Featuring a wellness centre and a full-service spa along with a Turkish steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna, the 4-star Istanbul River Hotel is situated just a 6-minute walk from the Ottoman imperial Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque in Istanbul. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and has a xerox and a work desk.

The comfortable hotel is nestled 2.3 km from the historic Blue Mosque and 2.1 km from the great Hagia Sophia Museum. The River is 500 metres from the prominent Turkish Istanbul University and within reach of Vezneciler-İstanbul Üniversitesi underground station. There is the Basilica Cistern 2.4 km away, and Aksaray bus station is within 5 minutes' walk of this property. The hotel is situated near Yenikapi train station, 550 metres away.

Istanbul River Hotel offers 48 rooms with a mini fridge bar, coffee and tea makers, and such modern conveniences as wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Furnished with a writing desk, they also have soundproof windows. Bathrooms inlude a separate toilet and a shower, and such fine comforts as toiletries and bathrobes. Guests can take advantage of views of the city.

A buffet breakfast is served each morning at the River Istanbul. The à la carte River Restaurant restaurant focuses on halal cuisine. A lounge bar is available on site. It also features a lounge and a terrace for guests' comfort. There is a restaurant serving Turkish food 7 minutes' walk away.