The cozy Garden House Hotel is a 24-room property with homey decor that makes guests feel as if they're staying at a personal residence. Part boutique hotel, part bed-and-breakfast, the mid-range property features a warm lobby that opens into a spacious courtyard with cafe tables and lounge spots. There's an on-site restaurant with a lunch and dinner menu, and the hotel offers a free daily buffet breakfast and free snacks in the afternoon. Rooms have character -- wood floors and patterned accent rugs -- though entry-level ones can feel a little bland. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. The location in historic Sultanahmet is ideal for tourists, and most attractions are in walking distance. As an alternative, the adjoining sister property, Rose Garden Suites, shares common spaces with this property but features larger, more luxurious suites.
The cozy Garden House Hotel is a 24-room property with homey decor that makes guests feel as if they're staying at a personal residence. Part boutique hotel, part bed-and-breakfast, the mid-range property features a warm lobby that opens into a spacious courtyard with cafe tables and lounge spots. There's an on-site restaurant with a lunch and dinner menu, and the hotel offers a free daily buffet breakfast and free snacks in the afternoon. Rooms have character -- wood floors and patterned accent rugs -- though entry-level ones can feel a little bland. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi. The location in historic Sultanahmet is ideal for tourists, and most attractions are in walking distance. As an alternative, the adjoining sister property, Rose Garden Suites, shares common spaces with this property but features larger, more luxurious suites.
This intimate three-pearl hotel in the historic Sultanahmet district is within walking distance of many top-rated tourist attractions. Tucked away in a tranquil lane, it occupies a converted Ottoman house built in the late 1800's and derives its name from the property's pretty courtyard garden. Inside, the 15 spacious rooms tend to be decorated in a lavish style (some might say _too _lavish), with dark-wood furniture, rich fabrics and luxe marble bathrooms with modern comforts. A breakfast buffet (spread out in the on-site Turkish restaurant) is included in the rate, as is afternoon tea (served in the lobby area) and free-Wi-Fi (offered hotel-wide). But there's no elevator and few other features. Since many mid-range alternatives exist in this neighborhood -- such as Sari Konak and the Esans Hotel, that are also converted houses -- it pays to comparison shop.
This intimate three-pearl hotel in the historic Sultanahmet district is within walking distance of many top-rated tourist attractions. Tucked away in a tranquil lane, it occupies a converted Ottoman house built in the late 1800's and derives its name from the property's pretty courtyard garden. Inside, the 15 spacious rooms tend to be decorated in a lavish style (some might say _too _lavish), with dark-wood furniture, rich fabrics and luxe marble bathrooms with modern comforts. A breakfast buffet (spread out in the on-site Turkish restaurant) is included in the rate, as is afternoon tea (served in the lobby area) and free-Wi-Fi (offered hotel-wide). But there's no elevator and few other features. Since many mid-range alternatives exist in this neighborhood -- such as Sari Konak and the Esans Hotel, that are also converted houses -- it pays to comparison shop.
Chambers of the Boheme is a budget hostel centrally located in Taksim, within walking distance of nightlife, restaurants, shops, and the metro. The hostel's 14 rooms include a mix of private rooms and dorms for three to 12 people. Dorms include AC, linens, private lockers, and free Wi-Fi, but the shared bathrooms are pretty tiny. Wear-and-tear is apparent throughout, and the cleanliness levels, though acceptable, could be improved. There aren't many common spaces, but guests can hang out in a charming lounge area where breakfast is served (for an extra fee). For something closer to the Old City's attractions, travelers might want to consider the budget Sultanahmet Hotel.
Chambers of the Boheme is a budget hostel centrally located in Taksim, within walking distance of nightlife, restaurants, shops, and the metro. The hostel's 14 rooms include a mix of private rooms and dorms for three to 12 people. Dorms include AC, linens, private lockers, and free Wi-Fi, but the shared bathrooms are pretty tiny. Wear-and-tear is apparent throughout, and the cleanliness levels, though acceptable, could be improved. There aren't many common spaces, but guests can hang out in a charming lounge area where breakfast is served (for an extra fee). For something closer to the Old City's attractions, travelers might want to consider the budget Sultanahmet Hotel.
In walking distance of several historic sights, the Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel has impressive amenities and glitzy decor: plenty of polished marble and glass. The 232 rooms range from Standard Doubles or Twins to King Suites measuring 1,076 square feet (100 square meters), all decorated in a playful style. But be aware that basement rooms can be small. Bathrooms, depending on the size of the room, are either lined with tile or finished in marble. Hotel amenities include a pool, spa, business center, and free breakfast. Guests who book more than three nights get free shuttle service from the airport. Child-friendly amenities -- for no additional fee -- include a kids' club and pool, and, surprisingly, babysitting. Travelers might want to also consider the Best Western Premier Acropol Suites & Spa, which has similar amenities and comparable rates.
In walking distance of several historic sights, the Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel has impressive amenities and glitzy decor: plenty of polished marble and glass. The 232 rooms range from Standard Doubles or Twins to King Suites measuring 1,076 square feet (100 square meters), all decorated in a playful style. But be aware that basement rooms can be small. Bathrooms, depending on the size of the room, are either lined with tile or finished in marble. Hotel amenities include a pool, spa, business center, and free breakfast. Guests who book more than three nights get free shuttle service from the airport. Child-friendly amenities -- for no additional fee -- include a kids' club and pool, and, surprisingly, babysitting. Travelers might want to also consider the Best Western Premier Acropol Suites & Spa, which has similar amenities and comparable rates.
The Sura Hotel & Suites is a three-pearl design-led property conveniently located for sights such as the Grand Bazaar, in the old-city district of Sultanahmet. The modern, Ottoman-inspired decor is extravagant (perhaps a little too much for some tastes). The 60 guest rooms have coffeemakers and iPod docks, but there are some signs of age and occasional reports of maintenance and housekeeping issues. Facilities -- including an extensively equipped gym, pool, and hammam spa (for a fee) -- are across the street at a sister hotel. On-site, the buffet breakfast (costs extra) and Turkish restaurant get great reviews. There’s free Wi-Fi throughout and free parking. Neighboring Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel has brighter rooms, extensive on-site facilities, and free breakfast, though rates are higher.
The Sura Hotel & Suites is a three-pearl design-led property conveniently located for sights such as the Grand Bazaar, in the old-city district of Sultanahmet. The modern, Ottoman-inspired decor is extravagant (perhaps a little too much for some tastes). The 60 guest rooms have coffeemakers and iPod docks, but there are some signs of age and occasional reports of maintenance and housekeeping issues. Facilities -- including an extensively equipped gym, pool, and hammam spa (for a fee) -- are across the street at a sister hotel. On-site, the buffet breakfast (costs extra) and Turkish restaurant get great reviews. There’s free Wi-Fi throughout and free parking. Neighboring Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel has brighter rooms, extensive on-site facilities, and free breakfast, though rates are higher.
The Marmara Taksim is a five-pearl hotel situated in eastern Istanbul on Taksim Square. The property features stylish, swanky interiors and offers a good amount of on-site features, including a rooftop pool, multiple restaurants, a large gym, and a lovely spa. Its 376 guest rooms are sophisticated in style and come equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and marble bathrooms. While the hotel is in a modern area of the city that might be attractive to business guests, it’s a poor choice for those wanting to explore attractions on foot -- Old City sights are about a 20-minute drive away. Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel is a good five-pearl alternative that’s within walking distance of some of Istanbul's most popular attractions.
The Marmara Taksim is a five-pearl hotel situated in eastern Istanbul on Taksim Square. The property features stylish, swanky interiors and offers a good amount of on-site features, including a rooftop pool, multiple restaurants, a large gym, and a lovely spa. Its 376 guest rooms are sophisticated in style and come equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and marble bathrooms. While the hotel is in a modern area of the city that might be attractive to business guests, it’s a poor choice for those wanting to explore attractions on foot -- Old City sights are about a 20-minute drive away. Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel is a good five-pearl alternative that’s within walking distance of some of Istanbul's most popular attractions.
The Adamar Hotel is a mid-range property situated near Sultanahmet Square, an easy walk to restaurants and major historic attractions. The property's best feature is its rooftop restaurant and bar, which includes indoor and outdoor seating and excellent, panoramic views of the city. The kitchen here serves lunch, dinner, and a free daily breakfast with cooked-to-order options. There's also a small lobby bar near reception, though it doesn't match the rooftop's elegance, and there are few other property features. The hotel's 25 rooms have simple decor with wood laminate floors, colorful accents, and amenities like minibars, plasma TVs, and 24-hour rooms service, but bathrooms tend to be small. Room sizes include Singles, Doubles, Triples, and Family Rooms, ideal for a range of travelers. By comparison, the nearby Arden City Hotel offers similar amenities, but rooms there are glitzier.
The Adamar Hotel is a mid-range property situated near Sultanahmet Square, an easy walk to restaurants and major historic attractions. The property's best feature is its rooftop restaurant and bar, which includes indoor and outdoor seating and excellent, panoramic views of the city. The kitchen here serves lunch, dinner, and a free daily breakfast with cooked-to-order options. There's also a small lobby bar near reception, though it doesn't match the rooftop's elegance, and there are few other property features. The hotel's 25 rooms have simple decor with wood laminate floors, colorful accents, and amenities like minibars, plasma TVs, and 24-hour rooms service, but bathrooms tend to be small. Room sizes include Singles, Doubles, Triples, and Family Rooms, ideal for a range of travelers. By comparison, the nearby Arden City Hotel offers similar amenities, but rooms there are glitzier.
Set in a traditional 19th-century wooden house, the upper-middle-range Esans Hotel has eight comfortable guest rooms, each named after a perfume, and they're equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, stocked minibars, and electric kettles. A generous breakfast buffet is served each morning in the rooftop breakfast room, which offers panoramic city views. Wi-Fi is free in all areas of the hotel, and international calls to some countries are free. Notable downsides include the cramped showers in the bathrooms and the lack of an elevator. Travelers may also want to consider nearby Basileus Hotel, which offers rooms with larger bathrooms, though rates can be higher.
Set in a traditional 19th-century wooden house, the upper-middle-range Esans Hotel has eight comfortable guest rooms, each named after a perfume, and they're equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, stocked minibars, and electric kettles. A generous breakfast buffet is served each morning in the rooftop breakfast room, which offers panoramic city views. Wi-Fi is free in all areas of the hotel, and international calls to some countries are free. Notable downsides include the cramped showers in the bathrooms and the lack of an elevator. Travelers may also want to consider nearby Basileus Hotel, which offers rooms with larger bathrooms, though rates can be higher.
The two-pearl Lotus Hotel Istanbul is a clean and affordable hotel in the historic Balat neighborhood. There are a few attractions, like the historic Kucuk Mustafa Pasa Hamam and Bulgarian St. Stephen Church, within walking distance, but Istanbul’s major sights like the Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar are about a half-hour away by public transportation. The hotel has a hot-and-cold breakfast buffet (for a fee) and free coffee and tea, but few other property features. The 20 rooms are clean and moderately stylish and come with electric kettles, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms are a bit small, and rooms are only accessible by stairs. Travelers who want an affordable (but slightly higher rates) hotel closer to the Hagia Sophia might consider the Yazar Hotel, which also features a rooftop terrace and free breakfast buffet.
The two-pearl Lotus Hotel Istanbul is a clean and affordable hotel in the historic Balat neighborhood. There are a few attractions, like the historic Kucuk Mustafa Pasa Hamam and Bulgarian St. Stephen Church, within walking distance, but Istanbul’s major sights like the Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar are about a half-hour away by public transportation. The hotel has a hot-and-cold breakfast buffet (for a fee) and free coffee and tea, but few other property features. The 20 rooms are clean and moderately stylish and come with electric kettles, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms are a bit small, and rooms are only accessible by stairs. Travelers who want an affordable (but slightly higher rates) hotel closer to the Hagia Sophia might consider the Yazar Hotel, which also features a rooftop terrace and free breakfast buffet.
This two-pearl hotel has a prime location down the street from Sultanahmet Square, putting most of old Istanbul’s major attractions, like Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, within a short walk. The Sultan House is located in a former residence, so it has a home-like feel enhanced by the friendly staff. Ten rooms range from literal bargain basement options on the lower level to larger Deluxe Suites. A nearby annex houses four two-room apartments large enough for six guests. While the rooms are clean, the bathrooms are tiny and could use a good scrubbing. Free buffet breakfast is available each morning and there’s a rooftop terrace with lovely views, though there’s not much in the way of services. The nearby Garden House Hotel has a similar atmosphere and rates, with nicer bathrooms.
This two-pearl hotel has a prime location down the street from Sultanahmet Square, putting most of old Istanbul’s major attractions, like Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, within a short walk. The Sultan House is located in a former residence, so it has a home-like feel enhanced by the friendly staff. Ten rooms range from literal bargain basement options on the lower level to larger Deluxe Suites. A nearby annex houses four two-room apartments large enough for six guests. While the rooms are clean, the bathrooms are tiny and could use a good scrubbing. Free buffet breakfast is available each morning and there’s a rooftop terrace with lovely views, though there’s not much in the way of services. The nearby Garden House Hotel has a similar atmosphere and rates, with nicer bathrooms.