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; Sultanahmet)
Roughly translated, the Turkish word 'Dersaadet' means 'Place of
Happiness' - and you will indeed be happy if you stay here. The interior of this painstak-
ingly restored Ottoman wooden house features exquisitely painted ceilings and custom-
designed wooden furniture throughout. Rooms, which have four-star amenities, are ex-
tremely comfortable and there's a roof terrace with Sea of Marmara and Blue Mosque
views.
HOTEL ALP $$
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€80-110; ; Sultanahmet)
The Alp lives up to its location in Sultanahmet's premier
small-hotel enclave, offering a range of attractive, well-priced rooms. Bathrooms are
small but very clean, and there are plenty of amenities. The roof terrace is one of the best
in this area, with great sea views and comfortable indoor and outdoor seating.
ERTEN KONAK $$
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luxe r €70-100, executive r €80-140; ; Sultanahmet)
Lovers of antiques and collectables
will enjoy staying in this historic wooden
konak
(mansion), which has been completely re-
built in recent years. Public areas are full of objects d'art and all 16 rooms are attractively
decorated. Garden rooms are cramped - opt for an executive room if possible. No roof ter-
race, but the glassed winter garden compensates.
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& deluxe €170-270; ; Sirkeci)
This recent addition to the Sirkeci Group's hotel
portfolio offers the comfortable, well-appointed rooms and high-level customer care that
the group's properties are known for. The 'Modern Ottoman' decor here is attractive, the
roof terrace has spectacular views, and there's a health club with small pool, jacuzzi,
sauna and two hamams. Everyone loves the free early-evening meze buffet.
HOTEL ŞEBNEM $$
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Sultanahmet)
Simplicity is the rule at the Şebnem, and it works a treat. Rooms
