Marmara Place Old City Hotel in Istanbul
✅ Breakfast described as delicious and generous, with a 10/10 rating and buffet on the 7th floor terrace offering views ✅ Location praised for proximity to metro and tram stations and being in a safe area ✅ Staff frequently mentioned as friendly, helpful, and professional, with specific names like Gulnara, Marina, and Fuat noted ✅ Rooms reported as spacious with comfortable beds and daily cleaning service ✅ Free bike rental and free parking appreciated by guests ❌ Several reviews point out issues with staff professionalism and customer service, including complaints about rudeness and unhelpfulness ❌ Noise from the main street and cigarette smell in rooms were noted by multiple guests ❌ Some guests found the hotel and facilities rundown or dated, especially the slow elevator ❌ Spa and sauna facilities criticized for limited hours and poor staff engagement ❌ Cleanliness concerns reported in some reviews, including dirty rooms and bathrooms
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Description
Marmara Place Old City Hotel is a four-star establishment located in Istanbul’s Fatih district, housed in a 7-floor building with 41 rooms. The hotel offers a range of deluxe room types including single, double, and triple accommodations, many of which are soundproof and non-smoking. Guests appreciate the hotel’s free WiFi, on-site restaurant and bar, sauna, and spa center. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/out, and free parking available. Breakfast is highly rated with a generous buffet served daily on the 7th floor terrace, offering city views. While some guests have noted the hotel is a bit dated with a slow elevator and occasional noise due to its main street location, many highlight the helpful and friendly staff and the hotel’s good value for budget travelers. Business travelers can utilize meeting facilities and a business center. Overall, the hotel balances comfort with convenience near Istanbul’s historic core.
Location
Located in Istanbul’s Fatih district on Mithat Paşa Street, Marmara Place Old City Hotel sits approximately 12 km from Istanbul Ataturk Airport and about 463 meters from the sea. The hotel is close to public transport, with metro and tram stations just a few minutes’ walk away, making it easy to reach major attractions. Nearby points of interest include the Istanbul University Rıdvan Çelikel Archaeology Museum (667 m), the II. Bayezid Turkish Bath Culture Museum (773 m), and the Church of St. Polyeuctus ruins (849 m). For dining outside the hotel, Langa Pastanesi restaurant is just 174 meters away. The hotel’s central position provides quick access to city sites and convenient transport links.
Tips
- Expect some street noise if you stay in rooms facing the main street; requesting a soundproof room may help.
- Bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper.
- Take advantage of the free bike rental to explore the area.
- Use the metro or tram nearby for easy access to Istanbul’s main attractions.
- If you plan to use the spa, check the operating hours in advance as sauna and hammam close early.
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: For all room types, cribs cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Option: Buffet Cuisine: Halal Opening hours: [Mon - Sun] 08:00-10:00 Open Contact the property to see if extra breakfast is available. If so, you can pay for it at 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: MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Private check-in/check-out
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Soundproof rooms
- Room service
- Fridge
- Family room
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- Safe (in room)
- Accessibility features
- Ironing
- Laundry
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Iron
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Diet menu (on request)
- Breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Restaurant (buffet style)
- Snack bar
- Vending machine
- Kitchen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free internet
- Shuttle
- Car rental
- Airport transportation
- German
- Russian
- English
- Tour assistance
- Library
- Bike rental
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Barbeque
- Beach/pool towels
- Fax and copy machine
- Conference Hall
- Cycling
- Yoga
- Massage
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Spa
- Hammam
- First Aid Kit
- Babysitting and childcare
- Children's playground
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
The distance to the sea is 460 meters
Street view
Video: Marmara Place Old City Hotel, İstanbul, Turkey | Geeta Travel Gallery
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Reviews
Big breakfast buffet to choose from.
Hemam and Sauna and it’s staff are so nice and welcoming, overall good hotel within budgete travelers.
I have stayed 4 nights there , they organised my tour to the sightseeing cruise and Aquarium.
A very generous breakfast buffet was included in the price, with plenty of options to choose from. The staff were friendly, and the room was cleaned regularly throughout our stay. Overall, I would recommend this hotel, especially for families looking for comfort and good value.
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Frequently asked questions about Marmara Place Old City Hotel
What types of rooms are available at Marmara Place Old City Hotel?
Room types include Deluxe room, Deluxe Single room, Deluxe Triple room, and Deluxe Double room.
Is breakfast included and what are the breakfast hours?
Breakfast is served as a buffet daily from 08:00 to 10:00. Additional breakfast fees are not included in the room price and must be paid at the hotel.
Does the hotel offer free parking and internet access?
Yes, the hotel offers free parking and free WiFi throughout the property.
Are pets or service animals allowed at this hotel?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed.
What spa facilities does the hotel have and are there any restrictions?
The hotel has a sauna and a hammam (Turkish bath), but the spa manager stated these facilities are only available during the day, not at night.
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