THE HOTEL BEYAZ SARAY & SPA - SPECIAL CATEGORY, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
The hotel offers 96 rooms with wood floors and dark wood beds, including double rooms, junior suites, and family rooms with one double and one single bed. All rooms contain air conditioning, satellite LCD televisions, minibars, electronic safes, and free WiFi. Private bathrooms include showers, hairdryers, and free toiletries. Some rooms provide views of the Beyazit Mosque.
Dining Options
The Terrace restaurant on the top floor serves Turkish and international cuisine with views of the Beyazit Mosque. Vista Cafe & Patisserie offers cakes, coffee, and alcoholic beverages until midnight. The Saray Café at the hotel entrance serves light meals and Turkish coffee. Breakfast includes a buffet with over 40 alternatives, including Turkish specialties.
Spa & Leisure
The hotel spa provides massages, facials, hydrotherapy, and hand, foot, and body treatments. Facilities include a Turkish bath (hamam), sauna, and steam room. Access to the spa is free for hotel guests.
Location & Access
The hotel is in Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet district. It is a 10-minute walk from Vezneciler-Istanbul Universitesi Metro Station and 1 km from the Sultanahmet Tram stop. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern are within walking distance. The Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar are 10 minutes away.
Services & Facilities
The 24-hour front desk provides information on local excursions and airport pickup service. The hotel has a business center, a conference room for up to 70 people, a cyber corner, and audiovisual equipment. Other amenities include a laundry service, hair salon, and 24-hour room service.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Baby pushchair
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Public Bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Upon arrival, we were surprised with a spacious Suite room, which was a great start. However, the cleanliness of the room left something to be desired; it felt a bit outdated and could use some refurbishment. On a positive note, the daily cleaning service and fresh towels were a nice touch.
The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Istanbul, just steps away from major attractions like the Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque. The rooms vary in quality, with some offering stunning views while others are dated and poorly lit. The service was a mix of helpfulness and some misleading information, but ultimately accommodating. Dining options could use some improvement, although some aspects were enjoyable. Overall, a convenient choice for exploring the historic district of Istanbul.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were spacious and had an amazing sea view, but cleanliness was lacking. The staff was initially unhelpful, but eventually assisted me after some persistence. The location was perfect for exploring the city on foot, but the dining options were mediocre.
The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to explore the city attractions. The rooms face an internal courtyard and lack sound isolation, but are clean and situated in the heart of the city. The service staff, especially Kubilay, are exceptionally respectful and friendly. The location allows for a genuine experience of the city vibes and is close to major tourist attractions. While there are minor inconveniences like restricted car access, the proximity to metro stations enhances accessibility.
I was pleasantly surprised by the service at this hotel. The upgrade from a superior room to a suite by the lady at the reception was a nice touch, but unfortunately, the room was dusty, and the bathroom showed signs of mold, not matching the pictures I had seen. On the upside, the staff was respectful and friendly.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were not up to standards, with a leaking basin and terrible shower stains, and the heating didn't work well, making my experience quite cold. However, the location was excellent, close to all major attractions in Istanbul. The service was lacking, with staff being rude and inattentive. The dining options were limited and not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.
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