Aprilis Hotel in Istanbul

Set on a commercial street among shops and eateries, this informal hotel with views of the Sea of Marmara is a 13-minute walk from the Topkapı Palace Museum and 15 minutes' walk from Kumkapi train station.The warm rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Some have balconies and/or sea views. Family units have connecting bedrooms.Breakfast is complimentary. Amenities include a down-to-earth restaurant, a gym and a spa.