Stay in an Ottoman Empire prison? A deep dive into the Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul Old City!

Spanning the continents of Europe and Asia, Istanbul is full of romantic legends with a thousand years of history at every corner~ Today, I’m taking you to one of my favorite spots in Istanbul’s European Old City, the Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet, a super magical hotel transformed from a prison! 🏨✨ The hotel’s location is fantastic—just a 3-minute walk to the Blue Mosque and 5 minutes to Hagia Sophia! 💫 The most amazing part is its past and present: This was once the Ottoman Empire’s very first prison! Even the elevator is made from a former watchtower! 📜 You can still see prisoners’ carved confessions on some walls... Staying here feels like starring in the next season of "Prison Break"! 😱 🌊 About the views: Some rooms face directly onto the Bosphorus Strait 🌅 Wake up to the first rays of sunlight shining on the sea between Europe and Asia There are suites with 270-degree views overlooking the Old City landmarks! The dome of Hagia Sophia is within arm’s reach. 🏡 Magical transformation: - Prison yard → Dreamy secret garden 💐 - Gloomy cells → Luxurious suites 🛏️ - Watchtower → Trendy elevator shaft 📸 🍽 Experiences you can’t miss: 1⃣️ Authentic Turkish breakfast 2⃣️ Traditional coffee making in the courtyard 3⃣️ Rooftop bar watching the sunset over the strait