July 2025. As of now, the two new 5-star hotels Aliée and Rixos Tersane Istanbul will enrich the portfolio of Waldburg Communications. The Munich-based agency is delighted to expand its client roster with these newly opened Istanbul properties and will oversee the PR mandate for the DACH region. Waldburg Communications represents prestigious hotel groups, unique properties, and sustainable island resorts around the globe.
A completely new urban district is taking shape along the banks of the Golden Horn: Tersane – urban, creative, and international. Located in the historic shipyard quarter where Ottoman vessels were once built, the two hotels sit directly on the waterfront, offering spectacular views across Istanbul. A place of heritage and vision, the area is currently being transformed into one of the city’s most exciting cultural and lifestyle hotspots.
Aliée captivates with iconic architecture and extraordinary interior design – a new highlight for design lovers on the Bosphorus. Rixos Tersane Istanbul brings modern luxury and an urban resort vibe to this striking new neighborhood. Its central location offers immediate access to the historic old town – while also looking ahead: to a creative, cosmopolitan Istanbul in transformation.
Since its opening in June 2025, Aliée Istanbul has made a bold architectural and design statement on the shores of the Golden Horn. Located directly on the waterfront in the Tersane district, just minutes from the historic old town yet far from the tourist crowds, Aliée offers a unique blend of serenity, sophistication, and sweeping views over the city.
The 122 rooms and suites are spread across four buildings: Foundry, Casthouse, Atelier, and the Heritage Villa – a listed former Ottoman bathhouse that has been carefully restored. The design was conceived by the internationally acclaimed Powerstrip Studio from Los Angeles, known for projects such as Hotel Zoo Berlin. Their approach: a harmonious balance of historic elements like exposed stone walls and soaring ceilings, combined with modern touches such as handwoven silk rugs, custom bas-relief headboards, and bespoke furnishings.
Aliée offers six distinct culinary concepts, including the restaurant “Taste” led by three-Michelin-star chef Thomas Bühner. Other highlights include the “Pink Bar”, featuring elegant Art Deco design, and “Little House”, reminiscent of a traditional Ottoman home.
Mondaine de Pariso is the signature dinner show restaurant at Aliée Hotel, developed in collaboration with Paris Society. Inspired by 1970s Parisian cabaret, it combines fine dining with live entertainment.
Paris Society – the creative force behind the concept – is renowned for iconic projects such as Hôtel Costes in Paris, as well as a range of exclusive restaurants and clubs including Monsieur Bleu at Palais de Tokyo and Gigi in Paris and Dubai – all known for their stylish ambiance and elevated cuisine. With Mondaine de Pariso, this unique sense of scene, style, and staging arrives in Istanbul for the very first time.
Aliée Well+ is a 4,000-square-meter spa that combines traditional Turkish hammams with modern wellness technologies. It features a lagoon pool, treatment rooms, and a longevity clinic offering personalized health programs.
With its opening in September 2024, Rixos Tersane Istanbul introduces the urban resort concept to the historic heart of the city. Located right next to the newly opened Aliée Hotel, the property also offers stunning panoramic views of the Golden Horn – a remarkable backdrop for modern city hospitality.
As a resort-inspired counterpart to the cinematic concept of Aliée, Rixos provides space for relaxation, leisure, and social encounters – all set within the cultural core of a newly emerging neighborhood. The interior features a sophisticated industrial look with maritime accents, subtly referencing the site’s historic shipyard past.
The culinary heart of the hotel is the Velena Food Market, featuring live cooking stations, Italian and Asian cuisine, and a popular Sunday brunch. In the Wine Cellar, guests can discover rare vintages and curated tastings, while the elegant Gowden Club offers cigars, jazz, and exclusive spirits. A true highlight is Josephine Istanbul – the fine-dining restaurant is already considered one of the city’s most elegant social spots. In the spacious lobby lounge, the Living Room, guests gather to unwind, work, or simply enjoy a drink with waterfront views.
The new urban resort is also fully equipped for sports and wellness: with a gym, outdoor fitness area, tennis and padel courts, and a large infinity pool with swim-up access. For relaxation, the Rixos Anjana Spa offers a hammam, steam room, and tailored treatments. Private boat docks also allow guests to arrive by water.
With Aliée and Rixos, Tersane is now home to two properties that not only set new architectural benchmarks but also rank among the most prestigious hotel openings of the year in Istanbul.
TERSANE – Istanbuls neue Downtown
With more than 300 concept stores, rooftop bars, restaurants, event spaces, and a marina, Tersane is becoming one of the most exciting urban hotspots in the city. The launch begins in autumn 2025 with the opening of the major retail and dining district. In 2026, another lifestyle hotel and the new Istanbul Maritime Museum – the cultural heart of the area – are set to follow.
Tersane Istanbul is evolving into the city’s new downtown – a vibrant waterfront neighborhood that blends heritage with contemporary lifestyle. Located right on the Golden Horn, the luxury hotels Aliée and Rixos Tersane establish two exclusive destinations, with a third hotel to open in 2026.
