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Orient Express Hotel Istanbul
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Orient Express Hotel Istanbul
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Hudavendigar Cad, 34
Istanbul, Turkey
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The Orient Express Hotel Istanbul is located within walking distance of the major historically-significant destinations Istanbul has to offer including the Basilica Cistern, St. Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar. It is also located near Sirkeci Train Station, once the drop off point for the train from which the hotel takes its name.
The Orient Express Hotel Istanbul may not be accessible by its namesake train any longer but is only a roughly half-hour's drive from Ataturk International Airport and close to public transport.
The rooms at the Orient Express Hotel Istanbul are designed for comfort and provide an array of modern amenities. Wireless Internet access, satellite television, minibars, private baths and direct-dial telephone service are universally-offered. There is a restaurant on site and room service available for those who prefer to dine in their rooms. There is a bar, themed after the Orient Express, which offers cocktails.
The Orient Express Hotel Istanbul takes its name from the famous train which was once so much a part of this city. It is among the Istanbul hotels that emphasize the history of the city in both its location and its décor. The hotel offers amenities, both of the generally-expected sort and those which flow from a luxury aesthetic.
Amenities:
24 Hour Reception
Air Conditioned
Airport shuttle
Bar / Lounge
Cable / Satellite TV
Coffee / Tea Maker
Concierge
Currency Exchange
Disabled Access
Dry Cleaning
Elevator / Lift
Free Breakfast
Hair Dryer
High-speed Internet
Laundry service
Medical Assistance Available
Meeting Rooms
Mini Bar
Multilingual Staff
Non-Smoking Rooms
Restaurant
Room Service
Safe-Deposit Box
Swimming pool
Tour Desk
TV
Wake-up Service
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From 0:00 AM
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Date of Stay:
May, 2009
For travelers who do not like chains and want to be in a comfortable, friendly, locally run hotel, Oriental Express is perfect. Yes, the rooms are European-style small, but they are very clean. And the beds are super comfortable, not saggy, or old. Yes, the street noise can sometimes be heard in your room, but not excessively so-- and hearing a prayer call every once in a while - isn't that what you're in Istanbul for: to experience the local culture? Hotel staff is, without exception wonderful - personable, friendly and accommodating. The breakfast (included in price) is amazing - I missed it when I came home - it's a risk-free way to sample local fare- there is something for everyone. Location? Couldn't be better, really. We walked everywhere, including to the docks where we went on the 6 hour boat ride up the Bospheros Straight to the Black Sea (highly recommended- not expensive) and to the mosques, the palace, the university, spice and grand bazars etc. If you want to travel to the new part of the city, the hotel is near a tram stop. There is a grocery store just a few storefronts down, and the hotel rooms come equipped with a small fridge -- very convenient. This is not a flashy, luxurious, pamper-you-with-a-massage Americanized hotel. It is a comfortable, clean, extremely friendly modest place. You can stay here without feeling like you cheated by staying in a chain hotel and still have your basic comforts more than met. The hotel also has a computer with Internet available in a room off the reception area for guests who want to check their e-mail every once in a while, but don't want to lug their computers along - once again, perfect for the traveler who doesn't want to completely loose touch but wants to feel like s/he is on vacation. We saw families with children and they appeared to be happy as well. There is a smallish pool that looked well kept and would be nice to come "home" to after a day of culture or shopping if you bring kids. I definitely recommen
Date of Stay:
January, 2009
A nice hotel with superb staff that will help you with everything. All the main sights are within a 5-10 minute walk from the hotel. Not the most modern hotel, if that is what you are looking for, but clean and functional and good value for the price. Free afternoon tea with snacks included as well as breakfast.
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November, 2008
Very goof location, helpful staff. Rooms are a bit small, but otherwise convenient. Pool area needs renovation. If you get off standart prices, price/performance is adequate.
Date of Stay:
November, 2008
Great hotel with an excellent staff.
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