Grand Peninsula Hotel, Istanbul

Grand Peninsula Hotel - A historic district hotel with sea views, terrace breakfast, and walking access to major monuments

Located in the heart of the historic Sultanahmet district, Grand Peninsula Hotel offers 19 air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, minibars, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. A buffet breakfast is served each morning on the terrace with views of the Marmara Sea at Grand Peninsula Hotel. The property sits 328.1 ft from its sister hotel in a peaceful side street, placing guests within 5-8 minutes walking distance of Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Column of Constantine. Rooms include single, double, triple, and family accommodations, some featuring seating areas, terraces with quiet street views, or city and garden vistas. The 24-hour front desk provides concierge services, tour assistance, and practical area advice in English and Turkish. The tram station is 12 minutes walking from the hotel.

Pros

The terrace breakfast offers views of the Marmara Sea.

Staff speak fluent English and provide 24-hour concierge services.

Multiple room configurations include family rooms and baby beds.

Walking distance to major monuments: 5 minutes to Blue Mosque and 8 minutes to Hagia Sophia.

Cons

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 28 miles away.

Free WiFi is available only in public areas, not in all rooms.