Property Location A stay at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class places you in the heart of Istanbul, within a 10-minute walk of Bosphorus and Egyptian Bazaar. This spa hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Hagia Sophia and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Topkapi Palace.

Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 40 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and bidets.

Amenities

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and body treatments. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).

Dining Grab a bite at Coffee House, a bistro which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.

Business, Other Amenities

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Istanbul? This hotel has facilities measuring 151 square feet (14 square meters), including conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Gülhane Park - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Bosphorus - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Istanbul Archaeology Museums - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Eminonu Pier - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Golden Horn - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Egyptian Bazaar - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Eminönü Square - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Basilica Cistern - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Hagia Sophia - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Sultanahmet Square - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Tomb of Sultan Ahmet I - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Grand Bazaar - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Topkapi Palace - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Cemberlitas Bath - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Column of Constantine - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 47.4 km / 29.4 mi
Istanbul Airport (IST) - 41.1 km / 25.6 mi

National Ratings

The Turkish Ministry of Tourism assigns an official classification for accommodations in Türkiye. This Hotel property is awarded the following classification: Special Class.

Spoken Languages

Russian

English

Turkish

Know Before You Go:

• One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
• Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
• The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
• Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
• Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
• Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

• For details on Best Western's privacy policy, visit www.bestwestern.com/privacy.

Fees:

• Airport shuttle fee: TRY 2500 per room (one-way)
• Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
• Rollaway bed fee: TRY 1500 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Checkin Instructions:

• Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
• Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
• Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
• This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
• Cashless transactions are available
• This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
• Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
• Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
• This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Special Checkin Instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Checkin Time:

2:00 PM

Checkin End Time:

anytime

Checkin Minimum Age:

18

Checkout Time:

11:00 AM

Room Facilities