Old City Sultanahmet Istanbul  

Located in the historic Sultanahmet district, the New Pelda offers affordable accommodation in Istanbul – Tureky. This 3 star hotel offers convenient access to the city’s main landmarks, and makes an excellent place to stay for holidaymakers travelling on a budget. A short and pleasant stroll from the New Pelda property will allow you to immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the locals. Walk along the winding, charming streets and discover the beautiful architecture and the many points of interest. Not far from the property you will find the Hagia Sophia Museum – a former Orthodox basilica and later a mosque, and which is considered a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. Its interiors are adorned by splendid mosaics and marble pillars. Another notable landmark located nearby is the impressive Topkapi Palace - the former official residence of the Ottoman Sultans and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the Hagia Irene Museum - a former church that now serves as a concert hall for classical music performances. Istanbul boasts a large number of museums, such as the Ottoman Classical Litereature (Divan) Museum, the Rumelie Fortress Museum, and the Turkish - Islamic Works Museum. It is also home to several national and international cultural events, and has a vibrant night life, featuring a plethora of nightclubs that offer a varied entertainment program, from modern discos and jazz clubs to traditional Turkish music and belly dancing. Don’t miss the opportunity to go to Eminonu and sample the delicious fried fish served on the Ottoman-style fishing boats, and visit the Indoor Bazaar in the Old City.