Holiday Inn Istanbul Old City by IHG

Situated in the heart of Istanbul’s historic peninsula, Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City places you just a 12-minute stroll from the bustling Grand Bazaar. The property boasts a wellness area with a spa and fitness center, a business corner, an on-site restaurant, and a 24-hour reception, alongside complimentary WiFi throughout. You’ll find major sights within easy reach, including Sultanahmet Square, the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern.

Each room at the hotel comes equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee station, and a minibar. The private bathrooms feature a shower, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Downstairs, the open-plan lobby invites you to relax with a full menu of local and imported beverages, plus a dedicated work area and board games for casual downtime.

The Modern restaurant and bar serves up a mix of international and Turkish dishes, with vegetarian and gluten-free choices available. For unwinding, the spa offers a traditional marble hammam and foam massage treatments, while the fitness center lets you keep up your workout before heading out to see the city’s landmarks.

Getting around is a breeze: Aksaray Tram Station is just 400 meters away, Vezneciler Metro Station 500 meters, Marmaray Station 700 meters, and the IDO Yenikapi ferry terminal 2 kilometers from the doorstep. For events or shopping, CNR Expo Centre sits 15 kilometers out, and Historia Shopping and Life Centre is a short 1.6-kilometer trip. Istanbul Airport is 42 kilometers away, and Sabiha Gokcen Airport 45 kilometers, with an airport shuttle available for a surcharge. On-site parking and valet service come at an extra cost, and there’s also an electric vehicle charging station.

One thing to note: due to the hotel’s central position, the local municipality restricts access for cars with Turkish license plates between 10:00 AM and 9:00 PM, when entry into the area is closed. Vehicles with foreign plates can still enter by showing their reservation confirmation at the checkpoint. Car exits are permitted throughout that same window.