Hotel Saint Sophia - Istanbul

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Hotel Saint Sophia - Istanbul
Alemdar Cad No 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Location9.8
Staff9.7
Comfort9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Value for money9.0
Who stays here
Couples53%
Families25%
Solo12%
Groups10%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Location9.8
Staff9.7
Comfort9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Value for money9.0
Who stays here
Couples53%
Families25%
Solo12%
Groups10%

Boutique hotel in Sultanahmet with Hagia Sophia views and complimentary afternoon tea

Location

Hotel Saint Sophia Istanbul sits directly opposite the Basilica Cistern and 30 meters from Hagia Sophia's courtyard. The Blue Mosque is 300 meters away, and Topkapi Palace is a 5-minute walk. Sultanahmet tram stop is 5 minutes on foot, giving access to Eminönü and the Asian side via ferry.

Rooms

The 32 rooms at the boutique Saint Sophia Istanbul feature Bianco Carrara marble walls and floors in the bathrooms. Each room includes an iPod docking station, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a free minibar. Grand Deluxe rooms with balconies offer direct views of Hagia Sophia.

Dining

The hotel's restaurant serves an à la carte Turkish breakfast with 11 small dishes including cheeses, olives, and fresh juices. Every afternoon from 4 to 6 PM, guests receive complimentary cakes, biscuits, tea, and coffee in the reception area. The bar and café offer a selection of Turkish and international wines, plus live harp music on some mornings.

Activities

Saint Sophia Hotel Istanbul provides complimentary bicycle rentals for exploring the nearby historical streets. The hotel can arrange private tours with guides who have trained many group-tour operators in the city. Guests can also join walking tours, bike tours, or happy hour events organized by the property.

Family & Business

The hotel offers babysitting services, a kid-friendly buffet at breakfast, and family rooms such as the Deluxe Twin Room. For business travelers, the hotel has a business center and meeting facilities. Daily housekeeping, laundry, and ironing service are available, and the 24-hour front desk can arrange airport shuttles.

  • Location: Steps from Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace
  • Rooms: 32 rooms with marble bathrooms and Bvlgari amenities
  • Dining: À la carte Turkish breakfast and daily complimentary afternoon tea
  • Activities: Complimentary bike rentals, cultural tours, and happy hour
  • Family: Babysitting services, kid-friendly buffet, and family room options

Licence number: 22378

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 25.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic
Building
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:25
Former name
Saint Sophia Hotel Istanbul
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Rooms and availability

Grand Deluxe Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
Standard Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Bowling
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area

Room view

  • Garden view
  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Hotel Saint Sophia

💵 Lowest room price 71 £
📏 Distance to centre 600 m
✈️ Distance to airport 44.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International, SAW

Location

Alemdar Cad No 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122
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Alemdar Cad No 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122
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Alemdar Cad No 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museum
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
250 m
Yerebatan Caddesi
Basilica Cistern
160 m
Square
Sultanahmet District
540 m
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
160 m
Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet
TGC Press Media Museum
480 m
Historic Areas of Istanbul
290 m
Sultanahmet Meydani
Obelisk of Theodosius
320 m
Profesör Kazım İsmail Gürkan Cad. No: 34
Cagaloglu Hamami
450 m
Binbirdirek
Walled Obelisk
520 m
Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Gulhane Park
30 m
Fountain
German Fountain
290 m
Museum
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
530 m
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
60 m
Monument
Serpent Column
530 m
Museum
Hagia Irene
490 m
Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
450 m
Restaurant
Theodora Restaurant
30 m
Restaurant
Alemdar Restaurant
60 m
Restaurant
The And Hotel
230 m
Restaurant
House of Medusa
220 m
Restaurant
Zeynep Sultan
70 m
Restaurant
Gulhane Sark Sofrasi
280 m
Restaurant
Kilari
210 m

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FAQ about Hotel Saint Sophia

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at Hotel Saint Sophia hotel?
You can always visit Blue Mosque, placed 950 meters from Hotel Saint Sophia hotel. Another landmark that is worth your while is Istanbul Archaeology Museums located only a 6-minute walk away.
What popular attractions are closest to Hotel Saint Sophia?
Guests of Hotel Saint Sophia can visit Cagaloglu Hamami (just 6 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Column of Constantine placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Is airport shuttle provided by this perfect hotel?
Bus shuttle which will take you to this perfect hotel with a 48-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at the perfect 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia?
Yes, the perfect 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia provides parking spaces on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia?
Guests of the 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-seafood restaurant Seven Hills Restaurant offering Mediterranean cuisine.
Does this perfect hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of this perfect hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia?
Guests of the 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What are the booking prices at the perfect 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia?
The prices at the perfect 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia start from $86.
What payment methods are accepted in the perfect 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia hotel?
At the perfect 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia hotel, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the hotel comprise?
The hotel provides such room types as Superior Queen Room, Grand Deluxe Queen Room, and Deluxe Double Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the perfect 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia hotel?
Specific suites at the perfect 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia hotel boast views of the courtyard and feature complimentary Wi-Fi and a satellite TV and a laptop safe for security reasons.
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Yes, the staff of the perfect 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia hotel can speak German, Spanish, Turkish, English, and Arabic.
Which facilities does the 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia provide?
Top locations of the 4-star Hotel Saint Sophia include a gift shop and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
Does this perfect hotel feature any spa facilities?
Pampering amenities in this perfect hotel include a Turkish bath, a steam room, and sauna facilities.
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