Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa  

Housed in a 17th‑century building in historic Sirkeci/Sultanahmet, this boutique spa hotel puts you in the thick of old‑city Istanbul. Walk to Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace, the Archaeological Museum and Gulhane Park, with the Bosphorus and Sultanahmet Square just a short stroll away.

Boutique‑styled guestrooms are individually decorated and designed for comfort — Tempur‑Pedic beds, minibars, LCD/satellite TVs, A/C, free Wi‑Fi and private bathrooms with bidets and designer toiletries. The property blends historic architecture with modern touches like hairdryers and in‑room safes (some services available for an extra charge).

Full‑service spa with massages and body treatments, plus a Turkish bath, sauna and Jacuzzi (some facilities may incur extra charges). Enjoy a daily complimentary reception and breakfast, 24‑hour room service, concierge and tour desk, area and airport shuttles (surcharge), laundry/dry cleaning, ATM and elevator access. Pet‑friendly and family‑friendly features make it easy to travel with kids or furry companions.

Small conference rooms and meeting facilities (conference space and event setups available, capacity up to around 100 depending on layout), a business center, limo/town‑car service and complimentary wired and wireless high‑speed internet keep work running smoothly.

On‑site Coffee House bistro offers a garden‑view bar/lounge vibe, while the restaurant and cocktail lounge serve Turkish and international cuisine. Expect a hearty complimentary full breakfast each morning and 24‑hour room service when you want to eat in.