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Genius Hotel Istanbul

Family-friendly hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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In the heart of Istanbul, Genius Hotel Istanbul is a family-friendly haven near Hagia Sophia. Enjoy a coffee at the cafe, unwind with dry cleaning services, and savor dinner at the restaurant or drinks at the bar. Connect to in-room WiFi and plan your day with tour/ticket assistance while taking advantage of bike rentals for exploring nearby Topkapi Palace.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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Economy Room (Basement)

Economy Room (Basement)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

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Kutlugün Sokak, No.9, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galata Tower - 5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 3 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 8 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Hills - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seafront Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albura Kathisma Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Köşk Cafe & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪By Kinyas Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Genius Hotel Istanbul

Family-friendly hotel remodelled in 2020 and located near Hagia Sophia
Located close to Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, Genius Hotel Istanbul provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge), free newspapers and coffee/tea in reception
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at Genius Hotel Istanbul include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs and childcare services
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 82-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Uncovered parking on site (EUR 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1990
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 82-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per day

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1169

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Nar Sultan
Nar Sultan Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Istanbul
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Genius Hotel Istanbul pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Self-parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

What time is check-in at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Genius Hotel Istanbul provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Genius Hotel Istanbul located?

This family-friendly Istanbul hotel is located in the historical district, within a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar are also within 1 mi (2 km). Istanbul Cankurtaran Station is only a 3-minute walk and Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes.

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Genius Hotel Istanbul Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 125 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really nice and helpful. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the city, spoke English well and were able to provide advice and recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend to this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teuta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and service is great. Overall a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kanun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is really convenient for the main sightseeing spots and walkable. The staff are so kind and helpful also. You will have a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Saila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and very nice area to stay in. Everything was nearby food places and shopping. The hotel staff were very friendly and provided us with everything required
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahabbat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recommend this hotel to anyone want to spend time in istanbul .the service is very good 👍. The staffs are the best .i really appreciate your service .if i want to visit istanbul again i will go to this hotel again
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrived past midnight and they were able to arrange an airport transfer to the hotel to take the hassle put of arriving at that hour. 24/7 front desk who is always willing to help you and make a plan for the day. The boys at the front desk were very friendly and provided restaurant recommendations as well as recommendations for things to do in Istanbul. They upgraded our room to the family suite which was awesome. Room was very spacious, clean, and quiet. Location was perfect as it was within walking distance to the Hagia Sophia and so many attractions as well as the tram. Really enjoyed our stay here and recommend the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is in the basement and is very small with space for a double bed and a small closet, good for just one person.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

RAID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
V. Good
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ruiqian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Okay room, pushy host

Hotel is okay for this class, but the host was terrible. Very pushy people and keep on trying to sell me bs services. When I arrived the room wasn't clean but the cleaner did some work and fixed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having hotel staff on site and available 24 hours/day was very comforting. They were very polite and helped me coordinate activities, tours, and rides. The breakfast was convenient and delicious. And location of this hotel couldn't be beat!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aura Lisett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy cerca de lugares importantes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel; room was beautiful and comfortable. There was a lot of noise outside in the early morning. One of my windows would not stay shut for some reason so fixing that might resolve the situation. The hotel is walking distance to shops, food, and major tourist attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Zissis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is located within walking distance to historical sites and priced appropriately, hotel attendants manage the property 24/7, are accommodating, and provide detailed information on historical venues and transportation, and eager to offer the occasional espresso, Turkish delight sweets and coffee, and water. Rooms are air-conditioned.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erdogan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Harika

Çok naif kibar personeli var , konum süper Tavsiye ederim
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ali was wonderful! He gave us the most warm welcome possible! Hotel is in a great area surrounded by shopping and restaurants, as well as historic sites. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelente súper trato personal y además descuentos en la cafetería y en la tienda
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elemi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, and very welcoming since day one.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ARNEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff are very helpful and kind. The hotel is very accessible in all areas. Loads of restaurant. Walkable place from hotel to the tourist spot.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yasir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is absolutely amazing, it's basically right behind the Hagia Sophia, the walk takes about 3-5 mins. It's beautiful to be able to just hangout around the two iconic mosques at any given time especially with low crowds at certain times. The concierge, Ali, was extremely friendly, helpful and you can ask him for any guidance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

caroline torres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
C'est un hôtel très bien situé, près de Topkaki, de la mosquée bleue, de Ste Sophie et de la station de tram Sultanamet. Son principal atout c'est son personnel, accueillant, chaleureux et toujours à l'écoute. Merci à eux pour leurs bons conseils et l'attention portée à notre bon séjour.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend staying here as it's centrally located, just a short walk from the Sultanahmet tram station. There's also a supermarket on the next street. I will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel piccolo a gestione famigliare, molto pulito e personale assolutamente disponibile
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
💯
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024