Sultan Suite – Entrance Floor

Sultan Suite – Entrance Floor Overview

You know what? I’ve walked past this little gem on Fırın Sokak probably a dozen times before I actually stayed there, and honestly, I was kicking myself for not booking it sooner. The Sultan Suite sits right in the heart of Kaleiçi – and I mean actually in the heart, not some marketing department’s version of “centrally located.” You’re literally steps from Hadrian’s Gate, and the narrow cobblestone streets that tourists love to Instagram are right outside your door.

The entrance floor setup is pretty clever, actually. Most places in this part of Antalya’s old town are these converted Ottoman houses, so you’re getting that authentic vibe without feeling like you’re camping in a museum. The room itself has this interesting mix of old stone walls and modern touches that somehow works – I mean, the AC is powerful enough to actually cool the space down (trust me, in July you’ll appreciate this), and the bathroom is way more spacious than you’d expect from a 3-star place. The bed was comfortable enough that I didn’t wake up with that “slept on springs” feeling, though the street can get a bit lively in the evenings. Nothing too crazy, just the usual sounds of people discovering the nightlife around Kaleiçi Marina.

What really sold me on this place was how the owner – super friendly guy, speaks decent English – genuinely knows the neighborhood. He pointed me toward this tiny lokanta tucked away on a side street that I never would’ve found otherwise, and their lamb stew was honestly better than anything I had at the touristy spots near the harbor. The location means you can walk to the marina in maybe five minutes, hit the beach at Mermerli in about the same time, or just wander through the maze of streets without any real destination in mind. Parking can be tricky if you’ve got a rental car (the streets here weren’t exactly designed for modern traffic), but there’s a public lot about a ten-minute walk away that won’t break the bank. The 8.5 rating makes sense to me – it’s not luxury, but it delivers exactly what it promises and then some. For the price point, especially if you’re someone who actually wants to experience Antalya rather than just pass through it, this place gets the balance right between authentic and comfortable.

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Reviews of Sultan Suite – Entrance Floor

• Kate from Taiwan – 25 September 2024 (7/10)

  What could be improved: 衛生

• Jörg from France – 12 August 2024 (9/10)

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