A lot of positive things have been written about this hotel. They are all true. What appealed to us most was the ability to switch off Istanbul with all it's people, traffic and noise. The Basileus Hotel is a place to relax with a nice cup of Turkish tea or coffee, chat with other guests or the friendly staff. It... More

I stayed here only one night in late April 2013. Although, relatively speaking, its area would not be my first choice in Sultanahmet, the welcoming atmosphere, guest conveniences, and extraordinary service earn its great reputation. The staff carefully explained my options for getting to the airport, including pros and cons that I welcomed. Due to a hurried exit, I left... More

My experience in Istanbul would not have been the same without the accommodating staff at Basileus Hotel! They went above and beyond to make our experience in Turkey the most culturally rich and authentic...from recommendations on Turkish baths and local eateries, to booking shows and airport transfers for us. My family and I truly appreciated each gesture. Definitely recommend staying... More

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!