Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category, Istanbul
Overview
Situated only 1.5 km from Laleli Camii, the 4-star Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category Istanbul features Wi-Fi throughout the property and public parking nearby. Located within reach of Serpent Column, this Istanbul hotel also offers proximity to Basilica Cistern.
Location
The boutique-style hotel is nestled in the very heart of Istanbul and approximately a 10-minute walk from Sirkeci train station. The historic Blue Mosque is just around the corner from the smoke-free property, and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 45 km away.
Visitors can enjoy shopping at a boutique and a bazaar close to the hotel. Dolmabahce Palace lies about 4 km away, while Vezneciler-Istanbul Ueniversitesi is 950 metres from Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category.
Havaist bus stop is also around 10 minutes' walk away.
Rooms
The property has 28 rooms, comprising a sitting area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a mini fridge bar, tea and coffee making facilities, are offered. Bathrooms are equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, as well as comforts such as a hair dryer and bath sheets. Guests can enjoy views of the city from this Istanbul hotel.
Eat & Drink
Orient Cafe is ideal for tasting international cuisine and is situated just steps from this hotel.
Leisure & Business
The onsite spa amenities include a full spa.
Licence number: 21216
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
Dining
- Packed lunches
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Baby pushchair
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Recommended for:
Turkish coffee experienceLearn how to make authentic Turkish coffee and enjoy it with a view of the Bosphorus from the hotel's rooftop terrace.
Turkish bathRelax in a traditional Turkish bath located within the hotel building, complete with soothing steam and massage options.
Cooking classDiscover the secrets of Turkish cuisine in a private cooking class led by a local chef and enjoy your freshly made meal afterward.
Carpet weaving workshopAttend a carpet weaving workshop hosted onsite by a local artisan, learning about the history and symbolism behind the intricate designs.
Calligraphy lessonMaster the art of Ottoman calligraphy in a private lesson with a local expert, using traditional materials like reed pens and ink.
Whirling dervish showEnjoy a mesmerizing performance of the Sufi ritual of whirling dervishes, held in the hotel's courtyard on special occasions.
- Turkish music night
- Wine and cheese tasting
- Private yacht tour
- Sunset yoga
- Ottoman art tour
- Turkish language lesson
- Turkish ice cream demonstration
- Henna tattoo session
Licence number: 21216
Location
* Located in the historic Sultanahmet district, the hotel is near iconic sites like the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. * The culturally-rich neighborhood offers Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks, museums like the Istanbul Archeology Museums, and traditional cuisine options. * Grand Bazaar, Basilica Cistern, and Hippodrome of Constantinople attract history enthusiasts and cultural explorers to this area.
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