The “Sunken Palace” is one of the most striking remnants of Byzantine Constantinople and is the largest of hundreds of ancient underground reservoirs in Istanbul.
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Armagrandi Spina Hotel - Special Class
Istanbul City Center
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Aug. 13 - Aug. 20
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8.6/10 Excellent! (65 reviews)
Staff at the main desk were very helpful, booked a lot of tours for me, helped me with navigating around the area. Cleaners also did a great job everyday. Hotel is placed in the perfect location with great views of Hagia Sohia and the blue mosque, also have great views of the sea from the restaurant on the 6th floor. Overall my stay the the hotel for 5 nights was absolutely amazing.
Reviewed on Mar. 5, 2024
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Istanbul City Center
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Aug. 13 - Aug. 20
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,557 reviews)
Extremely friendly, helpful and accomodatig staff. The breakfast was spectacular and tasty. We arrived early in the morning and were pleasantly surprised by a complimentary early check in and breakfast! Our room had a lot of space and very interesting decor. The roof top terrace, where we had an amazing breakfast buffet every morning, had a breathtaking view on the sea and a city. I would consider this hotel for our next time in Istanbul.
Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2024
GLK PREMIER Regency Suites & Spa - Special Class
Istanbul City Center
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
It was the staff that made all the difference! Excellent service. Centrally located for most of the popular sights. Hotel's exterior may need a make over but rooms are cozy n has everything one needs. Great stay overall.
Reviewed on Jun. 2, 2024
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Nov. 20, 2019A routine piece of engineering looks beautiful in its way.
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