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Ayasofya Hotel in Istanbul

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Turkey, Istanbul, Kucukayasofya Caddesi Demirci Resit Sokak No:14 Sultanahmet
● Center: 820 m
🌞 Sea - 4 min

Staff consistently described as friendly and helpful, with mentions of specific personnel like Maria, Murat, and Mehmet Central location within walking distance of major attractions such as Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Breakfast praised by multiple guests for variety and quality, described as 'really really good' and 'buffet breakfast with plenty of options' Rooms noted as clean and spacious by many reviewers Some guests appreciated the hotel’s flexibility, such as late check-out at no extra charge Several reviews mention that some rooms need renovation, with reports of worn bedding and poorly maintained air conditioning Breakfast variety is limited for vegetarians according to one review Lack of elevator caused inconvenience for guests carrying luggage to upper floors One critical review highlighted cleanliness issues and a less appealing neighborhood environment Wi-Fi quality was rated lower compared to other services
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Rooms and prices

2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
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Standard Double Basement room
Standard Double Basement room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
Beds:
178 USD
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Deluxe Double room
Deluxe Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
Beds:
213 USD
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Standard Double room
Standard Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
Beds:
240 USD
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Standard Triple room
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Standard Triple room
Private bathroom
Beds:
245 USD
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Deluxe Suite
Deluxe Suite
Private bathroom
Beds:
465 USD
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Deluxe Triple room with sea view
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Deluxe Triple room with sea view
Kitchen, wireless internet and air conditioning
Beds:
Kitchen in the room
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Deluxe Double room with sea view
Deluxe Double room with sea view
Kitchen, wireless internet and air conditioning
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Kitchen in the room
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Suite
Suite
Private bathroom
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Superior Suite
Superior Suite
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
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Description

Ayasofya Hotel is a four-star property established in 1995 and renovated in 2014, offering 25 rooms across three floors. It provides free Wi-Fi and parking, a breakfast hall serving a variety of buffet options including Western, Asian, and vegetarian dishes, and a terrace where guests can enjoy light snacks and cocktails in the evening. The hotel’s service includes currency exchange, laundry, concierge, and 24-hour front desk assistance. Though pets are not allowed, the hotel accommodates families with children in select rooms, with specific policies on cribs and extra beds. The rooms range from Standard to Deluxe and Suite categories, with some offering sea views. The hotel aims to blend comfort with convenience, located near key historic sites and offering a restaurant and bar on-site.

Location

Situated in Istanbul's Fatih district, Ayasofya Hotel is just 0.2 km from the Sokollu Mehmed Pasha Mosque, 0.4 km from the Column of Constantine, and 0.5 km from the Ancient Egyptian Obelisk. The property is approximately 13 km from Istanbul Atatürk Airport. The hotel is about a 5-minute walk to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, making it well-placed for sightseeing. Nearby cafés include Mavi Onur Guesthouse (164 m) and Hotel Alzer (208 m), with the Olive Istanbul restaurant 258 meters away. The Mehmet Efendi Fountain, an Ottoman-era landmark, lies only 122 meters from the hotel. The sea is also close, at about 277 meters distance.

Tips

  • If you plan to stay here, request a room recently renovated or one of the suites for better comfort.
  • Since the hotel lacks an elevator, pack light or ask for assistance with luggage.
  • Also, consider trying the breakfast buffet early as it offers a good variety, though vegetarian options may be somewhat limited.

Policies and conditions

  • Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
  • Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
  • Breakfast: Western, American, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Halal, Italian, Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian Buffet [Mon - Sun] 08:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
  • Deposit Policy: No deposit required by the property
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed
  • Service animals: Service animals are not allowed
  • Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
  • Paying at the hotel: UnionPay, AmericanExpress, MasterCard, DinersClub, Visa, JSB
  • Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:30.
2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
Age7+
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Services and facilities

General
  • ATM
  • Computer
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour reception
  • Elevator/lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Security guard
  • Newspapers
  • Ticket assistance
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Television in lobby
  • Terrace
  • Early check-in
  • Late check-out
  • Design hotel
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Doorman
  • Dryer
  • Patio
Rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Trouser press
  • Fridge
  • Family room
  • VIP room amenities
  • Cable TV
  • TV
  • Music system
  • Locker
  • Mosquito net
  • Safe (in room)
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access to bar
Services and amenities
  • Iron and board
  • Ironing
  • Laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Dry-cleaning
  • Shoe shine
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Telephone
  • Iron
Meals
  • Bar
  • Coffee/tea for guests
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Cafe
  • Restaurant
  • Restaurant (buffet style)
  • Packed Lunches
Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free internet
Transfer
  • Car rental
Languages Spoken
  • Spanish
  • German
  • Russian
  • English
  • Italian
  • Polish
Tourist services
  • Tour assistance
Recreation
  • Library
  • Suitable for Events
Business
  • Business center
  • Photocopy machines
  • Conference Hall
Sports
  • Fitness facilities
  • Gym
Beauty and wellness
  • First Aid Kit
  • Doctor on call
Kids
  • Children's playground
  • Family/Kid Friendly
Pets
  • Pets Not Allowed

The distance to the sea is 280 meters

Hotel view

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Reviews

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21.01.2026 Guest
Great stay! The room was clean and the staff were super friendly. Perfect location too—would recommend!
15.01.2026 Saad
Excellent service and friendly staff.
03.01.2026 Guest
Maria and Murat are very nice
15.12.2025 Guest
The hotel is located close to the sea, which is a big plus. The staff are quite friendly and helpful. However, the rooms are not in the best condition: they need renovation, and the bedding has seen better days. As for breakfast: it's very meager, there's practically nothing to eat.
05.02.2025 Guest
One of the best hotel in Istanbul,walking distance to major attraction,service from the staff to the manager are superb,high class service.Bfast was good,room are big & super clean! The manager even gave us a late check-out (4pm) with no charge!

Highly recommended hotel if u are in Istanbul,we will be coming back again if we are in Instanbul.
11.10.2024 Two
Good location with lovely new owners. The breakfast was really really good and home cooked !! Great stay I recommend.
11.10.2024 dlgnnu
booked room with friend, staffs are so helpful and nice, loved to be here
22.09.2024 MyNameIsEzy
Stayed for 3 night. Warmly greeted by Mehmet, the owner of the place. Booked 2 rooms and being upgrade to bigger room. Its a great hotel. Walking distance to all major attraction such as Blue mosque, Hagia Sophia, Grand bazaar. Surrounded by lots of restaurant. Hotel room was spacious and the things that excites me was the buffet breakfast. Eventhough the menu was almost the same everyday, but it has plenty of option. The variety makes my tummy happy 😆. Should I recommend this hotel to others? Definitely YES!
18.08.2024 ZeynepUzumlu
Very good hotel near every place for travel and good staf I like here
21.04.2024 Guest
Just 5 minute walk to Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofya
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POIs near hotel

attraction
Mehmet Efendi Fountain (2 min)
Ottoman-era public fountain representing traditional Islamic water architecture.
Tickets: Istanbul: Sand-Brewed Turkish Coffee Workshop in Sultanahmet, 9 EUR View
attraction
Serpent Column (4 min)
Ancient Greek bronze column from Delphi, relocated to Istanbul by Constantine I, featuring intertwined serpent heads.
Tickets: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia: Guided Tour, 56 EUR View
museum
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (4 min)
Displays Ottoman carpets, calligraphy, ceramics, and manuscripts spanning Islamic art history.
Tickets: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia: Guided Tour, 56 EUR View
museum
Cistern of Philoxenos (6 min)
Byzantine-era underground water cistern with 16 columns, providing water supply to medieval Istanbul.
Tickets: Istanbul Whirling Dervishes Ceremony: Entry Ticket, 20 EUR View
museum
TGC Press Media Museum (7 min)
Museum chronicling Turkish printing and media history through artifacts and exhibitions on journalism.
Tickets: Cemberlitas Hammam Istanbul: Historical Bath Experience, 90 EUR View

Cafe and Restaurants near hotel

restaurant
Cafe «Mavi Onur Guesthouse» (2 min)
Küçük Ayasofya Mh., Küçük Ayasofya Cd. No:22, 34122
restaurant
Cafe «Hotel Alzer» (3 min)
Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:72, 34122 Sultanahmet/Fatih/Fatih/İstanbul
Reviews
18.05.2025 Iph
I had an absolutely wonderful experience at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. The service was impeccable, the rooms were spotless and beautifully decorated, and every detail was thoughtfully taken care of.

The location was perfect, the amenities were top-notch, and the overall atmosphere was both relaxing and luxurious. I can confidently say this was one of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had. Highly recommended – I will definitely be coming back!
12.05.2025 Maryam
I stayed at this hotel with my father for 7 days. The location is impeccable. We stayed in one of the rooms facing the hippodrome and it was really worth it. The breakfast was also very good and varied and the view was just wonderful. But the best part of this hotel was its kind, professional and friendly staff. Everyone, from the ladies who prepared breakfast, to the house keepers, to the receptionists, were all extremely warm and friendly. Mr. Mesut, the manager was incredibly helpful and gave us a lot of good guidance on what to do and see. He was really polite, kind nad professional. I can't say enough about how welcome him and his team made us feel. Next time we are in Istanbul, we will do our best to book a room with them again. 5 stars.
20.03.2025 Rosario
small and nice hotel very central, easy to get around in every part of the city. the staff is polite and kind I was in Istanbul for work and a bit of vacation I managed to do both without problems. they recommended me a place not very touristy and very Turkish and I was able to play a bit.. thank
you very much next time
01.03.2025 Clokzer
Very safe hotel , with a great location, i was very comfortable living in it because its beside a police station.

Negatives :
- elevator is too small , it can take 3 maximum without the bags
- breakfast is not varied, repeated , everyday the same food, with a very very small changes
- food is too expensive, i bought a Sandwich for 600TL

Positives :
- Ali is a great guy , helped me a lot , i hope for him a good day
- staff is very cooperative and friendly thanks to them
- the hotel takes the customer reviews seriously

Best 7 days in Istanbul, thanks to 1207 hotel.
16.02.2025 Faraz
What can I say about this hotel, pure hospitality and a must stay when your in Istanbul. Take it from me the service is special especially Mehmut and Sena who always greet you and take care of you whenever you need. Sena especially well done! The breakfast is fresh whenever you need no matter what time you get up. If you need a top up a fresh portion it will be made for you.
restaurant
Restaurant «Olive Istanbul» (4 min)
Küçük Ayasofya Mh., 34122 Fatih/İstanbul

Frequently asked questions about Ayasofya Hotel

What room types are available at Ayasofya Hotel?

The hotel offers Standard Triple room, Standard Double room, Standard Double Basement room, Deluxe Triple room with sea view, Deluxe Double room, Deluxe Double room with sea view, Suite, Superior Suite, and Deluxe Suite.

Is breakfast included and what types are offered?

Breakfast is served from 08:00 to 10:00 in a buffet style with Western, American, Asian, Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Halal, Italian, Kosher, Vegan, and Vegetarian options. Additional breakfast fees must be paid at the property.

Does the hotel allow pets or service animals?

Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ayasofya Hotel.

How close is Ayasofya Hotel to major Istanbul landmarks?

It is within walking distance: 0.2 km from Sokollu Mehmed Pasha Mosque, 0.4 km from the Column of Constantine, 0.5 km from the Ancient Egyptian Obelisk, and about a 5-minute walk to both Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

Are there any accessibility features like elevators in the hotel?

According to guest reviews, the hotel does not have an elevator, which may be inconvenient for guests with heavy luggage.

Hotel prices for: August - September 2026 calendar

The average hotel price this month is 147 USD The best time to book is August 12, with rates starting from 118 USD

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