The location is as good as it could possibly be for touring Istanbul. Bassilica Cistern, Haggia Sofia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, train stops are all a very short walk from the front door of the hotel. Beware that speakers across the street for "call to prayer" come with this location, so a room facing the hippodrome will offer great atmosphere... more

It was exactly as advertised on the internet. The breakfast room has lovely views. Service was excellent...they were able to answer all of our questions and yet were not overly helpful that it became annoying. Location is perfect, not toooo touristy and yet not remote. It was a safe, clean area that was just a hop, skip and a jump... more

The location of the Alzer cannot be beat, right on the hippodrome, steps from the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque as well as the Grand Bazaar. I was traveling with a friend and we got a twin room on the 5th floor which faced the back. The room was small but efficient, clean and well lit. The bathroom was large... more

Great hotel with an excellent location and very friendly staff. Will definitely stay there again. more

My family and I were 6, so we booked 2 rooms where I shared one room with 2 daughters and my husband with our two sons. Rooms are decorated nicely and very clean. My room had beautiful view of the Hippadrome Square and monument. The staff is friendly and helpful and they served a delicious breakfast every morning from a... more

We stayed at this hotel in July 2009, and it was simply a wonderful experience. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful (especially Engin)! You cannot get a better location -- opposite the Blue Mosque in the Hippodrome - walk to the tram station, Hagya Sofia, Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazar, etc. The breakfast was served on the rooftop,... more

It was a lovely stay and had great customer service.. the breakfast was great and had a fantastic view. The room was fine but the price of stay was a little expensive. more

From the minute we arrived we were made to feel as part of the family. The team at Alzer is unbelievable. They make sure ecery step of your vacation is going well. Prior to arriving, Zehra arranged all of our tours and was extremely accomodating to our needs. We would look forward to breakfast, which was a delicious traditional Turksih... more

This hotel,though small, is in the centre of old Istanbul(Sultanahmet) and is near all the attractions as well as the tram which takes you to the airport metro. The staff are so friendly and helpful and as there is very little turnover,they recognize us each time we go. The rooms are small but they have TV, ensuite,and safes and there... more