Hotel Description

Basileus Hotel is a newly opened hotel in the Sultanahmet section of the Old City of Constantinople which was renamed Istanbul in 1923 when the Ottoman Empire came to an end with the establishment of the modern state of Turkey As the capital of three successive empires Roman Byzantine and Ottoman Istanbul has long occupied a central role in the histories and cultures of the Greeks Romans Byzantines and Ottomans in succession and is today one of the largest most vibrant and undeniably cosmopolitan cities in the world The Basileus s location in the Sultanahmet section provides ease of access on foot to a host of Istanbul s most important and historic tourist attractions among them being Justinian s 6th century C E masterpiece the Haghia Sophia Ayasofya Camii the Blue Mosque Sultanahmet Camii the Grand Bazaar Topkapi Palace the Hippodrome the Basilica Cistern the Turkish and Islamic Museum the Archaeological Museum as well as numerous historic Ottoman baths known as ha mams Also located within just minutes of Basileus s front doors is the extraordinary little Byzantine Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus also built by the Emperor Justinian and his Empress Theodora now known as Kucuk Ayasofya Little Ayasofya which served as an architectural forerunner to the later Ayasofya in a number of its innovative architectural elements Hotel s name basileus is Greek for king and was one of the imperial tiles used by Justinian a fitting name for hotel located in this district containing several of his residences and churches Other sections of the surrounding neighborhood once served as an important harbor in Byzantine times and as parts of the massive imperial palace complex of the Palace of the Caesars during the early Roman era Virtually everywhere you go in Sultanahmet reflects this layering of successive civilizations and the immediate vicinity of Basileus proves no exception to that rule Step outside and walk around Ancient Istanbul is ready to welcome you Surrounding AreaBasileus hotel is located in old city Sultanahmet area Many of attractions such as Blue Mosque Haghia Sophia Hippodrome Topkapi Palace Grand Bazaar are just a short distance from the hotel You can easily visit all these places on foot Ataturk International Airport 15 kilometers away from Basileus Hotel It takes about 20 minutes by car If you order a pick up service you will meet driver at the exit of the customs area If you experience any problems in getting to hotel please dial 90 212 517 7878 at anytime in a day Basileus hotel is located in old city Sultanahmet area Many of attractions such as Blue Mosque Haghia Sophia Hippodrome Topkapi Palace Grand Bazaar are just a short distance from the hotel You can easily visit all these places on foot Room TypesDouble Twin Room Double Twin Room with two twin beds or one queen bed includes Air conditioning Balcony Terrace Cable Satellite TV Ceiling fan Color TV En suite Private bathroom Hairdryer Heating Internet access Laundry service Mini bar Non smoking rooms Refrigerator Room service Safe in room Tea and coffee making facilities and Telephone The room has gleaming hardwood floors restful colors and Ottoman style wooden furniture with which to make yourself at home during your stay with us Most of the rooms enjoy private balconies for fresh air and charming views of the Old City and are large enough to be considered suites All of the rooms provide in room baths with bathtubs or showers hair dryers adjustable air conditioning LCD TVs with international channels fully stocked bar refrigerators telephones as well as free wireless internet connection The bathrooms come equipped with make up tables with mirrors and local toiletries such as soaps and shampoos Superior Double Twin Room Superior Double Twin Room with two twin or one double bed includes Air conditioning Balcony Terrace Cable Satellite TV Ceiling fan Color TV En suite Private bathroom Hairdryer Heating Internet access Laundry service Mini bar Non smoking rooms Refrigerator Room service Safe in room Tea and coffee making facilities and Telephone The room has gleaming hardwood floors restful colors and Ottoman style wooden furniture with which to make yourself at home during your stay with us Most of the rooms enjoy private balconies for fresh air and charming views of the Old City and are large enough to be considered suites All of the rooms provide in room baths with bathtubs or showers hair dryers adjustable air conditioning LCD TVs with international channels fully stocked bar refrigerators telephones as well as free wireless internet connection The bathrooms come equipped with make up tables with mirrors and local toiletries such as soaps and shampoos Economy Double Room Economy Double Room with two twin beds or on double bed includes Air conditioning Balcony Terrace Cable Satellite TV Ceiling fan Color TV En suite Private bathroom Hairdryer Heating Internet access Laundry service Mini bar Non smoking rooms Refrigerator Room service Safe in room Tea and coffee making facilities and Telephone The room has gleaming hardwood floors restful colors and Ottoman style wooden furniture with which to make yourself at home during your stay with us Most of the rooms enjoy private balconies for fresh air and charming views of the Old City and are large enough to be considered suites All of the rooms provide in room baths with bathtubs or showers hair dryers adjustable air conditioning LCD TVs with international channels fully stocked bar refrigerators telephones as well as free wireless internet connection The bathrooms come equipped with make up tables with mirrors and local toiletries such as soaps and shampoos Triple Room Triple Room with three twin bed or one queen and one twin bed includes includes Air conditioning Balcony Terrace Cable Satellite TV Ceiling fan Color TV En suite Private bathroom Hairdryer Heating Internet access Laundry service Mini bar Non smoking rooms Refrigerator Room service Safe in room Tea and coffee making facilities and Telephone The room has gleaming hardwood floors restful colors and Ottoman style wooden furniture with which to make yourself at home during your stay with us Most of the rooms enjoy private balconies for fresh air and charming views of the Old City and are large enough to be considered suites All of the rooms provide in room baths with bathtubs or showers hair dryers adjustable air conditioning LCD TVs with international channels fully stocked bar refrigerators telephones as well as free wireless internet connection The bathrooms come equipped with make up tables with mirrors and local toiletries such as soaps and shampoos Economy Triple Room Economy Triple Room with three twin beds or one queen bed and one twin bed includes includes includes Air conditioning Balcony Terrace Cable Satellite TV Ceiling fan Color TV En suite Private bathroom Hairdryer Heating Internet access Laundry service Mini bar Non smoking rooms Refrigerator Room service Safe in room Tea and coffee making facilities and Telephone The room has gleaming hardwood floors restful colors and Ottoman style wooden furniture with which to make yourself at home during your stay with us Most of the rooms enjoy private balconies for fresh air and charming views of the Old City and are large enough to be considered suites All of the rooms provide in room baths with bathtubs or showers hair dryers adjustable air conditioning LCD TVs with international channels fully stocked bar refrigerators telephones as well as free wireless internet connection