Aruna Boutique Hotel 4*
Main amenities
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Wi-Fi
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24-hour services
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Express check-in/ -out
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On-site Dining
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Child-friendly
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Air conditioning
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No pets allowed
Location
The fantastic Aruna Boutique Hotel Istanbul is about 500 metres from the Great Palace Mosaic Museum and features spacious rooms overlooking the courtyard. The 4-star hotel proudly offers an archaeological museum, while the enormous Topkapi Palace is merely 1.4 km away.
The hotel is located right in the centre of Istanbul, around a 10-minute ride from the ornate 16th-century Suleymaniye Mosque and in proximity to the Roman monumental Column of Constantine. When staying at the Aruna Istanbul, you'll be 4.3 km from Kadikoy Bull Statue. Guests might as well visit Second Courtyard, which is just a 14-minute walk away. Standing around 2 km away, the Ottoman imperial New Mosque is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination. The property is situated nearly 20 minutes' walk from Sirkeci train station.
The rooms at Aruna Boutique Hotel have a patio and a dressing room, along with blackout drapes and air conditioning for your convenience. The rooms have a mini-bar and tea/coffee making equipment for self-catering along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi for entertainment. The spacious bathrooms come with hair dryers and bath sheets as well as a spa bathtub, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet.
A buffet breakfast is also offered onsite. You can spend time in the lounge bar over a refreshing drink. The seafood restaurant Seven Hills Restaurant is located within a few blocks of the Aruna Boutique.
Review by hotel critic
Upon my recent stay at Aruna, I was immediately struck by its prime location, just a two-minute stroll from the captivating Corniche, with stunning views of the Bosphorus. It serves as a convenient base to explore historical gems such as the Hagia Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace. The dining experience at the hotel merits discussion. Breakfast was served in the basement, an area dimly lit with flickering lights. The selection was somewhat limited, and while I appreciate the simplicity, it lacked variety and options to customize or increase portions. It did not match the innovative culinary experiences typically found in a boutique hotel. My family and I enjoyed our meals at nearby restaurants like Balikci Sabahattin and the Byzantium Terrace. Both offered a delightful atmosphere and fresh seafood, elevating our culinary journey in the city. The staff, particularly Ms. Leilia and Mr Mohamed, played a notable role in our experience, proving to be warm and attentive throughout our stay. I would encourage travelers to explore dining options outside the hotel's premises for a more gratifying gastronomic experience.
Important information
- Children and extra beds
- Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
