This small hotel is in the heart of the Old City yet on a quiet street. The rooms have been recently renovated. My room was sparsely furnished but spotlessly clean. The air conditioner was quiet with remote control of temperature and fan speed. The management and staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast (prepared to order and buffet) and view... more

Hotel Aslan is a perfect choice for budget visitors to Sultanahmet, the best area of Istanbul for tourists. The convenient location and accommodating staff couldn't be much better for any level of quality. Everything is very clean and in proper working order. The prices are very reasonable. My 18 year old daughter and I felt safe at every moment of... more

Its been 2 and a half months since I've returned from staying at the Hotel Aslan (formerly the Apricot) and from what I have read before my trip, I can only say that Jim the new owner has either improved or completely preserved all that was glorious concerning the former Apricot Hotel. There were four men that I feel compelled... more

I have bee to Istanbul numerous times but wanted to stay in Sultanahmet this past October. I found Hotel Aslan on tripadvisor and wanted to give it a try. Location: The location is excellent - basically it's right behind the blow mosque (3 minute walk) & to Hagia Sophia. There are a few Turkish bathes in the same area and... more

While the Apricot, which has changed names, is no longer a budget hotel, it has a great location, very welcoming staff and breakfasts made to order. The clerk was a great help in directing us to baths, etc, as well as arranging side trip to Cappodocia. Rooms are small but comfortable. We would stay there again. more

My wife and I stayed in room 401 at the Hotel Aslan Istanbul, [--], (formerly the Apricot) at Akbiyik Caddesi No. 75, Sultanahmet, Istanbul on 20 & 21 September 2007. The staff are helpful, courteous and friendly, always willing to render assistance. Even though the hotel was booked out, they even remembered our first names as they greeted us on... more

What a friendly crew. From the new owner Cem Aslan to Sebo the Day Manager to the Night Clerk, the personnel could not have been more concerned with our welfare and that our stay would be a pleasant one. For the money you could not find a better deal. Room rates at the time included a full breakfast (which could... more

We stayed here for four nights (13th-16th September). We stayed in room 401, on the top floor, with a nice view of the Blue mosque a few blocks away. We were generally impressed with this hotel. The free airport transfer when we arrived (available at the time of booking for stays over 3 nights) was easily found at the airport,... more

The hotel is located in great location, convenient to all the other tourist spots. you can walk or take the train to most other tourist spots. Otherwise, I recommend this hotel for budget travelers ONLY. Even then, we paid around 70 euro a night. one can do better for that price in a much cleaner hotel. Hotel rooms are small,... more