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Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class, Istanbul
Hocapasa Mah. Hudavendigar Cad. 17/19, Sirkeci, Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110Show on map
- Taxes included · no booking fees
- Check-in from 2:00 PM
About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and body treatments. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
The Turkish Ministry of Tourism assigns an official classification for accommodations in Türkiye. This Hotel property is awarded the following classification: Special Class.
Make yourself at home in one of the 40 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and bidets.
Russian, English, Turkish
Visa, Debit cards not accepted, Cash not accepted, American Express, Mastercard
Grab a bite at Coffee House, a bistro which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary breakfast is included.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Istanbul? This hotel has facilities measuring 151 square feet (14 square meters), including conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
A stay at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class places you in the heart of Istanbul, within a 10-minute walk of Bosphorus and Eminönü Square. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Sultanahmet Square and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Hagia Sophia.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Gülhane Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Eminonu Pier - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Bosphorus - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Istanbul Archaeology Museums - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Golden Horn - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Egyptian Bazaar - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Eminönü Square - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Basilica Cistern - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Topkapi Palace - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Sultanahmet Square - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Hagia Sophia - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Grand Bazaar - 1 km / 0.6 mi Blue Mosque - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Turkish and Islamic Art Museum - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi Süleymaniye Mosque - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi The nearest airports are:Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 47.4 km / 29.4 mi Istanbul Airport (IST) - 42.2 km / 26.2 mi
Near Hagia Sophia
Most popular facilities
Wired Internet
Breakfast
Area Shuttle
Reception Hall
Laundry Facilities
Restaurant
Spa
Elevator
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Facilities of Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class, Istanbul
34 amenitiesHighlights
Wired Internet
Breakfast
Area Shuttle
Reception Hall
Laundry Facilities
Restaurant
Spa
Elevator
Internet2
- Wired Internet
- Wifi
Food & drink5
- Snack Bar
- Coffee/Tea
- Bar/Lounges
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
Wellness3
- Spa
- Sauna
- Conference Space
Services5
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Area Shuttle
- Airport Transportation
- Reception Hall
Accessibility1
- Wheelchair Accessible
Safety & security2
- Safe Deposit Box
- Smoke-Complimentary Property
General5
- Limo Or Town Car Service Available
- Luggage Storage
- Porter/Bellhop
- Tours/Ticket Assistance
- Express Check-Out
House rules
Check-in
From 2:00 PM – anytime
Minimum age to check in: 18
Check-out
From 11:00 AM
Cancellation / prepayment
Cancellation charges depend on the room rate you select. See the penalty timeline under each room option above.
Fees & extras
Airport shuttle fee: TRY 2500 per room (one-way)Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)Rollaway bed fee: TRY 1500 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. For details on Best Western's privacy policy, visit www.bestwestern.com/privacy.
Special instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedThis property accepts credit cards; cash is not acceptedCashless transactions are availableNoise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteedSafety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kitThis property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
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