Yesil Ev

Jean-Paul Gaultier, Rudolf Nureyev, the Prince of Belgium and actress Rachel Weisz make up only a fraction of the glitterati who have set foot in this Ottoman palace. Heavy curtains, brass bed-frames, parquet flooring and hand-woven carpets, evoke the lavishness of the 19th century and combine it with modern comforts. If you’re looking to stay somewhere that is both plush and personal, then you’ll feel at home in one of only 19 rooms at this Istanbul classic. The style of garden, although not totally convincing, somehow evokes the charm of a small town pizzeria, awkwardly set around a stone fountain. The location is unbeatable, with the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia only a few steps away and the Grand Bazaar just a short walk.