Empress Zoe 

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Sultanhamet was the only location we considered when looking for accommodation in Istanbul.  It is within walking distance of all the major tourist attractions, including the ferry terminal and bazaars.   The tram stop is on the door step if the walk is too daunting in the heat of the day

On the recommendation of a friend we stayed at The Empress Zoe.  A small boutique hotel. 
From the  'basement' lobby we reached our room on the forth floor via a spiral staircase and a couple of flights of regular stairs.  There is no elevator but the staff will help you with your luggage.

 

The guest rooms are mostly very small but interestingly and individually furnished with Asian textiles.
The view from the forth floor terrace overlooking the Marmara Sea.  With a bit of a stretch of the neck and imagination you can also see the Blue Mosque and Aya Sofia.

We asked for room 41, one of he larger rooms.  Is shares the forth floor with the lounge bar and terrace.  
They serve a wonderful breakfast either in one of the two dining areas in the hotel or in the small walled garden next to this ancient Hamam.
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