This is as good as a hotel gets in the Old City. This pioneering five-star hotel offers a transformative luxury experience in the confines of a former prison near Sultanahmet Square. The meticulously restored three-story neoclassical building now offers 65 spacious rooms and suites with vaulted ceilings, arched windows, and the marble staircase surrounding a well-manicured courtyard. Here, you will find yourself mere steps away from Istanbul's iconic landmarks. The hotel's rooftop lounge Süreyya Teras offers you awe-inspiring views of the Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque.
TIME OUT TIP: Savour modern Anatolian cuisine at the in-house Avlu Restaurant, or fish and mezze at Lingo Lingo Bar & Restaurant.