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The Kybele HotelvsHayriye Hanim Konagi Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Kybele Hotel scores slightly better than Hayriye Hanim Konagi Hotel. Kybele Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 72 with accolades from 6 reviewers including Rough Guide, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
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."
Hayriye Hanim Konagi Hotel
Oyster Lonely Planet
Demirtas Mah.Hayriye Hanim Sok No:19, Istanbul 34116, Turkey
From $24/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"Guests return again and again for the affordable rates, romantic decor (even the economy room has an atmospheric chandelier), and panoramic views from the rooftop." Full review
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The restaurant serves a free Turkish breakfast each morning, and traditional meals throughout the day.
Lonely Planet "Views are impressive and there's a small outdoor pool, which is almost unprecedented in the Old City." Full review
