Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class
Spa hotel near Hagia Sophia
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Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Pet friendly
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Room service
- Laundry
Explore the area
Hocapasa Mah. Hudavendigar Cad. 17/19, Sirkeci, Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110
- Topkapi PalacePlace, Topkapi Palace7 min walk
- Blue MosquePlace, Blue Mosque8 min walk
- Hagia SophiaPlace, Hagia Sophia8 min walk
- Istanbul (IST)Airport, Istanbul (IST)40 min drive
Room options
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood
Istanbul
City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Istanbul City Center hotel, you'll find Bosphorus and Eminönü Square. Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
- Topkapi Palace - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Blue Mosque - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Grand Bazaar - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
- Galata Tower - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
Getting around
- Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 1 min walk
- Sirkeci Station - 2 min walk
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
- Red River - 1 min walk
- Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - 1 min walk
- Salute Pub & Restaurant - 1 min walk
- The Coff's Sirkeci - 1 min walk
- Hotel Ipek Palas Istanbul - 2 min walk
About this property
Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class
Spa hotel near Hagia Sophia
Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class offers its guests a full-service spa and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.
Event space at this hotel measures 151 square feet (14 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee.
This Istanbul hotel is smoke free.
- 1 building
- 40 guestrooms or units
- 7 levels
- 151 sq ft of conference space
- 14 sq m of conference space
- Breakfast available (free)
- Manager's reception (free)
- Deli
- Conference space
- Coffee in lobby
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Express check-out
- Staff is multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Front-desk safe
- Car service
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- ATM
- Bellhop
- Elevator
- No smoking on site
- Lockers available
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class offers 40 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, slippers, designer toiletries, and bidets.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- In-room crib
- Laundry facilities
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
- Snack bar/deli
- Soundproofed rooms
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
- No onsite parking available
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
- Limo/town car service
Food and drink
- Free breakfast available
- A bar/lounge
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Free daily manager's reception
- Snack bar/deli
Things to do
- Full-service spa
- Sauna
- TV in common areas
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 6 steps to reach entrance
- Accessible airport shuttle
- Elevator (31 inch wide door)
Room amenities
Entertainment
- LCD TV with satellite channels
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Down comforter
- Free crib
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Pillow menu
- Premium bedding
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
- Tempur-Pedic mattress
Bathroom
- Bidet
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shower/bathtub combination
- Slippers
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- 24-hour room service
- Coffee/tea maker
- Electric kettle
- Free bottled water
- Minibar
More
- Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
- Cleaning products are eco-friendly
- Connecting rooms available
- Desk
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Free local calls
- Individual decor
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Phone
- Safe
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets are welcome and stay free
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum 1 (weight limit: 15 lbs per pet)
- Restrictions apply
- For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for TRY 1500 per night.
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Airport shuttle fee: TRY 2500 per room (one-way)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: TRY 1500 per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Property Registration Number 22238
We should mention
- One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
- Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
- To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class to the airport?
Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class is 29.4 mi (63-min drive) away from the Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class?
As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class on Oct 23, 2025 start from $103.02, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class have an airport shuttle?
Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of TRY 2500 per room, one-way.
How close is Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class to the beach?
This hotel is 13.9 mi (33-min drive) from Florya Beach.
Does Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class offer free breakfast?
Yes, Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class offers free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class?
Free parking is not available at this hotel.
Does Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class have a pool?
Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class does not have a pool.
Does Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class have a restaurant?
Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class is home to Coffee House, which features garden views and brunch.
Does Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class have a spa?
This hotel has a spa, which features body treatments, massages, and body scrubs.
How close is Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class to downtown Istanbul?
Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa - Special Class is 0.7 mi away from Istanbul.