This elegant hotel has a fascinating history, having been converted from a former 19th-century bank on Voyvoda Street, a distinguished thoroughfare that once housed the banking institutions of the Ottoman Empire, including the country’s Central Bank which still stands nearby. Recently repurposed as a member of Design Hotels, the hotel is just a few steps from the Galata Bridge and the bustling ferry hub in Karakoy. Perched atop the hotel, the rooftop bar offers unparalleled views of the Golden Horn against the backdrop of the Old City skyline. Meanwhile, the Serica Restaurant invites guests on a culinary journey through the diverse flavours of the Aegean, the Black Sea, and the Southeast regions of Turkey.
TIME OUT TIP: For those intrigued by the banking history of the country, a visit to the neighbouring Salt Galata is a must. This remarkable cultural institution houses a banking museum, an ancient vault, a library of art books, and the Michelin-starred restaurant Neolokal.