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Hotel Saint Sophia

4.0 star property
Upscale Beaux Arts hotel, walk to Hagia Sophia
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Hotel Saint Sophia

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Interior entrance
Room amenity

Overview of Hotel Saint Sophia

9.4

Exceptional

Highlight
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Istanbul by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Alemdar Cad. 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34112
  • Popular LocationBasilica Cistern2 min walk
  • Popular LocationGülhane Park2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSishane-Zemin Metro Station4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAtaturk International Airport Station33 min drive
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Room options

Superior Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room (Grand)

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Istanbul

Hotel Saint Sophia is located in Istanbul City Center, a neighbourhood in Istanbul, and is near a metro station. Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bosphorus and Florya Beach. Pierre Loti Tepesi and Vialand Tema Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing.

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk
  • Hagia Sophia - 4 min walk
  • Blue Mosque - 10 min walk
  • Grand Bazaar - 11 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 14 min walk

Getting around

  • Gulhane Station - 5 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 7 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Foodie-Ist Restaurant-Brasserie - 3 min walk
  • The Must Turkish Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • House Of Medusa - 3 min walk
  • Green Corner - 1 min walk
  • Efezâde - 1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Saint Sophia

Upscale hotel near Grand Bazaar
A short walk from Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, Hotel Saint Sophia provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Saint Sophia feature comforts, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Childcare services, free infant beds and travel cots
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

Languages

English, Spanish, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM–11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift

More

  • 4 floors
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Building
  • Built in 2000
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests have access to the Sauna, Turkish Bath, Steam Room and Fitness activities at no charge at a nearby partner property, located in walking distance away from a sister hotel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Boutique Saint Sophia
Boutique Saint Sophia Hotel
Boutique Saint Sophia Hotel Istanbul
Boutique Saint Sophia Istanbul
Boutique Saint Sophia
Hotel Saint Sophia Hotel
Hotel Saint Sophia Istanbul
Hotel Saint Sophia Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Saint Sophia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Saint Sophia?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Saint Sophia on 13 Apr 2024 start from NZ$354.16, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Saint Sophia?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Saint Sophia?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Saint Sophia?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hotel Saint Sophia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 65 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Saint Sophia located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is steps away from Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia. Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square are also within 10 minutes. Gulhane Station and Sultanahmet Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Hotel Saint Sophia Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 584 out of 785 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 785 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 785 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 785 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 785 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I don’t know if it gets any better. The unobstructed view of the Hagia Sofia makes the experience completely magical.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful hotel located right in the centre of the Old City. The Hagia Sophia is right next to the hotel and many of the central attractions are within walking distance. There is also a tram stop located a short distance from the hotel. The rooms are clean, stylish and comfortable. Lovely bathrooms with hot water. I had a really great night sleep here. I would suggest having the Turkish breakfast in the morning - a lot of food and all of it tasty, it will set you up for the day. The hotel also offers tea and treats in the afternoon - recommended! The staff were all very friendly and helpful, assisting with luggage, explaining how to use public transport or helping you book a tour. I would stay here again, this hotel had a very warm and friendly feel to it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ndima Blessing

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, always helpful with a smile, never make you feel like you are inconveniencing them, felt welcomed, although at some points we had an understandable language barrier, but the message and jokes were communicated easily Reception open 24 hours If you don’t have an itinerary like my wife and I, feel free to ask at the reception, we did almost all the recommendations from private tour, spa, boat cruises and restaurants during our four night stay They also have a lovely breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kostas

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This boutique hotel is an oasis in a bustling city. Situated beside the Haiga Sofia and the Blue Mosque and the park that is Topkapi Palace and on a main tram line of the city. Perfect location! 20 minute tram from ships terminal. Beautiful rooms and unbelievable breakfast, traditional, highly recommend, and North American.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel goes over the top to please their guests. Our friends were not staying at the hotel with us because they had reservations elsewhere, but they kept their luggage for them and provided transfer to the airport for them anyway. They made reservations for our group to eat at an amazing roof top restaurant. We had 360 degree views of this amazing city that is breathtaking at night. Great food also! The breakfast in the morning is amazing and given complimentary to the guests. This hotel is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023