We had the pleasure of staying at a number of hotels during our time in Istanbul. The Sari Konak was among our favorites. It is a small hotel with a boutique feel. Our room was small but attractively decorated with pristine white walls and bedding. The bed was clean and comfortable and the fully tiled bathroom was a luxury, complete with a heated towel rack and great water pressure in the glass-enclosed shower. The staff was very friendly as well. The bartender on the rooftop deck was eager to practice his English and correct our broken Turkish, as well as to provide nightlife recommendations that turned out quite well.Breakfast was fantastic, a spread of fresh fruits, cheeses, and cereals, as well as hard-boiled eggs and some pastries. The owner, a charming man who appeared to be in his 60s, circulated among the guests during this complimentary meal, asking about their stay and pointing out the hotel's historical context.