What a little gem. All that is needed for a city trip. Rooms basic but beautifully clean, tidy with all the amenities you require. Rooms have everything specified and the staff are very kind, helpful and willing to give you handy hints on getting about. We arrived very late but this was absolutely no problem. The buffet style breakfast was just what we required,’ continental’ in style with local Turkish produce. The location couldn’t be better for the main tourist sights of the Golden Horn literally ten minutes stroll or five minutes brisk walk away, just follow the tram line. Travellers should be aware that there is no lift but staff are more than willing to take your luggage up for you, but not a staircase for the infirm. Perhaps a little difficult to find, tucked away in a beautifully quiet back street, but a good landmark is the Gülhane Sark Sofrasi in Alay Köşkü Caddesi.(Great food and hospitality for the evening) I would have no hesitation in using The Minel again.