Offering a simple charm and great value for money, the Ilkay Hotel is a great way to experience the delights of Istanbul's sights and sounds. Centrally located in the popular area of Sultanahmet, the many attractions to be seen are all within a few minutes walk, whilst the hotel itself offers a cosy retreat where a small café bar and traditional restaurant further compliment the hotel's overall appeal. Rooms are simply furnished and compact offering clean well maintained accommodation.

This special category hotel is located in the historical peninsula of Sultanahmet where the main tourist attractions are located such as Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar and the Topkapi Palace. The 45 rooms of have direct dial telephone, air-conditioning, cable TV, minibar and double glazed windows. Some rooms have also a balcony. The rooms are medium size and whilst they are basically decorated are clean and in good condition. The bathrooms are small but again are clean and in good condition. The hotel has its own restaurant at the top of the building with amazing views of Istanbul. Specialising in Turkish and Ottoman Cuisine as well as many examples of international cuisine. Good hotel for location & service.

The chocolate box exterior of the Sarnic Boutique Hotel Ottoman Mansion Istanbul is a real eye catcher! Situated in the heart of Sultanahmet this hotel exudes a taste of the divine. With a distinct ottoman feel and gracious décor a cultural experience awaits you at the Sarnic. Relax in the stylish lobby where an array of cultural literature from Turkish history and art blend with a selection of Turkish Cookery books to set the scene, whilst a venture to the roof top bar and restaurant offers you the chance to enjoy some Turkish specialties amidst some roof top views stretching out to the Blue Mosque. The Traditional Turkish buffet breakfast is especially tasty! Rooms are tasteful yet compact and the service is professional at all times. Within 20 minutes walk : Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Ayia Sofia, Grand Bazaar, Basillica Cistern, Archaeological Museum, restaurants, bars, shops are all accessed within a matter of minutes, The Mosaic Museum is just 150m from the hotel.

Grand Ant

Our opinion...This 55 bedroom hotel is perfectly located in old part of Istanbul, in Laneli district, within walking distance of all the main attractions.

Location... within a 15 minute walk from Grand Bazaar.

Accommodation…The rooms at The Grand Ant have free Wi-Fi and light, wooden floors. They are equipped with cable TV, a safe and a private bathroom with hairdryer.

Facilities... There is a bar and restaurant serving Turkish specialities as well as international dishes.

Transport...just a 10-minute walk from the Aksaray Metro Station. The Grand Ant Hotel is situated 200 metres away from Yenikapi Train Station.

This suberb hotel has all the facilities that you would expect of a five star Hyatt hotel and is well located, approximately 5 minutes walk from Taxim Square. It also has a spectacular setting overlooking the famous Bosphorus. Its 360 spacious bedrooms are elegant and chic with soft beige decor, contrasting dark wood, white linen and contemporary furniture and provide a tranquil oasis in which hotel guests can unwind. The hotel boasts a wide choice of restaurants and bars with international cuisines ranging from exotic Turkish specialities to authentic Italian and Japanese food, are also of a high standard.