Mariam Nihal

Saudi Gazette

As Frank Ocean would say, “Go ahead and watch the sun blaze on the waves of the ocean.” You always wonder about heaven and feel close to it when an unprecedented and extraordinary vision takes your breath away.



A’jia is located by the Bosphorous and is an intricate design of just 15 rooms. A’jia is a traditional Ottoman mansion that was converted into a beautiful boutique hotel that jewels the Asian shores of the Bosphorus.



The moment you walk into their room, you would wish for nothing long lasting but perhaps that you could retire in it. Its centuries old architecture tells tales of the past. Perhaps you spent the night in one of the emperor’s room, the long forgotten tale of history the venue offers.



The modern twist adds to the old beauty and their balconies open up straight to the Bosphorus. That is a view, only reality can dictate. You have seen the fanciest five star hotel in your previous travels and your next trip to one of the cosmopolitan cities will include that prestigious name somewhere between downtown or on the high fashion street.



But it seems like everyone can afford your kind of luxury. Even the ones you think don’t belong there. Money can buy a lot, many argue it can buy class, taste, the adventures and well the rest have other uses for it.



But if you were making plans to get away to that mesmerizing and exotic location you can always remember — A’jia hotel.



It’s a beautiful getaway, it serves as the most popular venue for intimate events and weddings. Book honeymoons, an exciting getaway spot with your best friend or a romantic break. Most people rent out the whole hotel, given its intimate character. But don’t be fooled by the hotel stats, because contrary to your preconceived thoughts, this one turns out to be a surprisingly unique tale.



Room service is an old notion. Consider them at your beck and call 24/7 and a little more. They want to get your order right but they want to get it sooner than you can contemplate, without compromising on exquisite quality.



With breathtaking scenes of the Bosphorus, A’jia even offers a private access to historical and cultural attractions of the city.



You think bringing back the 1800s to life would be far too ambitious? Fortunately, you can take advantage of the architecture that is centuries old and yet is designed, furnished and equipped with modern technology to blend contemporary élan perfectly with the timeless elegance of the 1800’s. The A’jia restaurant serves excellence, in the form of intercontinental cuisine.



They have a set menu and the honest truth is, the view will blow your mind away, so your taste buds and culinary senses need not worry. Because what can be more wonderful than sitting in the lap of luxury with only heaven on your mind?