Antusa Design Hotel & Spa

Antusa Design Hotel & Spa Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Antusa Design Hotel & Spa feels like discovering a hidden gem tucked away in the maze of Istanbul’s historic peninsula. This four-star boutique property sits on a quiet side street just steps from the Basilica Cistern — honestly, you can’t get much more central than this. The lobby immediately catches your eye with its contemporary design that somehow doesn’t clash with the ancient neighborhood surrounding it. I mean, when couples are rating the location 9.9 out of 10, you know you’re onto something special.

Perfect Positioning

The hotel’s location is actually ridiculous — in the best possible way. You’re literally in Sultanahmet, which means the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are a five-minute walk away. But here’s what I love: while you’re in the thick of everything historic, the hotel sits on Salkımsöğüt Sokak, a narrow street that feels worlds away from the tourist crowds. You know what’s great about this? You get all the benefits of being central without the constant noise and chaos that comes with some of the main drag hotels.

The Room Experience

The rooms here strike that perfect balance between modern comfort and local character. Each room feels thoughtfully designed rather than cookie-cutter corporate — there’s attention to detail that you notice right away. The bathrooms are particularly well done, and honestly, after a long day of exploring Istanbul’s hills, having a proper shower makes all the difference. What surprised me was how quiet everything stays despite being so centrally located; the side street location really pays off when you’re trying to sleep.

Breakfast and Dining

The breakfast spread here covers all the bases — continental options, vegetarian choices, halal selections, and even gluten-free items if you need them. It’s set up buffet-style, which works well because you can sample Turkish specialties alongside familiar options. The restaurant area has this nice morning light that makes starting your day feel relaxed rather than rushed. I particularly appreciated that they understand dietary restrictions; it’s not always a given in smaller boutique properties.

Why Guests Love It

The spa facilities add that extra touch that elevates this place beyond just a well-located hotel — after walking Istanbul’s cobblestones all day, having access to proper relaxation amenities feels essential. But really, it comes down to location and execution. You’re staying in the heart of Byzantine and Ottoman history, yet you’ve got modern amenities and design sensibilities. The staff seems to understand that guests want both authentic Istanbul experiences and contemporary comfort. When you factor in that couples consistently rave about the location for romantic getaways, it’s clear this place has figured out how to deliver on what travelers actually want rather than just what looks good in photos.

To book a hotel in Istanbul during tulip festivals, visitors plan ahead to blend palace garden strolls with rooftop meze nights.

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Reviews of Antusa Design Hotel & Spa

• Chaudhry from Pakistan (9/10)

  The manager (MURAT) was really kind and helpful.We loved the stay !

• Khyzer from United States (9/10)

  Very spacious rooms and great breakfast!

• Mark from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Very friendly welcome and helpful info provided at check-in and during our short stay, will definitely stay again when visiting Istanbul. Very close to old town attractions and short walk to metro and other transport links.

• Audra from United States (9/10)

  Location was superb, breakfast was great and loved that you could see the city from the restaurant. Service and staff were excellent! Had a chance to visit the hamam and it was the best experience I have ever had! I would absolutely stay here again!

• Mauro from Italy (8/10)

  Staff is the best….they are so kind and helpful, from the concierge to the cleaning lady…all smiling and kind. The staff at the breakfast restaurant need a special mention for their service, especially Hasan who take care of us so well!!!
  
  Moreover, the hotel has a great location, the room are clean and quiet, the breakfast has so much to offer that you cannot complain, the view from the breakfast restaurant is great, the wifi is fast.

• Zhuzhiyuan from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Great hotel and staff, thank you Furkan and Muhammed for their help.

• Alicia from Australia (9/10)

  The staff and the location of the hotel are great, there is a nice breakfast on the rooftop. The staff is always ready to help, the reception staff are Furkan and Muhammed.

• Samimi from Netherlands (9/10)

  OMG, the staff are amazing, from reception, to cleaning people and Mr. Hasan & his colleagues at the rooftop restaurant for breakfast.
  Location is great and teh restaurant (mainly for the breakfast is 👌👌👌).
  With my parents we had a great experience there.

• Ibrahim from Oman (9/10)

  Our stay at ANTUSA DESIGN HOTEL & SPA in Istanbul was truly delightful! The hotel’s prime location near Ayasofya made it an excellent choice for exploring the city’s historic sites.
  
  A special thanks to Mr. Hamdullah at the reception for his warm hospitality and professionalism. He, along with the rest of the staff, went above and beyond to ensure our stay was comfortable. The breakfast was also very good, with a nice variety to start the day.
  
  I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Istanbul and will definitely stay here again in the future!

• Darius from Lithuania (9/10)

  Perfect location, very helpful staff. Delicious and rich breakfast. Mr. Hasan is a very nice worker at breakfast every morning surprised us with little lovely things. Only good memories

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