Best Western Obelisk Hotel is a 19th century converted Ottoman mansion, minutes from the Blue Mosque

Located within the less busy back streets of the Old City, the Best Western Obelisk Hotel is an excellent choice of hotels for leisure visitors who want to be near all of the major historic attractions. This appealing Istanbul hotel was converted from a 19th century Ottoman mansion and is immediately striking with its yellow coloured wooden façade. The rooftop restaurant and bar provide guests with wonderful views in all directions – the Blue Mosque and Aya Sofya, and the Sea of Marmara, the Bosphorus, and the Asian side are all in view.

Rooms are furnished in a traditional yet comfortable Ottoman style and include the essentials such as mini bar, air conditioning and wireless internet. Some rooms also have views.

Location: The Best Western Obelisk Hotel is located in the Cankurtaran area of Sultanahmet, in the Old City. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately a 20 minute drive. The nearest tram stop is about a ten minute walk.

Nearby Attractions: All of the major attractions on the historical peninsula are within easy reach of this Istanbul hotel. It is located a couple of streets back from the world famous Blue Mosque which can be reached within just a few minutes walk. Aya Sofya, the Mosaic Museum, the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Art, the Hippodrome and the Basilica Cistern are all within about 5 minutes walk of the Best Western Obelisk. Topkapi Palace is a little further and the Grand Bazaar a little further still, though with the proximity of the tram line, all of these places become even closer.

Facilities & Services: The Best Western Obelisk Hotel provides guests with an authentic experience from the moment you enter the lobby. There are comfortable seating areas here as well as the Lobby Bar where you can enjoy a drink. Additionally the rooftop Terrace Restaurant and Café Bar serves an open buffet breakfast plus Turkish cuisine meals and drinks whilst guests soak in the panoramic views of the Bosphorus, the Sea of Marmara, the Blue Mosque and Aya Sofya. Additional services include currency exchange, airport transfers available and laundry and ironing service.

Accommodation: This Istanbul hotel has a total of 41 guest rooms which are furnished and styled in a classic Ottoman theme, with modern bathrooms. All rooms have en-suite bathroom with hot water always available, individually controlled air conditioning, 24 hour room service, hair dryer, mini bar, central heating, wireless internet, cable television, telephone and some rooms have views.

Key Facts: Special Class hotel, 41 rooms, Sultanahmet location, converted 19th century Ottoman house, rooftop restaurant and bar with views, lobby bar, wireless internet.