Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City By Ihg

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Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City By Ihg
Balaban Mah, Fethibey Caddesi No 2 Laleli/ Fatih Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.3
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Couples35%
Families35%
Groups14%
Solo13%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.3
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Facilities8.7
Who stays here
Couples35%
Families35%
Groups14%
Solo13%

5-star historic hotel 400 meters from the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul

A Landmark of Ottoman Heritage

The 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City by IHG occupies the original Tayyare Apartment Building, erected in 1922 after the Istanbul fires. The hotel is composed of four historic buildings joined around a central atrium, preserving the architectural character of the early 20th century. Each block retains original staircases and courtyard layouts, giving guests a sense of staying in a restored Istanbul residence.

Accommodations with Club Lounge Access

The hotel offers Club King Rooms and Premium Rooms with exclusive access to the Club Lounge, where complimentary drinks and a hot meal are served from 5 pm to 7 pm. Standard rooms are 18 m² and equipped with satellite TV, minibar, tea/coffee maker, and luxury Apotheke toiletries. The Premium Room category includes a flat-screen TV and a spacious seating area, while Executive Suites provide separate living and sleeping spaces.

Dining at Lale Restaurant and Abre Bar

The Lale Restaurant serves a rich buffet breakfast each morning with a variety of local and international options, including a live omelette station. A gourmet menu of international cuisine is offered for dinner, with dishes incorporating local culinary traditions. The Abre Bar provides wine, champagne, and snacks, plus 2-for-1 happy hour drinks and evening live music performances.

Wellness with Indoor Pool and Hammam

The spa at Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City includes an indoor swimming pool, a traditional hammam, a steam room, and a sauna, all open year-round. Guests can book full-body massages, facial treatments, body scrubs, and couple's massage packages. The fitness center contains cardiovascular equipment, and the spa also features a relaxation area, locker rooms, and personal trainer services.

Location Steps from the Grand Bazaar and Tram

The hotel is located 400 meters from the Grand Bazaar and a 15-minute walk from the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. The Laleli tram station is directly in front of the hotel, providing easy access to Sultanahmet, Sirkeci, and the Golden Horn. The Vezneciler metro station is 300 meters away, connecting to Taksim and the Istanbul Airport metro line.

  • Historic Building: Originally the 1922 Tayyare Apartment Building
  • Location: 400 meters from the Grand Bazaar
  • Club Lounge: Exclusive access with complimentary drinks and hot meal from 5 pm
  • Spa & Wellness: Indoor pool, hammam, sauna, steam room, and spa with massage treatments
  • Dining: Lale Restaurant with buffet breakfast and gourmet international dinner menu
  • Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms and Braille signage

Licence number: 2539

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 35.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Malay
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:257
Former name
Wyndham Istanbul Old City
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Rooms and availability

Single Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
One-Bedroom King Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Handicap parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Live entertainment
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Public Bath

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City By Ihg

💵 Lowest room price 41 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.2 km
✈️ Distance to airport 41.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International, SAW

Location

Balaban Mah, Fethibey Caddesi No 2 Laleli/ Fatih Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey
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Balaban Mah, Fethibey Caddesi No 2 Laleli/ Fatih Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Mosque
Laleli Camii
140 m
Mosque
Bayezid II Mosque
250 m
Mosque
Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque
450 m
Walls of Theodosius
40 m
Restaurant
Tashan Garden Restaurant
10 m
Restaurant
Tashan Arkat Night Club
0 m
Restaurant
SWAAD Indian Restaurant
10 m
Restaurant
Popeyes
10 m
Restaurant
Heirloom Cafe-Market Istanbul
10 m
Restaurant
Alimento Balik Restaurant
10 m
Restaurant
Haci Bozan Ogullari
10 m
Restaurant
cakIl restaurant
10 m
Restaurant
Mirror Bistro
10 m
Restaurant
Olivos Restaurant
10 m

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FAQ about Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City By Ihg

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
During their stay at Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel hotel guests can visit Hagia Sophia Museum (1.9 km), Topkapi Palace harem (2 km) as well as Cagaloglu Hamami (1.6 km) among others.
What popular attractions are closest to Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel?
Guests of Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel can visit Walls of Theodosius (around a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or the Storied 16th-century Suleymaniye Ottoman Mosque placed 9 minutes' walk away.
Is airport shuttle provided by this premier hotel?
Shuttle which will take you to this premier hotel with a 46-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, at the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel a free private car park is offered on site for EUR 25 per day.
Are there any dining facilities close to this premier hotel?
For an evening meal near this premier hotel, guests can go to Sehri Saray restaurant placed not so far from the property or Nargilizade Cafe restaurant located 550 meters away).
Does the 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel?
Guests of the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What are the booking prices at the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel hotel?
The prices at the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel hotel start from $56.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
At the hotel, guests can pay using American Express, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel hotel comprise?
The premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel hotel provides such room types as Presidential King Suite, Corner King Room, and Club King Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel?
Most rooms of the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel include a trouser press and climate control as well as a mini-fridge-bar and a safe box provided for guests' security.
Does the hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the hotel there are accessible bathrooms, rooms with accessible facilities, and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.
Are there any facilities for children at the 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel?
Yes, guests with children will have access to cots and a push cart available at the 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel.
Which facilities does the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel provide?
Top locations of the premier 5-star Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, An Ihg Hotel include a restaurant and storage for belongings, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
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