Phosphorion Hotel  

In Istanbul's Old City, a short walk from the Bosphorus and Eminönü Square. Minutes from the Grand Bazaar, Topkapı Palace, Spice Bazaar and Galata Bridge — a family-friendly, city-center base for exploring the sights (Suleymaniye ~0.7 mi, Taksim ~1.6 mi).

Pocket-sized hotel with 20 guestrooms. Rooms are air-conditioned and feature minibars, LCD/satellite TVs and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries; some come with bathrobes and slippers. The vibe is cozy and practical, with an on-site lounge, restaurant and bar, plus multilingual staff who can help plan your Istanbul adventures.

Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and free Wi-Fi. On-site restaurant, cafe, bar and a BBQ area help keep things social, plus 24-hour room service. Airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Complimentary wireless internet and a 24-hour front desk with concierge and tour assistance. Luggage storage, private check-in/out, ATM, car rental support and laundry/dry cleaning services make stays easy for both families and business travelers.

The hotel restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with cooked-to-order mornings to kick off your day. A cafe and bar on-site offer coffee and evening drinks, and 24-hour room service is available.