Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa

Hudavendigar Cad. No:17 / 19 Hocapasa Mah. - Sirkeci/Sultanahmet, Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey - Close to attractions
8.9/10 ยท 1803 reviews

Standing merely a 7-minute walk from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum, the 4-star Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa Istanbul enjoys a convenient location in the very heart of Istanbul. Located a few steps from the Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam, this hotel offers a cocktail bar, a hammam, a sauna, and a shared lounge.

Location

The smoke-free hotel is just 1.8 km from the refurbished Arap Mosque, just 1.2 km from the Ottoman-era Friday Blue Mosque. The Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa places you within a 700-metre distance of Sea of Marmara. The ornate 16th - century Suleymaniye Mosque is an 18-minute walk away. This property is a 48-minute drive from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport, and fairly close to Sirkeci train station.

Rooms

The allergy-free rooms of Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa have central heating, ironing facilities, and a fan along with a mini fridge bar, tea and coffee-making facilities. Rooms are also furnished with king-size beds or double beds. They feature bathrooms with a bidet and a shower as well as a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Food & Drinks

This Istanbul hotel offers a rich buffet breakfast. The Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa Istanbul offers the ร  la carte restaurant serving Turkish specialities. The property is 250 metres from Hafiz Mustafa 1864, that serves Middle Eastern cuisine.

Leisure & Activities

The propertyโ€™s spa service will ensure a nice stay.

Why choose Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa Istanbul

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  • Relaxing Turkish bath experience

  • Prime location near attractions

  • Comfortable air-conditioned rooms

  • Buffet breakfast included daily

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Spa and relaxation

  • On-site Dining

  • Child-friendly

  • Air conditioning

  • Pets

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Spa and relaxation
  • On-site Dining
  • Child-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Shuttle

  • Paid airport shuttle

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Currency exchange
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining options

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Recreation

  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Massage
  • Public Bath

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Bathroom telephone

Devices

  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Key card access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 11:00
Licence number9615
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.

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From USD 106 per night
Check-in 8 Jun 2026
Check-out 9 Jun 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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    From USD 106 per night
    Check-in 8 Jun 2026
    Check-out 9 Jun 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
    How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.
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    Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 11:00
    Licence number9615
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no cots provided in a room.
    • There are no extra beds provided in a room.