Istanbul, TurkeySultanahmet
Amiral Palace Boutique Hotel
Neoclassical seaside hotel
Sultanahmet Istanbul, Turkey
Renovated
2015
Price
$$
Rated for
Wellness Social LocalOutside the door
Neoclassical seaside hotel
A Western neoclassical exterior distinguishes this boutique hotel in Sultanahmet, standing just up from the shore of the Marmara.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Inside rooms are more classic in style with wall mouldings and chandeliers, and a few come with sea views.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia sit a short walk uphill, and quiet Cankurtaran lanes wind down toward the Marmara shore.
The rooms
Traditional decor dresses the bedrooms, where executive suites add whirlpool baths and select upper rooms look out across the Sea of Marmara.
The pool and spa
Bring a swimsuit.
A small indoor pool sits beneath slatted timber ceilings, bordered by textured stone walls near quiet treatment rooms.
The hammam
Carved stone basins surround a heated marble slab in the hammam, and mist fills the mosaic steam room.
Restaurant
No7 Rooftop
The glass-enclosed dining room looks across the Sea of Marmara, serving morning buffet spreads and European dinner classics.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.