Fatih Ormani

1.5 km

Mall

Astoria Shopping Center

880 m

Has Firin Cad. No:75

Besiktas Cultural Center

2.1 km

Museum

Ataturk Museum

2.1 km

Park

Macka ParkI

2.4 km

Bosphorus suburbs

Ortakoy

2.2 km

Sinanpasa Mahallesi

Besiktas Kartal Heykeli

2.1 km

Mall

Kanyon Shopping Center

3.3 km

Shopping Area

Ozdilek Park

3.1 km

Mall

Metrocity Shopping Centre

3.1 km

Nearby

Barbaros Bulvari Besiktas

Yildiz Hamidiye Camii

420 m

Night club

Masquerade Club

550 m

Restaurants

Roof Restaurant

90 m

Balmumcu Mah. Barbaros Bulv. The Plaza Hotel No.165 Gayrettepe

Petra Roasting Co

280 m

Panorama Selenium Residence Besiktas

Piola Istanbul

290 m

Esentepe

Cafe Pimento Ev Yemekleri

490 m

Gayrettepe Mahallesi

The Hunger Gayrettepe

390 m

Yildiz Posta Cad. Musir Abdullah Sok. No:38 D:1 Besiktas Esentepe Mah.

Fish of North

410 m

YIldIz Posta Caddesi

Eataly

1.2 km

Zincirlikuyu

Donerist

580 m

Yildizposta cad. Esentepe mah. 23/10 Gayrettepe Sisli

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great view

Friendly staff

Slightly uphill

Limited dining options

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

8.3

Service

8.1

Dining

8.4

Michael

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.0/10

The hotel offers a stunning Bosphorus view from the rooms and tries their best to provide excellent service, although sometimes lacking attentiveness. The location in lively Besiktas is convenient for exploring Istanbul, but some may find it uphill. The dining experience includes delicious local Turkish cuisine and other amenities showcase a blend of positives and negatives.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms offer breathtaking views of the Bosphorus.

Service

7.0

The staff put in their best efforts to make guests happy, but may occasionally lack attention.

Location

8.0

Located in the Besiktas area on the European side with vibrant surroundings, though uphill for some.

Dining

9.0

The dining includes delicious local Turkish foods, a real treat for culinary enthusiasts.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides a range of facilities catering to different needs.

Jamie

United States, March 2024

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel with amazing views over Istanbul. The rooms were kept in immaculate condition, and the staff did their best efforts to make my stay enjoyable and satisfying. The location in the Besiktas area on the European side of Istanbul was perfect for exploring the city, though the uphill climb could be a consideration. The dining experience with delicious local Turkish foods was a real highlight. Overall, a great value for the money, with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms with Bosphorus view were kept in immaculate condition.

Service

8.0

From check-in to check-out, the staff promptly reacted to our comments and provided excellent service.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in Besiktas, a lively community on the Bosphorus with many shops and restaurants, but be prepared for an uphill climb.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience with delicious local Turkish foods was excellent.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Harry

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.6/10

Stunning views overlooking the Bosporus with exceptional service. The location is lively with many shops and restaurants, though slightly uphill. The dining options offer delightful Turkish cuisine, including gluten-free choices. The facilities are top-notch, ensuring a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms offer an extremely good view of the Bosporus.

Service

9.0

The staff do their best efforts to make you happy and satisfied in a harmonious and friendly manner.

Location

8.0

Located in Besiktas, a vibrant community on the Bosporus with numerous shops and restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience includes delicious local Turkish dishes.

Facilities

9.0

Modern and well-maintained facilities.

Great view

Slightly uphill

Barry

United States, January 2024

8.2/10

Wow, staying at this hotel was a true delight! The rooms offer amazing views over Istanbul, especially from the upper floors with a view to Bosporus. The service, starting from check-in to check-out, was top-notch, creating a friendly and harmonious experience. The location in Besiktas is vibrant, with many shops and restaurants around. The dining experience with delicious local Turkish cuisine was a real treat. However, there were some minor issues with staff attentiveness and the uphill location could be a bit tiring.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms with beautiful views over Istanbul were simply stunning.

Service

8.0

The staff did their best efforts to ensure a pleasant and satisfying stay, although a bit distracted at times.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located in Besiktas, a lively community on the Bosporus with ample shopping and dining options.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience offering delicious local Turkish foods was fantastic.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and added to the overall enjoyable stay.

Beautiful views

Staff attentiveness

Joseph

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.8/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel with extremely good views on the Bosporus. The rooms were comfortable with nice bathrooms and offered amazing views over Istanbul. The staff did their best efforts to make me happy and satisfied, although there were moments where they seemed a bit distracted. The location in Besiktas was lively with many shops and restaurants nearby, making it a convenient choice. The dining experience included delicious local foods of the Turkish kitchen, ensuring a delightful culinary experience. The facilities were well-equipped and maintained, adding to the overall comfort of my stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were comfortable with nice bathrooms and offered amazing views over Istanbul.

Service

8.0

The staff did their best efforts to make me happy and satisfied, with occasional moments of distraction.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in Besiktas is in a lively community on the Bosporus with plenty of shops and restaurants around, making it a convenient choice.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delightful with delicious local foods of the Turkish kitchen.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were well-equipped and maintained, adding to the overall comfort of my stay.

William

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms had amazing views of the Bosporus, and the bathrooms were lovely. The service was top-notch, with staff going above and beyond to make me feel happy and satisfied. The location in the lively Besiktas area was perfect for exploring Istanbul, but being uphill made it a bit tiring. The dining experience was delightful, offering delicious local Turkish cuisine. The facilities were excellent, adding to the overall enjoyment of my stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautifully appointed, with windows overlooking the Bosporus and providing stunning views.

Service

9.0

The staff promptly reacted to our comments and made every effort to ensure our comfort and satisfaction throughout our stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location in the vibrant Besiktas area on the European side of Istanbul was a great base for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

I thoroughly enjoyed the dining experience with a variety of delicious local Turkish dishes offered.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch, enhancing the overall experience of my stay.

Nick

United States, May 2023

8.6/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel with breathtaking views of the Bosporus from the room. The service was top-notch, although there were minor hiccups. The location was perfect for exploring Istanbul, but the dining experience left something to be desired.

Rooms

10.0

My room had an extremely good view of the Bosporus, making my stay truly memorable.

Service

8.0

The staff did their best to ensure my satisfaction, but there were moments of unavailability when service was needed.

Location

9.0

Located in the lively Besiktas community on the Bosporus, the hotel offers easy access to shops and restaurants.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience featured delicious local Turkish dishes, but more variety would have been appreciated.