Antik Hotel Istanbul

This remarkable hotel sits above a fascinating 1,500-year-old underground cistern in the heart of Istanbul's historic old city. You're just minutes away from the world-famous bazaar and the Hagia Sophia, surrounded by streets lined with restaurants, bars and shops. The 94 rooms spread across 9 floors boast plenty of sea views. All comforts are here: air conditioning, modern bathrooms, free wifi and a well-equipped fitness studio. Families find dedicated rooms and children's entertainment programmes. The multilingual staff—fluent in English, German and French—happily arranges excursions, medical support, transfers and other practical services.