Hotel Sumahan - on the Water

Kuleli Cad. No:43 Cengelkoy, Uskudar, 34684 Istanbul, Turkey – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 122 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.3
Wonderful
122 reviews

best place to relax. perfect view. friendly and professional stuff

Carlos Lebanon

staff are so friendly and very helpful. location is amazing and view is astonishing

Omran United Arab Emirates

The location is unbeatable, it’s one of the best spots on the Bosphorus, with an amazing view. The staff is very polite and helpful. It’s very clean, neat and well kept. The place is very decent with its staff, ambiance, food. It was truly exceptional experience! Very highly recommended for those looking for a decent high quality stay with amazing views. Please keep it like this! we’ll visit again.

Meltem Switzerland

The perfect place to get away from it all! Gorgeous views of the Bosporus helps to relax.

Jacob_arutyunov Russia

The view is impeccable, and the style as a boutique hotel.

Sayouri Kuwait

The view from the hotel is great. Nice big rooms. Comfy bed, quiet. Fireplace with real wood - smells so good. Excellent bathroom. We stayed in a suite and had own hamam and shower.

Inna United States of America

I liked every single aspect of this property , it’s a place where u can let go of memories and start manning new ones !

Hussein Saudi Arabia

Everything! The location is just beyond amazing!!!!the loft suite is wonderful! I want to thank Halil for being generous and helpful he made my stay very comfortable and lovely! Also I would like to thank Murat he is very nice and I wish him all the best! Sumahan hotel was excellent in all ways I would love to visit again in winter time ! Thank you for the beautiful experience 🙏💙

Sara Qatar

Magnificent location with the feeling you are living on the water!

Gary Australia

Like a small boutique Hotel on the Bosphorus. Incredible view, calm, great service. If you are looking for a beautiful and calm Hotel, we recommend.

Samir France
9.3
Wonderful
122 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “best place to relax. perfect view. friendly and professional stuff”
    Carlos Carlos Lebanon Lebanon
  • “staff are so friendly and very helpful. location is amazing and view is astonishing”
    Omran Omran United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
  • “The location is unbeatable, it’s one of the best spots on the Bosphorus, with an amazing view. The staff is very polite and helpful. It’s very clean, neat and well kept.”
    Meltem Meltem Switzerland Switzerland
  • “The perfect place to get away from it all! Gorgeous views of the Bosporus helps to relax.”
    Jacob_arutyunov Jacob_arutyunov Russia Russia
  • “The view is impeccable, and the style as a boutique hotel.”
    Sayouri Sayouri Kuwait Kuwait
  • “The view from the hotel is great. Nice big rooms. Comfy bed, quiet. Fireplace with real wood - smells so good. Excellent bathroom. We stayed in a suite and had own hamam and shower.”
    Inna Inna United States of America United States of America
  • “I liked every single aspect of this property , it’s a place where u can let go of memories and start manning new ones !”
    Hussein Hussein Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
  • “Everything! The location is just beyond amazing!!!!the loft suite is wonderful! I want to thank Halil for being generous and helpful he made my stay very comfortable and lovely!”
    Sara Sara Qatar Qatar
  • “Magnificent location with the feeling you are living on the water!”
    Gary Gary Australia Australia
  • “Like a small boutique Hotel on the Bosphorus. Incredible view, calm, great service. If you are looking for a beautiful and calm Hotel, we recommend.”
    Samir Samir France France

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities 9.0
  • Cleanliness 9.2
  • Comfort 9.4
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location9.4
High score for Istanbul

This Sumahan is set in a renovated, 19th-century distillery and sits right on the shores of the Bosphorus Straight. It offers sumptuous rooms with Bosphorus views and many include Turkish-style marbled bathrooms. The hotel also offers meeting facilities overlooking the Bosphorus where you can organize business events and meetings.

The furnishings are contemporary, while original elements such as wood beamed ceilings or fireplaces are retained. Bathing in plenty of daylight, all units feature satellite flat-screen TVs, DVD players and free wired internet.

Sumahan’s on-site wellness center includes a traditional Turkish hammam and a fitness center. Guests can also treat themselves to an invigorating massage.

Waterfront Restaurant is a casual-chic bistro/café that starts the day with a rich open breakfast buffet and followed by Turkish and International cuisine à la carte menu all-day-long. The waterfront terrace is a perfect place for winding down with an afternoon tea, sunset drinks or celebrating a special event.

Hotel Sumahan - on the Water is merely 5 minutes’ walk to the Çengelköy Jetty, linking directly by ferryboat to Istanbul’s European side. Capitol Shopping Mall is 3.1 mi from the property with many shops and eateries. Emaar Square Mall is 5.2 mi from Sumahan - on the Water while Akasya Shopping Mall is 6.8 mi away. It also provides free private parking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Sumahan - on the Water has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jul 20, 2009

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Most popular amenities

Spa
Free parking
Family rooms
Fitness center
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant

Currency Exchange: Need local currency? This property has currency exchange on site.

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Max adults: 2
Deluxe Room
  • 2 twin beds and
  • 1 queen bed
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Max adults: 3
Loft Suite
  • 1 full bed
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Max adults: 2
Executive Suite
  • 1 queen bed
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Max adults: 4
Family Suite
  • Bedroom 1: 1 full bed
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
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Max adults: 4
Family Suite
  • 1 king bed
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Guest reviews

9.3
Wonderful · 122 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities 9.0
  • Cleanliness 9.2
  • Comfort 9.4
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location9.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Carlos Lebanon

    “best place to relax. perfect view. friendly and professional stuff”

  • Omran United Arab Emirates

    “staff are so friendly and very helpful. location is amazing and view is astonishing”

  • Meltem Switzerland

    “The location is unbeatable, it’s one of the best spots on the Bosphorus, with an amazing view. The staff is very polite and helpful. It’s very clean, neat and well kept. The place is very decent with its staff, ambiance, food. It was truly exceptional experience! Very highly recommended for those looking for a decent high quality stay with amazing views. Please keep it like this! we’ll visit again.”

  • Jacob_arutyunov Russia

    “The perfect place to get away from it all! Gorgeous views of the Bosporus helps to relax.”

  • Sayouri Kuwait

    “The view is impeccable, and the style as a boutique hotel.”

  • Inna United States of America

    “The view from the hotel is great. Nice big rooms. Comfy bed, quiet. Fireplace with real wood - smells so good. Excellent bathroom. We stayed in a suite and had own hamam and shower.”

  • Hussein Saudi Arabia

    “I liked every single aspect of this property , it’s a place where u can let go of memories and start manning new ones !”

  • Sara Qatar

    “Everything! The location is just beyond amazing!!!!the loft suite is wonderful! I want to thank Halil for being generous and helpful he made my stay very comfortable and lovely! Also I would like to thank Murat he is very nice and I wish him all the best! Sumahan hotel was excellent in all ways I would love to visit again in winter time ! Thank you for the beautiful experience 🙏💙”

  • Gary Australia

    “Magnificent location with the feeling you are living on the water!”

  • Samir France

    “Like a small boutique Hotel on the Bosphorus. Incredible view, calm, great service. If you are looking for a beautiful and calm Hotel, we recommend.”

Property questions and answers
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  • Pls advise if two seperate beds available?
    Hello, We have a separate bed, room in our hotel. Best Regards Recepion Clark Engin COŞKUN
    Asked about: Deluxe Room • Answered on June 24, 2021
  • Hello are kids not allowed On the property?
    Dear Sir&Madam, Thank you for the interest that you have shown in Sumahan on the Water. Unfortunately, the Hotel management could not accept children between the ages 0-12 in the hotel. Sorry for the situation and thank you for your understanding.
    Answered on February 17, 2022
  • Hi, do you have charging stations in your car park? (Even an electrical plug would work for us). Thank you!
    Hı, Unfortunately, we don't have charging stations for our car parking. Best Regards, Halil
    Asked about: Deluxe Room • Answered on August 6, 2021
  • Are breakfast including?
    The breakfast rate is 20 EURO per person/day additional if requested in the reservation.
    Answered on October 22, 2021

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Hotel surroundings *
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Beylerbeyi Palace
    1 miles
  • 15 July Martyrs Bridge
    1.1 miles
  • Liv Hospital
    1.3 miles
  • Bebek Park
    1.6 miles
  • Istanbul Golf Club
    1.7 miles
  • Bogazici University
    1.7 miles
  • Galatasaray University
    1.7 miles
  • Kucuksu Pavilion
    1.8 miles
  • Yildiz-Park
    1.9 miles
  • Zorlu Center
    2 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Borsa Kandilli
    1.9 miles
  • Restaurant Delmare
    0 miles
  • Restaurant İskele
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Çınaraltı
    0.1 miles
Top attractions
  • Dolmabahce Palace
    2.9 miles
  • Dolmabahce Clock Tower
    3.1 miles
  • Istanbul Sapphire
    3.2 miles
  • Maiden's Towers
    3.4 miles
  • Taksim Metro Station
    3.6 miles
  • Taksim Square
    3.7 miles
  • Istiklal Street
    3.8 miles
  • Istinye Park Shopping Center
    4 miles
  • Galata Tower
    4.5 miles
  • Turk Telekom Stadium
    4.6 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Çamlıca
    3.1 miles
  • Ocean/Sea Riva
    18.6 miles
Closest Airports
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    17.1 miles
  • Istanbul Airport
    21.4 miles
  • Corlu Airport
    59.3 miles
How to get to Sumahan - on the Water from Istanbul Ataturk Airport
    Private shuttle
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Waterfront Restaurant

    Food: Mediterranean, Turkish

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Sumahan - on the Water

Most popular amenities

Spa
Free parking
Family rooms
Fitness center
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
Internet
Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage Additional charge
  • Hand massage Additional charge
  • Head massage Additional charge
  • Foot massage Additional charge
  • Neck massage Additional charge
  • Back massage Additional charge
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Turkish/Steam Bath Additional charge
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Turkish
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House rules Sumahan - on the Water takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

4:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Check-out

6:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed by request
€ 100 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa American Express Sumahan - on the Water accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

FAQs about Sumahan - on the Water

  • The prices at Sumahan - on the Water may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Sumahan - on the Water has 1 restaurant:

    • Waterfront Restaurant

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Sumahan - on the Water (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private Parking
    • Parking
    • Street parking
    • Free parking

  • Sumahan - on the Water offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Turkish/Steam Bath
    • Hand massage
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Foot massage
    • Locker rooms
    • Fitness
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Neck massage
    • Spa facilities
    • Full-body massage
    • Back massage
    • Head massage

  • Sumahan - on the Water is 5 miles from the center of Istanbul.

  • Yes, Sumahan - on the Water is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Sumahan - on the Water is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Sumahan - on the Water by:

    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 45min

  • Room options at Sumahan - on the Water include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Family