Featuring currency exchange and a lift, the 3-star Hotel Mara Istanbul is situated near an entertainment district and 2.4 km from the bustling Galata Bridge. Offering a location within a few blocks of Kilic Ali Pasha Complex Mosque, the hotel overlooks ocean and has an à la carte restaurant.

A 10-minute ride from the great Hagia Sophia Museum, this comfortable hotel is 950 metres from Taksim underground station. The historic Sultanahmet District is within reach of the Mara, while omer hayyam bus stop is around 700 metres away. Also, Palazzo Venezia is situated 0.6 km away. The nearby sports attractions include Vodafone Park Multi-Purpose Stadium, which is a 17-minute walk away. For those travelling from afar, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 46 minutes' drive away.

The 25 rooms at the Mara Istanbul are equipped with comforts such as ironing equipment, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi and cable channels. They are also decorated with an elegant furniture. Bathrooms feature a shower and a toilet along with a hairdryer and bathrobes.

The restaurant serves halal dishes. It offers a variety of fruit desserts that will suit all tastes. There is a lounge bar on site. The restaurant 360 Istanbul lies just 350 m from Hotel Mara Istanbul.