The 275-room, four-pearl WOW Istanbul hotel is a good option for travelers coming on a business trip who want upscale amenities in addition to proximity to convention centers and the airport. A beautiful rooftop pool, restaurant options, a spa and fitness center round out the offerings, and the free airport shuttle is handy. Rooms are modern and classy, with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. However, travelers looking to explore Istanbul would be better off staying closer to the city center. Travelers might compare rates with the Hyatt Regency Istanbul Atatkoy. Its location is likewise great for business travelers, though closer to the Marmara Sea, and it has all the same features with a touch more elegance.
The 275-room, four-pearl WOW Istanbul hotel is a good option for travelers coming on a business trip who want upscale amenities in addition to proximity to convention centers and the airport. A beautiful rooftop pool, restaurant options, a spa and fitness center round out the offerings, and the free airport shuttle is handy. Rooms are modern and classy, with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. However, travelers looking to explore Istanbul would be better off staying closer to the city center. Travelers might compare rates with the Hyatt Regency Istanbul Atatkoy. Its location is likewise great for business travelers, though closer to the Marmara Sea, and it has all the same features with a touch more elegance.
Once a private Ottoman manor home, the Tashkonak Hotel in the Old City of Istanbul is a refurbished, 19th-century property with 33 rooms and a rooftop cafe overlooking the Sea of Marmara. The three-pearl hotel opened in 1999 and offers an Old-World experience, with traditional decor, tea served each afternoon, and a free breakfast buffet on the rooftop terrace. However, there are no elevators, and some may find the decor a bit fussy. Guest rooms are spacious, particularly by Istanbul standards, but units at the sister property -- the Tashkonak Studio Suites -- are markedly larger.
Once a private Ottoman manor home, the Tashkonak Hotel in the Old City of Istanbul is a refurbished, 19th-century property with 33 rooms and a rooftop cafe overlooking the Sea of Marmara. The three-pearl hotel opened in 1999 and offers an Old-World experience, with traditional decor, tea served each afternoon, and a free breakfast buffet on the rooftop terrace. However, there are no elevators, and some may find the decor a bit fussy. Guest rooms are spacious, particularly by Istanbul standards, but units at the sister property -- the Tashkonak Studio Suites -- are markedly larger.
The Skalion Hotel & Spa is a lovely upper-middle-range property in a convenient location that's within walking distance of some of Istanbul's main attractions, like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Its 70 guest rooms are tastefully decorated and outfitted with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and kettles, though there have been reports of issues with water temperatures and soundproofing. The lack of a pool or gym is a bit of a let-down, but the hotel does offer a spa with baths, saunas, and massages, plus a free breakfast buffet that's received rave reviews. Some travelers may prefer the Byzantium Hotel & Suites, which has similar rates and the added perk of a gym, plus it's closer to most attractions.
The Skalion Hotel & Spa is a lovely upper-middle-range property in a convenient location that's within walking distance of some of Istanbul's main attractions, like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Its 70 guest rooms are tastefully decorated and outfitted with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and kettles, though there have been reports of issues with water temperatures and soundproofing. The lack of a pool or gym is a bit of a let-down, but the hotel does offer a spa with baths, saunas, and massages, plus a free breakfast buffet that's received rave reviews. Some travelers may prefer the Byzantium Hotel & Suites, which has similar rates and the added perk of a gym, plus it's closer to most attractions.
This 108-room mid-range hotel in a central part of Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district is one of the largest in the area, making it a popular choice for tour groups as well as families. The rooms are on the small and basic side, with nostalgic decor (mostly charming, if bordering on kitschy) that extends into the hotel’s public areas, which are sprinkled with the likes of vintage radios, street-vendor carts, and birds in cages. Separate apartment-style accommodations are available for guests who want a bit more space, or a more contemporary feel to their rooms. Features include a rooftop restaurant and terrace with sea views (shared by some of the rooms) where a quality free breakfast is served; there's also a cozy bar on the ground floor. The hotel is comparable in price to the Best Western Citadel across the street, which has similar facilities but a more standard-issue look.
This 108-room mid-range hotel in a central part of Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district is one of the largest in the area, making it a popular choice for tour groups as well as families. The rooms are on the small and basic side, with nostalgic decor (mostly charming, if bordering on kitschy) that extends into the hotel’s public areas, which are sprinkled with the likes of vintage radios, street-vendor carts, and birds in cages. Separate apartment-style accommodations are available for guests who want a bit more space, or a more contemporary feel to their rooms. Features include a rooftop restaurant and terrace with sea views (shared by some of the rooms) where a quality free breakfast is served; there's also a cozy bar on the ground floor. The hotel is comparable in price to the Best Western Citadel across the street, which has similar facilities but a more standard-issue look.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Villa Pera Suite Hotel is a charming boutique property with budget-friendly rates, housed in two early 20th-century buildings. It's located on a quiet side street in Istanbul’s bustling New City (Taksim), close to public transportation. The nine guest rooms feature simple, elegant decor, and all have air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and slippers, but they lack kettles. Some suites have kitchenettes and retractable skylights. Guests rave about the free buffet breakfast, and Wi-Fi is free throughout. Travelers with limited mobility should note that there are no elevators in the buildings. Those looking for more amenities can consider the luxury Marmara Taksim Hotel on Taksim Square.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Villa Pera Suite Hotel is a charming boutique property with budget-friendly rates, housed in two early 20th-century buildings. It's located on a quiet side street in Istanbul’s bustling New City (Taksim), close to public transportation. The nine guest rooms feature simple, elegant decor, and all have air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and slippers, but they lack kettles. Some suites have kitchenettes and retractable skylights. Guests rave about the free buffet breakfast, and Wi-Fi is free throughout. Travelers with limited mobility should note that there are no elevators in the buildings. Those looking for more amenities can consider the luxury Marmara Taksim Hotel on Taksim Square.
The Osman Han Hotel is a three-pearl, seven-room property in the oldest part of Istanbul. Opened in 2007 by a couple who own a rug shop, the affordable property has an intimate, guest-house vibe and traditional decor. Rooms are small with old-fashioned furnishings, kettles, and mini-fridges. A free breakfast is served on the hotel's rooftop, which features spectacular views of the city and the Sea of Marmara, and it feels a bit like staying in a private home. For a more modern property with a sunny atrium, visitors could try Hotel Alilass.
The Osman Han Hotel is a three-pearl, seven-room property in the oldest part of Istanbul. Opened in 2007 by a couple who own a rug shop, the affordable property has an intimate, guest-house vibe and traditional decor. Rooms are small with old-fashioned furnishings, kettles, and mini-fridges. A free breakfast is served on the hotel's rooftop, which features spectacular views of the city and the Sea of Marmara, and it feels a bit like staying in a private home. For a more modern property with a sunny atrium, visitors could try Hotel Alilass.
The three-pearl, 96-room Hotel Beyaz Saray is a decent option for travelers who want to be close to the Grand Bazaar alongside basic upscale amenities. Top features include a spa with Turkish bath and massages, restaurant with city views, and meeting rooms. Public transportation connects the Hotel to top sights like the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace in less than 15 minutes. Rooms are simple and pleasantly modern, but smoking is allowed in some rooms and the air-conditioning isn't top notch. Guests might want to compare rates with the Wyndham Istanbul Old City, which has a similar location and amenities, plus a fitness center and better business features, though rates will be higher.
The three-pearl, 96-room Hotel Beyaz Saray is a decent option for travelers who want to be close to the Grand Bazaar alongside basic upscale amenities. Top features include a spa with Turkish bath and massages, restaurant with city views, and meeting rooms. Public transportation connects the Hotel to top sights like the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace in less than 15 minutes. Rooms are simple and pleasantly modern, but smoking is allowed in some rooms and the air-conditioning isn't top notch. Guests might want to compare rates with the Wyndham Istanbul Old City, which has a similar location and amenities, plus a fitness center and better business features, though rates will be higher.
Couples seeking contemporary apartment-style accommodation a bit off the tourist trail are drawn to this beautifully renovated 20-room hotel on a quiet street in the old European quarter of Beyoğlu. All the well-appointed rooms are large suites with distinct seating areas; the single Luxury Suite on the top floor is downright massive. Few, however, have views, and those rooms in the back of the hotel don’t get much direct sunlight. Public areas and entertainment features are minimal, though the top-floor restaurant, Nicole, is regarded as one of Istanbul’s best. Though the location will appeal to travelers who want to escape the crowds, the hills around the hotel are steep in every direction. It’s comparably priced to the Witt Istanbul Suites, which has smaller, more industrial-chic rooms, and a better value than the more centrally located Corinne Hotel.
Couples seeking contemporary apartment-style accommodation a bit off the tourist trail are drawn to this beautifully renovated 20-room hotel on a quiet street in the old European quarter of Beyoğlu. All the well-appointed rooms are large suites with distinct seating areas; the single Luxury Suite on the top floor is downright massive. Few, however, have views, and those rooms in the back of the hotel don’t get much direct sunlight. Public areas and entertainment features are minimal, though the top-floor restaurant, Nicole, is regarded as one of Istanbul’s best. Though the location will appeal to travelers who want to escape the crowds, the hills around the hotel are steep in every direction. It’s comparably priced to the Witt Istanbul Suites, which has smaller, more industrial-chic rooms, and a better value than the more centrally located Corinne Hotel.
This no-frills 21-room hotel in an unprepossessing part of Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district attracts families, couples, and other international and domestic travelers on a budget. Some of the rooms are small, some have off-kilter shapes, and most get minimal natural light, but they are clean, not over-decorated, and contain the basic amenities expected by budget travelers. Guests generally give the Basileus high marks for the convenience of its location, and for the friendliness and helpfulness of the brothers and their staff who run the hotel. The only slightly pricier Muyan Suites has a more upmarket feel, while the slightly cheaper Berce Hotel is a touch more basic.
This no-frills 21-room hotel in an unprepossessing part of Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district attracts families, couples, and other international and domestic travelers on a budget. Some of the rooms are small, some have off-kilter shapes, and most get minimal natural light, but they are clean, not over-decorated, and contain the basic amenities expected by budget travelers. Guests generally give the Basileus high marks for the convenience of its location, and for the friendliness and helpfulness of the brothers and their staff who run the hotel. The only slightly pricier Muyan Suites has a more upmarket feel, while the slightly cheaper Berce Hotel is a touch more basic.
Located on a touristy stretch of the historic Sultanahmet district, The Byzantium Hotel & Suites is a 70-room upscale hotel with scenic views from its rooftop terrace and many of the rooms. Downsides include dated decor, poor soundproofing between rooms, and street noise. It does offer a few notable features, including a generous breakfast buffet, an on-site spa with a sauna, a steam room, a Turkish bath, a hot tub, a massage room, and a small fitness center. Travelers may also want to consider Celal Sultan Hotel, a tasteful boutique hotel located on a quiet street.
Located on a touristy stretch of the historic Sultanahmet district, The Byzantium Hotel & Suites is a 70-room upscale hotel with scenic views from its rooftop terrace and many of the rooms. Downsides include dated decor, poor soundproofing between rooms, and street noise. It does offer a few notable features, including a generous breakfast buffet, an on-site spa with a sauna, a steam room, a Turkish bath, a hot tub, a massage room, and a small fitness center. Travelers may also want to consider Celal Sultan Hotel, a tasteful boutique hotel located on a quiet street.