We Love —
- This hotel's perfect location in Old Town making it the ideal base for experiencing all that Istanbul has to offer.
- Unwinding after a busy day exploring the many historic structures of the Sultanahmet neighbourhood with a swim in the hotel's indoor pool.
- Spending the evening socializing and drinking beer at the ambient English Pub.
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Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Radisson Hotel President Old Town Istanbul 4* —
Just for you:
- Welcome drink at the Terrace Restaurant
- Included private roundtrip airport transfers for flight-inclusive packages
Amongst the many iconic monuments of Istanbul's Sultanahmet neighbourhood, including the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar, stands the Radisson Hotel President Old Town Istanbul 4* where you'll find a much-welcome urban retreat in a stylish, contemporary setting featuring a rooftop restaurant, sumptuous wellness facilities, an indoor pool and elegant accommodations overlooking the beautiful Sea of Marmara.
Your room —
Just for you:
- Guaranteed upgrade from Standard Room to Standard Sea View Room
This offer is based on an upgraded Standard Sea View Room.
Standard Sea View Room (25 m²)
Watch as ships come and go upon the beautiful blue Sea of Marmara from the comfort of your sumptuously appointed Standard Sea View Room. A cosy setting decorated in a contemporary style with light colours and blue accents, this inviting space features a well-equipped bathroom, daily complimentary water, modern amenities and plenty of space to stretch out and relax after a day of exploring the city.
Your dining choices
Just for you:
- 10% discount at the Terrace Restaurant
This is a bed and breakfast stay.
Indulge your senses with the many tastes and flavours of Turkish cuisine while watching passing ships on the Sea of Marmara at the rooftop Terrace Restaurant. Offering such dishes as savoury shish kebabs and satisfyingly sweet baklava, all dishes are prepared with the freshest ingredients and served in a refined setting overlooking the city.
Your time
Relieve any aching muscles you may have from walking throughout Istanbul's vibrant streets or working out at the hotel's state-of-the-art fitness centre with a relaxing sauna session or a soothing Balinese Massage available in the wellness centre.
Optional excursions —
Guided tour of the Basilica of Saint Sophia
Discover the Basilica of Saint Sophia in Istanbul, one of the city's most important monuments, on a 30-minute tour with an English-speaking guide! Visit the rest of this impressive basilica at your own pace with your audioguide on your smartphone and discover the history of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires.
Practical information:
- Type of visit: Guided tour
- Availability: Every day (except when the Basilica is exceptionally closed to the public)
- Guided: The first part of the tour is in English. The rest of the tour will be conducted with an audioguide available in French.
- Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
- Transfers: not included
- Length of guided tour: 30 minutes (you may stay as long as you wish in the Basilica of Saint Sophia after the guided tour)
- Meeting point: Basilica of Saint Sophia, Istanbul
- Departure times: 10 am and 2 pm
- Maximum number of people: 20
Price includes:
- 30-minute guided tour in English
- Entrance ticket for the Basilica
- Access to an audio guide available in several languages from an app
The price does not include:
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Meals and drinks
- Anything not included in the "Price includes" section.
Panoramic cruise on the Bosphorus (1h30) - Audioguide included
Embark on a 90-minute cruise on the border between Europe and Asia, on the Bosphorus, and enjoy a unique view of the city of Istanbul! Discover Istanbul from the Bosphorus Strait, which connects the Marmara Sea to the Black Sea. Once on board, you will be given a multilingual audio guide to learn more about the many monuments that line the shores of the Bosphorus.
From the boat, you will be able to admire the Topkapi, Beylerbeyi and Dolmabahce Palaces as well as the Saint Sophie Basilica and the Ortaköy Mosque, among other historical monuments. You will also pass under the Galata Bridge, which connects the European and Asian continents. You will be taken back to the departure point after a 90-minute cruise.
Evening dinner cruise on the Bosphorus
Enjoy an evening with dinner and entertainment aboard a cruise along the Bosphorus and admire the most beautiful panoramas of Istanbul at night!
Classic Istanbul Pass: Activities, public transport and discounts (7 days)
Discover Istanbul and its must-see sites and attractions. Enjoy 5 public transport journeys, a cruise along the Bosphorus, a guided tour of the Grand Bazaar and the spice market, as well as a digital guide in English so you don't miss anything throughout your stay!
The price includes:
- The Istanbul Welcome Card – Classic Pass
- The 105-minute Bosphorus cruise
- Guided walking tour to the Grand Bazaar and the spice market
- 20% discounts on many attractions
- The 5 journeys by public transport
- The digital guide
The price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in “The price includes”
- Any tips and personal expenses
- Anything not listed in “price includes”
Your journey to Istanbul —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have to pay for it at the airport counter. You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Istanbul —
With an incredibly rich history and a reputation as the last remaining outpost of the Roman Empire, Istanbul has a fascinating heritage that draws in travellers all year round.
Situated on the narrow strait between the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, Istanbul has long been a bridge between Asia and Europe, both geographically and culturally. As the final stage on the legendary Silk Road, the cultural diversity of Istanbul is tangible to this day.
For a city with a fascinating history of 2500 years waiting to be explored, Istanbul also boasts cosmopolitan restaurants, bars and shops, cool boutique hotels and live music venues for those looking to be immersed in the fast-paced, modern lifestyle of Istanbul.