Aprilis Deluxe Hotel

Everything, the location was close to all landmarks and restaurants were open late as well. The staff was amazing, Rabia at front desk was very helpful during our stay and assisted us if we had any questions Amazing and helpful staff

Very nice hotel, clean rooms with modern finish. Bathroom was well equiped. We had a nice balcony and the windows cancelled noise well. We were about 15 mins walk away from the markets which was ideal. Immediate area and streets are ropey but its all a bit like that in istanbul in my view. Decent breakfast with good options, although staff were too keen to take your plates and cups away if you were away from your table for a second look which was annoying. Multiple morning we had our half drank coffee cups removed when we went to grab a pastry to finish breakfast, I could understand if it was rammed but there were loads of tables free so it was super unnecessary. Staff at the desk were super helpful with tips and we booked a boat experience dinner with them which was a good night out.

The hotel was very convenient for the majority of the attractions in Sultanahmet which were walking distance. The tram stop was also close by to explore other parts of Istanbul. The staff were very nice and helpful and cleaning standard was excellent, the maid did a thorough clean every day! The breakfast was nothing special, just the basics which I suppose is acceptable for the size of the hotel. I'm not sure why all the other reviews suggest it was fantastic (maybe I'm just used to the more high end hotels where there is a massive selection and fresh omelettes/pancakes to order!!) The location is in an area where there are cobbled streets and quite hilly, so be prepared for some walking. The local restaurants are okay but the prices are more akin to a more exclusive area but that could be due to inflation in Istanbul everywhere, as I felt I was paying more than London prices in some places. The terrace on the roof isn't great , and the view is of the other buildings close by so not great. I dint use the gym or spa so can't comment. Overall, a decent hotel ,small but clean with friendly staff, so recommend for your first visit to Istanbul.

Thoroughly enjoyed this stay. It was a lovely hotel and the PERFECT room. The stay was mad all the more special by the exceptional attitude of all the Team, working in all areas of the hotel, from hotel Housekeeping, Restaurant Team, Management & Reception. Special thanks go to ANDREE (Restaurant) who was wonderful and met every request with a lovely smile, to UTKU (Reception) for his wonderful welcome and attentive, friendly and professional manner, to SELMAN (Hotel Management) who assisted with directions, places of interest and the Bosphorus River Boat Trip - Evening Dining Reservation. We also thank Nehir & Rahim (Reception) and all the lovely, friendly and exceptionally hard working cleaning Ladies, who did a fantastic job every day! Highly recommend this lovely Hotel in a great location in the Old Town. We look forward to returning next year!

The staff is fantastic and available for anything that you need. The location is great. The breakfast offers a variety of food (someone might say that is missing more meat dishes-but you have great choice of warm dishes with eggs that fill in that gap) and all the foods are replenished constantly.