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Hotel AlpvsSofa Hotel Istanbul Autograph Collection
Both properties are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Sofa Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to Hotel Alp. The Sofa Hotel comes in at #28 in Istanbul with positive reviews from 6 reviews like Frommer's, Star Service and Concierge.
Hotel Alp
Rough Guide
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Lonely Planet
Akbiyik Caddesi Adliye Sokak No 4, Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34490, Turkey
From $31/night
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Concierge
- Air Conditioning
- Minibar
- Breakfast included
Rough Guide "This fine establishment... is situated down a quiet lane. The smallish rooms are immaculately furnished, some with fourposter beds, and have a/c, wooden floors and tidy bathrooms."
Frommer's "A good budget option for couples traveling with or without children." Full review
DK Eyewitness "There are wonderful views from the roof terrace of this hotel hidden away behind the Blue Mosque."
Lonely Planet "The Alp lives up to its location in Sultanahmet's premier small-hotel enclave, offering a range of attractive, well-priced rooms." Full review
Sofa Hotel Istanbul Autograph Collection Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
U.S. News & World Report
The Telegraph Lonely Planet
Tesvikiye Cad. No:41/A Nisantasi, Sisli, Istanbul 34367, Turkey
From $128/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Although the hotel's "anything, anytime service" applies to guests of the suites only, the slogan is indicative of the personalized service the hotel strives to provide to all guests." Full review
Concierge "If you can forgive the rather humdrum name and slightly away-from-center location... you'll be treated to a modern boutique hotel of European-caliber quality and design."
Fodor's "Design is the emphasis here, with large rooms that have attractive contemporary textiles and furniture in neutral tones and reds, as well as an eponymous trademark sofa." Full review
Travel + Leisure "No neighborhood in Istanbul exudes more European chic than Nisantisi. The Sofa Hotel is a prime example." Full review
Star Service "Located in the city's premier design and fashion neighborhood housing the trendiest shops and cafes, this boutique-hotel targets a younger clientele." Full review
U.S. News & World Report104.0
"A boutique property located just north of central Istanbul, The Sofa Hotel is popular with both business and leisure travelers." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Sofa is a stylish, art-filled hideaway in buzzy Nisantasi." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Sofa has got lots going for it – extremely comfortable rooms packed with amenities, a spa... and the fashionable Longtable restaurant – but what makes this place truly distinctive is its service." Full review
