White Palace Old City Hotel — Hotel in Fatih

Arriving at the White Palace Boutique Hotel felt like stepping into a little world of its own. The owner greets you with a smile that instantly makes you feel at home, sharing stories about the city, recommending hidden gems, and genuinely seeming happy to have you there. It’s not just kindness—it’s the kind of hospitality that stays with you. The location is incredible: central but quiet, perfect for exploring on foot without wasting time in traffic. The rooms? Comfortable, thoughtfully decorated, spotless, and with that elegant yet unpretentious touch that makes every guest feel special.

And the breakfast… wow! Not just a simple breakfast, but a real Turkish feast: cheeses, olives, homemade jams, pastries, fresh bread… every morning you wake up smiling, ready to start your day of adventure. But what really lingers is the atmosphere: relaxed, warm, authentic. It doesn’t feel like a hotel—it feels like a little refuge run by someone who truly puts their heart into it. If you go there, be ready to feel cared for, discover new corners of the city, and want to come back as soon as...

This is an amazing recently opened hotel in Sultanahmet. Previously a traditional Istanbul house, it has been carefully restored to an elegant hotel with all the modern touches subtly included. The bathrooms are modern in grey-white marble. Toiletries are provided. The wifi is faultless, it even works out in the street! The standard of cleanliness is top mark. The photos of the hotel shown on the internet are true depictions and completely accurate.|Breakfast is complimentary. A large platter per person including mixed fresh salad, turkish sausage, eggs ( as you like them), cheeses, olives, jam and honey. On the side fresh bread. There will be different additions each day : pancakes, spring rolls, cake. And choice of tea, coffee, juice.|The hotel can arrange airport transfers and boat cruises on the Bosphorus.|Many thanks to the hotel manager Monsieur Alper, a true hotel professional, for his unfailing attention and advice. And also the small team of housekeeping ladies who are dedicated to guests|and...

The hotel is situated in a perfect location to explore Istanbul. Just across the road to Haliç metro station, walking distance to Eminönü, Blue Mosque, Galata bridge, Karaköy, Galataport. A few tram stations to Balat and a very good metro connection to Sabiha Gökcen Airport.

The management, receptionists and breakfast lady are extraordinary friendly and service oriented. Breakfast has a good variety. Only minor minus is that the hot food is not kept warm, but that was said to be changed. The roof-top terrace has an unpayable view. Just prepare your plate and take it upstairs.

Sounds like a 5-star unpayable hotel in Istanbul, right. It’s definitely not!!! We had a double-room for 2, clean wardrobe, working fridge. Yeah the neighbourhood looks a bit lost, empty buildings that need to be renovated, but it’s safe and we 2 women travelling felt comfortable coming in late night.

The metro is very near-by and you may hear the train. It didn’t disturb us...