The Hotel Poem is at the very centre of the old Sultanahmet. Providing guests with modern comfort and convenience surrounded by vivid reminders of the Byzantine and Ottoman past. This hotel dates back to the 19th century and its urban residences are traditional ottoman style. Hotel Poem was carefully restored in 1992 and has 17 rooms which all have examples of Turkish poetry which will help you discover the secret of this poetic city. Hotel Poem is a charming hotel offering great value for money accommodation overlooking the Bosporus.  The hotel Poem's official rating is special class, an official classification from the Turkish Ministry of Tourism which applies to properties that have distinct historical, artistic or architectural features.   Getting to the hotel: The distance between Hotel Poem and Ataturk Airport is 18 km, which takes approximately 20 minutes by car.   Local tips: There are many local attractions to visit while staying at Hotel Poem such as; Galata Bridge, Grand Bazaar, Egyptian Bazaar, St Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Museum, Archaeological Museum and the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Art Museum.