The Istanbul Hotel, Istanbul - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Alemdar Mah Yerebatan Cad No 30, Istanbul, Turkey

The Istanbul Hotel, a 3-star property in historic Fatih district featuring the peninsula of old Constantinople, provides a rooftop terrace with Bosphorus views, Turkish bath, and sauna within 0.1 miles of Sultanahmet Square.

Modern Room Amenities

All 25 rooms at The Istanbul Hotel feature private bathrooms with free toiletries, jetted bathtubs, premium bedding, and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms come equipped with smart satellite TVs, minibars, and air conditioning.

Bosphorus View Dining

Boterra Restaurant serves Mediterranean and Ottoman cuisines with Bosphorus views, offering al fresco dining options. The buffet breakfast is served daily at the covered terrace, while Fora Bar provides evening refreshments.

Wellness and Leisure

The wellness area includes massage services, a Turkish hammam, and sauna. A library and coffee shop complement the leisure facilities.

Central Historic Location

The Istanbul Hotel stands 0.2 miles from Sultanahmet Tram Stop, 0.2 miles from Hagia Sophia, and 0.1 miles from Cagaloglu Hamami. Airport shuttle service is available for a surcharge.

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Istanbul1400 ft

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 26.8 mi

Istanbul (IST) 28.8 mi

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station700 ft

Metro stations

Vezneciler5000 ft

Halic 1.1 mi

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

EUR 8 per day

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Elevator
Currency exchange

Services

Airport shuttle
Room service
Dry cleaning

Dining

Breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Free breakfast

Room features

Air conditioning
In-room safe

Media

Television
Telephone

Location

Alemdar Mah Yerebatan Cad No 30, Istanbul, Turkey

Map view

Alemdar Mah Yerebatan Cad No 30, Istanbul, Turkey

City landmarks

Mosque

Blue Mosque

2500 ft

Square

Sultanahmet District

2100 ft

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

5300 ft

Museums

Topkapi Palace

3400 ft

Museums

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

2100 ft

Bridges

Galata Bridge

4900 ft

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

2500 ft

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

3400 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

Serpent Column

2100 ft

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

2500 ft

Mosque

Sokullu Mehmed Pasa Mosque

3200 ft

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

2200 ft

Mosque

Rustem Pasha Mosque

5100 ft

Gallery

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

1.4 mi

Square

Beyazit Square

4200 ft

Square

Beyazit Tower

5200 ft

Nearby

Museums

Hagia Sophia Museum

1200 ft

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

600 ft

Cankurtaran Mh.

Beyoglu Turkish coffee

2000 ft

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

900 ft

Historic Areas of Istanbul

1400 ft

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

500 ft

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

1700 ft

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

1000 ft

Museums

Hagia Irene

1200 ft

Museums

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

1600 ft

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

800 ft

Museums

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

1400 ft

Merkez Beyazit

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

1200 ft

Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet

1000 ft

Restaurants

Sultanahmet Koftecisi

1100 ft

Buyukdere Cad. Astoria Alisveris Merkezi No:127 K:3 Sisli Esentepe

Dostlar Bufe

200 ft

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. Uretman Han No:27 D:1 Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Maya's Corner

100 ft

Alemdar Mh.

Istanbul Kebab Cafe & Restaurant

800 ft

Alemdar

Yeni Oz Karadeniz

400 ft

2 cagagoglu Hamami sokagi

Nist Cafe

500 ft

Alemdar Mahallesi

Lokal Eat & Drink

400 ft

Alemdar Mah.

Sutis Special

500 ft

Nuruosmaniye Cad. No:28 Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Doydukmu

700 ft

Molla Fenari Mahallesi Beyazit,Fatih

Sofana Yoresel Ev Yemekleri

500 ft

Cagaloglu Alemdar Mah. Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cd. No: 28 At Sultanahmet

Alaturka Cuisine Cafe & Restaurant

700 ft

Dr. Eminpasa Sk. No:4 Alemdar Mh.

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

5.0

Location

6.6

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

Scarlett

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.0/10

My stay at The Istanbul Hotel was quite disappointing. While the location was excellent, just a short walk from historical attractions like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, the state of the room and amenities left much to be desired. The room I was in was dark and cold, and the ongoing renovations made it noisy all day long.

Rooms

5.0

The triple suite was dark and noisy, with hard beds that were uncomfortable. Many light bulbs were out, making it hard to read, and despite being spacious, it faced a wall rather than a city view.

Service

5.0

The service was limited; the staff tried to be helpful but struggled with language barriers and the dining options were very basic.

Location

8.0

The location was perfect for exploring, conveniently close to major attractions like the Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace, and surprisingly quiet at night.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was abysmal, with only a few types of cheese, salads, and very basic options that really need improvement.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were lacking; the elevator felt old, being in disrepair, and there were no notable amenities to enhance the stay.

Colin

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.0/10

My stay at The Istanbul Hotel was disappointing. the room was dark, noisy, and quite cold. I encountered ongoing renovations, which created a dusty environment. However, its location was excellent for accessing major tourist sites like the Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern.

Rooms

5.0

The triple suite I stayed in was poorly lit and lacked proper reading lights. it felt uncomfortable due to the hard beds. Many light bulbs were non-functional, making it hard to find adequate lighting.

Service

5.0

While the staff was friendly and cooperative, the language barrier was frustrating. they didn’t speak English very well, which made communication difficult.

Location

5.0

This hotel is situated on Yerebatan Street, just down the road from key sites like the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. it was extremely convenient for sightseeing.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was abysmal. I was only offered a limited selection of mostly salads and cheese. Overall, it did not meet my expectations at all.

Facilities

5.0

The elevator felt outdated and unsafe. the renovation work made accessing different areas of the hotel quite uncomfortable.

William

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.2/10

I had a disappointing stay at The Istanbul Hotel. The noisy renovations and hard beds really detracted from my experience. However, the location was perfect for exploring the historical sites of Istanbul.

Rooms

5.0

The room was dark and cold with hard beds. Many light bulbs were out, making it impossible to read at night. The renovations resulted in dust and noise all day long.

Service

5.0

The staff was nice and tried to be helpful, but they didn't speak English well, which made communication difficult.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was ideal, right on Yerebatan Street and close to major attractions, making it easy to explore.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was quite basic, mostly salads and a few types of cheese. I expected more variety, but it was somewhat tasty.

Facilities

5.0

The elevator was old and had safety issues. Room service and an airport shuttle were available, but didn’t compensate for other issues.

Samuel

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.2/10

My stay at The Istanbul Hotel was quite disappointing. The location on Yerabatan Caddesi was perfect for exploring, but the room itself was dark and cold with hard beds. There was ongoing renovation which made the atmosphere unpleasant, and the breakfast options were lacking.

Rooms

5.0

The triple suite I was in was dark, noisy, and cold. and many light bulbs didn't work, making it hard to read at night.

Service

5.0

Though I found the staff kind and helpful, I struggled with communication as English wasn't widely spoken.

Location

5.0

The hotel's location was excellent, with plenty to see and do nearby. I appreciated the vibrant atmosphere of the street.

Dining

5.0

Dining options had a nice view, but there was significant room for improvement in the quality of the food.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities, including the old elevator, felt outdated and not safe. I also noted a general need for cleanliness in shared areas.

Aaron

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.2/10

My stay at The Istanbul Hotel was far from pleasant. the room was dark and noisy, and the ongoing renovations only added to the discomfort. The proximity to major historical sites was a plus, but it wasn't enough to redeem the experience.

Rooms

5.0

The triple suite was small and uncomfortable with hard beds. many light bulbs were out, making it hard to read at night.

Service

5.0

While the staff were cooperative, communication was a challenge as they didn't speak English at all.

Location

7.0

The location was convenient. just a short walk to attractions like the Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was particularly disappointing. it consisted of just salami and cheese, and was overall abysmal.