The Bank Hotel Istanbul, A Member Of Design Hotels, Istanbul

The Bank Hotel Istanbul, A Member Of Design Hotels - A 5-star luxury boutique hotel with rooftop dining, original bank vault meeting rooms, and Golden Horn views

This 5-star hotel occupies a restored historical building on Bankalar Caddesi in the Karaköy district, featuring original German-made vaults that now store fine wines. Rooms include Classic King (215.5 ft²), Superior King (269 ft²), Deluxe options (312 ft²), and suites up to 893.5 ft², all with patterned ceilings, green or white Carrara marble bathrooms with rain showers, and specially designed furniture. The rooftop restaurant offers international cuisine with views across rooftops to the Golden Horn, Galata Bridge, and the old city domes and minarets, accompanied by an extensive Turkish wine list. The property includes a spa with a classic white marble Turkish hammam, fitness center, sauna, steam rooms, and three treatment rooms. Four meeting rooms accommodate 5 to 40 people with free high-speed wireless internet and projection systems. The Bank Hotel Istanbul provides concierge service, luggage storage, and laundry services, while Friday Sessions feature DJ performances at The Bank Lobby Bar. This Design Hotels member is within walking distance of Istanbul Modern, Elipsis, Gallery Mana, and Istanbul 74 art galleries.

Pros

Rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of the Golden Horn and historical peninsula

Original bank vaults repurposed as unique meeting and wine storage spaces

Spa facilities include a traditional Turkish hammam and couple's treatment room

Located in the artistic Karaköy district near multiple contemporary art galleries

Historical building preservation with original architectural features and high ceilings

Cons

No swimming pool on the property

Limited accessibility with only one disabled-access room available