CVK Hotels & Resorts Park Bosphorus is a huge five-pearl hotel in Istanbul's bustling Taksim neighborhood, steps away from Taksim Square. Despite its classic, Ottoman-inspired style, the building was built in 2013 and the interiors are glossy and chic, with all the requisite modern inclusions. The rooms are spacious, with king-size beds and luxury amenities like mini hammams and soaking tubs in marble bathrooms, as well as private balconies. There's also an expansive indoor pool area, six high-end dining options, and a full spa. The decadent hammam has gold mosaic tiles, and there's a sleek library complete with a fireplace and cream-coored leather chairs. Although couples and business travelers are the target market, it’s perfect for anyone looking for a relaxing and refined environment in the heart of the city.
CVK Hotels & Resorts Park Bosphorus is a huge five-pearl hotel in Istanbul's bustling Taksim neighborhood, steps away from Taksim Square. Despite its classic, Ottoman-inspired style, the building was built in 2013 and the interiors are glossy and chic, with all the requisite modern inclusions. The rooms are spacious, with king-size beds and luxury amenities like mini hammams and soaking tubs in marble bathrooms, as well as private balconies. There's also an expansive indoor pool area, six high-end dining options, and a full spa. The decadent hammam has gold mosaic tiles, and there's a sleek library complete with a fireplace and cream-coored leather chairs. Although couples and business travelers are the target market, it’s perfect for anyone looking for a relaxing and refined environment in the heart of the city.
GLK PREMIER The Home Suites is a mid-range hotel in the historical district of Sultanahmet; a five-minute walk from the Blue Mosque. The 34 guest rooms each feature individual vintage decor and are equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. The standard rooms are a bit on the small side, and few rooms have balconies. A free continental buffet breakfast is served each morning in the rooftop Terrace Restaurant, where there's also an a la carte lunch and dinner menu available. The Lobby Bar and Vitamin Bar serve lighter meals and healthy beverages. Both the spa and fitness room are small, though they include a sauna and Turkish hammam. Travelers may also want to consider Hotel Sultania, which offers an indoor pool and more extensive breakfast.
GLK PREMIER The Home Suites is a mid-range hotel in the historical district of Sultanahmet; a five-minute walk from the Blue Mosque. The 34 guest rooms each feature individual vintage decor and are equipped with air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. The standard rooms are a bit on the small side, and few rooms have balconies. A free continental buffet breakfast is served each morning in the rooftop Terrace Restaurant, where there's also an a la carte lunch and dinner menu available. The Lobby Bar and Vitamin Bar serve lighter meals and healthy beverages. Both the spa and fitness room are small, though they include a sauna and Turkish hammam. Travelers may also want to consider Hotel Sultania, which offers an indoor pool and more extensive breakfast.
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.
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.
