It would be difficult to come across a more friendly genuine staff than the staff at the Orient Express. Nothing is too much trouble for them and everybody is made to feel special. This is a lovely little hotel in a great location and while the rooms are a little on the small side, there is so much to do... more

We stayed five days in Orient Express Hotel, Istanbul. First of all, the hotel is nicely located in Sultanahmet near most of Istanbul's major sights. Also you can take tram (nearest stop about 100 m from hotel) to shopping areas etc. Taxi ride to most other places cost around 5-7 euros. There is a restaurant and a bar in the... more

Our first trip to Istanbul and had the Orient Express Hotel recommended by friends.On arrival we were greeted by Ceren, the customer relations manager, together with cups of apple tea.We were provided with maps and told about the main points of interest. Our room, although on the small side, was well equipped and very clean with views over the Bosphorus.... more

Dinner at the Imbat Terrace Restaurant at the Orient Express Hotel Istanbul, Turkey Nov. 3 (for Kristen and Levant) Tonight we are eating 7 kinds of Turkish cheese, 4 kinds of olives--black, green, brown and purple, drinking Ottoman Wine, grapes from 3 regions of Turkey, Asian, European and mountains, while the Bosphorous Bridge lights up with stars of blue, white... more

After a day sightseeing it was a pleasure to return to the hotel to a friendly greeting, afternoon tea(free) and a dip in the pool. The Roof Terrace restaurant provides excellent food or just a pleasant place for a coffee. Having stayed at the President - also an excellent hotel - last year I was surprised just how much better... more

Stayed here for 5 nights. Perfect hotel for a base when sightseeing as its location is fantastic: a few minutes walk from all the Sultanahmet main sights. Staff were friendly, and helpful, with excellent English. There is a great little pool in the basement which was lovely to stretch tired legs at the end of a hard day's sightseeing! The... more

For vacationers in Istanbul, the Orient Express Hotel provides an outstanding experience at a very reasonable price. It's completely central to the old city and a five to ten-minute walk to all major sites including Topkapi Palace, Aya Sofia, the Blue Mosque and more, plus one block from a tram line station. We checked-in at a coffee table where the... more

An excellent hotel, good location, and outsyanding staff. Will stay there again. more

The hotel nestles below Topkapi Palace with rooftop restaurant and terrace views over the Bosphorus. Rooms all have fridge safe hairdryer and beds comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful and the hotel rated as 3 star represents excellent value for money. I thoroughly recommend it. more