This is not a 5 star hotel by normal standards, but is well worth a visit if only for its fantastic location in Sultanahmet, within walkable distance of most of the main sites, and its roof terrace views over the Sea of Marmara. The flip side of its convenient location is the night time noise levels (it's surrounded by restaurants, bars and pubs), but you can't have it all ways - or maybe you can, but only if you pay SIGNIFICANTLY more money. The staff at the hotel are worth a special mention, particularly Necati (SUCH a gentleman), the lovely lady who prepared the breakfast every day, and the very friendly cleaning ladies.