Soho House Istanbul occupies the Palazzo Corpi, a palace built in 1873 on Meşrutiyet Caddesi in Beyoğlu. It is both a private members’ club and a hotel with 87 bedrooms, and it keeps many original features, including 19th-century frescoes.
The house has four restaurants, a Cowshed spa with a traditional hammam, a gym, a screening room and a rooftop with a pool, a bar and views over the Bosphorus. It sits a short walk from Şişhane metro station.
Current access notice: Soho House is primarily a private members' club. Hotel rooms can be booked by non-members, but access to the clubhouse cannot be guaranteed, according to a booking guide, and parts of the house have member rules. Confirm access and photography rules with the hotel before you book.
Quick Facts
| Turkish name | Soho House İstanbul |
|---|---|
| Address | Evliya Çelebi Mahallesi, Meşrutiyet Caddesi No: 56, Beyoğlu, İstanbul |
| District | Beyoğlu |
| Metro | Şişhane (M2, A short walk, according to the House; confirm on a map app) |
| Best time to visit | Late spring to early autumn for the rooftop pool and bar. Winter suits the spa and the hammam. |
| Recommended duration | 1 to 3 nights, or a spa visit |
| Website | sohohouse.com/en-us/houses/soho-house-istanbul |
Booking and Check-In at Soho House Istanbul
Rooms are booked through Soho House or through travel partners.
- Non-members: a Soho Friends membership fee is added to non-member room rates, according to a booking guide.
- Spa and hammam: open to the public, booked through Cowshed.
- Phone: +90 212 377 7100.
- Check-in and check-out: not verified; confirm with the hotel.
Check with the hotel directly for current details.
Why Visit Soho House Istanbul?
Soho House turns a historic palace into a creative club, and the combination of ornate rooms, a rooftop and the Beyoğlu streets outside makes it one of the most distinctive places to stay in the city.
It works best for travellers who enjoy the club atmosphere and design, and who are happy to book the hotel through the route open to non-members.
Highlights of Soho House Istanbul
The Palazzo Corpi
The house stands in the Palazzo Corpi, built in 1873, and keeps original details such as 19th-century frescoes.
The grand rooms contrast with the contemporary art and furniture inside.
Tip: Look up as well as around when you enter; the frescoes are a main feature.
The rooftop
The rooftop has a pool, a bar and views over the Bosphorus. The Glass Building rooftop is also used for outdoor events.
It is the social centre of the house in good weather.
Tip: Check access rules for the rooftop and pool when you book.
Cowshed spa and hammam
The Cowshed spa offers facials and massages, and a traditional Turkish hammam is available to members and the public. Members book through the app, others through the Cowshed website.
A gym with a boxing ring is also on site.
Tip: Book treatments in advance if you are not a member.
Four restaurants
The House menu serves international dishes and contemporary Turkish food throughout the building. Cecconi's is the North Italian restaurant, with a Sunday brunch.
The four restaurants cover most meals without leaving the house.
Tip: Reserve Cecconi's for Sunday brunch.
A creative club atmosphere
Beyond the rooms there is a private screening room, daily member events and event spaces for weddings.
The mood is social and design-led.
Tip: Ask the hotel what is open to non-member guests.
Beyoğlu location
The house stands on Meşrutiyet Caddesi, a short walk from Şişhane metro station, with Galata and İstiklal Avenue close by.
The neighbourhood is full of galleries, bars and restaurants.
Tip: Use the metro to Şişhane for an easy arrival.
Atmosphere
The house is elegant, creative and social, with a club mood that is stronger in the evening. Hotel guests share the building with members, and some areas are reserved for them.
A booking guide describes the palazzo as adults-only after 18:00; confirm this with the hotel.
History of Soho House Istanbul
The Palazzo Corpi was built in 1873 in Beyoğlu and is the setting of Soho House Istanbul, which keeps original frescoes and features. The house combines a members’ club with a hotel.
The opening date of the club was not verified.
How to Get to Soho House Istanbul
The house is on Meşrutiyet Caddesi in Beyoğlu, a short walk from Şişhane (Zemin) station on the M2 metro line.
- Metro: take the M2 to Şişhane and walk.
- Taxi: the simplest way from the airports.
Use a map app for the final stretch.
Food Nearby
Meşrutiyet Caddesi and the Asmalımescit streets have many restaurants and bars, and Pera Palace Hotel is a short walk away.
What to Bring
Smart casual clothes, swimwear for the rooftop and your booking confirmation.
Photography Rules
House rules for photography were not verified; ask before taking photos in club areas.
Family Suitability
A booking guide describes the palazzo as adults-only after 18:00. Check the family policy with the hotel.
Istanbul Vibes Tips
- Ask what non-member guests can access before you book.
- Book spa and hammam treatments in advance.
- Reserve Cecconi's for Sunday brunch.
- Check the photography rules before you take photos.
- Use the M2 to Şişhane for an easy arrival.
- Confirm the adults-only hours after 18:00 if you travel with children.
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FAQ: Soho House Istanbul
What is Soho House Istanbul?
A private members' club and hotel in the 1873 Palazzo Corpi in Beyoğlu, with 87 bedrooms.
Can non-members stay?
Yes, rooms can be booked with a Soho Friends fee, but clubhouse access is not guaranteed.
Where is it?
On Meşrutiyet Caddesi in Beyoğlu, a short walk from Şişhane metro station.
Is there a spa?
Yes, a Cowshed spa with a traditional hammam, open to members and the public.
Is there a rooftop?
Yes, with a pool, a bar and Bosphorus views.
How many restaurants are there?
Four, including the House menu and Cecconi's.
Are there photography restrictions?
Rules were not verified; ask the hotel.
Is it expensive?
It is in the top price category (₺₺₺₺).
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