The hotel itself is fairly simple and our room didn’t have a view, but the location is excellent. It is very well connected by both tram and ferry, with plenty of places nearby to eat, shop or simply spend time.
The breakfast terrace has fantastic views. You can see Galata Tower on one side and the Bosphorus on the other, as well as the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia in the distance. There is also a small hidden terrace above, mainly used by smokers, reached by some uneven steps. The views from there are particularly beautiful in the evening.
There is a lovely underground mosque next to the hotel which is very calm and peaceful. Behind the hotel is the marina, where lots of local people fish, and there are some excellent places nearby for fresh seafood.
The breakfast buffet was lovely, with a wide variety of choices, and the Turkish tea was perfect. The staff were very friendly, helpful and always willing to assist.
My only recommendation would be to add a few more power sockets in the rooms, ideally including USB charging points. Apart from that, we had a very enjoyable stay and the location was just perfect for exploring Istanbul.
