Located only 0.7 km from the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum, the 3-star smoke-free Optimist Hotel Istanbul offers Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Istanbul, including the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum, which is a mere 650 metres away.
Situated in the Old City Sultanahmet district, this Istanbul hotel is in proximity to the Serpent Column. From Optimist Hotel it will take approximately 25 minutes to walk to the Galata Bridge. The accommodation is also about 500 metres from Sirkeci train station, and 48 minutes' driving distance from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport.
Every room offers a view of Blue Mosque and includes free Wi-Fi and a LCD TV along with ironing equipment to ensure more comfort. Private bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower as well as hair dryers and bath sheets. Guests can enjoy views of the sea from the Optimist Istanbul.
Drinks are available at the lounge bar. The hotel is in the immediate vicinity of Sultanmehmet Lokanta serving Turkish dishes.
