Located very close to the historical part of the city, the Ramada Istanbul Old City is within walking distance from major historical monuments. It is also situated very close to the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace, and Saint Sophia. Public transportation choices are very close to the hotel. Situated three miles from the main city center, Taksim square the hotel is covered by restaurants, pubs, and cafes. It is just 15 minutes drive away from the airport and five minutes drive from the highway exit and entrance. This hotel was built in 1992 and remodeled in 2007. Hotel amenities include a dining room, a fitness center, non-smoking rooms, free airport shuttle, free Internet access, kids activities, free parking, wheelchair access, a business center, meeting rooms, and laundry facilities. Each room is equipped with am/fm alarm clock, a coffee/ tea maker, a desk, free newspaper, a hairdryer, an iron and ironing board, rollaway beds, cots, a safe, and a TV. The hotel offers wireless Internet access in all rooms at a charge.