The 3-star Hippodrome Hotel Istanbul is situated in Fatih with the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople, 16 minutes' walk from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum and features 52 rooms with views of the garden. In addition to parking, the hotel offers stunning views of Blue Mosque.

This modern hotel is in the very heart of Istanbul, so guests have direct access to Basilica Cistern, which is around 500 metres away. The great Hagia Sophia Museum is 6 minutes on foot from the Hippodrome, while Galata Koprusu Bridge is 2.1 km away. Also, Second Courtyard is situated 950 metres away. The medieval Greek Orthodox church "Kariye Mosque" lies 10 minutes by car from the property. Havaist bus stop is within a 400-metre distance of Hippodrome Hotel and a mere 1.7 km from is enough to get to Sirkeci train station.

The air-conditioned rooms have a balcony and a terrace featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with comforts such as air conditioning. Also, there is an individual safe, a mini-bar and coffee/tea making machines provided. They feature bathrooms with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower as well as hairdryers and bath sheets.

The Hippodrome Istanbul offers a homemade breakfast made fresh daily. Guests may visit Azade Hotel Terrace Restaurant restaurant and a lobby bar on site. The small bar is also available. There is a seafood restaurant serving Mediterranean food 5 minutes' stroll away.