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Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class

Hotel with a full-service spa, a short walk to Bosphorus

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Lunch, dinner, brunch served; garden views
Lunch, dinner, brunch served; garden views
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Located near Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar, Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa offers a peaceful retreat in historic Istanbul. Enjoy spa treatments, dine at the Coffee House with garden views, and benefit from free in-room WiFi, 24-hour front desk, and tour assistance.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Room service
The current price is €112
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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Very good
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Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighbourhood in Istanbul, Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grand Bazaar and Galataport. Vialand Tema Park and Istanbul Expo Center are also worth visiting.
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Hocapasa Mah. Hudavendigar Cad. 17/19, Sirkeci, Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110

What's nearby

  • Topkapi Palace - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Blue Mosque - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Galata Tower - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 1 min walk
  • Sirkeci Station - 2 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Red River Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Coff's Sirkeci - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ziyafet Restoran - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gazelle Lounge Restourant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class

Hotel near Bosphorus
A short walk from Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia, Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class provides free breakfast, an airport shuttle and a free daily manager's reception. Indulge in a body scrub, a massage and a body treatment at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Coffee House, offers brunch, lunch, dinner and garden views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Limo/town car service, express check-out and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • A TV in reception, a front desk safe and a porter/bellboy
Room features
All guest rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and bidets
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, eco-friendly cleaning products and free infant beds

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Coffee House

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 151 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Massage
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 7 floors
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 7 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TRY 1500 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional 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.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Property Registration Number 09615
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 7 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class on 18 Oct 2025 start from €111.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class?

Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TRY 2500 per room applies.

Where is Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Gülhane Park, Bosphorus, and Eminönü Square. Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar are also within 15 minutes. Sirkeci Marmaray Station is only a 2-minute walk and Sirkeci Station is 2 minutes.

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