The Istanbul Hotel Sur is an old Ottoman house that was built 120 years ago, and last renovated in 2006. The hotel is near Istanbuls historical walls and has sea view. It is just five minutes walking distance away from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Underground Cistern, and Grand Bazaar. The hotel is surrounded by historic reminders of the Byzantine Empire. The Byzantine and Ottoman Monuments such as Saint Sophia and the Basilica Cistern are close by. Other cultural highlights including the Hippodrome, Turkish Carpet Museum, Spice Bazaar, Cemberlitas Hamami Turkish Bath, and the Ca alo lu Bath, are very easily reached on foot. The hotel welcomes guests with traditional Turkish hospitality and hope to ensure a comfortable and wonderful stay. Included in the room rate is breakfast, served on the terrace with wonderful views of the Marmara Sea, Bosphorus, and Princes Islands.
The terrace is also open 24 hours for drinks, including a good selection of wines. The hotel lobby is the best and most quiet place to relax after busy Istanbul days. All rooms are clean and individually decorated in a tasteful fashion. Comfortable beds provide a good nights sleep.
Some rooms also offer balconies. Each room includes air-conditioning, telephone, a minibar, a cable TV, and a private bathroom with shower, toilet, hairdryer, and hot and cold running water. Adjoining rooms are also available.
The hotels family rooms and suite also offer views of the Marmara Sea. Rooms also offer a wake-up service and 24-hour room service. The hotel offers private pick-up from Ataturk Airport to the hotel at an additional cost. Private pick-up from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to the hotel is also offered. Children age six or under can stay free of charge when sharing a room with two accompanying adults.