Good day from GH Istanbul.
First, I thank those who answered my above queries.
The hotel is quite pleasant and an easy walk to the Tramvay and Taksim Square. But it have been just stifling the past couple of days, so I've been cabbing it a bit at times. The pool is quite nice and provides a real break from the heat.
I've made no real requests, so I cannot really comment on the level of service.
Grand club is good. Breakfast is continental - hot oatmeal is the only hot item. Breakfast meats, smoked salmon, cheeses and pastries predominate. Good coffe and multiuple type of juice. In the evening, the offerings are light but elegant with complimentary beer, wine, sparling wine, and limited liquors.
I am glad I chose this over the PH. I think that as a solo traveler, I am having an easier time being a bit anonymous and have better access to the sights than I would have at the PH.