OK, I admit it, I am a bit fussy about my accommodation when travelling, i.e. I’m no backpacker, and as such would not normally consider a 3-star hotel, add to this that I was looking to book a hotel on behalf of my parents, and later their friends, I was even more apprehensive. However, the number of good reviews convinced... More

Excellent value. A pleasant hotel, within easy walking distance of the main sights, with some good restaurants nearby. Book through the hotel's own website and get a free airport transfer on visits of three days or more. There is a reduction for paying in cash (euros). Very friendly staff who go out of their way to help. There are tea,... More

We stayed at the Basileus for 5 nights. When we arrived we were given a free room upgrade to a superior room. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We were given a map and recommendations on places to visit. The room had a comfortable bed and there was plenty of space to store your items. There was also a... More

This hotel gets 5 stars for everything - cleanliness, service, position, friendliness etc. We could not have been happier. While we have read that some travellers found the service too much, we felt it was just wonderful. Nothing was too much effort. Ekrem and Usef were able to solve any problems that arose with a smile. Thank you. The room... More

We couldn't fault this hotel. It was one of the cleanest, most comfortable and friendliest hotels we have experienced. Yusuf and Ekrem go out of their way to make all their visitors feel welcome. Yusuf patiently and competently provided us with invaluable information about what to see, how to get there and provided honest appraisals of where to eat locally.... More

What a darling Boutique Hotel. Being there made our visit all the more memorable, as the location, decor, wonderful breakfast, and most importantly, the deeply sincere assistance of Yusuf and Ekrem were far beyond my expectations. If I return, this hotel will be my #1 choice!

We have just left after 3 night's and cannot say enough about this hotel. Book it early as it's fantastic reviews ensure it books out early. We arrived at 7am and they took us to the hotel breakfast and played a history dvd on Istanbul. The breakfasts is amazing. They have the normal cereal and omelettes but for the impressive... More

This is a truly wonderful hotel, one of the best I've stayed at in 25 years of heavy leisure travel. It's a beautiful, fairly new boutique hotel with 5* service at 3* prices (and for Istanbul, the low end of 3* prices). If there were a 6th star to give, I'd give it. Rooms are very pleasant, comfortable and tastefully... More

Stayed in this hotel with my husband for 5 days in April. Loved the location, very friendly staff especially Yusuf and Ekrem. Room was spotlessly clean, fairly quiet. Breakfast was good with omelet specially made to order. Would recommend this hotel to other travellers.