The Empire Palace is the boutique hotel that we dream of finding once in a lifetime. It is an elegant small old world hotel that has been completely modernized without losing it's charm. It is in immaculate condition and operated by people who are determined to make their guests feel completely at home. In addition it is five minutes from... More

Uncertain what to expect at this hotel but was pleasantly surprised. Great location, extremely helpful staff and the one problem we had was quickly resolved.Breakfast fairly basic but more than adequate. Heard terrible stories about airport taxi drivers so booked hotels own transport. Driver was waiting at airport and took control of the luggage, the van was spotless and so... More

We arrived late at night but they were waiting and helped us get settled. Not the most luxurious hotel in the world but good enough. Location brilliant - a short walk to the Blue Mosque, Haggia Sohia, Grand Bazaar etc. I would definitely recommend this hotel.

Can't complain about the hotel. gives a feel of a typical boutique hotel. The room was very cozy.Hotel offers free wi-fi there which was another huge plus. The staff was extremly nice and helpful. Due to my return flight to miami being so early i had to leave the hotel at 4:00am! The front desk gentleman was there to help... More

We spent three wonderful days here and from the first friendly greeting we were very happy with the hotel. Very conveniently located, and as others have noted the tram just outside the window was a bit noisy and so was the 5 am call to prayer, but we didn't mind as this was part of the attraction of Istanbul. A... More

We enjoyed staying at the Empire Palace, very central, friendly and helpful staff especially Jaila (spelt wrong probably!). Good, plentiful breakfast, comfortable, clean if fairly basic room. On tram route so quite exposed to local noise including call to prayer 5am, but got used to that, as you do. Istanbul was great especially Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque, both stunning.... More

Arrived late afternoon on Monday to be greeted by friendly and efficient staff. We talked about arranging a city tour and a Bosphorous boat trip and they helped us to select and booked the next 2 days before we went to dinner. Excellent value for money trips, great advice. Rooms clean and the staff made the stay more enjoyable. Great... More

Going to iST lot's of time as footbal supporter (Fenerbahce) this time for derby was there between 15 th to 19 march with a friend ( Merhaba Alp ) --:) Hôtel as nice rooms, good and friendly and also hepful personnal, there a trying to do the best to please customers. Hôtel is located right under St Sophie, the blue... More