1. Best Western President Hotel Istanbul (4 star)
address: Tiyatro Caddesi 25 Beyazit
description: This full-service Istanbul, Turkey hotel provides easy access to nearby attractions such as the Grand Bazaar, St. Sophia and the Bosphorus Seaway. Located in the heart of Istanbul's historic city center, the Best Western The President Hotel offers all of the amenities to make both business and leisure travelers feel at home. Istanbul, Turkey's most famous museums and historical sites are within walking distance of the hotel including St. Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Karakoy Pier. The hotel offers 204 beautifully-appointed guest rooms and suites to fit any taste. Each room features cable satellite television and high-speed Internet access. Hotel amenities include a complimentary full breakfast buffet, an indoor swimming pool overlooking the Marmara Sea, an exercise facility, sauna, a full business center and meeting/banquet space to accommodate up to 450 people. The hotel also offers complimentary cocktails at the onsite cocktail lounge. The Best Western The President Hotel is located a short distance from the Underground Cistern, the Blue Mosque, the Golden Horn and Taskim Square. Guests will enjoy spending an afternoon at the Kaarive Museum or taking in an evening performance at the AKM Opera House & Symphony. The CNR World Trade Center is located less than 4 kilometers from the hotel, perfect for guests traveling on business. Make a reservation today and save at the Best Western The President Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey!
overview: Best Western The President Hotel is a 4 star superior hotel, located in the very heart of old Istanbul, which offers the perfect combination for those wishing to explore the more traditional historical areas of the city as well as for those coming to Istanbul for business.
2. Hippodrome Hotel Istanbul (4 star)
address: Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi 38
description: Location. The Hippodrome Hotel is located in Sultanahmet, the historic centre of Istanbul, Turkey, 500 metres from the nearest metro station and some of the city's major sights, including the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. The Grand Bazaar, home to more than 4,000 shops and restaurants, is three kilometres away. Hotel Features. A four-storey city-centre property, the Hippodrome Hotel features interiors inspired by traditional Ottoman decor. Amenities include a safe-deposit box, cash machine, and currency exchange. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas of the hotel. Staff at the front desk can provide around-the-clock room service and offer advice on Istanbul's sights and attractions. The Hippodrome Restaurant serves a range of international dishes, either indoors or outside on the terrace overlooking the Marmara Sea and the Blue Mosque. A complimentary breakfast is offered every morning. The Hippodrome Hotel offers meeting rooms for small groups and provides secretarial services. Scooters and bicycles can be hired in the area. The Bosphorus offers opportunities for boating and fishing. The nearest golf course is six kilometres from the hotel. Guestrooms. All 22 guestrooms and apartments decorated in Ottoman style, with earthy, natural colours schemes, wooden floors, and traditional wood furniture. Standard amenities include complimentary wireless Internet, multi-line phones, satellite television, minibars, extra towels, and slippers. Bathrooms offer shower/tub combinations and complimentary designer toiletries. Apartments feature kitchens and separate living areas. Expert Tip. Beneath Istanbul lie hundreds of gloomy Byzantine cisterns that date from the time when the city was known as Constantinople. Supported by 336 marble columns, the Sunken Palace is the largest of the cisterns, able to store thousands of cubic metres of water in case of drought.
overview: A warm welcome awaits you in at this superb Istanbul Hotel, located in Sultanahmet in the heart of the old city center. Ideally situated for holiday makers and business travelers.
With a view of the Blue Mosque and Marmara Sea, was a former Ottoman House, which has been transformed into a modern hotel while retaining the style and atmosphere of the Ottoman retreat. Hotel Hippodrome gives you the advantages of being in walking distance to many historical attractions.
3. Best Western Obelisk Hotel Istanbul (4 star)
address: Mimar Mehmetaga Cad. No. 17/19 Sultanahmet
description: General information:Best Western Sultanahmet Istanbul Obelisk Hotel is a historic Ottoman house which is a member of special class hotels in Istanbul, Turkey. Well known Istanbul Best Western Obelisk Hotel is an authentic premises with well trained staff. Istanbul Best Western Obelisk Hotel is definitely the unique and one environment that you need during your stay in Istanbul to have and unforgettable holidays.Location:Best Western Obelisk Hotel is located in unique point in the heart of the old city center.Area:Just a short walk to the Byzantine and Ottoman monuments such as; famous Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum, Hippodrome Square, Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern in Sultanahmet Area in Istanbul.Recreation:Unforgettable feelings will hug you under the blue sky and endless panorama of the city. You can have the open buffet breakfast in Best Western Obelisk Hotel Terrace Restaurant which is included in the accommodation with plenty of Turkish style food such as home made jams, cookies. Our Terrace Restaurant-Cafe,Bar offers you the magnificent views of the Marmara Sea, asian side of the city, the Bosphorus and Princes Islands on one side, and the Blue Mosque and the St. Sophia on the other.Rooms:We have totally 41 guest rooms which are decorated like an Ottoman Mansion.This hotel has an excellent location in the Sultanahmet area with easy access to the metro, Aya Sofia, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar and the Blue Mosque. The hotel offers a fantastic opportunity for those seeking truly traditional Ottoman style accommodation for their holiday.(07/07JM)The exterior is a three-storey, low-rise historic yellow brick building. In fact, it is one of the oldest buildings in the Old Town.Medium in size, with very traditional Turkish/Ottoman-style decor.
overview: This 3-star budget hotel is a charming 19th century Ottoman Mansion, offering value for money with a central location in Sultanahmet, spacious accommodation and rooftop terrace overlooking the city.
Best Western Obelisk Hotel offers an immediate setting for enjoying the historical splendour of Istanbul. Start your morning with an all-inclusive breakfast, serving an excellent selection of fresh Turkish offerings. Breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace with views of the Marmara Sea, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
Step out of the hotel and you are near to many of Istanbul’s most famous sights. Within walking distance or easily accessible public transportation you will find the Obelisk Square, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Archaeological Musuem, Underground Cistern, Hippodrome, Turkish- Islamic Art Museum and Grand Bazaar.
4. Best Western Eresin Taxim Hotel Istanbul (4 star)
address: Topcu Cad. No:16
description: This hotel lies right at the heart of the city of Istanbul close to the lively Taksim Square. A range of shopping venues, restaurants, bars, nightclubs and links to the public transport network are located in the hotel's immediate vicinity. The transfer time to the airport takes around 25 minutes.Renovated in 2005, the hotel consists of a total 67 doubles and 2 suites. There is a pleasant lobby awaiting guests with a 24-hour reception, lifts, a safe, a cloakroom and a currency exchange desk. Further facilities include a café, a bar and an air-conditioned à la carte restaurant (highchairs available for children), as well as 3 conference rooms and an Internet terminal (additional fees apply). Furthermore, guests may make use of the hotel's room and laundry services, medical assistance, car park and a garage.General information: Experience traditional Turkish hospitality in the center of Istanbul at the Best Western Eresin Taxim Hotel. Our attentive, multilingual staff takes pride in providing personalized service.Location:The Best Western Eresin Taxim Hotel is conveniently located in the center of Taxim Square.Area details:You will be within walking distance of all Istanbul has to offer, including the Lutfu Kirdar Congress and Exhibition Center, Concert Hall, Art Gallery and the Opera House.Near restaurants, bars, a beauty salon, banking, shopping center, stadium, theaters and cinemas, as well as public transportation.Recreation:The restaurant also ensures special menu items from international cuisine. The rich A La Carte menu is served with an inventive twist by our local chefs. The menu is designed to match food with distintive Turkish wines produced by rich Anatolian grapes.Bar- Enjoy drinks and snacks in a nice ambience with wide selection of international and local drinks and cocktails as well as famous Turkish coffee and tea is being served throughout the day.Lounge - Enjoy and relax in the comfort of large sofas in a cozy atmosphere.The Health Club has everything you need to relax and enjoy your stay. Fitness center, sauna, steam bath and a jacuzzi swimming pool makes the most elegant and soothing end to a busy day.Rooms:Rooms are decorated in light colours, the rooms are comfortable and include all the required amenities. This property also benefits from a small health club with plunge pool, sauna/steam room and massage service. One of the best places to stay in Taksim, this hotel offers a personal and friendly service and treats guests as friends. (JM 03/08)This is an imposing corner building.The medium-sized lobby is very well decorated with the small reception desk just opposite the entrance. There are small casual seating areas on the right and left with a bar, popular with the locals, at the back.
overview: Experience traditional Turkish hospitality while in the center of Istanbul, at the Best Western Eresin Taxim Hotel. You will be within walking distance
5. Merit Antique Hotel Istanbul (5 star)
address: Ordu Cad. 226, Laleli
description: The Merit Antique Hotel Istanbul lies only 17 km (10 miles) away from the airport.
All hotel's guestrooms have all the conveniences expected in a hotel in its class to suit guests' utmost comforts.
Along with its convenient location in Istanbul, the hotel also offers a wide range of services and facilities to the guests.
To book a room easily at the Merit Antique Hotel, please submit your travel dates and proceed with our secure online booking form.
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6. Barcelo Premium Eresin Topkapi Hotel Istanbul (5 star)
address: Millet Cad 186 Topkapi
description: This attractive hotel is conveniently located in the old city of Istanbul overlooking the walls that protected the ancient town in Byzantine times. Thanks to the modern tram that stops next to the hotel, the main historical landmarks of Sultanahmet: Saint Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar are just 10 minutes away. The International Airport Atatürk and the CNR Exhibition Fair are only 10 km away.Renovated in 2006, the hotel comprises 5 floors with a total of 250 rooms. It is air-conditioned and guests may make use of the foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, safe, currency exchange, cloakroom and 3 lifts. There is also a café, a newspaper stand, a hairdresser's salon, a bar, 2 restaurants, 12 conference rooms and Internet access (WLAN) available for an additional fee. Room and laundry services feature (charges apply) as does medical assistance, a car park and a children's playground.The hotel is conveniently located in the old city of Istanbul and halfway between the airport and the historical center, overlooking the Byzantine walls that protected the ancient city.Its various facilities and services will ensure you have a nice and pleasant stay at this hotel. One of its main attractions is the Wellness Center, which allows you to combine your cultural visit and shopping to the Grand Bazaar with body care and well-being in the best traditional Turkish style.The hotel features rooms including suites. All rooms have bathroom with bathtub and hair dryer, air conditioning, central heating, minibar, satellite TV, telephone and 24-hour room service. Handicapped accessible and non-smoking rooms are also available.Guests also have extensive leisure facilities at their disposal at the hotel fitness centre. This is a good choice for all travellers looking for top class accommodation in a convenient Old Town location. The hotel has been undergoing extensive renovation in the last year (2005-2006).(08/07 JMG)This is a new building, built in traditional style.The very large lobby has been thoughtfully designed with high ceilings and has a very airy feel to it. Most of the furniture is dark mahogany wood, whilst the floor is a beautiful light brown marble. There is a lively bar area to the right of the main entrance, and the main restaurant is to the left.
overview: Located in Istanbul’s old town, this elegant hotel overlooks the city walls, offering free Wi-Fi, free entrance to Aqua Life Club and easy access to all attractions by tram.
A new hotel in an old city, Barceló Eresin Topkapi offers a wide selection of modern and comfortable guestrooms combined with excellent leisure and relaxation facilities. One of the main attractions of the hotel is its wellness centre with heated indoor pool, Turkish bath, steam bath, sauna, jacuzzi, massage, solarium and fitness centre. There are also a wide range of places to eat and drink, including a restaurant, café, a pub and 2 lounges.
This 5-star hotel has earned a reputation as one of the most attractive new hotels in Istanbul. Located just 10 km from the airport, the hotel is an ideal place to stay for all travellers.
7. Elite Hotel Istanbul (4 star)
address: Sehit Muhtar Street 58 Taksim
description: This architecturally attractive city hotel in the new area of Istanbul is situated close to Taksim Square and Dolmabahce Palace. Scores of shops and other entertainment venues are to be found in the town centre that lies just 500 m away and is easily reached on foot. Ataturk International Airport is located 20 km away, taking around 25 minutes with the local public transport.Renovated in 2005, this hotel includes a total of 102 guestrooms spread over 16 floors. The spacious hotel lobby area offers guests a 24-hour reception desk, a safe, 2 lifts, a cloakroom and a currency exchange. Additional facilities include a café, a newspaper stand, 3 different bars (one of which is on the roof terrace of the hotel with a stunning view over the Golden Horn and the Bosporus) and 2 restaurants. There are 4 conference rooms of differing capacities as well as WLAN access. In addition, room and laundry services, medical assistance and a garage are available for an additional charge.General information:Elite Hotel Istanbul was built 2002; all rooms are 38sqm and have internet connection for those that can’t get away from business. Location:The Hotel is superbly situated in the centrum making sightseeing extremely easy. Start your day with a rich open buffet Breakfast and after working or seeing the many wonderful sights in Istanbul.Area:Ayasofya 8.0 Km North, Dolmabahge Palace 2.0 Km North, Galata 3.0 Km North, Hertz 5.0 Km East, Ibrahims Place 5.0 Km East, Iki Kapil Pharmacy 5.0 Km East, Nikon Optik 15.0 KmEast, Sultanahmet Mosque 8.0 Km North, Taksim -centrum- 0.1 Km North, Topkapi 8.0 Km North.Recreation:The interior of the hotel reflects regional art and culture, and boasts several restaurants and bars, providing guests with great choices for wining and dining. The leisure facilities located within the hotel include a health club with gym and indoor swimming pool. In the summer season, you can enjoy the terrace bar and restaurant with spectacular views. Rooms:All rooms are equipped with bath tubs and showers, individually controlled heating and air conditioning system, telephone on the bed side table and bathroom, hair dryer, electronic key card, mini bar, Satellite TV, internet connections and in room safe. **Parking Fee: There is a nominal parking fee** Prices are sujbect to change
overview: Located in Istanbul’s vibrant Taxim area, Elite Hotel offers stunning panoramic views from its terrace bar and a fully equipped health and fitness centre, along with free wireless internet access.
Enjoy a good start to the day with a complimentary breakfast in Elite Hotel’s spacious breakfast hall. Check your emails or keep in touch with work using Elite’s free wireless internet. Relax in your spacious, air-conditioned room and plan your day ahead.
If you prefer to relax Elite Hotel offers a fully equipped health centre. You can enroll in a fitness programme and use the latest fitness facilities. After a good workout, relax your tired muscles in the sauna and the hammam.
Enjoy a drink at Elite’s Gardenia Bar and admire the magnificent views of the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus, the ideal place to relax as the sun goes down.
Elite Hotel is close to Istanbul’s exclusive shopping district. It also has excellent public transport links right outside the hotel, allowing you to easily access the rest of Istanbul.
8. Historia Hotel Istanbul (4 star)
address: Mimar Mehmet Aga Cad. AMIRAL TAFDIL SK NO 23
description: General information:Turkish traditional fine hospitality, comfort and elegant traditional Ottoman style service is what you will experience at the Hotel Historia.This family hotel lies in the shadows of the Blue Mosque and Haghia Sophia, in the historic district of Sultanahmet.Location:The hotel is located at Sultanahmet district is a quite central place. Airport 18 km(12 miles),train station 1 km and the sea port only 2 km.Area:The Blue Mosque, the church of Saint Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica (Yerebatan) Cistern, Grand Bazaar, the Mosque of Sokulu Mehmet Pasha, Archeological Museum, The Museum of Turkish and Islamic Handicrafts are within the distance of few minutes by walking from the hotel.Recreation:The hotel facilities include Garden Restaurant, Fountain Café, Lobby bar. Rooms:Hotel Historia has rooms with magnificent sea views and balconies all perfectly designed for ultimate guest satisfaction. Each rooms is fully equipped.This is a good hotel in an enviable location which prides itself on a personal level of service not available in larger properties. (06/07 JM)The exterior is a classical Ottoman wooden mansion.The lobby is small with a bar and internet corner.
overview: Hotel Historia is a renovated Ottoman style Turkish Mansion, furnished as a new “ Special Class Hotel ” in Istanbul, the capital of three big empires, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman. This family hotel, lies in the shadows of the Blue Mosque and Haghia Sophia, in the historic district of Sultanahmet. Literally within walking distance of the Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, Ancient Hippodrome, Underground Cistern and Topkapi Palace. Airport 18 km (12 miles), train station 1 km and the sea port only 2 km.
9. Ottoman Imperial Hotel Istanbul (4 star)
address: Caferiye Sokak No:6/1 Sultanahmet Istanbul Turkey
description: Location. The Ottoman Hotel Imperial is situated opposite the spectacular Hagia Sofia Museum in the centre of the old town, 100 metres from the Blue Mosque and 400 metres from the Grand Bazaar. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 19 kilometres away and takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. Hotel Features. The hotel has a floor butler to assist guests, and multilingual staff on the 24-hour front desk can arrange airport transport (surcharge), assist with room service requests and advise on tours around the local area. Drinks and cocktails are served in the Saltanat Bar and coffee and complimentary newspapers are available in the hotel lobby. Parking is available for those arriving by car. Guests at the Ottoman Hotel Imperial can dine at Sadrazam, a buffet restaurant serving a variety of Turkish and international dishes. Padisah Restaurant offers innovative Turkish and Istanbul cuisine and is situated on the second floor of the garden area overlooking the medrese. Guestrooms. The 55 air-conditioned guestrooms are located on three floors and all feature traditional Turkish decor with dark wood furniture and richly-coloured fabrics. Amenities include satellite television, direct-dial phones, high-speed Internet connections with wireless option, minibars, tea and coffee making facilities, safes, and bathrooms with bathrobes and slippers. Expert Tip. Directly opposite the hotel is the Hagia Sophia Museum, originally built as the Cathedral of Constantinople and a spectacular example of Byzantine architecture. The building features arched colonnades and stuccoed walls and is crowned by a huge dome 56 metres high and 31 metres wide. Inside, the walls and arches are covered in marble and gold mosaics. The former mosque is open to the public from around 9.30 AM to 5 PM every day except Mondays.
'Special Class' Hotel (Turkish Ministry for Tourism) Under the Turkish Ministry for Tourism, hotels and other tourist residences in Turkey are rated as per a set of national standards. There are seven categories of rating in operation: one star to five star hotels, 'Special Class' hotels and 'Boutique Class' hotels. This hotel is rated as 'Special Class' which applies to properties that have distinct historical, architectural or artistic features. 'Special Class' hotels are represented on this site with a star-rating for our customers' benefit.
overview: Unbeatable views of Hagia Sophia Museum and Sultanahmet Square. Traditional Turkish hospitality, comfort, elegant premium service, and blend of Ottoman and Istanbul cuisine is what you'll experience at the Ottoman Hotel Imperial.
With its exquisitely furnished guest rooms reflecting the Ottoman art, trend-setting restaurants and bars, extensive guest services and in-house amenities, Ottoman Hotel Imperial responds to the needs of the most demanding leisure and business travellers.
10. Poem Hotel Istanbul (3 star)
address: Akbivik Cad Terbiyik Sok No
description: The Hotel Poem is a 19th century Ottoman style boutique hotel renovated in 1992. Its lobby area features scattered rugs and wood furniture with doors leading out to the garden. It is located in the center of the old Sultanahmet, 500 meters from the Emperor Justinian's Byzantine masterpiece Hagia Sofia. The 17 guestrooms feature traditional Turkish décor with oak furnishings and wrought iron bed. All include Internet connections, air conditioning, hair dryers, and telephones. The hotel houses a library, a garden and offers complimentary parking for guests arriving by car. For those guests with business needs, the hotel provides conference rooms and a range of secretarial services. At the hotel's Terrace Bar, guests can enjoy a wide selection of drinks and snacks. The terrace features wrought iron railings, square tables and armchair style chairs and looks out over the Bosphorus and Marmara seas. After breakfast, guests can ask the hotel's multilingual concierge for sightseeing assistance. Many of Istanbul's most renowned attractions are within 500 meters. These include the Blue Mosque built in the 17th century by Sultan Ahmet I, Topkapi Palace - the Sultan's former private residence, the Roman underground Cistern, Istanbul Archaeological Museum and the Islamic Art Museum. The Grand Bazaar with its thousands of shops and eateries, is at a one kilometer distance. Ataturk Airport is 18 kilometers from the hotel.
overview: The Poem Hotel is a renovated late 19th century Ottoman style hotel in Istanbul, located in the center of old Sultanahmet, a short distance from Hagia
11. Allstar Arcadia Hotel Istanbul (4 star)
address: Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No: 1
description: Hotel Arcadia Is An Authentic Building, Which Carries The Style And Lines Of The 19th Century S Architecture. Only Handwork Is Used For Interior Design And Decoration. Hotel Arcadia Also Offers Of All The Facilities Of Modern Life, Even A Single Detail Is Not Ignored For The Comfort Of Our Guests. You Can Enjoy The Breathtaking View Of The Sea Of Marmara From Mavi Restaurant And You Will Be In A Nostalgic Trip Through The Historical Monuments Just In Front Of You. This Gorgeous View Is Available All Day Long, From Breakfast Time Until Nightfall. The Lobby Is Well Designed For Rest After The Hustle Of The City And The Streets For Guest And Private Gatherings. While Checking-In, A Welcome Drink Performs The Turkish Hospitality To Get Accustomed To Lobby Bar Is The Address For Tasteful Drinks And Snacks For You And Your Friends. The Nostalgic Atmosphere Of Hotel Arcadia Reaches The Perfection In Its Elegantly Decorated Rooms. Hotel Arcadia, Combining Its Esthetic Beauty With Expert Service, Will Ensure Your Satisfaction. All The Amenities Necessary To Make Our Guests Comfortable Such As Air Conditioning, Central Heating, Mini-Bar, Color Tv, Satellite Channels, Direct-Dial Telephones And Hair-Dryers Are Present In All Of 7 Suites And 48 Room Of Hotel Arcadia. Young And Dynamic Personnel Of Hotel Arcadia Will Be At Your Service For Twenty-Four Hours To Cover Your Needs. Car Rental, Yacht Service, Baby-Sitting And Secretarial Services Are Also Offered In-House.
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