Four Seasons at Sultanahmet

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet is an intimate retreat of just 65 rooms and suites located in a former prison in the center of Istanbul's Old Town. The three-story, neo-classic building wraps around a landscaped, courtyard garden, formerly the prisoners' exercise yard, and neighbors some of the city's most impressive historical monuments. Opened in 1996, the Hotel is one of the jewels in Four Seasons' crown. The UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Topkapi Palace, Agia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque are just a couple of minutes stroll from the Hotel.

In keeping with this privileged location, the Hotel's interiors and decoration pay homage to the city's rich Ottoman heritage. Shuttered windows and arched doorways open to reveal well-lit, uncluttered spaces; decorative Ottoman artifacts and antique rugs are incorporated amongst neoclassical furniture and welcoming Turkish sofas. The resultant effect exudes an easy, homely ambiance that belies the exclusivity of the address.

Location

The Sultanahmet location puts you just steps away from heritage sites such as the soaring Hagia Sophia basilica, the relic-filled Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque. The Grand Bazaar and the Spice Market, both only a mile away, provide easy access to Turkish shopping. And we're just a 20-minute drive to the sister hotel, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorous, where you can enjoy complimentary access to the pool and other hotel services.

Accommodations

Guest Rooms - The stylish and well-appointed Guest Rooms offer the very best in comfort and privacy, while providing a peaceful retreat in which to relax and unwind throughout your stay. Suites - Ideal for both business trips or family vacations, these expansive Suites provide all the extra space you could need for your stay, with separate sleeping and living spaces.

Dining

The Hotel's restaurant, Seasons, is located within a glass pavilion that forms the lush courtyard garden's focal point. Here, International and Turkish fine dining come together. Turkish traditions are also evident throughout the Hotel in the warmth of the welcome and consistently high service level – both exceptional, even by Four Seasons' standards. Dining facilities include "Seasons Restaurant," serving international cuisine, the "Winter Garden," for afternoon tea and cocktails, and the "Blue Room," a cozy lounge for afternoon tea, cocktails, and after-dinner drinks.

A'ya Terrace - With the iconic Hagia Sofia as a backdrop, the rooftop lounge is the perfect place to mingle with friends while savouring sunset mocktails or Turkish wines by the glass.

Seasons Restaurant - Take a seat in the glass-enclosed courtyard or outside on the terrace, surrounded by the immaculately manicured garden. Either way, you'll feel transported to a whole new world as you dine on the elevated take on Mediterranean cuisine.

Lobby Lounge - The lobby-level lounge comprises three distinct spaces - an intimate dining room with fireplace, a piano room with original artwork and a winter garden – and is the place to come for light lunches, afternoon tea and specialty cocktails.

Spa & Wellness

Spa And Pool at Four Seasons Hotel Bosphorus - The guests are invited to experience the sister hotel's expansive seaside Spa. To get there, allow us to arrange the shuttle service between Four Seasons Hotel Bosphorus and Four Seasons Hotel Sultanahmet.

Additional services/facilities include a health club, sauna and steam room, massage, 24-hour room service, babysitting service, 24-hour business services, 24-hour concierge service, complimentary newspaper, and laundry/dry cleaning service.

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