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Hotel Saint Sophia

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with restaurant, near Hagia Sophia

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Reception hall
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
For families
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
The price is CA $217
CA $243 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - 8 Jan 2025

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room (Grand)

Deluxe Room (Grand)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Alemdar Cad. 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34112

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

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 57 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 64 min drive
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 7 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 9 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 21 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 5 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 5 min walk
  • Sirkeci Station - 9 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Foodie-Ist Restaurant-Brasserie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Must Turkish Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Green Corner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sultan Mehmet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Matbah Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Saint Sophia

Hotel Saint Sophia offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include free bike rentals, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Gulhane Station is 5 minutes and Sultanahmet Station is 5 minutes.

Languages

English, Spanish, Turkish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 26 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2000
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Reception hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30.0 per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 22378

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

Does Hotel Saint Sophia offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Saint Sophia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Saint Sophia?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Saint Sophia?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Saint Sophia?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 65 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Saint Sophia?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Saint Sophia and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Hotel Saint Sophia also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Saint Sophia?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Saint Sophia like?
Hotel Saint Sophia is in Sultanahmet, a short 5-minute walk from Gulhane Station and 4 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia. The local area is considered walkable as well as being good for sightseeing.

Hotel Saint Sophia Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

Good Location, but Hotel Could Improve
The hotel is well located. The breakfast is excellent and the staff and friendly and helpful. However, the recommended restaurants are not very good, there was no or limited hot water and the local taxis booked by the hotel are not always reliable. I had one especially bad experience with a taxi driver who did not know where he was going and ended up charging more than double what he had quoted. I travel a lot internationally (every few weeks) and stay in many hotels all over the world. For a boutique hotel, the St. Sophia is good, but still needs considerable work to be great. If location is what you desire, then a great choice. Otherwise, there may be better value propositions elsewhere.
Rahul Varun, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location. Great referral to a guide!
The location in the old city made it a great choice. With a 5-minute walk to the Hagia Sophia, we were thrilled with its convenience. The room was spacious and comfortable for two friends to share. What added to the experience was the tour guide the hotel arranged for us to do a private tour. Not only did he know his stuff, turns out he trained many of the guides running group tours. I doubt we would have found such an exceptional guide on our own.
Peggy, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

John Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Excellent Location, Cramped Accomodations
The hotel's location is superb, the staff is terrific and the breakfast is excellent. However the rooms are very small and the showers are awkward and very slippery. We were unable to unpack our suitcases due to lack of space. If you are staying for 2 or 3 days, you will be fine. A shout out to the staff for arranging tours and assisting with logistics, as the hotel is in a no-drive zone. Have your taxi call the hotel and they will have someone meet you at the drop off to take you and your bags to the hotel.
James, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Constance, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Could not have been better!
We couldn't not fault this hotel and the staff. They are so friendly and helpful. They go above and beyond, more than at any other hotel I've stayed at. They literally cannot do enough for you. Breakfast was tasty and plentyful. Expectations were exceeded. The room was large with a nice large bathroom. The bed was extremely comfortable. Had the best hotel sleep ever. The perfect place to get immersed in the historic culture of Istanbul.
Adam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hana, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Right in the city center, easy access to all popular sites . Exceptional service and care by front desk, kitchen staff and bus boys .
Pulichimamveetil, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very attentive and efficient staff. All spoke English well. Room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Staff actually walked us to a wonderful restaurant! If I return to Istanbul I will definitely stay there again.
Robert, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff
melvin, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yuji, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Very friendly staff.
Christine, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel close to Ayia Sophia
The hotel was wonderful. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. The hotel staff was very helpful. The breakfast and food service was especially enjoyable.
Rebecca, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to the sightseeing attractions, nice staff. Just not accessible by car (need to walk up for around 1 block) and we can hear the pray from the mosques in the hotel room
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Recommend
Zhuang, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Marina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Jonathan, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent clean and ti friendly people the best thanks
Rodrigo, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ronald Dexter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location. The staff were very attentive and couldn’t do enough to help. Breakfast was spot on
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent small, friendly hotel. The staff are helpful and accommodating. The location could not be better. I stayed there 3 times already and will return.
Malgorzata, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, very helpful and attentive staff.
Mohammed, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Randall, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location - amazing staff
Location, you are a stone’s throw from the Hagia Soohia.Hotel staff were amazingly friendly. Greeted me with refreshing drink when I arrived to helping with bags to my room and the like. During my stay they were flexible with missing breakfast. Concierge desk were quite helpful with places to eat to local tourist spots. The room was clean. Staff always greeted with a smile.
Joshua, 3-night trip
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