ETHNICA HOTEL OLD CITY, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Ottoman Building
Ethnica Hotel Old City is housed in a 107-year-old building on the historic peninsula of Eminönü. The décor features Ottoman-era handicrafts and paintings. Rooms include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, and a safe. Some rooms offer sea or city views, including the Galata Tower.
Dining & Drinks
The hotel serves a buffet breakfast with international options. The on-site restaurant offers Anatolian and international dishes, and the bar provides drinks. Guests can request special dining packages for local cuisine experiences.
Near Top Attractions
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Eminönü ferry port, with connections to the Asian side of Istanbul. Topkapi Palace is 500 meters away, Hagia Sophia is 800 meters, and the Spice Bazaar is 3 minutes on foot. Sirkeci Station is a 5-minute walk.
Room Features
All rooms have private bathrooms with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Twin, double, triple, and quadruple rooms are available, some with seating areas. Amenities include electric kettles, free Wi-Fi, and soundproofing.
Services & Transfers
The 24-hour front desk assists with tours and tickets. Airport transfers are available from Istanbul Atatürk (45 km) and Sabiha Gökçen (45 km). The hotel also arranges horseback riding and winery tours through Ethnica Tours.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Off-site car park
- Handicap parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Barber shop
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Playpen
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Dressing area
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
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