Ideally located in the heart of Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district, Azade Hotel is just a short pleasant walk away from such world-famous architectural wonders as Saint Sophia (Haghia Sophia) and the Blue Mosque. Housed in one of the best-preserved and most tastefully converted historic Ottoman mansions in all of Sultanahmet, Azade Hotel is an excellent starting point from which to explore the many attractions of the Sultanahmet district. In addition to acknowledged architectural masterpieces like Saint Sophia and the Blue Mosque, Azade Hotel enjoys easy access to all of the prime sights to be found in Sultanahmet and the area nearby: Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, the Underground Basilica Cistern, the Archaeological Museum and the Hippodrome Square among them. At the conclusion of an exciting day, Azade Hotel is Sultanahmet accommodation that it is a pleasure to return to. The hotel itself, unique among boutique hotels in Istanbul, combines attractive 19th century Ottoman domestic architecture with charming furnishings and all modern conveniences. More than a simple Sultanahmet bed and breakfast, Azade Hotel features 46 comfortable well-appointed rooms. While furnished in the Ottoman style, each room features modern comforts such as individually-controlled air conditioning, central heating, private bathroom, television (with access to international channels), free high speed wireless internet access, minibar and 24-hour room service. The friendly professional staff helps to make Azade Hotel rank highly on any list of where to stay in Sultanahmet, or even of where to stay in Istanbul.