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Sumahan on the Water - Special Class

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Bosphorus

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Fireplace
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
LCD TV, fireplace
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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Kuleli Caddesi No 43, Çengelköy, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34684
  • Bosphorus Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Taksim Square
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ciragan Palace
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Istanbul (IST)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Seaside stay .A stay at this Üsküdar hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Bosphorus and 2 miles (3 km) of Bosphorus Bridge. Beylerbeyi Palace and Adile Sultan Palace are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Beylerbeyi Palace - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Bosphorus Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Dolmabahçe Palace - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Taksim Square - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Ciragan Palace - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kisikli Station - 5 min drive
  • Umraniye Station - 6 min drive
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yakamoz Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Midyeci Ahmet - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Maa Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Espressolab - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chacha Balık - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sumahan on the Water - Special Class

5-star luxury hotel near Bosphorus
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A health club, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Sumahan on the Water - Special Class. Free valet parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Istanbul hotel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2005
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Sumahan on the Water - Special Class offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, Spanish, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 22 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 24 2023 to July 31 2024 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 25 2023 to November 24 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the dining venues
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Spa/Beauty services

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 100.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 22 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 100.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

The Turkish Ministry of Tourism assigns an official classification for accommodations in Türkiye. This Hotel property is awarded the following classification: Special Class.

Property is also known as

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Sumahan Water Hotel
Sumahan Water Hotel Istanbul
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sumahan on the Water - Special Class to the airport?

Sumahan on the Water - Special Class is 29.2 mi (46-min drive) away from the Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sumahan on the Water - Special Class have an airport shuttle?

Sumahan on the Water - Special Class offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 75 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Sumahan on the Water - Special Class offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sumahan on the Water - Special Class, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 22 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Please note that breakfast will be unavailable between November 25 2023 and November 24 2025 (subject to change).

Is there a casino at Sumahan on the Water - Special Class?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sumahan on the Water - Special Class?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sumahan on the Water - Special Class?

This hotel offers free valet parking. The parking area will be unavailable from November 25 2023 to November 24 2025 (dates subject to change).

Does Sumahan on the Water - Special Class have a pool?

Sumahan on the Water - Special Class does not have a pool.

Does Sumahan on the Water - Special Class have a restaurant?

Sumahan on the Water - Special Class is home to Waterfront Restaurant, which features Turkish cuisine and al fresco dining. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from November 25 2023 to November 24 2025 (dates subject to change).

Does Sumahan on the Water - Special Class have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Sumahan on the Water - Special Class to downtown Istanbul?

Sumahan on the Water - Special Class is 5.4 mi away from Istanbul.

Sumahan on the Water - Special Class Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

10/10 Excellent

Kaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing View of Bosphorus…

It was amazing. One of the best view in Istanbul. Highly recommended…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

cetin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Special location with fantastic service. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Sami

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
استغلاليين ليس كما فالصور تكييف حار غالي منطقة كئيبة معاملة سيئة من الموظفين
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

FAIK SERKAN

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cagdas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel has a beautiful view of Istanbul bospho
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

ALI

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Istanbul

I definitely stay again ristorante need improvement
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Menal

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Great Weekend Getaway

Overall a great experience. Location was absolutely fantastic located in minutes walk to Cengelkoy shopping/dining precinct. A special thanks to Mr Tamer who did an outstanding job as part of his duties.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

govindarajan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great view, comfortable hotel

it was a very good stay. the view was very good
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel with unique location. Staff is friendly. View is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous Views in a Gem on the Bosphorus

Sumahan is one of our favorite boutique hotels. Located directly on the Bosphorus on the Asian side, it has a superb view down the waterway to the old city of Istanbul. Plus you get to watch all the boats going by and the sea birds as well as dolphins playing out in the water (we spotted a group of dolphins three or four times during our stay). This is a small hotel - only 13 rooms, I think. It used to be 24 rooms when we stayed there previously, but the downturn in tourism has forced the owners to rent out one of the buildings. Still, it's a gem. The room we were in was on the second floor of the main building (actually the level you walk into from the street, as the building is set into a small hillside), and faced the water, as do all the rooms in the hotel. It had big windows that could be thrown open to enjoy the fresh breeze and sights and sounds of the Bosphorus. I think all the second floor rooms are similar. The first floor rooms are at water level and have a short lawn between their French doors and the water, with a couple of garden chairs and a small table set up for each room. The rooms are very comfortable - ours had a king bed, which was set up on a platform about one foot high (remember this if you get up in the night), and the bed as set at a slight angle in order to take advantage of the view out the windows - you can lie in bed and see the water. At the foot of the bed is a wide easy chair and ottoman that makes for great relaxing & viewing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the scenic point and beautiful view from the other side of Bophorus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

APW, DXB/UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly excellent small hotel tucked away on the waterside where you can while away the time and watch the ships go by accompanied by dinner, lunch, breakfast or even just a drink. Special mention should also be made of the staff who are exceedingly helpful. Thoroughly recommended. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is on the Asiatic side of Istanbul. situated on the Bosphorus. and has an unbeatable view of the waterway. By boat and taxi it is easily assessible to the European side. It would be difficult to find anything about which to complain. If one likes quiet and luxury at a reasonable price then this is the place to go. We have visited it over a number of years and always the staff have been kind and extremely helpful. We have never been disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Neculai Octavian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sumahan

The best hotel on the asian side
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suki, Brighton, UK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular views of the bridge, Bosphorus and European side. Beautiful library. Amazing food. And Halil on reception arranged everything requested in advance, with very quick and helpful replies by email. Highly recommend staying here for a romantic few nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Beata

Liked: Cleanliness
once we turn on the a/c it smelled like cigarettes .. we tried to open the windows but a lot of misquotes came in.. beautiful views and nice relaxed location, but the price is overpriced the hotel's bathrooms are not updated and the service is just not there..

10/10 Excellent

Hala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017