PELL PALACE HOTEL & SPA, Istanbul

Set 200 metres from the Column of Constantine in Istanbul, the 4-star Pell Palace Hotel & Spa (rated 8.9/10 on Booking.com) features a spa and wellness centre with a sauna, Turkish baths, and a massage chair. The hotel's on-site Pella coffee bar serves a variety of beverages. All 24 rooms are soundproofed and include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a hairdryer, and a private bathroom with rainfall showerheads. Room types range from Superior Double or Twin Rooms to Junior Suites with sea views. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at Pell Palace Hotel & Spa. The property offers a 24-hour front desk, free high-speed WiFi throughout, concierge service, currency exchange, room service, daily housekeeping, laundry and dry cleaning, luggage storage, and a paid airport shuttle to Istanbul Airport 42 km away. Popular attractions within walking distance from Pell Palace Hotel & Spa include the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Grand Bazaar. The hotel also provides bicycle rental, walking tours, and a shared lounge/TV area.

Unique architectural design reflecting local culture

Allergy-free rooms and facilities for disabled guests

Select rooms, including Junior Suites with balconies, offer sea views

Staff consistently praised for helpfulness and friendliness

The hotel sits on a steep narrow side street; vehicles cannot access between 10am and 6pm, requiring an uphill walk from the main road

Some rooms suffer from thin walls and street noise, especially those facing the front