This hotel is in a brilliant location, overlooking the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia. In walking distance to the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, the Cistern and the tram stops. Tram system very simple (like the Oyster Card) just load your card up and scan as you go through the turnstiles. The view from the restaurant is one of the best in the world, with the Blue Mosque lit up at night and the ships sailing behind, truly magical and worth having a special meal one night. The rooms are very clean and modern, but you need to be on a high floor to get any decent views. The reception staff were very helpful and booked restaurants for us, as well as giving us general information. The gentleman that looked after our cases and my breakables on the last day when we booked out, was a real credit to the hotel..