Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant - Istanbul

Central Istanbul hotel with rooftop views of the Blue Mosque and sea, near the Grand Bazaar

Rooftop Dining & Terrace

Breakfast on the rooftop terrace at Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant offers a 270-degree view of Istanbul including the sea and the Blue Mosque. The on-site family-friendly restaurant serves a buffet of Turkish and international dishes from 8:00 to 10:00 am. Guests return to the roof terrace throughout the day to relax with views of Yenikapi bay and the Old Town skyline.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant is a 12-minute walk from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, sending guests directly into Sultanahmet's historic core. The Beyazit tram stop is a 5-minute walk uphill, offering connections to the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar. This area known as Food Street contains many authentic restaurants within a two-minute walk from the hotel entrance.

Room Types & Accommodations

Rooms at the Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant include Economy Double Rooms, Standard Double Rooms, Deluxe Double Rooms with Sea View, and Family Suites with Balcony. Deluxe and family rooms have direct sea views and natural light through windows, while economy rooms are priced lower and some have no exterior window. All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a TV, and free WiFi.

Services & Guest Support

The 24-hour front desk at the Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant provides currency exchange, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage for guests with late departures. Staff offer local dining recommendations and arrange cultural tours, walking tours, bike tours, and paid airport transfers from both Istanbul airports. The hotel also provides daily housekeeping, laundry, ironing, and dry cleaning services for extended stays.

Family & Practical Details

Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant offers family rooms, allergy-free rooms, soundproof rooms, and a shared lounge/TV area for group stays. Paid street parking is available 3 minutes from the hotel for 10 euros per day. Guests arriving from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (24 miles) or Istanbul Airport can book the hotel's shuttle or use the nearby metro via Aksaray station.

• Dining: Rooftop breakfast with 270-degree view of Istanbul
• Location: 12-minute walk to Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia
• Rooms: Deluxe Double Rooms with Sea View and Family Suites with Balcony
• Services: 24-hour front desk, cultural tours, airport shuttle
• Parking: Paid street parking at 10 euros per day
• Family: Family rooms and soundproof rooms available

License number: 2021-34-0127