About Valide Sultan Konagi
Valide Sultan Konagi is a 17-room mansion overlooking the Bosphorus which features antique furnishings, a complimentary buffet breakfast, and an outdoor terrace. The hotel is just 140 metres from Hagia Sophia in the centre of Istanbul.
Rooms at Valide Sultan Konagi feature flat-screen TVs, electronic safes, private bathrooms, mini bars, air conditioning, and hypoallergenic goose-down bedding.
This family-run hotel also features free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, ticket services, airport shuttle services at an additional charge and daily housekeeping.
24-hour room service is available, and treats including coffee, tea and Turkish delight are served in guest rooms.
The hotel is 350 metres from Sultan Ahmet Mosque, 500 metres from Topkapi Palace, and 900 metres from the Grand Bazaar. The nearest tram stop is 650 metres away and 1.4 kilometres from the closest ferry.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Central location great for exploring
The location is mentioned by the majority of reviewers as one of the highlights of this hotel. Past guests agree the hotel is situated in a conveniently central area with most major attractions within easy walking distance. There are also a large selection of dining venues in the area.
positive:
Beautiful hotel with outstanding views
The 19th century interior of this hotel is well received by guests who say the antique furnishings, layout of rooms, and facilities in the building ensured they were comfortable in a picturesque setting throughout their stay. Reviewers also mention the views of the Bosphorus from the hotel's outdoor terrace.
positive:
Family of owners provide excellent service
Past guests agree the service provided by the family who own the hotel is excellent. The hotel highlights their service on their website, and reviewers back the owners' claims with their comments.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Rooms err on the small side
Some past guests comment on the size of the rooms, saying they were rather small. Guests who stayed for longer periods mention being unable to unpack their clothes due to lack of storage, while others say the bathrooms could be bigger.
negative:
Poor noise insulation
A small number of reviewers mention being bothered by noise while staying at this hotel, with some pointing to nightlife in the neighbourhood and others saying they could hear fellow guests.
negative:
Some booking issues
Several past guests report arriving to find the kind of room they booked was unavailable, which meant they were forced to stay in a different room. Most say the staff were quick to do whatever they could to solve the issue, however.