Located on the edge of Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district, this special class hotel has a Turkish hammam, massage services and free WiFi is available in the entire hotel. The air-conditioned rooms at the Best Western Empire Palace are furnished with Turkish-inspired décor. They include extra-long beds, satellite TV and a seating area with a work desk. The bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer. A rich buffet breakfast can be enjoyed in the mornings at the restaurant. Facilities at the Empire Palace include a tour desk and car hire. The hotel can also arrange airport transfers upon request. The hotel is situated opposite Gülhane Park and Topkapi Palace. The Hagia Sophia and Egyptian Spice Bazaar are within 500 metres of the hotel. Istanbul Airport is 52 km from the property.Show full description
Opened January 2023. Located in the centre of Istanbul, Asilzade Hotel Sirkeci is situated 700 metres from Basilica Cistern and 700 metres from Spice Bazaar. The property is set 1.3 km from Suleymaniye Mosque, less than 1 km from Hagia Sophia and 1.8 km from Galata Tower. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Asilzade Hotel Sirkeci every room comes with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Column of Constantine, Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 44 km from Asilzade Hotel Sirkeci.Show full description
Opened May 2022. Attractively set in the centre of Istanbul, BRAKO HOTEL is within 700 metres of Basilica Cistern and 1.1 km of Column of Constantine. Popular points of interest nearby include Suleymaniye Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Galata Tower. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a concierge service and free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Popular points of interest near BRAKO HOTEL include Spice Bazaar, Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 44 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Situated in a central location in the old town of Istanbul, DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul - Sirkeci offers proximity to city's attractions and various means of public transportation. Located at the backdrop of Topkapi Palace, offering a rooftop terrace with views of Bosphorus, this hotel comes with a spa and wellness centre. Elegantly decorated, spacious rooms at DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul - Sirkeci offer TV, free WiFi and air conditioning. They all include an ergonomic desk. The en suite bathrooms come with bathrobes and slippers. Some rooms offer a balcony with city views. Guests can enjoy their meals at the hotel's restaurants including Gulhane Main Restaurant offering breakfast, or the terrace top restaurant Bosphorus Terrace featuring panoramic city view and à la carte menu. A contemporary ambience and the hotel's DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookie will help you feel right at home. Room service is available 24 hours a day. You can exercise in the hotel's well-equipped fitness centre or relax in hammam and sauna. DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul - Sirkeci is a gateway to popular landmarks, including Hagia Sophia, 500 metres away. The hotel is adjacent to Gulhane Park and within walking distance from Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace. The Grand Bazaar is 1.4 km from the property. Across the hotel, guests can find an entrance to the Marmaray Sirkeci Metro Station connecting the city's European and Asian sides. This line also offers easy access to Taksim Square's lively streets with many shops and Ataturk Airport via connected metro lines. The nearest ferry port is a 5-minute walk away. Istanbul Airport is 53 km from the hotel while Sabiha Airport is 47 km away.Show full description
Situated 500 metres from Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, Hotel Black Tulip is located centrally in the historic Sultanahmet area. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, a satellite TV and a minibar. All rooms at Black Tulip Hotel are decorated with elegant furnishings. Tea and coffee making facilities are available in each unit. Safety deposit box is standard. Daily breakfast is served buffet style and various kinds of cheese, fruits and pastries are offered. There are numerous cafés and restaurants in the surrounding area, serving dishes from local and international cuisines. Around-the-clock front desk service is available. Airport shuttle services are provided at a surcharge. Guests can benefit from the room service. Gulhane Tram Station, offering easy access to other sites of the city including Taksim Square, is 20 metres from the property. Grand Bazaar is 900 metres away and the iconic Galata Tower is 1.8 km away. Ataturk Airport is within 20 km. Istanbul Airport is 53 km from the property.Show full description
Newly opened, March 2024. Conveniently situated in the centre of Istanbul, Iris Han Hotel is within less than 1 km of Basilica Cistern and a 13-minute walk of Column of Constantine. The property is around 1.2 km from Suleymaniye Mosque, 1 km from Hagia Sophia and 1.9 km from Galata Tower. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Iris Han Hotel each room comes with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Spice Bazaar, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 44 km from Iris Han Hotel.Show full description
Great value. Rooftop pool. Located in Istanbul and with Istanbul Archaeological Museum reachable within 500 metres, Miss Istanbul Hotel & Spa features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a spa & wellness centre. Popular points of interest nearby include Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar and Column of Constantine. The property offers a 24-hour front desk. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom, while some rooms at Miss Istanbul Hotel & Spa also provide guests with a seating area. At the accommodation the rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A buffet breakfast is served daily at the property. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the on-site restaurant, which serves Turkish cuisine. At Miss Istanbul Hotel & Spa guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub, a sauna and a Turkish bath. For guests' convenience, the hotel has a business centre with printing, copying and fax services. Blue Mosque is 1.6 km from Miss Istanbul Hotel & Spa, while Spice Bazaar is 1.8 km from the property. Ataturk Airport is 17 km away while Istanbul Airport is within 53 km.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Rooftop restaurant. Rooftop bar. Occupying a lively corner in Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet district, Hotel Yasmak Sultan offers spacious rooms with free WiFi. It features a traditional Turkish spa, indoor pool and a panoramic restaurant. Yasmak’s rooms are elegantly furnished and offer a private bathroom with marbled countertop basin and a bathtub. Each is equipped with a satellite TV while some rooms include a seating area. Hotel Sultan’s spa comprises a marbled Turkish hammam and a dry sauna. Guests can also enjoy a relaxing massage or work out in the gym. The Olive Restaurant serves Turkish and international cuisine with a scenic view, overlooking the Topkapi Palace and Bosphorus Straight beyond. A variety of refreshing beverages and snacks are offered at the Lobby Bar. Staff at Hotel Yasmak Sultan can provide a car rental service and advice on city excursions. Ataturk Airport is a 15-minute drive away while Istanbul Airport is 52 km away.Show full description
Charming. Historic. Comfortable beds. Hotel Black Pearl is located in a convenient location ins Historic Peninsula. Free Wi-Fi access is available. All the air-conditioned rooms in Hotel Black Pearl are fitted with a flat-screen cable TV, an electric kettle and a minibar. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. At Hotel Black Pearl you will find a 24-hour front desk. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge and luggage storage. There is an array of restaurants and shops in the surrounding area. The hotel is 1 km from Topkapi Palace and 600 metres from Hagia Sophia. Ataturk Airport is 22 km away.Show full description
This small hotel has super comfortable beds and very cosy rooms.
Cosy rooms. Only 700 metres to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, Nea Suites Old City is a 15-minute walk to the Blue Mosque. It offers spacious suites with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. All suites at Old City Nea Suites come with elegant decoration. The TVs feature satellite channels. Some suites offer a terrace with panoramic sea and city views. The breakfast is served as room service. Airport shuttle service can be provided at a surcharge. Nea Suites Old City is only 100 metres to Sirkeci Tram Stop, which allows easy access to Taksim Square. Istanbul Airport is within 52 km.Show full description
Only 70 metres from Sirkeci Train Station, this hotel is 12 minutes’ walk to Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern. Galata Bridge and Spice Bazaar are a 4-minute walk away. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas. All rooms at Eurostars Hotel Old City include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a minibar. There is an electric kettle and a safety deposit box. Private bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can relax in the Turkish bath, sauna or massage room. Room service, 24-hour front desk and laundry are available. Sirkeci Tram Station is 50 metres away and a short tram ride takes you to Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar. Breakfast buffet is served every morning at Eurostars Hotel Old City. Nearby restaurants and cafes suit all kinds of culinary tastes. Ataturk Airport is 20 km away. A shuttle service can be arranged on request at an additional fee. Istanbul Airport is 47 km away.Show full description
Highly elegant. Great breakfast. Rooftop restaurant. Renovated in 2020, Golden Horn Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the Hagia Sophia. The air-conditioned rooms offer free WiFi. Rooms at Golden Horn are spacious and include a flat-screen satellite TV. Each has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. A rich breakfast is served on Golden Horn's terrace, where guests can take in panoramic views of Istanbul. Tea and coffee service is available in the afternoon. The a-la-carte terrace restaurant offers meals outdoors or indoors. The classic-style lobby bar offers drinks and a 24-hour room service is provided on site. Golden Horn Hotel also offers complimentary dessert, tea and coffee service at certain hours of the day. Golden Horn Hotel has a great location for sightseeing Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet district. Airport transfer service is available upon request at a surcharge. Istanbul Airport is 46 km away.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most ELEGANT hotels in İstanbul.
Delightful property. Historic property. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Set in a 150-year old renovated Ottoman tobacco company building, Régie Ottoman Istanbul is located in the Historic Peninsula. Has a Turkish-Anatolian cuisine restaurant that is in Michelin Guide 2023. The historic Sultanahmet area is a 10-minute walk away. With stone walls and brick floors, the suites and guestrooms of Régie Ottoman Istanbul are elegantly furnished. Each is soundproofed and air conditioned. A minibar, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, ironing facilities and a safe box are standard. WiFi is accessible throughout the premises free of charge. To keep in shape, use of the fitness area and sauna are at guests' disposal. Daily buffet breakfast is served with a wide selection of Turkish and international delicacies including omelette and eggs choices. Guests can enjoy all day à la carte menu with signature Turkish flavors at Ocak Restaurant and enjoy special cocktails at Brasserie Roi. Guests can benefit from the concierge desk on site. Spica Bazaar is 300 metres from the Régie Ottoman and Grand Bazaar is 1 km away. Sirkeci Tram Station and Marmaray Railway Station, offering easy access to other sites in the city, are both within 200 metres. Lively Taksim Square is 3.8 km away. Airport shuttle services are arranged at an additional fee. Istanbul Airport is 45 km away.Show full description
This might be the most beautiful and well designed small luxury hotel in the area.
Comfortable beds. Great value.Opened July 2020. Located in the old city of Istanbul and having a central location, Grand Sirkeci Hotel serves with its unique architecture. It is close to the city's tourist attractions and various public transport options. The spacious rooms of Grand Sikeci Hotel are elegantly decorated and have a TV and air conditioning. The rooms have a unique view of the Historic Peninsula. Some rooms have a private balcony. All rooms at the hotel also have a private bathroom with free toiletries. Slippers and free toiletries are provided for your comfort. Family rooms are available at the hotel. The accommodation units have a kettle, minibar, safe, hair dryer and wardrobe. Some rooms overlook the Great Post Office building, built in 16th century Ottoman architecture. Grand Sirkeci Hotel offers a continental or buffet breakfast. The hotel also offers an airport shuttle service at a surcharge. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The property offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. Grand Sirkeci Hotel is 240 meters from Spice Bazaar, 650 meters from Grand Bazaar and 900 meters from Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern. Sirkeci Tram Station and Marmaray Station, from which you can reach other parts of the city, are 200 meters away. The closest airport to the accommodation facility, Istanbul Airport, is 40 km away.Show full description
Elegant. Rooftop restaurant. Great views. Antusa Design Hotel & Spa features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Istanbul. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Antusa Design Hotel & Spa features certain rooms with city views, and each room comes with a coffee machine. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Popular points of interest near Antusa Design Hotel & Spa include Basilica Cistern, Column of Constantine and Blue Mosque. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 45 km from the hotel.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Great location. Erboy Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci features a terrace with panoramic city views and complimentary breakfast made from fresh, local ingredients. Historic Hagia Sofia Museum, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cisterns, Spice Bazaar, Hippodrome and Topkapi Palace are within a walking distance. Erboy’s rooms are non-smoking and feature large windows. All air-conditioned rooms have satellite TV, free WiFi and a private bathroom with amenities. You can start the day with a breakfast in the property, as well as enjoy various traditional food and beverages at Pasazade Restaurant, the ground floor restaurant, themed after 19th Century Ottoman architecture. Other dining options are also available in the vicinity. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and its staff can help with currency exchange and car rentals. The hotel can organise tours to nearby attractions.Show full description
Charming. Romantic. Great location. Popular among couples.Opened March 2021. Featuring free bikes, a restaurant as well as a bar, Orientbank Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection is located in the centre of Istanbul, less than 1 km from Column of Constantine. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Orientbank Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or American options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The nearest airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 40 km from Orientbank Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection.Show full description
Excellent little hotel, in a very strategic location, within walking distance from Blue Mosquee, Sainte-Sophie, and Topkapi Palac. The rooms are beautifully designed, comfortable with a great Nespresso machine, and have STUNNING views of Bosphore. WOW! Based on my research this is the most charming, romantic and unique small luxury hotel in the area. It also has a great location. WOW!
Lovely property. Historic. Great interior design. Popular among couples.Opened July 2022. Ideally located in the centre of Istanbul, Han 1772 Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. The accommodation features a concierge service, and luggage storage for guests. All guest rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. The rooms feature a safety deposit box. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Basilica Cistern, Column of Constantine and Spice Bazaar. The nearest airport is Istanbul, 44 km from Han 1772 Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This is a popular boutique hotel among couples travelling to İstanbul.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Just a 5-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, this hotel offers modern accommodation with free wireless internet access. It has a rooftop terrace and offers a buffet breakfast. In the heart of Sultanahmet, Agora Life Hotel - Special Class offers an ideal location for guests who want easy access to Istanbul's most historic sites. Each of the rooms is tastefully decorated and has contemporary wooden floors. They come equipped with LED TV and laptop-size safes. Thoughtful touches also include a fruit basket and a bottle of mineral water upon arrival. There is also a complimentary coffee/tea setup in the rooms. Istanbul's Grand Bazaar is just 10 minutes' walk away. There are also excellent public transport links close to Agora Life, providing easy access to the rest of Istanbul. The lively Taksim Square is 4.5 km from the property and Istanbul Congress Centre is 6 km away. The attentive staff can arrange a rental car, airport shuttle services, or offer tips on what to see and do in the area. Sabiha Gokcen Airport is within 45 km of Agora Life Hotel - Special Class and Istanbul Airport is 52 km away.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Unique. Superb breakfast. Popular among women.Opened July 2021. Well located in Istanbul, Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Every room includes a safety deposit box, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also offer city views. Guest rooms will provide guests with a minibar. The daily breakfast offers buffet, vegetarian or halal options. Popular points of interest near Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci include Basilica Cistern, Column of Constantine and Topkapi Palace. The nearest airport is Istanbul, 45 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Beautiful, historic hotel with well-furnished luxurious rooms, right near the Grand Bazar. This property has excellent rooms amenities like a flat-screen TV, modern bathrooms, and soft beddings. This is the most relaxing small luxury hotel in the area. It also has a highly rated breakfast.
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