Ecole St. Pierre Hotel, Istanbul

Ecole St. Pierre Hotel - A 13th-century Galata district hotel with historic walls and garden views

Located in the historic Galata district, this 4-star Istanbul hotel occupies the garden of Pierre Monastery, incorporating rare 13th-century Genoese walls. Designed by Italian architect Gaspare Fossati, Ecole St. Pierre Hotel features air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, coffee machines, and private bathrooms with showers. The property includes IL CORTILE Ristorante & Pizzeria, which integrates the historic walls into its design, and serves à la carte breakfast daily. Guest accommodations range from soundproofed double rooms to suites with hot tubs, living rooms, and garden-view balconies. The hotel provides concierge service, currency exchange, and private parking. Positioned 0.5 miles from Pepo's Galata and The Galata House Restaurant, Ecole St. Pierre stands 0.5 miles from Istanbul Museum of Modern Art. Key landmarks within 1.5 miles include Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia Museum, and Basilica Cistern.

Pros

Preserved 13th-century Genoese walls integrated into the restaurant design

Located in Pierre Monastery's garden with authentic architectural heritage

Multiple dining options within 0.5 miles walking distance

Positioned near major cultural institutions including Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

Cons

20 miles distance from the nearest airport

2-1.5 miles walking distance to major attractions like Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia