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Water view
Lobby sitting area
Imperial Suite
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Laundry

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Kucukayasofya Mah., Sehit Mehmet Pasa yokusu, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122
  • Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Hagia Sophia
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Basilica Cistern
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Istanbul (IST)
    ‪39 min drive‬
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Economy Double or Twin Room on the Basement Floor - No View

Economy Double or Twin Room on the Basement Floor - No View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Suite

Queen Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Room Sea View

Superior Room Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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Imperial Suite

Imperial Suite

  • 39.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

Classic Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Arena Hotel - Special Class

Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Blue Mosque
Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, spa services, and 24-hour room service.
Arena Hotel - Special Class offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Arena Hotel - Special Class. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Sultanahmet Square. You'll find features like free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus a full-service spa.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Treat yourself to massages, facials, or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern
  • Airport, train station, and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
Arena Hotel - Special Class offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business center, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Spa services, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Arena Hotel - Special Class. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a beach shuttle, and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Delight Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Delight Restaurant & Bar - Onsite pub. Open select days.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

English, Russian, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (TRY 150 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site (TRY 150 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Delight Restaurant
  • Delight Restaurant & Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

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

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1995
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, 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 and service animals are not allowed at Arena Hotel - Special Class

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 1400 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Self parking fee: TRY 150 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: TRY 150 per day (49 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Arena Hotel - Special Class offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and train station (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 8146
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Arena Hotel Special Class Istanbul
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Arena Hotel - Special Class Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 129 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kurt, Wset Jordan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very close to everything. Staff was super helpful and enjoyed our stay. We were able to walk everywhere from the hotel or close to the metro for our longer excursions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The breakfast was excellent, offering a wide variety of fresh and delicious options. The staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help, making the experience even more enjoyable. The location was perfect—close to multiple shops and restaurants, making it easy to explore the area. Highly recommend for a comfortable and convenient stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dongho

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like Arena, caring staff, easy to get everywhere, a few min from Sultan Hamed square, definitely will stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

2 night stay

Nice stay and friendly staff. Great walkable area. Only issue was that the TV didn’t work but other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shavkat

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

Cozy place to stay

Friendly and helpful stuff, peaceful atmosphere, quiet and amazing place to stay both with friends and family. Close to public transportation and delicious Turkish food, Mosque Aya Sofia, Laleni, etc
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAMZI

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

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

Great place to stay

It’s in convenient location. Room was spotless and comfortable. Very quiet. Breakfast was good including for some North American travellers such as eggs and sausages.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wenjing

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

lovely hotel

very friendly staff, great location, perfect breakfast. Safe and peace place. we would like go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean,tidy and seemed qell run and efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not as per photos

It as very disappointed to see that the room and common areas are not at all the same as shown in the pictures shared in hotels.com. Breakfast is not great quality and do have some varieties. The staff are fine and polite. Overall the building is old and shabby.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel -it was once a private home and is very quaint. The staff couldn't have been more helpful - both before we arrived with advice in email and when we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot close to Sultanhmet Square. There is mosque quite close so you hear the call to prayer several times. We enjoyed but some may not. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katsiaryna

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Humera

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly. Rooms are ok and hotel is located walking distance from everything. But there were alot of constructions nearby. It was veri difficult to get uber.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Altan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great environments with surroundings!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vishal

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Abdelilah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and cleanliness were superb. The are is convenient but not recommended if you have knee problems otherwise the staff is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent

Awesome hotel, extremely friendly staff and very safe. Close to everything. We love it and will go back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Qazi Sadeq ur

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024