Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus, Turkey - Unravel Travel TV

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With its Turkish underpinnings and sleek waterfront setting, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Bosphorus is the embodiment of modern Istanbul and perfect for those wanting to experience the city from a new perspective. A chic city retreat on Istanbul's glorious seafront, this converted Ottoman palace is surrounded by indigo waters and mountaintops. Visit the place where East meets West and the past meets whatever's coming next. Stimulating days and vibrant nights await at Four Seasons Hotel at the Bosphorus. A cosmopolitan escape unlike any other in Istanbul, each luxury hotel room at the Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus is a bright and airy example of what happens when new meets old, with the best possible results. Chic, luxury Istanbul hotel-room interiors mingle with centuries-old architectural details as balmy sea breezes give way to panoramic waterfront, garden and city views. As always, Four Seasons signature service is a quiet presence as you relax, dine and celebrate among Bosphorus's most beautiful and historic spaces. Dine at the Aqua Restaurant. Enjoy a late-night meal under the stars. Crisp tablecloths and gleaming silver play against the rhythm of the blue-green waters of the Bosphorus. Dine on traditional Italian dishes like Grouper Cacciuco and finish with flaky Turkish baklava for dessert. Slip into the Lobby Bar and Lounge to top off a fine meal or just take a mid-day break. Snacks, afternoon tea, wine by the glass - this all-day venue literally has it all. Live piano music continues into the evening. The Pool Grill is the place for savory kebabs, chops, and prawns as well as lunchtime coolers like Watermelon with White Cheese, Arugula Leaves, Pistachio and Pomegranate Sauce. The enduring mystique of the the Hammam (Turkish bath) combines with modern sophistication in our 2,100-square-metre (22,605-square-foot) Spa in Istanbul, housed in an old Ottoman Empire mansion. A holistic balancing spa treatment, Sodashi's 100% natural purifying mask and comforting wrap will relieve sluggishness and congestion. This energising experience is enhanced by a mini facial and massage to rejuvenate you. A holistic balancing spa treatment, Sodashi's 100% natural purifying mask and comforting wrap will relieve sluggishness and congestion. This energising experience is enhanced by a mini facial and massage to rejuvenate you. Activate the skin's own healing abilities from within, Samadara turns back the hands of time, hydrating and nourishing the skin to increase firmness and elasticity, while diminishing fine lines. Nightlife. Once the sun goes down, locals and travellers head to the restaurants, bars, and galleries that make up the area's emerging after hours scene. The Concierge can recommend some of the trendier (or lesser-known, if that's what you prefer) spots. The Four Seasons experience extends far beyond your room. Valet parking, complimentary overnight shoeshines and one-hour pressing, a car rental desk, and a currency exchange service are just a few of the ways we take care of you at every turn. The banks of the Bosphorus give rise to a coastal enclave of shimmering natural beauty and centuries-old architecture perched alongside a vibrant mosiac of cafés, clubs, restaurants, galleries, and shopping. Go outside the hotel o see the water and take in the vistas. The second busiest strait in the world, the Bosphorus never yields the same view twice. Ferries and yachts cruise alongside enormous barges hauling cargo. Sharp eyes could spot porpoises by day and fireworks by night. The 17th-century Sultanahmet Mosque -- commonly known as the Blue Mosque because of its 20,000 some cobalt-coloured tiles -- is the last of the city's imperial mosques. A visit from the Hotel is about a 20 minute drive. One of the best ways to experience Istanbul Bosphorus is to board a boat cruise that enter from the Black Sea and stops at various fishing villages. Cruises happen three times daily during the summer and once a day during the winter. Symbolic of the city's progressive and creative evolution, Turkey's first modern art museum occupies a converted warehouse at Karaköy. Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus Çırağan Cad. No. 28 34349 Istanbul Beşiktaş Tel. +90 (212) 381 40 00 Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus http://www.fourseasons.com/bosphorus Live broadcast Unravel Travel TV http://www.unraveltraveltv.com Unravel Travel TV Twitter http://www.twitter.com/UnravelTravelTV Unravel Travel TV on You Tube http://www.youtube.com/UnravelTravelTV Unravel Travel TV http://www.unraveltravel.eu