Ottoman Hotel ImperialvsPark Hyatt Istanbul - Macka Palas
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Park Hyatt Istanbul - Macka Palas is the choice of most reviewers compared to Ottoman Hotel Imperial. Park Hyatt Istanbul - Macka Palas has a TripExpert Score of 86 with praise from 9 publications including Travel + Leisure, Star Service and Jetsetter.
Ottoman Hotel Imperial
Caferiye Sok. No:6 D:1 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul 34400, Turkey
From $58/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide
"Hard to believe this well-positioned, tastefully refurbished hotel was once the Yücelt Hostel, mainstay of the young and impecunious heading out to India in the 1970s."
Frommer's
"If it's a central location you're looking for, you can't do much better than this without compromising on quality." Full review
Star Service
"This friendly operation focuses as much on customer service as it does on providing comfortable, clean and exceptional accommodations." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Sultanahmet’s upscale Ottoman Hotel Imperial is a true Turkish delight." Full review
Time Out
"Located inside the Ottoman Hotel Imperial, Matbah offers a menu focused on Ottoman palace delights and seasonal offerings, featuring game such as geese in the winter, and quail and duck in the summer." Full review
Time Out
"With fascinating views of the Hagia Sophia, the Ottoman Hotel Imperial is within walking distance of Sultanahmet Square." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This four-star hotel is in a wonderfully quiet location just outside the Topkapı Palace walls." Full review
Park Hyatt Istanbul - Macka Palas Show All Reviews
Bronz Sok. No:4 Tesvikiye, Sisli, Istanbul 34367, Turkey
From $163/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"The lobby is minimalist and very light, and oversize rooms include vintage photos by Turkish photographer Ara Güler." Full review
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Ask for a room on a lower level, or you may be kept up by noise from the bar on the eighth floor.
Concierge
"Overall, the Park Hyatt is a great option for business travelers or those seeking a little indulgence in a classier, less touristy—though still vibrant—part of Istanbul."
Travel + Leisure
"Located in the posh neighborhood of Nisantasi and set within two buildings, one of which is a 1922 Neoclassical beauty that houses 90 Art Deco–decorated guest rooms." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"You’ll find no more glamorous neighborhood than Nisantasi, with its Parisian-style cafés, recession-be-damned boutiques, and now a suitably posh hotel." Full review
Star Service
"The main reception desk hides away at the rear beside the towering lift shaft. It's an impressive and stylish space, and a choice of Turkish contemporary music adds to the enjoyment of it." Full review
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Its 90 spacious guest rooms complement the original details -- rounded archways, wood floors, and flowery moldings -- with modern furniture, and have luxurious bathrooms." Full review
Jetsetter
"Classy crash pad in Istanbul’s swankiest shopping district, with spacious rooms and hammam-style bathrooms." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The Park Hyatt Macka Palas offers distinctly personalized service that highlights Istanbul’s local culture." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
49.0
"Recent guests were wowed by the accommodations at the Park Hyatt Istanbul Macka Palas – Boutique Class, located in Istanbul about 2 miles north of Taksim Square." Full review
The Telegraph
6.0
"Home to the city’s most upmarket restaurants and bars...expect smooth service, a refined international clientele and respite in the shape of a guest-only spa and open-air pool." Full review