Istanbul, TurkeySultanahmet
Catch Sultanahmet
Restored Ottoman mansions
Restored Ottoman mansions
Guests stay across a series of historical townhouses along a pedestrian lane, creating an intimate neighborhood enclave.
What it’s good at
Notable
Ottoman stonework and traditional İznik tiles meet clean-lined contemporary minimalist interiors.
Notable
Nine restored wooden konak mansions preserve original rubble walls and timber ceilings.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The rooms keep the original stonework visible: grey rubble walls, white-painted timber ceilings, İznik-tile artworks, while the rooms themselves are clean-lined and contemporary.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The front doors face the Marmara Sea, and the Blue Mosque is a short stroll uphill.
The rooms
Centuries-old masonry and İznik tilework balance clean modern lines, bright white linens, and Fiolas bath amenities.
At the table
The morning buffet lays out regional cheeses and warm dishes, and terrace tables look out over the Marmara Sea.
Istanbul
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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.