Asmali Hotel

Good breakfast, great view from terrace. Good location. Those members of the staff who could speak English were very friendly and helpful.

Our first room was a "double" but the beds were separated (which we were not expecting), the bathroom had a moldy smell and the door out onto the back balcony didn't lock. We complained and we were moved into a room that we were very happy with. One receptionist did not know more than a handful of words in English, which made it difficult to communicate on more curly topics, such as the room.

The location was good. Everything from the hotel decor to the breakfast seemed quite Turkish, which was nice.

The room was very small, even by European standards. The bed was tiny and it was pushed into a corner. The bathroom was a good size but the shower didn't have a proper door so the floor got wet every time it was used. Also, the water temperature was difficult to control - when it was adjuted slightly it was either boiling or freezing.

The hotel is located in few minutes walking distance from the Blue Mosque and from the Bosporus. The staff is outstandingly friendly and will give valuable help in exploring city, like suggesting excursions, places to eat, rent a car etc. The hotel itself is in excellent condition, very clean, good breakfast … the room decoration is a nice touch.

Would not recommend for elderly/disabled travelers, there is no elevator and the stairs are not easy to use.