Orient Express & Spa By Orka Hotels, Istanbul
Overview
Located within 25 minutes' walk of Sea of Marmara, the elegant 3-star Orient Express & Spa By Orka Hotels Istanbul provides guests with a cash machine and a lift. This smoke-free hotel is perfectly situated a short way from Basilica Cistern, offering 65 rooms along with a Mexican restaurant.
Location
The hotel is nestled in the very heart of Istanbul, about 800 metres from Hagia Sophia Museum and 2.9 km from Istiklal Street. The Orient Express is just a few steps from Marmaray Sirkeci and 45 km from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport.
Also, the accommodation is approximately 15 minutes' walk from Blue Mosque, and Sirkeci train station is located merely 10 minutes' walk away.
Havatas transfer bus station can be found in proximity to Orient Express & Spa By Orka Hotels.
Rooms
The rooms comprise an adjoining terrace complete with ironing facilities and air conditioning, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are furnished with double beds or single beds along with a sofa set. Offering a lowered sink, a raised toilet, and a shower, the bathrooms are also appointed with a hairdryer and shower caps. Enjoy views of the courtyard, while staying at this Istanbul hotel.
Eat & Drink
Guests can sample international specialities and fruit desserts at Pino Gare restaurant. The poolside bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. The bar area includes a lounge. There is a barbecue serving Mediterranean food a mere 200 metres away.
Leisure & Business
Among other amenities, the Orient Express Istanbul offers an indoor swimming pool. Sports lovers can participate in snorkeling trips arranged by this Istanbul property. The hotel entices guests with a spa salon featuring hair colouring, light therapy, and makeup services. Business travellers will have access to a business centre provided on site.
Licence number: 20102
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Cycling
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Karaoke
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
- Make up services
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Recommended for:
Turkish HammamGuests can indulge in a traditional Turkish bath, a luxurious experience that involves a full-body scrub and massage using special soap and oils.
Oriental MassageThe hotel's spa offers a range of massages, including oriental massage techniques that incorporate hot stones and essential oils for a deeply relaxing experience.
Cooking ClassesVisitors can learn the secrets of Turkish cuisine with cooking classes taught by the hotel's expert chefs, featuring local ingredients and traditional recipes.
Turkish Coffee ExperienceGuests can savor the rich taste of Turkish coffee and learn how to brew it themselves with a private coffee-making session.
Rooftop YogaRelax and rejuvenate with a sunrise or sunset yoga session on the hotel's rooftop terrace, boasting sweeping views of Istanbul's skyline.
Bosphorus Boat ToursExplore Istanbul's iconic waterway with a private Bosphorus boat tour, featuring a professional guide to share the history and culture of the city.
- Ottoman Calligraphy
- Whirling Dervish Show
- Turkish Wine Tasting
- Turkish Floral Arrangement
- Turkish Calligraphy
- Ottoman Art Tour
- Turkish Bathrobe and Towel Embroidery
- Ottoman Costume Photography
Licence number: 20102
Location
Convenient Location
This location is near the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Little Hagia Sophia.
Historic Neighborhood
Sultanahmet district is a historic area, featuring the Mosaics Museum, Serpent Column, and the Historic Areas of Istanbul.
Local Bites to Try
Buhara Ocakbasi, Hamdi Restaurant, and Seven Hills Restaurant serve Mediterranean dishes and local specialties.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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