The Galata Istanbul Hotel - MGallery by Sofitel
Istanbul, Turkey
Arap Camii Mahallesi Bankalar, Istanbul, Turkey, 34421
Original Property Opened in 1720
Historic Hotels Worldwide member since 2018
In the heart of Istanbul’s Beyoğlu neighborhood resides The Galata Istanbul Hotel - MGallery by Sofitel. This amazing historic hotel still bears the traces of its remarkable past throughout its beautifully restored architecture. It was originally founded as a Turkish bathhouse in 1720, before becoming an illustrious bank nearly a century later. More recently in 2017, the entire location underwent a major renovation that transformed it into the luxurious boutique hotel that it is today. Situated specifically between the Galata Tower and the Golden Horn, The Galata Istanbul Hotel is now among the best vacation getaways in Istanbul. Numerous historic sites abound throughout the area, such as the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar, and the Hagia Sophia. Beyoğlu offers its own destinations to experience too, with its stunning array of theaters, restaurants, and boutique storefronts. The Galata Istanbul Hotel - MGallery by Sofitel is an exceptional choice for starting a special vacation steeped in history.
Discover
- Discover The Galata Istanbul Hotel - MGallery by Sofitel, a repurposed historic complex including a major bank from the 19th- century Ottoman Empire and a Turkish bath house from 1720.
- Learn about the history of this five-star hotel, founded during the Tulip Period, later serving as a hub of banking for Ottoman-era trade. It is centered between the Old City of Istanbul and the Blue Mosque.
- Enjoy the bespoke soft leather furniture, wooden accents, and marble finishes of The Galata Istanbul Hotel's interior, and its extravagant views out to the Golden Horn and Galata Tower.
Explore
- Explore the Topkapi Palace Museum, also known as the Seraglio, which once served as the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman sultans in the 15th century. The palace was constructed by Mehmed the Conqueror beginning in 1459 following his conquest of Constantinople.
- Climb the Galata Tower, a 67-meter restored tower and former prison, overlooking the Bosphorus strait from a top-floor, fine dining restaurant. Constructed in the 14th century, the structure was once the tallest building in all of Istanbul when it finally debuted.
- Wander the Istanbul Museum of Modern Art. This spectacular venue features Turkish and international contemporary art collections. There are even exciting displays that investigate the impact of cinema on Turkish society.
Experience
- Experience the Çeşme Hamamı, The Galata Istanbul Hotel's traditional Turkish Hammam that dates back to the Tulip Era of the 1720s.
- Visit Galata Mevlevihanesi Müzesi and see the historic lodge where this religious sect puts on cultural exhibits like the whirling dervish dance ceremony.
- Stroll through the tranquil, forested paths of Gülhane Park and see the Column of the Goths, a Roman victory column dating to the 3rd or 4th century.
Taste
- Dine at the Mesai Karaköy for a feast of local food made using traditional Istanbul cooking techniques and international cuisine. Then enjoy lunch a la carte and a Turkish nightlife after dark.
- Relax in the Lobby Bar with coffee or hand-crafted cocktails beneath a stained-glass skylight ceiling among green velvet, copper, marble tiling, and lush plant life.
- Taste some delicious manti when out exploring the ancient city of Istanbul. Similar to ravioli, manti are small dumplings that are filled with either beef or lamb. Manti is typically served alongside yogurt or butter.
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