Avicenna Hotel
Mimar Mehmet Aga Cad 31 33
ISTANBUL,
TR 34400
Location. The Avicenna Hotel is located in central Istanbul, Turkey, within 200 metres of the Archeological and Topkapi museums. Sultanahmet train station is 200 metres from the hotel.
Hotel Features. Avicenna Hotel was built as a 19th century Ottoman mansion and features low-level wall lighting, parquet floors, ceiling covers and deep coloured fabrics. Inside the three-storey building, the lobby has a sweeping staircase to the second floor. Room service and multilingual staff at the front desk are available around the clock.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily in the Garden Restaurant. Sipsi Bar and Restaurant serves traditional Turkish and seafood dishes.
Guestrooms. Avicenna Hotel features 49 air-conditioned guestrooms. Amenities include satellite television, complimentary wireless Internet access, desks and minibars. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers and hair dryers.
Expert Tip. The Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sofia Mosque are located 200 metres from the hotel. Both mosques are dominated by a huge dome that is supported in design by several smaller domes. The Blue Mosque features stained glass windows in a multitude of colours. Hagia Sofia is also a museum.
Surrounding Area
SULTANAHMET
Room Information - Avicenna Hotel
Bed Type: Short Description: Standard Room Long Description: One queen or two twin beds, plus one sofabed. Ottoman style decor with patterned fabrics and parquet flooring. Bathroom with hair dryer, bathrobes and slippers. Air conditioning, complimentary wireless Internet, satellite television, direct-dial phone, minibar and desk.
Property Information
Doorman/doorwoman
Smoke-free property
Tour assistance
24-hour front desk
Star rating: 3
Area Activities
Train station - 200 metres
Museum of Turkish and Islamic art - 200 metres
Archaeological museum - 200 metres
Hippodrome - 200 metres
Topkapi Palace and museum - 200 metres
Hagia Sofia museum - 200 metres
Blue Mosque - 200 metres
Underground Cistern - 250 metres
Spice market - 1 kilometre
Suleymaniye Mosque - 1 kilometres
Grand Bazaar - 1 kilometre
Driving Directions - Avicenna Hotel
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST):
Distance to Avicenna Hotel is 14.5 kilometres, approximately 25 minutes' drive.
Getting there. Both airport terminals are connected to the metro system, which runs to the city centre. Single tickets cost about 1 TRY. The Havas Airport bus departs every 30 minutes for the main bus terminal and Taksim Square, in central Istanbul. Journey time is about 30 minutes. Bus number 96 runs between the airport and the city centre, and a shuttle bus runs to the port. Taxis wait outside Arrivals; fixed prices are in place and the fare to the city centre should be about 20 TRY - 30 TRY. At night, there is a 50 percent surcharge. Avicenna Hotel offers a transfer service for a surcharge. Prices are all subject to change.
Getting around. Istanbul's extensive public transport system includes buses, metros (underground trains), trains, trams, sea buses, and ferries. Tickets can be purchased from main stops, stations, or kiosks prior to boarding. Istanbul's yellow taxis are reasonably priced, but travellers should ensure the meter is used. A cheaper alternative is to use a 'dolmus' (minibus or shared taxi). Driving is not advised for visitors.
Driving directions. From Istanbul Airport.
Turn right and take the road signposted Ysilyurt.
After about two kilometres, turn left at the sign for Sahilyolu.
Turn left again at the traffic lights towards Sultanahmet.
Policies & Disclaimers
You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book.
Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed
for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access
and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled
directly between you and the property.
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