Morione Hotel & Spa Center

In Karaköy by the Bosphorus, minutes from Galata Tower and the ferry port. A spa hotel in Istanbul city center, close to Galata Bridge, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar and Süleymaniye Mosque — Karaköy Ferry Port is about 150 m away and Taksim is roughly 2 km; Istanbul Airport is around 40 km.

Housed in a marble-and-wood building renovated in 2014, the hotel offers about 25 tastefully furnished guestrooms. Rooms are modern and simple, with air conditioning, minibars, flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, safes and free WiFi; bathrooms include complimentary toiletries, bidets and hairdryers. The vibe is boutique and well-kept, perfect for city explorers who want a clean, contemporary base.

Full-service spa with massages, a sauna and a traditional hammam anchor the wellness scene. There’s a health club, bicycle rentals, concierge service, a picnic area and laundry/dry-cleaning on site. Two bars and restaurants plus 24-hour room service keep things convenient, and the seaside location means easy sea-breeze mornings.

A small business center and complimentary wireless internet in rooms and public areas support work needs. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and offers a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge; concierge and tour desk assistance can help with transfers and excursions.

LaMaritza serves international cuisine and a curated wine list including Balkan wines. The property features two restaurants and two bars/lounges, plus indoor and outdoor dining areas and 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfast is available daily for a fee (typically served 7:30–10:30).