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The Parma Hotel Downtown

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Grand Bazaar

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Interior
Terrace/patio
Reception
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
In the heart of Istanbul, The Parma Hotel Downtown offers a luxurious retreat near the Grand Bazaar. Unwind with a massage or steam room session, then indulge in meals at one of two on-site restaurants. With free to-go breakfast and in-room WiFi, guests can also enjoy the coffee shop/cafe and hair salon amenities.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighborhood in Istanbul, The Parma Hotel Downtown is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Ataköy Marina and Kadıköy Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Grand Bazaar and Istiklal Avenue. Vialand Tema Park and Istanbul Expo Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Gencturk Cad No 43, Sehzadebasi/Istanbul, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34134

What's nearby

  • Grand Bazaar - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Galata Tower - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Vezneciler Subway Station - 5 min walk
  • Aksaray Tram Station - 7 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gülen Et Balık Resturant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Asuman Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Laleli İskender - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Libyano cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Zurich Istanbul - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Parma Hotel Downtown

Upscale hotel near Grand Bazaar
Located close to Eminönü Square, The Parma Hotel Downtown provides free to-go breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon.
Other perks include:
  • Airport pick-up service (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A TV in the lobby, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
Room features
All 89 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
  • 66-cm HDTVs with satellite channels
  • Limited housekeeping, desks, and desk chairs

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 66-cm LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 400 per vehicle

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Bird Hotel
Black Bird Hotel
Black Bird Hotel Istanbul
Black Bird Istanbul
Hotel Bird
Hotel Black Bird
Black Bird Hotel
The Parma Hotel Downtown Hotel
The Parma Hotel Downtown Istanbul
The Parma Hotel Downtown Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is The Parma Hotel Downtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Parma Hotel Downtown?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Parma Hotel Downtown?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at The Parma Hotel Downtown?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Parma Hotel Downtown provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of TRY 400 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Parma Hotel Downtown located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Beyazit Square and Grand Bazaar. Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are also within 2 mi (3 km). Aksaray Tram Station is 7 minutes by foot and Laleli-University Station is 7 minutes.

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