Glorina Hotel  

On Istanbul’s Asian shore in Kadıköy, just 200 metres from the seaside and ferry piers. A short ferry hop takes you to Eminönü, Karaköy, Beşiktaş and Kabataş for Bosphorus views and quick access to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Sabiha Gökçen Airport sits about 30 km away.

A boutique hotel with modern interiors and roughly 16 air‑conditioned rooms. Rooms feature LCD TVs with satellite channels, minibars, heating and bathrooms with showers and hairdryers. Look for a rooftop terrace and an elegant dining room with a fireplace; there’s also an elevator and a small library.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout, a rooftop terrace for city views and a bar to unwind. Morning buffet breakfasts are served in the café and the à la carte restaurant serves Turkish dishes. Practical extras include 24‑hour reception, paid parking, laundry and luggage/safe facilities — and yes, you can wake up to sea‑breeze mornings just a few blocks from the water.

A business center and complimentary newspapers in the lobby support work needs. Complimentary wireless internet and a 24‑hour front desk keep things running. Airport shuttle and onsite self‑parking are available for a fee.

Start with an open buffet breakfast in the café, then sample authentic Turkish flavors in the à la carte restaurant by the fireplace. There’s also a coffee shop/café, one or more bars serving alcoholic and non‑alcoholic drinks, and 24‑hour room service for late nights.