• City view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
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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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Best Western
Hotel chain/brand
Best Western

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Istanbul, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
or
3 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Istanbul
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ganguly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    very good location, exceptional staff, great spread of breakfast. Its value for money with good quality rooms and helpful staff.
  • Gavin
    Ireland Ireland
    Very central good value for money.Irfan was very helpful
  • Patricia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Delightful staff who put customers at the very heart of everything they do.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Bistro Chef
    • Cuisine
      Turkish
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal

Facilities of Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • City view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Public Bath
    Additional charge
  • Hammam
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Russian
  • Turkish

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 10 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Groups

When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property charges a certain amount for provision from all reservations, and payment will be refunded afterwards to ensure the validity of the credit card. Refund policies may vary in bank's pending payment policies.

The hotel offers transfer to/from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport at a surcharge. Guests wish to use transfer service can contact the property for further details. Contact details can be found in booking confirmation.

FAQs about Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa

  • Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa is 650 yards from the centre of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Quadruple

  • Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hammam
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Public Bath
    • Spa facilities
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Happy hour

  • Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • Bistro Chef