A former 18th century Pasha's mansion, the building was meticulously restored to create a 10 room boutique hotel lavishly decorated with influences from the Ottoman period combined with Feng Shui mysticism. Having won a number of travel awards, the hotel offers luxury and style in a stunning setting. There are 2 restaurants, a wine cellar, meeting rooms, 2400sqm Spa centre, a private cinema and 1 indoor and outdoor pool. In addition the hotel has free internet access and offers (fee payable) the services of a butler and transfers by boat.

The hotel enjoys a stunning location on the European banks of the Bosphorus in Kurucesme, approximately 1km from Arnavutkoy and 2.5km from Besiktas.

The hotel serves continental breakfast.