Name: Hotel Zurich
Address: Vidinli Tevfikpaşa Caddesi, Istanbul, TR
Price range: From $144

Hotel Zurich, IstanbulHotel Zurich in Istanbul, Turkey has a corrected score of 2.9 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 202 of 245 hotels we score in Istanbul. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.6 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 2.5, Agoda 2.3. Rooms from about $144 a night (cached, not a live quote).Hotel Zurich is a four-star property located in the historical district of Istanbul. It sits within walking distance of the Grand Bazaar and Süleymaniye Mosque, with nearby metro and tram links for easy travel. The hotel contains 126 renovated rooms featuring air conditioning and modern interiors. Guests can use the wellness centre, which includes a sauna, indoor pool, and massage services, or visit the rooftop terrace for views of the Bosphorus. On-site facilities include a restaurant and café. This hotel suits travellers wanting to explore the old city on foot, though some guests may find the pillows quite firm.What stands out

Central historical district location

Rooftop terrace with city views

On-site wellness centre and pool

Close to public transport

Watch out for

Firm pillows

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