Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul, Istanbul

Great location and nice facilities. Generally speaking, friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and one of the best rooftop restaurants (that’s where breakfast is served too) in town. I was initially given a room on Floor 2... which had not much of a view and the bathroom smelled like sewage at times (which was mentioned in other reviews). Just when I was about to go to bed on the first night (around 11pm), I saw a man peeping in to hotel windows from the top of the wall by the hotel, which is street level at the other side of the wall. I was quite scared and took photos and videos of the incident and shared with hotel staff first thing in the morning (probably should have called the police right away, but it was my first time in Istanbul and the area, I was just shocked and pulled my curtains closed). The hotel changed me to another room the next day (Floor 5)... much better view and no smell of sewage in the bathroom. The restaurant on the top floor of the hotel is the best thing about staying there. Good food, reasonable price and great service, especially from the head of service team. Best view in town.... highly recommended. Just don’t stay on the second floor (photo of the incident outside room 206 window included).

Everything are great here ,the location ,breakfast ,view and staff are wonderful

Location was great which was a very short walking distance from Sultanahmet square. The room however was cold with air con units not working and staff not knowing how to change that. Breakfast was also very basic and only good thing was the view from the top. Stayed one night which was more than enough for me.

The location is good

Great location, new hotel, staff very polite and friendly.

Service was good, location was perfect the only thing I would complain is the smell from the bathroom was bad, maybe they need to change plumbing or something

My wife and I absolutely loved our stay at the Arcadia Blue Hotel in Istanbul! Just a five minute walk to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, a ten minute walk to the Grand Bazaar and just a two minute walk to fabulous shops, restaurants and tram station. We stayed in a corner suite (601) which had an amazing view of the blue mosque and the ocean. To be honest, all of the sea view rooms have amazing views! The rooms are a decent size and the bed was extremely comfortable. Room and turndown service was exceptional. The breakfast which is included is absolutely fabulous and the views from the 9th floor restaurant and bar are incredible! They also have an outside patio seating area. The staff were amazing and so incredibly helpful (especially Cenal and a young bellhop who’s name I do not recall) They are happy to reserve tours and transfers to and from the airport which we recommend. A one way airport transfer in a spacious Mercedes minivan cost €50. This is one of those five star hotels where the answer is yes to every question. We highly recommend the Artemis Blue Hotel and would definitely stay there again! Steve & Corinne.

I booked Hotel Arcadia Blue based on the photos of the hotel. I booked a seaview room and it was well worth it. We were put on the highest room floor (8th, restaurant is on 9th) and had an amazing view of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. The staff are incredibly friendly and on my birthday brought me cupcakes during breakfast and played a Happy Birthday song over the intercom. Such a nice surprise. I highly recommend this hotel, especially if it is your first visit to Istanbul!

1. Location - Very close to local attractions...easy walking distance. Surrounded by shopping experiences, restaurants and confectionery stores. 2. Service - Very good service especially from Can and Emre. We were upgraded to a beautiful room overlooking the sea and from then on, whatever we wanted was for the asking. The service and 'smile quotient' at the restaurant was not so great. We were made to hurry in ordering dinner rather rudely. 3. Maintenance- Overall very good except for 1 plumbing issue. It would have been great to have it resolved that day . Unfortunately, there are no maintenance people in the eve/ night. 4. Food - They have a beautiful restaurant on the top floor affording a panoramic view of the city. The food choices are limited ( lunch and dinner ) bu taste good. The breakfast is fabulous. 5. Cleanliness - Squeaky clean and beautifully done up.

It's such a busy hotel and that's a for a good reason! One of the great mid-range hotels we have ever been to. The check-in was fast, the staffs were extremely friendly and accommodating. I repeat the staffs were really really great. A round applause for them, please! We got one of the best rooms with great views of Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque. The bed was comfy and the restroom also great. We had a great buffet breakfast at the rooftop restaurant along with enjoying great views. I think the location of this hotel is the best in Istanbul with the iconic structures at a walking distance. I would like to recommend this hotel for Couples, and Business travelers.