So I'm eyeing a long haul itinerary where:
-The shortest connection option in IST is 15 hours & priced at 1,500€
- Another option is a 19 hour connection in IST & priced at... 1,100€

Given that the shortest connection time makes me eligible for the hotel, am I safe in booking the 1,100€ ticket & still getting the free hotel or will they tell me I didn't book the shortest possible route?