5 Stunning Outdoor Hotel Pools In Istanbul With Day Passes
The hot summer days in Istanbul are no joke. The city is alive and buzzing throughout the summer, with the long days and perfectly clear weather making it a popular destination come summertime, but sometimes you just need a dip in a pool to cool off after a few days of exploring everything the city has to offer.
You don't have to take a trip to the Turkish Riviera to experience a resort-style pool day, though. There are plenty of stunning hotels in Istanbul that boast day passes to their outdoor pools, many of which overlook the Bosphorus and Sea of Marmara.
The following hotels on the European and Asian sides of Istanbul offer day passes, great views, and a serene space to cool down and enjoy a lazy pool day in the middle of the city:
The Beşiktaş neighborhood is plenty with beautiful Bosphorus-side restaurants and bars but the pool at the Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul is one of the best spots to spend a couple of hours enjoying sparkling water views and cold drinks. The outdoor pool is set against the Bosphorus with lounge chairs facing directly onto the waterway, which feels more like an escape to the Turkish Riviera than a city hotel.
The Peninsula Istanbul might be the easiest hotel pool to visit for cruise passengers spending the day at the Galataport. This jewel of a property is just minutes from the Galataport and Karaköy ferry station with unobstructed views of the infamous old-school Istanbul ferries that run along the Bosphorus, the Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque in the background.
The rooftop pool at the Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul in the Şişli neighborhood is one of the most stunning spots for spending the day poolside, enjoying the sun and watching it set. The rooftop location boasts stunning views of the Bosphorus from above and a breeze that's hard to beat on hot summer days in the city. Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
The Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus in Şişli is family-friendly and boasts resort-style amenities, a pool cafe, and a weekly barbecue on Sundays. The pool is quite large with plenty of sunbeds, which means you won't have to rush over in hopes of claiming a bed before other guests arrive. DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul - Moda
If you're looking for a hotel pool on the Asian side of the city, the DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul - Moda is going to be your best bet. The rooftop pool is complete with a bar, stunning views of the Sea of Marmara and the Historic Peninsula, and the day pass is relatively affordable.
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