Old Istanbul's 4-star hotels: great location, comfortable rooms, most useful services, well-trained multi-lingual staff—and character, too.
Although some of these hotels may not have an official 4-star rating from the Turkish Ministry of Tourism, I rate them as having the comforts and prices appropriate to 4-stars.
Sarı Konak Hotel
The only problem with this fine family-run inn is getting a reservation. They're often fully booked because they offer a warm family welcome, 4-star comforts, moderate prices and an excellent quiet location on Mimar Mehmet Ağa Caddesi(No. 42) only a few minutes' walk from Sultanahmet. More...
Dersaadet Oteli
Lots of dark wood and bright smiles at this carefully restored and maintained 17-room inn in a quiet location with sweeping sea views from the rooftop terrace. More...
Blue House Hotel (Mavi Ev)
Among the best places to stay in Sultanahmet, this family-run hotel right across from the Blue Mosque has friendly, professional staff, spectacular views from rooms and roof restaurant, and a supremely convenient location on Dalbastı Sokak (No. 14) at Utangaç Sokak. More...
Hotel Niles
On a relatively quiet back street in Beyazıt just two short blocks from the tram stop, this small, modern family-run hotel has all the conveniences at value-for-money rates. More...
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—by Tom Brosnahan
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