Apricot Hotel is a boutique hotel on the historic peninsula less than 5 minutes from the Blue Mosque.

 

The newly relocated Apricot Hotel is a small 3 star boutique hotel situated on a street behind the Blue Mosque, which is less than 5 minutes walk away, making this an ideal Istanbul hotel for visitors who are looking for a convenient location at an affordable price. Aya Sofya and Topkapi Palace are also just a short walk away, and many more of the Old City’s attractions are within walking distance.

 

 

There are just six rooms, four of which have a balcony and a view of the Blue Mosque. All rooms are comfortable and have impressive en-suite facilities, and are furnished and decorated in modern, neutral tones. Breakfast is included and airport transfers from both Istanbul Ataturk and Sabiha Gokcen airport are also available.

Although limited in the facilities on offer, the emphasis at the Apricot Hotel is on excellent customer service and making sure that your stay is the best it can be.

 

Location: Apricot Hotel is situated in Sultanahmet, behind the Blue Mosque which is less than 5 minutes walk away. Approximately 15 km from Istanbul Ataturk Airport and walking distance to the nearest tram stop.

 

 

Nearby Attractions: This Istanbul hotel is situated in an excellent position from which to enjoy all the attractions on the historic Sultanahmet peninsula. Located in a street behind the Blue Mosque puts this impressive building within 5 minutes walk, whilst the equally impressive Aya Sofya can be reached on foot in about the same time. The nearest tram stop is within easy walking distance, and this makes the rest of the Old City and the modern city, across the Golden Horn, very accessible also.

 

Facilities & Services: Wireless internet is available throughout the Apricot Hotel and for those who do not have their own laptop, a computer with internet access is available for guests’ use in the lobby. There is a book exchange service and Turkish daily newspapers also available in the lobby area. Reception is open 24 hours and there is daily housekeeping service. Breakfast is included.

 

Accommodation: There are 6 rooms at this Istanbul hotel, of varying sizes. Room One can sleep up to four people and has a bathroom with Jacuzzi tub, though no balcony. Room Two can sleep three people at a squeeze, and has a balcony with view of the Blue Mosque and a bathroom with Jacuzzi. Room Three sleeps two people, has a balcony with Blue Mosque view and en-suite shower room. Room Four sleeps up to three people with a sofa bed. It has a bathroom with steam and massage shower and Turkish bath. There is no balcony. Room Five sleeps up to three people and has one of the best views in the hotel from its balcony. This room also has a steam and massage shower and Turkish bath in the bathroom. Room Six is a smaller room with balcony and views of the Blue Mosque with a shower room. All rooms in this Istanbul hotel have marble bathrooms, individually controlled air conditioning, central heating, cable television, hair dryer, toiletries, minibar and direct dial telephones.

 

Key Facts: 3 star boutique hotel, 6 rooms, most rooms with Blue Mosque views and balcony, marble bathrooms, Sultanahmet location, 5 minutes from Old City attractions, breakfast included, high speed wireless internet throughout.