Hotel Tashkonak Istanbul – A Favorite for Families in Istanbul
About the Hotel
Historic Ottoman House
Hotel Tashkonak Istanbul is a restored 19th-century Ottoman house located in the Sultanahmet district. The 33 rooms blend traditional Ottoman design with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi, LCD TVs, and air conditioning. Room sizes range from 16 sqm single rooms to 65 sqm two-bedroom penthouses with private terraces and sea views.
Rooftop Breakfast & Garden
A daily open buffet breakfast is served in the hotel's covered garden restaurant or on the rooftop terrace with views of the Marmara Sea. Guests can also enjoy Turkish tea or coffee in the outdoor garden. The hotel does not serve lunch or dinner, but nearby restaurants like Doy Doy are a 2-minute walk away.
Central Sultanahmet Location
The hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Blue Mosque and 5 minutes from Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. The Sultanahmet Tram stop (400m away) connects to other attractions like the Grand Bazaar (400m) and Spice Bazaar (2km). Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport is 45km away, with airport transfers available for €50 one-way.
Family-Friendly Services
Triple and family rooms accommodate up to 8 guests, with options like connecting rooms and sofa beds. Cribs are available on request. The hotel offers guided tours to attractions like Cappadocia, including flight tickets and cave hotel stays. Staff can arrange babysitting and child-friendly activities.
Safety & Convenience
The hotel enforces strict hygiene protocols, including mask-wearing staff, disposable cleaning supplies, and spaced-out dining tables. Luggage storage is available for late departures. The 24-hour reception assists with tour bookings, transport, and medical consultations with English-speaking doctors. Free Wi-Fi covers the entire property.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor