Sultanhan Hotel, Istanbul

Step inside and wonder. The ceiling soars five metres above you. The stone floors are decorated in the Antalya-Elmali style. You’re staying in history.

And it doesn’t end there. There are massive oak doors. The balconies and window railings, the pillars and consoles are all after the manner of the Seldug and Ottoman periods. There is no other hotel in Istanbul that so befits its setting, because Hotel Sultanhan stands at the heart of Sultanahmet, Istanbul’s gloriously historic old town. So the hotel is part of the splendour of the ancient peninsular. But it is far, far more than a mere museum. It has a life and style all its own, which you will experience for yourself. You’ll be welcomed with traditional courtesy mingled with genuine warmth. You’ll stay in luxury, be treated to the best of modern amenities and dine on some of Istanbul’s most sophisticated cuisine.