The Best Small
Luxury Hotels in İstanbul

Historic property. Unique. Opened May 2022. Boasting a garden, Mula Hotel is set in the centre of Istanbul, less than 1 km from Blue Mosque. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a business centre, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room has a kettle, while selected rooms also offer a terrace and others also have city views. At Mula Hotel all rooms have bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, Italian or American options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian and halal options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near Mula Hotel include Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern and Column of Constantine. The nearest airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 39 km from the hotel. Show full description

Highly elegant. Beautiful. Rooftop bar. Popular among couples. Situated in a three-storey, neo-classic prison building with a landscaped courtyard, Four Seasons Sultanahmet is in the centre of Istanbul’s Old Town. It offers luxury accommodation with original works by Turkish artisans such as handwoven Turkish rug. Free WiFi and private parking are available on site. Decorated in a Turkish theme with neoclassical details, the rooms and suites at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet come with an espresso machine. They all feature a flat-screen TV with CD and DVD players. A marble bathroom with deep soaking tub is standard. Located within a glass pavilion in the hotel’s courtyard garden and decorated with Turkish art and Ottoman period features, Seasons Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can also enjoy the popular Sunday brunch. With stunning views of the Old City, A’YA Lounge is situated on the rooftop and has a rich list of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and a menu of savoury snacks such as mussels dolma, lamb durum and Turkish puff pastry. The spa at Four Seasons offers pampering health and beauty treatments. Before or after treatments, guests can use the saunas or fitness room. Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet is 350 metres to the iconic Topkapi Palace. Ataturk Airport is 19 km away while Istanbul Airport is 53 km from the property. Show full description

Great breakfast. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. Opened July 2021. Well located in Istanbul, Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Every room includes a safety deposit box, while selected rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also offer city views. Guest rooms will provide guests with a minibar. The daily breakfast offers buffet, vegetarian or halal options. Popular points of interest near Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci include Basilica Cistern, Column of Constantine and Topkapi Palace. The nearest airport is Istanbul, 45 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. This hotel offers modern rooms with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, just 20 metres away from shopping street Istiklal Avenue in Istanbul’s Beyoglu district. Facilities include a 24-hour reception. The air-conditioned rooms of The Story Hotel Pera feature elegant dark wooden furniture and high ceilings. All rooms include a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, and a work desk. Some rooms also have a kitchenette. The Story Hotel Pera is 3 km from Istanbul’s Old Town, including Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. You can easily access Cevahir Shopping Mall, using metro. Lively Cicek Pasaji is within a walking distance, and Taksim Square is only a 15-minute walk away. Show full description

Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely property. Great views. Opened April 2021. Katre Island Hotel is a 5-star property situated in Istanbul. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has a terrace and a hammam. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Certain rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. At Katre Island Hotel, rooms are fitted with a seating area. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an à la carte or a halal breakfast. Guests can relax in the wellness area, including an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a sauna, or in the garden. Show full description

Charming. Relaxing atmosphere. Good breakfast. Situated a 5-minute walk from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, this 19th-century Ottoman Mansion in Sultanhamet features elegant airy rooms and a garden terrace surrounded by walnut trees. The rooms and suites at Garden House Hotel are decorated in a luxurious style with rich fabrics and original wooden furniture. They include free WiFi, a complimentary fruit basket and free mineral water. Guests of the Garden House can have their breakfast in the garden and enjoy traditional Turkish meals in the open-air restaurant. The bar serves coffee and light refreshments. Garden House Hotel 24-hour reception staff can arrange car rentals, babysitting services and airport shuttles to Ataturk Airport, 18 km away. Grand Bazaar is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Istanbul Airport is 55 km away. Show full description

Romantic. Charming. Great location. Popular among couples. Opened March 2021. Featuring free bikes, a restaurant as well as a bar, Orientbank Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection is located in the centre of Istanbul, less than 1 km from Column of Constantine. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Orientbank Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, continental or American options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The nearest airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 40 km from Orientbank Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection. Show full description

Great views. Rooftop restaurant. Located in the heart of historic Sultanahmet district, this hotel features a rooftop restaurant with panoramic views of Marmara Sea. It offers spa facilities, free WiFi and air-conditioned rooms with a satellite TV. The rooms at Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul come with a tasteful décor. Each room has tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms offer panoramic sea views. Situated on the 9th floor, Fine Dine Istanbul Restaurant offers buffet breakfast, prevailing views of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Bosphorus and Marmara Sea and “Istanbul Cuisine influenced by the Dynasty”. Terrace Istanbul is located on the highest floor and is ideal for sipping a cup of coffee or glass of wine. Working out at the well-equipped gym is also possible. Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul’s 24-hour staff can arrange tickets to some of Istanbul’s most historic sites. Historical artifacts like Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Obelisk, Fountain of Kaiser Willhelm, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar are within a walk distance. Istanbul Airport is 52 km away. Show full description

Nice style. Beautiful. Rooftop pool. Popular among women. Situated in Beyoglu district, Soho House Istanbul features 3 original buildings including the Chancery and the Annex, a new Glass Building, and members’ club 19th century Palazzo Corpi. 19th century Palazzo Corpi building is historical one consists Club, to access there requires a private membership of Soho House. The courtyard garden has a Cecconi’s restaurant, and Cowshed Spa offers a gym and a traditional hammam. Tastefully decorated in contemporary style, all rooms of Soho House Istanbul have super king-size beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, flat-screen TV, Marshall speakers, minibar, tea&coffee facilities and homemade biscuits, and complimentary WiFi. The private bathrooms come with a walk-in rainforest shower and a range of Cowshed products. Some rooms also include a mezzanine and a comfortable seating area with Anatolian kilims. Rooms are located in the Glass Building and the Annex Building. All rooms located in Glass Building have private balconies. Cecconi’s is a modern day classic Italian restaurant serving dinner from Tuesday to Sunday. Originated in Venice, the restaurant serves handmade pasta, seafood, cicchetti and dishes from Northern Italy, offering both an indoor dining area and outdoor tables set among the garden’s olive trees. Brunch is served on Sunday. You can enjoy a continental breakfast at Allis Bar. Cowshed Spa offers numerous treatments for winding down, including manicures, pedicures, massages, facials, waxing and body therapies. You can work out in the gym Cowshed Active and relax in the traditional hammam. The barber, Neville, offers grooming for gentlemen. Visitors are advised that Soho House Istanbul is located amongst vibrant bars and clubs, where the atmosphere is lively and music can be energetic. Istiklal Avenue is just 300 metres from Soho House Istanbul with many restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and art galleries. Sishane Metro Station is 200 metres away offering easy access to many other sites of the city. Ataturk Airport is 17 km away while Istanbul Airport is 49 km away. Show full description

Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds. Opened February 2022. Located in Istanbul, less than 1 km from Blue Mosque, Aprilis Deluxe Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. All guest rooms include a safety deposit box. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Popular points of interest near Aprilis Deluxe Hotel include Basilica Cistern, Column of Constantine and Hagia Sophia. The nearest airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 39 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Good breakfast. Great value. Antusa Design Hotel & Spa features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Istanbul. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Antusa Design Hotel & Spa features certain rooms with city views, and each room comes with a coffee machine. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Popular points of interest near Antusa Design Hotel & Spa include Basilica Cistern, Column of Constantine and Blue Mosque. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 45 km from the hotel. Show full description

Delightful property. Historic. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Situated in Istanbul, 9 km from Istinye Park, Six Senses Kocatas Mansions features spacious restored Ottoman-era mansions with remarkable views. Air-conditioned accommodation offers a garden, library and terrace. Among the facilities of this property are two restaurants with local and international cuisines, a fitness centre and 24-hour library. Guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor leisure activities. A 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property is available. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel, rooms are set in two buildings, Kocatas Mansion and Sait Pasa Mansion. The rooms are designed in Ottoman style and equipped with electric kettle, minibar, desk, flat-screen TV, Nespresso machine and a private en-suite bathroom with marble tiles. Guests can enjoy the city view from the Bosphorus rooms. Six Senses Kocatas Mansions offers a buffet or halal breakfast. Situated next to Sait Pasa Mansion, Defne Restaurant offers a culinary feast on the banks of the Bosphorus. The Gastro Bar serves PanLatin and Asian cuisine. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 41 km from the hotel. Sabiha Gokcen Airport is 55 km away. The property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Cosy rooms. Great value. Opened December 2021. Ideally situated in Istanbul, Aspera Hotel Golden Horn features air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation provides a concierge service, and luggage storage for guests. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. At Aspera Hotel Golden Horn the rooms have bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. At Aspera Hotel Golden Horn guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna, a Turkish bath and a spa centre. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Galata Tower, Istiklal Street and Taksim Square. The nearest airport is Istanbul, 36 km from Aspera Hotel Golden Horn, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Elegant. Nice interior design. Located between Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace, this narrow tree-lined street is known for its historical houses furnished with the breathtaking beauty of flowers and their refreshing smell. The Roman cistern located on the same street is a perfect example of Istanbul’s beautiful mix of a timeless journey. Our collection consists 17 individual mansions. Including one of the iconic buildings of the historical area, 'Green House'. Hagia Sofia Mansions is for passionate travelers seeking local and remarkable experiences who want to step out of day-to-day to make new discoveries. With baroque style furnishings, delicate pendant lighting and portrait-style artworks - renders each room a masterpiece. All rooms include a minibar and en suite bathrooms which feature a Turkish Hammam and a deep soaking bathtub. Our suites, with delightful accents of artwork and lighting, intricate wooden cabinetry and detailed feature walls provides an experience of sheer bliss. Meticulous attention to detail - from . Through an elegant foyer, the suites enter into a spacious living area offering views of the Mansion’s tranquil grounds. Ottoman historical charm and contemporary sophistication continues to meet in Sofia Terrace Restaurant. This restaurant is placed with indoors and outdoors, with amazing Hagia Sophia view. Green House Garden Restaurant with an enchanting stone fountain, lush greenery and delicately perfumed air, magically transforms the hustle of the city into a calm sanctuary. Sofia Garden Café: End up the day in a completely unexpected ambience: It turns into a speakeasy style and bring you back to the time of Ottoman and provide an alcohol-free or alcohol experience. The 24-hour reception provides room service and currency exchange. Dry cleaning and ironing services can also be offered upon request at an extra fee. Within a block, reach the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum, the Basilica Cistern, Topkapı Palace and Sultanahmet tram station. The hotel is only a 10-minute walk from the traditional shopping district of Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar with ethnique stores featuring jewellery, antiques, carpets, souvenirs, spices and many more local products. Cevahir Shopping Mall is 7 km away, while Kanyon is 9.8 km from the hotel. Istinye Park Mall is 14 km away and Zorlu Center is 9.4 km from hotel. Istanbul Airport is 52 km away, while Sabiha Gokcen Airport is 46 km from the property. Airport transfer can be arranged at an additional fee. Cistern Spa includes a fully-equipped fitness center, massage rooms, hammam style massage stone, shock room, an indoor jacuzzi converted from an old roman cistern. The hotel is only a 10-minute walk from the traditional shopping district of Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar .  Show full description

Stylish. Great views. Popular among couples. Located in Istanbul, 800 metres from Halic Congress Center, Stayso The House Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving international cuisine. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Breakfast is available daily, and includes continental, American and vegetarian options. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the snack bar. Istiklal Street is 5.8 km from the hotel, while Galata Tower is 5.9 km away. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 34 km from Stayso The House Hotel. Show full description

Very stylish. Romantic. Superb interior design. Situated in a beautifully restored building, Adahan DeCamondo Pera, Autograph Collection offers a terrace with views over the historical Galata district, and charming rooms with unique interiors. Galata Tower is only a 5-minute walk away. Featuring a high ceiling, hard wood flooring and custom-made wooden furniture, each room of Adahan DeCamondo Pera, Autograph Collection is decorated with a sense of contemporary taste. Modern amenities include an LCD TV, air conditioning and free WiFi. Some rooms offer views over Galata or Golden Horn. Located on the top floor, Adahan DeCamondo Pera, Autograph Collection’s terrace restaurant, Béatrice Restaurant serves a buffet breakfast, and an à la carte menu for lunch and dinner. You can enjoy Turkish dishes as well as international flavours. The bar offers a variety of drinks throughout the day. Property offers complimentary exhibitions and concerts. The lively Istiklal Avenue is only 150 metres away with many restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and art galleries. Taksim Square is 1.5 km from the property. Ataturk Airport is within 18 km. Show full description

Historic. Unique. Great location. Popular among couples. Opened July 2022. Featuring a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, Hotel De Reve Galata-Special Class is located in the centre of Istanbul, 1.2 km from Spice Bazaar. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Every room is fitted with a kettle, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer sea views. At Hotel De Reve Galata-Special Class each room comes with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Galata Tower, Suleymaniye Mosque and Taksim Square. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 37 km from Hotel De Reve Galata-Special Class. Show full description

Located on the edge of Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district, this special class hotel has a Turkish hammam, massage services and free WiFi is available in the entire hotel. The air-conditioned rooms at the Best Western Empire Palace are furnished with Turkish-inspired décor. They include extra-long beds, satellite TV and a seating area with a work desk. The bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer. A rich buffet breakfast can be enjoyed in the mornings at the restaurant. Facilities at the Empire Palace include a tour desk and car hire. The hotel can also arrange airport transfers upon request. The hotel is situated opposite Gülhane Park and Topkapi Palace. The Hagia Sophia and Egyptian Spice Bazaar are within 500 metres of the hotel. Istanbul Airport is 52 km from the property. Show full description

Opened November 2022. Well set in the centre of Istanbul, Ayramin Exclusive Hotel - Special Category is within 400 metres of Istiklal Street and 600 metres of Taksim Square. The property is around 2.3 km from Dolmabahce Palace, 1.5 km from Galata Tower and 2.8 km from Spice Bazaar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, the rooms have a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, all units at Ayramin Exclusive Hotel - Special Category have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms include a balcony. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels. Ayramin Exclusive Hotel - Special Category offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Taksim Metro Station, Istanbul Congress Center and Dolmabahce Clock Tower. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 37 km from Ayramin Exclusive Hotel - Special Category. Show full description

Newly opened, April 2024. Situated in Istanbul, 3.2 km from Dolmabahce Palace, The Public Ortakoy provides accommodation with a terrace and private parking. This 4-star hotel offers a tour desk and luggage storage space. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a concierge service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel the rooms have air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchenette, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms are fitted with a coffee machine, while selected rooms also boast a balcony and others also feature city views. At The Public Ortakoy all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Dolmabahce Clock Tower is 5 km from the accommodation, while Istanbul Sapphire is 5.5 km from the property. Show full description