A Businessclass Verified Hotel
Perched above the storied Golden Horn in Istanbul’s vibrant Tepebaşı neighborhood—once affectionately called “Little Europe”—the Pera Palace Hotel stands as a living testament to opulence and history. Established in 1895 to accommodate travelers of the legendary Orient Express, the Pera Palace has earned its reputation as an icon of timeless luxury. Its Neo-Classical façade elegantly complements a lavishly ornamented, Ottoman-inspired interior, seamlessly blending East and West. Room 411 pays homage to Agatha Christie, who is rumored to have penned “Murder on the Orient Express” within its walls. Over the decades, the hotel has hosted an illustrious roster of guests, including royalty, diplomats, and cultural luminaries such as Zsa Zsa Gabor, Greta Garbo, Alfred Hitchcock, and Jacqueline Kennedy—many of whom have signature suites named in their honor. The property features 115 distinctively appointed rooms and suites, each offering plush lounge spaces, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, artisanal tea and coffee facilities, and indulgent bathrobes. Guests can select accommodations with sweeping views of the Bosphorus or the city skyline.
Epicureans are spoiled for choice: Agatha Restaurant presents an artful fusion of French, Italian, and Turkish culinary traditions, while the light-filled Kubbeli Saloon Tea Lounge invites you to savor a refined English Afternoon Tea, serenaded by live piano. Patisserie de Pera tempts with handcrafted chocolates, exquisite French pastries, and signature Turkish sweets in a boutique-style setting. The Orient Bar, a legendary gathering spot, offers expertly crafted cocktails and features live music performances every Friday. For al fresco dining and panoramic city vistas, the Orient Terrace is the perfect destination for morning espresso, light lunches, or leisurely evening cocktails amidst Istanbul’s summer breeze.