ISTANBUL HOTELS - Top Picks for Accommodation in Turkey
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TOP PICKS FOR ACCOMMODATION IN ISTANBUL, TURKEY
The hotel is located in Sultanahmet at the crossroads of all the major tourist, business and entertainment districts of Istanbul, within two minutes walk of the Blue Mosque and five minutes of Santa Sophia and Topkapi Palace. In addition to the exemplary standard of accommodation and high quality service, the hotel is like a private museum comprising many pieces from the Hellenistic and Byzantine eras, along with ruins of an original Byzantine wall. Overall an excellent choice for the discerning client looking for a touch of luxury and personalised service within easy reach of the main attractions.
Hotel Barcelo Eresin Topkapi is an elegant and distinctive property conveniently located in Istanbul old city centre, overlooking the ancient Topkapi Walls and within easy reach of the most important attractions (Blue Mosque, Agia Sofia, Topkapi Palace), entertainment venues and shopping areas (Grand Bazar). The hotel features spacious and comfortable bedrooms offering modern amenities and a nice decor. On-site facilities include a fully equipped health club, large meeting and banqueting facilities, a restaurant, a lounge bar and Wi-Fi Internet connection.
A deluxe hotel in the tradition of Europe's finest hotels, The Marmara Istanbul offers outstanding accommodations for the business traveler or for the visitor coming to enjoy Istanbul's pleasures, all from its convenient location in the heart of the city in Taksim Square. All tourist, shopping and business facilities are within a short stroll or taxi ride from the property. Guests will be seduced by the wide choice of on-site amenities including finest dining options, cosy bar venues, excellent meeting, conference and banqueting facilities, fitness and health centre, outdoor swimming pool, everything necessary for a perfect stay!
Hotel Accura is a 3-floored modern building, located just in the heart of Sultanahmet, in the Istanbul old city. As soon as you step out of the hotel, you will start to breath the Bizantine atmosphere. The Binbirdirek Cistern will welcome you and the other Byzantine and Ottoman Monuments, such as St.Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar are within walking distance.
The property offers everything for your comfort and joy. You will enjoy a Turkish coffee in the quiet, large and comfortable lobby or unwind on the wonderful terrace overlooking the Marmara sea and the historical attractions.
Situated only 100 metres from the Blue Mosque and St. Sophia in Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet District, Hotel Nena provides an ideal base for visiting the city's major attractions on foot. A friendly, fully air conditioned hotel featuring a striking red facade and delightful rooftop restaurant with splendid panoramic views, Hotel Nena is an ideal choice for business and leisure travellers alike. Guest amenities include free wireless Internet access throughout the hotel, a complimentary buffet breakfast served daily, meeting space for up to 40 persons and 24-hour room service
The superior Best Western President Hotel enjoys a terrific position in Istanbul's historic centre, just steps away from the famous Grand Bazaar and within comfortable walking distance to many of the city's most important attractions including the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Underground Cistern and St. Sophia. Featuring spectacular views, outstanding service and beautifully appointed interiors, this seven storey complex is ideal for both leisure travellers and those visiting Istanbul on business. Guests will enjoy an array of on-site amenities including a luxurious health club with fitness centre and pool
Located at the heart of the Old City in Istanbul, Mina Hotel offers you all the authenticity and glamour of Antique Istanbul, with its functionally decorated 44 rooms. All rooms are equipped with electronic room key locks air conditioner minibar cable tv safe in the rooms direct dial telephone bathtube. Plus 24 hours room service
Angel's Home is a first class boutique hotel located in the heart of Istanbul's Old City (Sultanahmet), within metres of major attractions including St. Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Istanbul Archaeological Museum and Topkapi Palace. An ideal base for exploring this fascinating city, other nearby attractions include the Turkish Bath and the Grand Bazaar
Located in the heart of Istanbul's fascinating old city, within steps of major historic attractions including St. Sophia and the Blue Mosque, the Sultan's Inn Hotel combines traditional Turkish hospitality with attentive service and modern comforts to ensure business and leisure travellers a memorable stay. Highlights include traditional furnishings and a panoramic roof terrace with stunning city and sea views, where guests are provided a complimentary breakfast daily. Guests will also appreciate complimentary Internet access in the hotel lobby, 24-hour room service and free parking facilities
The Tashkonak Boutique hotel is a traditional family run property situated in the historical centre of Istanbul. The structure was built in 1870 and still features the historical elements of the ancient Istanbul. The stones which where used to build the hotel were brought from various regions of Turkey and locals soon started to call it the Stone House or Tash Konak, due to the reliable special stones called konak. The hotel features a typical Turkisk restaurant, serving Turkish specialities. A beautiful garden, providing a relaxing atmosphere lies within the hotel grounds, furthermore the roof terrace offers a magnificient view over the Blue Mosque, the Marmara Sea and its islands
The Allstar Aziyade hotel is a very unique property, situated in the Sultanahmet district in Istanbul, in the heart of an historic and cultural area that offers numerous attractions such as the Byzantine Hippodrome, St. Sophia Cathedral, the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar. The hotel offers the traditional Turkish hospitality along high quality comforts and services, welcoming guests in its magnificent interiors where the nostalgic atmosphere of the past can be felt in the paintings, the decorations and the furnishing, offering you a very unique and unforgettable experience
Located in the heart of Istanbul's historic peninsula and boasting striking views of two of the most magnificent masterpieces of world architecture, Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, the Armada hotel offers guests a unique experience. Armada hotel is located in the very centre of the Old City, within walking distance of most of the major sights, such as Topkapi Palace, Archaeological Museum, St. Irene Church, Sultanahmet Square, just to name a few. Elements of modern comfort and conveniences have been carefully blended into the historical atmosphere in both exterior and interior design.
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