The Aprilis Gold Hotel is located in the Çemberlitaş district, a ten-minute walk from the Hagia Sophia Museum of History and Experience. To ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay in central Istanbul, the hotel offers elegant rooms, a breakfast restaurant, and a wellness area with a spa, sauna, and fitness room. The T1 tram line (Çemberlitaş stop) allows you to explore the old city of Istanbul at your leisure.
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Aprilis Gold Hotel 4*
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Rooms
To ensure you enjoy a comfortable stay in the heart of Istanbul's historic peninsula, the Aprilis Gold Hotel invites you to experience its elegantly decorated rooms. Designed for two, three or four guests, these cosy retreats offer the finest amenities. Some rooms offer pleasant city views.
Standard Double room [20 M2]
Ideal for a romantic getaway, the Standard Double rooms are located in the Çemberlitaş district and can accommodate two guests. They feature either a double bed or two twin beds. These 18 m² rooms come equipped with Wi-Fi, an LCD television, a minibar, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Standard Triple room [22 M2]
Standard Triple rooms are the perfect choice for a trio stay in the historic heart of Istanbul. They can accommodate three guests. They feature either one double bed and one single bed, or three single beds. These 22 m² rooms include Wi-Fi, an LCD TV and a minibar.
Restaurants & bars
During your stay in Istanbul's historic centre, the Aprilis Gold Hotel invites you to sample delicious flavours inspired by Turkish and international traditions. Feel free to sample the gourmet creations offered by the hotel's restaurant at breakfast time every morning.
Breakfast
Includes an assortment of hot and cold drinks and sweet and savoury dishes.
Hotel restaurant for breakfast
As the Çemberlitaş neighbourhood comes to life, your hotel invites you to enjoy a rich and varied breakfast buffet in its restaurant. You will be delighted by the quality of the Turkish and international dishes on offer.
Activities & lifestyle
Located close to the UNESCO monuments in the Fatih district, the Aprilis Gold Hotel is the perfect place for couples and families to experience the best of Istanbul's historic peninsula.
Located in the heart of Çemberlitaş, the hotel is close to some of the most popular tourist attractions in Old Istanbul. The Theodosius Cistern, the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Museum are all less than a 10-minute walk away. Topkapı Palace and the Bosphorus are a 15-minute walk away. Without leaving your cosy retreat, you can relax at the wellness centre, which includes a spa, sauna and fitness studio.
Discover the destination
Known first as Byzantium, then Constantinople, and now Istanbul, the city nicknamed "the second Rome" is overflowing with history. Located at the crossroads between Asia and Europe, it is home to a cosmopolitan population that is rightly proud of its ancient heritage. Explore the city on a tour that will take you from the Hagia Sophia to Topkapi Palace. Enjoy a glass of apple tea on the Galata bridge and in the evening, relax in a traditional hammam.
Important information about your destination
Customs and traditions
When visiting mosques, shoes must be removed. Women must cover their heads. It is advisable to avoid visiting mosques on Fridays or at prayer time.
Nudism is forbidden. It is advisable to avoid kissing too demonstratively in the street, especially in more conservative regions and areas.
In some museums, an admission fee may be charged for taking photographs.
Time difference
Ankara in Turkey is located in the UTC/GMT+3 time zone all year round.
London, United Kingdom time is 2:00 hours behind Ankara, Turkey
Electricity and internet access
In Turkey, type F sockets are used (European standard).
Internet access is highly developed in Turkey, with a secure WiFi network in the vast majority of hotels, as well as cellular connections.
Safety
Safety is generally good in Turkey, with very few incidents of assault reported. However, it is essential to remain vigilant. Make sure you keep an eye on your personal belongings when travelling. Keep valuables, such as your passport, in locked suitcases or in your room safe. Carry only the money you need. Avoid deserted alleyways, especially at night. Watch your pockets and bags, both in town and around airports.
As in all major cities, extra vigilance is recommended in tourist areas, particularly in Istanbul, where it is advisable to look after your personal documents.
Taking a stance on subjects of a political nature, particularly on social networks (including sharing) in Turkey, may result in a ban on entering or leaving Turkish territory and in some cases in criminal proceedings.
Currency
The official currency is the Turkish lira, and you can change your money in exchange offices, hotels and banks, of which there are many, especially in the big cities. In some tourist areas, the euro is occasionally accepted.
Weather
The best times to visit Turkey are spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November). In fact, midsummer temperatures can be very high (around 35-40°C), which can make cultural visits less enjoyable. Ideal, however, for beach activities.
Languages
The official language in Turkey is Turkish, but there are other minority languages spoken by some locals (Arabic, Greek...) and English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
Accommodation quality
The quality of accommodation in Turkey varies, but in general it can be said that it is often comparable to European standards, especially in large cities and tourist areas.
Food quality
Internationally renowned, Turkish gastronomy offers a wide range of culinary specialties to suit all tastes. The general quality of food and food safety is very good, especially in tourist areas.