AHC Ayasofya Hotel

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2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Exterior
Lobby
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

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Piyerloti Cad. No: 1, Sultanahmet - Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double or Twin room + 1 Additional Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double Room with Jacuzzi and Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double Room With Jacuzzi And Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

AHC Ayasofya Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and 24-hour room service.
AHC Ayasofya Hotel offers 36 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 82-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at AHC Ayasofya Hotel . During your stay, you'll be connected to a shopping center, and just a quick walk from Grand Bazaar. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception, plus 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy international cuisine with ocean views at Roof Restaurant, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Treat yourself to detox wraps, Swedish massages, or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Theodosius Cistern and 5 minutes by foot from Grand Bazaar
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
AHC Ayasofya Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury AHC Ayasofya Hotel . An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Roof Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Terrace Pub Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Loti Cafe & Bar - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: TRY 1,050 for adults and TRY 950 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Loti Cafe & Bar
  • Roof Restaurant
  • Terrace Pub Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • 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
  • Area rugs in room
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1958
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 82-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at AHC Ayasofya Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for TRY 1300.0 per night.

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately TRY 1050 for adults and TRY 950 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 1930 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TRY 1930 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TRY 1300.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, 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
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
AHC Ayasofya Hotel offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 10809
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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Pierre Loti
Loti Hotel
Pierre Loti Hotel
Pierre Loti Hotel Special Class
Pierre Loti Hotel Special Class Istanbul
Pierre Loti Special Class
Pierre Loti Special Class Istanbul

AHC Ayasofya Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 452 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 371 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tahmina Aktar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, staff were sooo friendly, amazing location walking distance to a lot of attractions
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Apinya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location right next to the tram station, close to all the main attractions, and with easy access to plenty of great restaurants. The entire staff is very friendly and treats guests like family. Special thanks to the receptionists—Timur and Yunus—who are incredibly helpful and offer excellent hospitality. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Apinya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful— housekeeping, porters, waiters, and receptionists alike. The service was amazing! I don’t remember everyone’s names, but Semih, Yunus, and Timeh were particularly great. Fantastic location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Parviz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We use this hotel when we travel to Istanbul, it’s nice hotel, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Hotel and Staff in all aspects ! 100% recommend !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my 4th time staying at this hotel. Everything is very conveniently located & the staff is very friendly & helpful. Will definitely be staying here again, if I visit Istanbul again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel location was amazing, staff were extremely helpful and always smiling
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Parviz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We like this hotel very much, and have stayed there, however this trip was a bit different.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mir

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

Lovely hotel

Great hotel, very central.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, friendly helpful staff. Great breakfasts buffet. Beautiful rooms with comfortable beds. The location is perfect, central and easily walkable to many sites in Sultan Ahmet. I've stayed here many times.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very convenient for us. Close proximity to the ferry, train, sightseeing places and shopping(Bazzars).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, convenient to everything, transportation, clean nice breakfast buffet
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Zaahid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent stay in friendly hoyel

Excellent stay in the heart of Istanbul. The hotel staff were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saqib

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and above average service . Rates are amazing and staff is amazing .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service, attentive and helpful staff
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vural

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , staff very helpfull and acomadating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gurpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Afroza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay the room was clean and cozy, staff were really helpful and polite and it was great to be walking distance from everything around us
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with access to metro and shopping places
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, nice patio and breakfast area
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Selina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, next to all the main attractions, hotel staff were lovely and bedroom was made every night
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Once again had a wonderful stay at Pierre Loti/Aya Sofia hotel. The hotel is situated right in the heart of Sultanahmet. Amazing panorama from Roof restaurant. Bistro restaurant also very good food and well placed. Reception staff were very helpful and knowledgeable. We didnt get his name but the guy on during rhe day was brilliant. I have been here .many times and will hopefully return soon
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, amazing rooftop restaurant, nice breakfast buffet, nice room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
liked the location and the staff would return again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent hotel, so friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024