Ibrahim Pasha Hotel

A thoroughly civilized small Hotel which stands out among the welter of happy-go-lucky little Hotels in the Sultanahmet area by its fine sense of style and excellent service. Do not expect turbaned pashas in this restored 19th century Townhouse: The ambiance is restrained and European, with a touch of neo-classical and a hint of 1920s Paris. The Lobby doubles up as a stylish Cafe featuring throne chairs, marble-topped tables and old sepia photographs. A magnificent Corinthian Capital ( genuine Roman ) supports the massive-glass Reception Desk. Rooms are comfortable and full of light, with Satellite TV on offer. The Roof Terrace commands a breathtaking close-up of the Blue Mosque and the Egyptian Obelisk. Across the street, the many-domed palace of Ibrahim Pasha, now the museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, Houses superb collections of illuminated Turkish manuscripts, Islamic Calligraphy and antique Carpets.

The Ibrahim Pasha Hotel, a hundred-years-old, 4-storey Turkish House is located in a central but quiet Street of the historical Sultanahmet. It has one of the most central locations at the historical Sultanahmet district of Istanbul, across from the Blue Mosque and a few minutes walk away from the most important historical sights like the Saint Sophia, The Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaa. An Open Terrace offers a breathtaking View of the Blue Mosque and the Sea of Marmara. Sultanahmet, the historic quarter of Istanbul is not large, but it can be overwhelming, for it spans vast epochs of history and contains an incredible concentration of art and architecture. Hotel Ibrahim Pasha, centrally located in the district, is right across from the Blue Mosque and a few minutes walk from important historical sights such as Saint Sophia, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar.

The Hotel is in the " Special Class " Category ( " Boutique Hotel " ). This is a prestigious rating of the Tourism Ministry given to small Hotels in restored historical Buildings.