Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul occupies a historic building in Beşiktaş, close to Dolmabahçe Palace and the waterfront ferries, with the Bosphorus forming the hotel’s main orientation. Its 186 rooms and suites combine cool-toned interiors, chandeliers, marble bathrooms and Asian-influenced details with Ottoman references, many looking towards the strait. Shang Palace brings Cantonese cooking to the dining scene, while IST TOO, Le Bar and a leafy terrace extend the public spaces. CHI, The Spa, an indoor pool, hammam areas and event rooms sit within the building, just inland from the quays and palace walls.