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    Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa (Istanbul, Turkey)

    Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa (Istanbul, Turkey)

    About Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa

    The Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa has a Turkish hammam and massages available. Guestrooms feature satellite television, desk, hairdryer and air-conditioning. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and the hotel reception can organise excursions, transportation, laundry facilities and currency exchange. Guests travelling for business can also make use of the onsite business centre and meeting rooms. Breakfast at the Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa is served buffet style. Guests can enjoy a cocktail in the lounge before dinner in the hotel restaurant, serving a variety of local and international dishes. Located in the centre of Istanbul in the Sultanahmet district, Gulhane tram station and the Islam Science and Technology Museum are both located approximately 100 yards away. The Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Archeological Museam, Beyoglu and the Blue Mosque are all easily accessible from the hotel.

    Top amenities

    • WiFi in lobby
    • Free WiFi
    • Pets
    • A/C
    • Restaurant

    Rating overview

    8.6
    trivago Rating Index based on 5750  reviews from:
    • Hotels.com(8.0/10)
    • LocationExcellent  9.0 / 10
    • RoomsVery good  8.1 / 10
    • ServiceVery good  8.4 / 10

    Positive Reviews

    positive:

    Within walking distance of everywhere

    The hotel's fabulous location allows you to use it as a base to visit the many different sights that Istanbul has to offer with many of them within easy walking distance and for things further afield there is a tram station right next door to the hotel and the main railway station is also nearby. Also located within the immediate vicinity are lots of different shops, bars and restaurants for you to enjoy.

    positive:

    Fresh and authentic food daily

    A selection of freshly prepared food is available daily from the hotel's restaurant with traditional dishes coming highly recommended by previous guests as well as the continental breakfast offering cold meats, different breads and cheeses and all the usual fare as well as a cooked option featuring bacon, eggs and sausage amongst other things.

    positive:

    Excellent room facilities

    The rooms are well-equipped with everything that you could need during your stay such as a tea and coffee maker, a television with international channels and free Wi-Fi is also available in rooms and throughout the building in addition to air conditioning which is wonderful when it is hot and humid.


    Negative Reviews

    negative:

    Poor sound insulation

    The walls in rooms seem to be quite thin so it is possible to hear fellow guests in adjoining rooms especially when they are chatting or watching television.

    negative:

    Mixed reviews of staff

    Some members of staff are very helpful and have received lots of praise whereas some were given negative mentions for being unhelpful and unwilling to fulfil requests.

    negative:

    Doesn't offer good value for money

    According to reports from some previous guests the prices here are quite expensive and they felt that it didn't offer good value for money for the hotel's rating.


    All amenities

    Property amenities
    1. Café
    2. Entrance hall/lobby
    3. Express check-in
    4. Terrace
    5. Porter service
    6. Pets allowed
    7. Hotel safe
    8. Convenience store
    9. Non-smoking rooms
    10. Restaurant
    11. On-site boutique shopping
    12. WiFi in public areas
    13. 24-hour room service
    14. Shoe cleaning
    15. Fax/Modem access
    16. Hypoallergenic rooms
    17. Car rental
    18. ATM
    19. Free WiFi
    20. Breakfast
    21. Regular disinfection
    22. Hand sanitizer provided
    23. Temperature screening
    24. Masks provided
    25. Safe distance
    26. Online check-in/check-out
    27. New safety protocols
    28. Cashless payment
    For children
    1. Cot
    Room amenities
    1. Shower
    2. Ironing board
    3. Openable windows
    4. Television
    5. Hairdryer
    6. Central heating
    7. Electric kettle
    8. Air conditioning
    9. Minibar
    10. Satellite TV
    11. Desk
    12. Telephone
    13. Safe
    14. Cable TV
    15. WiFi
    16. Hypoallergenic bedding
    17. Free WiFi (rooms)
    18. Coffee Machine
    19. Flatscreen TV
    20. Closet
    Food and beverage
    1. Halal food
    2. Diabetic food
    Wellness / Spa
    1. Hammam

    Arrival / Departure

    1. Check in: 14:00

    Contact

    Hocapaşa Mah. Hudavenigar Cad. 17-19, Sirkeci,  34110,  Istanbul,  Turkey
    Telephone: +90(212)5145400 | Fax: +90(212)5144110

    Frequently Asked Questions about Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa

    • Is there a pool area at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa?

      No, Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa doesn’t offer pool areas.

    • Are pets allowed at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa?

      Yes, Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa has a pet policy that may vary based on the room type or availability. Please check with the hotel directly to learn about their pet policy.

    • Is parking available at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa?

      No, Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa doesn’t provide parking.

    • Where is Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa located?

      Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa is located in Hocapaşa Mah. Hudavenigar Cad. 17-19, Sirkeci, 34110, Istanbul, Turkey.

    • Which popular attractions are close to Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa?

      Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa Nearby attractions include Taksim Square, Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet, Kuleli Military High School, PORMOTURK, Grand Bazaar, West İstanbul Marina, Besiktas.

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