Istanbul is an enchanting and interesting city to visit. With its many historical and beautiful landmarks, Istanbul has always been a favorite tourist destination throughout the years. Most often, visitors are confused on which hotel to pick out of hundreds or hotels in Istanbul. The key factors that visitors will look for in an accommodation are reasonable price, good location, good service and of course attention to cleanliness. From research and hundreds of reviews from past visitors, below are 5 handpicked hotels which have the best of everything

Esans Hotel

Esans Hotel is located in the charming area of Old City Sultanahmet, in the heart of Istanbul’s sightseeing, shopping and cultural hub. This newly renovated 19th century Ottoman Mansion is just a stone’s throw away from the exciting city centre and Istanbul’s famous tourist attractions such as Aya Sofya, Baths of Lady Hürrem, Saint Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Guests will have the opportunity to sail and cruise across the Bosphorus or sail around the Seraglio Point on a boat to the Princes’ Island of Büyükada

Esans Hotel is equipped with thoughtful amenities such as Internet access in public areas, car park, valet parking, airport transfer and 24hr room service. Guests can head up to the terrace and enjoy a stunning 180 degree panoramic view of famous Bosphorus Sea, Hagia Sophia and Prince Islands. Their staff is always smiling, helpful in planning activities and never failed in fulfilling the guest’s requests

Past guests of Esan’s Hotel have always complemented on its great location, cleanliness and pleasant service. So check in to this wonderful Istanbul hotel and enjoy its peaceful atmosphere with the architectural charm in its original Ottoman style

White House Hotel Istanbul

Conveniently located near Istanbul’s major cultural and historical attractions, the White House Hotel Istanbul offers luxurious yet affordable accommodation. The White House Hotel is within walking distance to Topkapı Palace, the Archaeology Museum, the Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Byzantine Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar.

Staff is always on hand to help guest with tourist information with warm and professional attention. They also can help with car rental, airport transfers, and babysitting service so that you enjoy a hassle-free and relaxing day touring Istanbul. The hotel offers air conditioning, wireless Internet access, laundry service and concierge and working facilities for business guests. There is a lounge bar and a restaurant for guest to wine and dine

Over 1000 guests of White House Hotel have great things to say about this charming hotel in terms of location, cleanliness and their wonderful staffs. So check in to this wonderful Istanbul hotel and experience an authentic Turkish hospitality and a memorable holiday.

Hotel Seraglio

Located in the heart of Istanbul’s magnificent Old Town, Hotel Seraglio is an attractive 3-star boutique hotel in the Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district. The family run Hotel Seraglio is surrounded by many cafés, restaurants, and souvenir shops, which makes it a perfect accommodation for a leisure break in Istanbul.

Guests will be happy to find many of Istanbul’s tourist attractions are within walking distance including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Hippodrome of Constantinople, the Archeology Museum, the Spice Bazaar and the Grand Bazaar.

This 3-star hotel offers 14 delightful rooms, currency exchange counter, 24-hour reception, a small garden, a comfortable lobby area, free parking, airport transfer and free wireless Internet access which ensures its guests a pleasant stay. The hotel also has laundry, a working area with photocopying and fax services and 24-hour room service. There is also an on-site restaurant which serves Turkish menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Most guests speak highly about Hotel Seraglio with high points awarded to their pleasant and friendly staffs, spotlessly clean bathrooms and of course, its superb location. So check in and this Istanbul hotel’s genuine hospitality will make your stay in Istanbul a memorable journey

Basileus Hotel

Basileus( Greek for “king”) Hotel is a newly opened 3 star hotel in the heart of the historic old city of Sultanahmet, Istanbul. The hotel’s location provides guests with easy access on foot to many of Istanbul’s most famous and historic tourist attractions such as the Basilica Cistern, Haghia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar, the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, the Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, the Archaeological Museum, as well as many historic Ottoman baths also known as hamams.

All the rooms in Basileus Hotel are air-conditioned and include a refrigerator, Cable / Satellite TV, Coffee / Tea Maker, and free wireless internet. Guests can also free parking and an airport transfer to and from the hotel. Staffs are friendly and will helped guests with everything that they want and even give tips on where to go in the city. There will always be a cup of tea waiting for you in reception after a tiring day of sightseeing.

Visitors from all over have nothing but wonderful things to say about Basileus Hotel, singing praises about its reasonable rates, good locations and ever friendly staffs. So check in to this wonderful Istanbul hotel and be sure to be treated like a king (or Basileus in greek), throughout your holiday in Istanbul

Osmanhan Hotel

Located on the historical cobblestone pavements of Akbiyik Street, Istanbul, Osmanhan Hotel offers guests absolute glamor and luxury of an authentic Ottoman House. This cozy hotel, charmingly restored and ideally located is surrounded by picturesque shops, architecture and outdoor cafes.

Saint Sophia, Blue Mosque, Archaeological Museum, Underground Cistern and the Topkapi Palace are just within a 300 meter radius from the hotel. Grand Bazaar and the Spice Market are just 20 minutes walk away.

Guests are treated to sumptuous open-air buffet breakfast while admiring amazing views of ships passing by in the Marmara. All 7 of the modern rooms in Osmanhan Hotel Istanbul are air- conditioned which also includes a TV, cable / satellite channels, refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities and a mini bar and a safe. Hotel amenities include babysitting services, a laundry service, a currency exchange, luggage storage and free internet connection.

Cheerful staff, clean comfortable rooms and wonderful breakfast are the only comments coming out of the previous guests of Osmanhan Hotel. So check in and make this wonderful Istanbul hotel your base from which to explore the enchanting and mystical Istanbul and create unforgettable memories to last a lifetime.