Prestigious 5-Star Rating from Forbes Travel Guide

Istanbul, 7 February 2024; The recipients of Forbes Travel Guide’s prestigious ‘Star Awards’ for 2024 have been unveiled. Çırağan Palace Kempinski İstanbul has once again been honoured with an esteemed 5-star rating, following a series of remarkable upgrades to its rooms, restaurants and lobby, marking a spectacular start to the new year. Forbes Travel Guide is the sole global rating system employing trained and seasoned reviewers to meticulously assess luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and cruise ships.

Distinguished for its exceptional standing within the hospitality sector, Çırağan Palace Kempinski İstanbul reaffirms its unwavering commitment to excellence with this prestigious ‘5 Star’ accolade in the 2024 edition of the esteemed ‘Star Awards’ hosted annually by Forbes Travel Guide.

‘We take great pride in this prestigious award, as it reflects the outcome of an independent and thorough evaluation of both our service standards and our hotel by Forbes Travel Guide, one of the most esteemed evaluation systems in the tourism industry’, remarked Ralph Radtke, General Manager of Çırağan Palace Kempinski İstanbul and Regional Manager of Kempinski Residences Türkiye. ‘We are thrilled to receive this special award again this year, validating our ongoing commitment to guest satisfaction and acknowledging the efforts we make to ensure memorable experiences for our guests. Winning this award, particularly in light of our recent hotel upgrades, serves as a significant source of motivation for our entire team. This success carries the weight of responsibility, which we accept with pride, knowing that it will not only elevate the profile of our hotel but also enhance the promotion of the destination itself'.’ Radtke added.

Amanda Frasier, Head of Ratings at Forbes Travel Guide, noted, ‘This year’s awards mirror the anticipated surge in demand for increasingly exhilarating travel experiences. The winning businesses are showcasing excellence in their respective fields while redefining the future of luxury across design, cuisine and wellness. Congratulations to all the 2024 winners who persist in providing travellers with innovative and exceptional guest experiences.’