Offering luggage storage, the comfortable 3-star Basilis Hotel Istanbul lies in the Sirkeci district of Istanbul, merely 450 metres from the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum and just 1.3 km from the historic Rustem Pasha Mosque. While staying at this Istanbul hotel, a safe deposit box and 24-hour security are available for guests to use.

The hotel is notable for its prime location, only 8 minutes' walk from the functioning Blue Mosque and right around the corner from Sirkeci train station. The prominent Turkish Istanbul University is a popular education place to visit just 1.4 km from the Basilis Istanbul. There is the cobblestone Istiklal Street about a 10-minute ride away, while Havatas transfer bus station is a short way from the property.

An air conditioner as well as a balcony are featured in the rooms for guests' convenience.

The Basilis offers a buffet breakfast made fresh daily. The seafood restaurant Gulhane Sark Sofrasi is just near the hotel.