Pera Palas Hotel

The grand hotel Pera Palas has recently been renovated, and brought back to the former glory it had in its golden days. The Pera Palas, designed by the French architect Alexander Vallaury, opened in October 1891. Among the visitors of Pera Palas are: Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, Ismet Inonu, Celal Bayar, Adnan Menderes, Fahri Koruturk, Refik Koraltan, King Zogo of Albania, Shah Riza Pehlevi of Iran, King Edward VIII of England, King Ferdinand of Bulgaria, King Carol of Romania, president Tito of Yugoslavia and Jacqueline Kennedy, Giscard d'Estaing, Von Papen, Mata Hari Cicero, Agatha Christie, Yehudi Menuhin and Marie Bell. Pera Palas, which survived the Ottoman decline, the founding of the Republic, two world wars and not to mention changing political, social and economic conditions has become a token of history. With a breathtaking view of the Golden Horn, Hotel Pera Palas has 145 rooms, including 6 suites and is equipped with all the modern comforts to make you stay more enjoyable. The ballroom with its incredible marble work and the historical elevator with its wrought iron and velvet cushion will impress you. Don't forget to take advantage of the wonderful selection of restaurants. The Main Restaurant offers a beautiful panoramic view over Golden Horn and the Pera. The most beautiful terrace in town is located at the Mirror Restaurant. If sweets are on your mind, one of the best patisseries is within arms reach. The celebrated Orient Bar of the Pera Palas offers an exciting history as once being the lair of spies such as Mata Hari, Kim Philby and Cicero. In the past, many Turkish intellectuals frequented the Orient Bar almost daily.