Hotel Sebnem, Istanbul

As with many hotels in Sultanahmet, the Hotel Sebnem has an attractive roof terrace offering spectacular views of the Sea of Marmara and the Princes Islands. It stands out from the crowd with its well thought out style and tasteful decor, and is considered to be a cut above many of its competitors. Hidden away from the general melee on a serene cul-de-sac, this hotel offers its guests both privacy and tranquility. Families are very welcome here and the large family rooms (containing a double and two twin beds) also have refrigerators for those early-morning and late-night snacks for the kids.