A WORLD APART IN THE HEART OF ISTANBUL, AGAINST THE BACKDROP OF THE BOSPHORUS, VAKKO HOTEL & RESIDENCE SUMAHAN BOSPHORUS BRINGS A CENTURIES-OLD OTTOMAN DISTILLERY INTO A NEW ERA

Set in a landmark waterfront property, in a former 19th-century Ottoman distillery that produced 'suma', the unadulterated spirit made from figs that was used to make high proof ‘raki’ - the Ottomans favourite tipple, and barges laden with figs would arrive

to keep the stills of the Sumahan Distillery busy, nowadays it produces a different kind of spirit - that of genuine hospitality matched by unparalleled 5-star service, while offering a unique blend of history, luxury, a glamorous atmosphere, tranquillity,  and where guests are whisked across the Bosphorus between two continents by private motorboat.

Located in the idyllic Cengelköy neighbourhood on Istanbul's Asian side, Vakko Hotel & Residence Sumahan Bosphorus is an enchanting retreat for those looking for privacy, peace, and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of the city, matched with 

unrivalled hospitality in an unbeatable location on the shores of the Bosphorus.

This unique property encapsulates 12 rooms and suites including maisonettes, all boasting spectacular views of the bustling Bosphorus and the European continent in the distance, and each room and suite is named after a star. Down in the garden below, featuring a spectacularly soothing decorative water feature, the garden & terrace welcomes guests to relax and take in the panoramic views. When it comes to wellness, a state of the art Techno Gym and traditional Turkish Haman is found inside the hotel itself, whilst spa treatments are offered in the privacy of guest rooms & suites.

A plethora of dining options await guests, with authentic Italian flavours landing at the hotel with 'Vakko Le Specialità', while the storied Parisian institution, 'Caviar Kaspia' serves an extensive menu that celebrates the “art of caviar”, and perfectly complimented by Vakko's signature artisanal French patisserie - 'Vakko L’atelier to enjoy from Breakfast to Afternoon Tea.

For those who wish to explore the majesty of Istanbul and its fusion of rich history, culture and spectacular sites, welcome aboard the Vakko Boat, for the best seats to see all the beauty of the Bosphorus, along with a myriad of castles, palaces and historical mansions up and down its shores, and nothing beats arriving at the hotel aboard the hotel's exclusive cabin cruiser, right to Vakko's private jetty.