Offering a restaurant and baggage storage, the 2-star Hotel Akyildiz Istanbul lies in European Side with Istanbul's old center, with classic sights like opulent Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia, a mosque famed for its Byzantine mosaics, only 11 minutes on foot from Beyazit Tower and about 5 minutes' drive from the indoor Historia Shopping Mall. This smoke-free hotel also includes a bureau de change and a lift.

The Akyildiz is located in Istanbul, within walking distance of Yenikapi tube station. Cultural sights in the area are Galata Koprusu Bridge (2.2 km) and Topkapi Palace harem (2.8 km). The property is situated within arm's reach of Basilica Cistern, while Aksaray bus station lies nearly a 5-minute walk away. For those travelling from afar, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 45 minutes' drive away.

Guests can also use a separate toilet and a shower, along with such amenities as a hair dryer and bath sheets. Certain rooms offer views of the sea.

The Akyildiz Istanbul serves a free buffet breakfast in the restaurant. You can enjoy a Turkish cuisine in the Pacaci Hasan located a mere 650 metres away.