Historic Hotel
Questionnaire
Year erected: 1910
What is the history of the property?
It is a family mansion built in the Old City of Istanbul, just meters away from the
Hippodrome of Constantinople and neighbouring the Ibrahim Pasha Palace from the 16th century. The building had been used as a family house until 1991 Which is the year when it has been renovated and started to be used as a hotel.
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Early 20th century building, late period of Ottoman architectural style.
Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
The property, located in a quiet street, is right across from the Blue Mosque and at a few minutes walk from important historical sights such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar.
Has restoration work taken place?
The restoration has taken place in 1991. The original facade was kept unharmed.
Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Throughout its past the hotel has often been chosen by people from the world of art and culture. Some of the long staying guests were Francis Ford Coppola (film director), Ralph Fiennes (actor), Jean Baudrillard (sociologist), Robert D. Kaplan (writer), Reza Deghati (photojournalist).
Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
A grade 2 listed building. It has a local certificate as 2nd degree historical building.
Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a: Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
Our hotel was named after the gorgeous building across the street which used to be the palace of Ibrahim Pasha. He was the Grand vizier of Sultan Suleyman who was also honored as “the Magnificent”. This palace is now in use as The Museum of Turkish and Islamic arts.
