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The Kybele HotelvsEsans Hotel
Kybele Hotel and Esans Hotel are both endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Esans Hotel scores marginally better than Kybele Hotel. Esans Hotel is ranked #33 in Istanbul with endorsements from 2 sources including Fodor's, oyster.com.
The Kybele Hotel
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Alemdar Mah. Yerebatan Cad. No:35 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul 34410, Turkey
From $33/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "Atmospheric, unusual... The spacious rooms sport marbled wallpaper and old wood flooring."
Fodor's "This charming little inn is best known for the incredible profusion of antique lamps—4,000 at last count—that hang from the ceilings in the ornate, parlor-like lobby." Full review
Insight Guides "Famous for its thousands of hanging glass lamps that even infiltrate the bedrooms, the Kybele, created out of a pair of townhouses, is a splash of colour both inside and out."
Lonely Planet "The location near Aya Sofya is central, and the rooms, which feature cute marble bathrooms, are smallish but comfortable." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Sitting partly over Istanbul’s famous Basilica Cistern, the hotel is in easy walking distance from most major landmarks." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This tiny, multi-storied hotel is located in the heart of the tourist area. The antiques and craft items of every description create a homely and friendly atmosphere."
Esans Hotel Fodor's
Ishakpasa Cad Yenisarachane Sok. No:4, Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34122, Turkey
From $21/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "The emphasis at this delightful family-run bed-and-breakfast is on guest satisfaction, and the eight rooms in the restored wooden house are decorated with thoughtful attention to detail." Full review
