Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

5 stars
Piyer Loti Cad No. 15, Istanbul, 34122
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.4
out of 5
28 reviews
Very nice, convenient spot in the center of Old City Istanbul

The Hotel Sultanhan is very conveniently located just off the main thoroughfare of Sultanahmet,... See full review

  • Sharon Travel Maven
  • 29 Nov 2012
A Fine Hotel

Located on a relatively quiet street in the heart of the old city. The hotel is an ideal base for... See full review

  • UmbrellaLA
  • 25 Sep 2012
Istanbul hotel with Seljuk and Ottoman details and riverside restaurant
Dramatic Seljuk and Ottoman architectural details abound at the centrally located Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul, which is near the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar. A columned lobby -- replete with silk curtains -- gives way to property highlights that include a riverside restaurant, a lounge serving aperitifs, a concierge desk, a sauna and a Turkish hammam. Meanwhile, single, double and triple rooms are available with amenities such as parquet wood flooring, oversize cable TVs, laptop-size safes and complimentary wireless Internet access.
Highlights
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access in guest rooms
  • Central location, within walking distance of the Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar and Yerebatan Cistern
  • Sauna and Turkish hammam for 12
Rooms
All air-conditioned guest rooms at the Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul have one queen or two twin beds or one queen and one twin bed. Features include sofa beds in separate sitting areas, satellite TVs, laptop-size safes, direct-dial telephones and complimentary wireless Internet access as well as bathroom telephones, showers with handheld showerheads, bathrobes, slippers and hair-dryers. Room service is available 24 hours a day, and housekeeping is provided daily at the Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul.
Features
Eye-catching Seljuk and Ottoman architectural details grace the Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul, where the lobby is adorned with historic relics more than 150 years old. The property houses a terrace restaurant, a lounge, a sauna and a Turkish hammam, all within walking distance of some of the most revered sightseeing. Guest-friendly services include a doctor on call, dry cleaning and laundry services, plus parking, 24-hour room service and babysitting. Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul also has a tour desk to assist guests.
Transportation
  • Ataturk International Airport (8.2 mi/13.2 km)
Attractions
  • Grand Bazaar (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
  • Basilica Cistern (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
  • Archaeological Museum (0.6 mi/1 km)
  • Suleymaniye Mosque (0.7 mi/1.1 km)
  • Galata Bridge (0.9 mi/1.4 km)
  • Istanbul University (1.2 mi/1.9 km)
  • Dolmabahce Palace (2.6 mi/4.2 km)
  • Istanbul Congress Center (2.9 mi/4.6 km)
Business
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access

Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul Rooms

Deluxe Double
The room offers 1 queen or 2 single beds with Air conditioning, Bathrobe, Bathroom amenities, Cable/Satellite TV, Color TV, Ensuite/Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Heating, Internet access, Iron/Ironing board, Laundry service, Mini bar, Non-smoking rooms, Room service, Safe in room, Telephone.
Deluxe Triple
The room offers 1 queen + 1 single bed with Air conditioning, Bathrobe, Bathroom amenities, Cable/Satellite TV, Color TV, Ensuite/Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Heating, Internet access, Iron/Ironing board, Laundry service, Mini bar, Non-smoking rooms, Room service, Safe in room, Telephone.
Deluxe Single
The room offers 1 queen or 2 single beds with Air conditioning, Bathrobe, Bathroom amenities, Cable/Satellite TV, Color TV, Ensuite/Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Heating, Internet access, Iron/Ironing board, Laundry service, Mini bar, Non-smoking rooms, Room service, Safe in room, Telephone.

Amenities

  • FREE buffet breakfast
  • FREE internet
  • Airport shuttle
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
Air conditioned
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Elevators
Activities
Spa services
Dining
FREE buffet breakfast
Bar/Lounge
Room service
Services
Laundry service
Doctor on call
Currency exchange
Internet
FREE internet
Transportation
Airport shuttle
Room
Cable or sat. TV

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Hotel Map

41.0075 28.9727
Area served
Istanbul.
Nearby airports
Ataturk International Airport.
Area description
By Air: From Ataturk International Airport 12km. Taxis are readily available to take you to Sultanahmet.

Nearby points of interest

  • Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi): 0.2 km
  • Blue Mosque: 0.4 km
  • Kucuk Ayasofya Camii (Church of the Saints Sergius and Bacchus): 0.5 km
  • Kapali Carsi: 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia: 0.6 km
  • Basilica Cistern: 0.7 km
  • Galata Bridge: 0.8 km
  • Archaeology museum: 0.8 km
  • Hodjapasha Cultural Center: 0.9 km
  • Istanbul Archaeology Museum (Arkeoloji Muzesi): 0.9 km
  • Fatih Mosque and Complex (Fatih Camii ve Kulliyesi): 0.9 km
  • Topkapi Palace: 1.1 km
  • Miniaturk: 1.5 km
  • Bosphorus Strait: 1.6 km
  • Galata Tower: 2.1 km
  • Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi): 0.2 km
  • Blue Mosque: 0.4 km
  • Kucuk Ayasofya Camii (Church of the Saints Sergius and Bacchus): 0.5 km
  • Kapali Carsi: 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia: 0.6 km
  • Basilica Cistern: 0.7 km
  • Galata Bridge: 0.8 km
  • Archaeology museum: 0.8 km
  • Hodjapasha Cultural Center: 0.9 km
  • Istanbul Archaeology Museum (Arkeoloji Muzesi): 0.9 km
  • Fatih Mosque and Complex (Fatih Camii ve Kulliyesi): 0.9 km
  • Topkapi Palace: 1.1 km
  • Miniaturk: 1.5 km
  • Bosphorus Strait: 1.6 km
  • Galata Tower: 2.1 km
  • Istanbul Modern Museum: 2.3 km
  • Suleymaniye Mosque: 3.7 km
  • Kariye Museum (The Chora Church): 3.9 km
  • Dolmabahce Palace: 4.2 km
  • Rahmi M. Koc Museum: 4.4 km
  • Eyup Sultan Mosque (Eyup Sultan Camii): 5.4 km
  • Yildiz Park: 5.8 km
  • Ortakoy: 6.3 km
  • The Bosphorus Bridge: 7.8 km
  • Rumeli Fortress: 11.5 km
  • Sakip Sabanci Museum: 12.3 km
  • Emirgan Park: 13.1 km
  • Istanbul Aquarium: 15.4 km

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1300
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (28)

Ratings and reviews for Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Overall score

4.4 / 5
28 out of 28
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.9
Value:
4

96% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Happy March Hare
London
1 May 2013

A delightful escape.

We were overall pleasantly satisfied with the hotel and our surroundings but were disappointed that the 'Hammam' was under renovation.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

The Grand and Spice Bazaars.

Review of Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Reviewer score

4
SSBB
S
28 Mar 2013

Perfect Location

The hotel is located in a quiet spot in the centre of the old city of Istanbul about midway between the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet) and Grand Bazaar. Best method of arrival is by Metro then tram (T1) from the airport disembarking at Cemberlitas. Recommended.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Cistern

Review of Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Reviewer score

4
Last Ottoman
Belgium
11 Mar 2013

Great location in old city

Best thing about this hotel is its location. Next door to the Grand Bazaar and 5 min from Blue Mosque, Haja Sophia, Topkapi Palace. No gym or other services to speak of. Overpriced but convenient if you want to be in the area. Took 4 taxis and non new it by name so make sure you have the address and phone number with you.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Reviewer score

5
Sharon Travel Maven
Moscow, Russia
29 Nov 2012

Very nice, convenient spot in the center of Old City Istanbul

The Hotel Sultanhan is very conveniently located just off the main thoroughfare of Sultanahmet, Istanbul's "old city". The staff are very friendly and helpful and competent. The bed was very comfortable, the shower was good and hot and the room was comfortable with the French door kept open. The location near a tram stop and within easy walking distance of all the major sites was perfect. It is pricey compared to many hotels in this area, but you definitely get what you pay for. I would stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Not Applicable

Buy an "IstanbulKart" the plastic smart card for public transportation at the airport or transport terminal. We put 50 lira on it and used it the whole time for buses, trams, metro and ferry boats which saved us a ton of money on taxis and time not buying separate transit tokens every trip.

Review of Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Reviewer score

5
UmbrellaLA
Los Angeles
25 Sep 2012

A Fine Hotel

Located on a relatively quiet street in the heart of the old city. The hotel is an ideal base for exploring the historic mosques and bazaars. Clean, well appointed rooms, excellent breakfasts on the scenic rooftop terrace. The staff is generous with their time giving directions and making arrangements. We would suggest rooms on the higher floors many of which have views of the Bosperous and are quieter than lower floors.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Reviewer score

4
gugu
philadelphia
5 Jul 2012

special girl's trip

generally excellent needed a better hairdryer better computer to borrow too

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Reviewer score

4
PALBE
St Louis, MO, USA
8 Jan 2012

Historic Tour

The hotel is in an excellent location for touring the nearby sites. The staff was very accommodating and nice.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Haga Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Basilica Cistern

Review of Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Reviewer score

4
Independent traveler
Morristown NJ
5 Dec 2011

Great location

Location on small street with no through traffic (one way in and way out) close to all sites in Euro side and tram one block away to travel to other parts of city. Breakfast selection outstanding and staff more attentive than the best US 4 star hotels. Room with heat turned off was still on the warm side . Can't say this was an economic bargain but their was value for dollars paid.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Shopping tip: Not Applicable

Through out the city are small design boutiques selling metal bowls/jewelry/clothing/turkish towels of superior quality than the Grand Bazaar which is really only good for the experience of sight seeing.

Review of Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Reviewer score

3
Phxbear1
Phoenix, AZ, USA
5 Nov 2011

Average Hotel- NOTHING SPECIAL

VERY small room- minute with a small bed for 2. Hotel staff tried to assist us but English was not good. Bathtub needed fresh grout- towels gray and dingy. I would not recommend this hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
2
Review of Sultanhan Hotel Istanbul

Reviewer score

4
Pasha
New Orleans LA USA
21 Oct 2011

Wonderful Istanbul

The Sultanhan Hotel is well located in Sultanahmet, just a block from the tram stop. The roof dining room offers a wonderful view of the city and the Bosporus. The staff was very pleasant and helpful and arranged pick-up for us at Ataturk Airport. I would certainly stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
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