Ferman Hotel Old City -Special Category in Istanbul
✅ Guests frequently praise the hotel's excellent location within walking distance to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. ✅ The rooftop restaurant offers stunning panoramic views and is well regarded for delicious breakfasts. ✅ Staff are described as friendly and helpful, with specific mentions of Selçuk, Hilmi, and Furkan for exceptional service. ✅ Rooms are consistently noted as clean and comfortable in multiple reviews. ✅ Free Wi-Fi and parking are appreciated amenities. ❌ One guest reported disappointment with room assignment, receiving a first-floor room without the requested higher floor or view and refusal to change it. ❌ A safety concern was raised regarding a small Turkish bath recommended by the hotel, involving issues with mixed-gender baths and management.
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Description
Ferman Hotel Old City - Special Category is a four-star hotel constructed in 2008 and renovated in 2011, located in Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet district. The hotel offers 24 bright and comfortable rooms, ranging from Economy Rooms to Suites with balconies and sea views. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a restaurant on-site. The hotel also features amenities such as a sauna and massage services. Families will appreciate the availability of baby cots upon request, although pets are not allowed. The building stands seven stories high and accepts major credit cards including American Express and Visa. Check-in starts at 14:00 and checkout is by noon.
Location
Situated at Amiral Tafdil Sk. No: 23 in the Cankurtaran neighborhood, Ferman Hotel is 100 meters from the Blue Mosque and 300 meters from Hagia Sophia. Topkapi Palace is 400 meters away, while Sultanahmet Square is within 500 meters. The Grand Bazaar lies 1.2 kilometers away, and Taksim Square is about 3 kilometers from the hotel. For travelers arriving by air, Istanbul Atatürk Airport is 14 kilometers away, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport is 30 kilometers distant. The hotel is also near notable landmarks like the Serpent Column (414 meters) and Milion (454 meters).
Tips
- Book your room well in advance and specify your preferences for floor and view to avoid room assignment issues.
- Take advantage of the rooftop restaurant for breakfast with panoramic views.
- For visiting the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, the hotel’s location allows easy walking access, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
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, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:30-10:30 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: Visa, MasterCard
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Public parking
- Valet parking
- Car rentals
- Shuttle service
- Priority airport pick-up
- Airport shuttle pick-up
- Airport shuttle drop-off
- Station pick-up service
- Taxi booking service
- Bicycle rental
- Restaurant
- Lockers available
- Concierge service
- VIP check-in service
- Express check-in and check-out
- Safe at front desk
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up call
- Currency exchange
- Tour and ticket booking service
- Bar
- Alcohol-free rooms (on request)
- Room service
- Gym
- Massage room
- Sauna
- Gaming area
- No smoking in public areas
- Smoking area
- Water purifier
- Elevator
- Vending machines
- Dry cleaning
- Ironing service
- Clothes dryer
- Laundry service (on-site)
- Postal service
- Multi-function room
- Fax/copying service
- Conference room
- Business center
- Intruder alarm
- Smoke detector
- CCTV in public areas
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Security personnel
The distance to the sea is 210 meters
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Reviews
Special mention to a very young staff Hilmi for being so helpful and with polite manner. Keep it up!
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Frequently asked questions about Ferman Hotel Old City -Special Category
What types of rooms does Ferman Hotel Old City offer?
The hotel offers Economy Room; Suite With Balcony And Sea View; Superior Double Room; Superior Double Room With Sea View; Superior Family Room With City View; Superior Triple Room, 1 King Bed With Sofa Bed; Superior Triple Room With Sea View; Superior Family Room With Sea View; Suite With Balcony And City View; Annex Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View; Annex Deluxe Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms, City View.
Is breakfast included and what are the breakfast hours?
Breakfast is served as a buffet from 07:30 to 10:30 daily. Additional breakfast fees are not included in the room price and must be paid at the hotel.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed at Ferman Hotel Old City.
Does the hotel have facilities for children?
Children can stay in some rooms, and baby cots are available upon request. Extra beds cannot be added.
How far is the hotel from the nearest airport?
Istanbul Atatürk Airport is approximately 14 kilometers from the hotel, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport is about 30 kilometers away.
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Hotel prices for: August - September 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 125 USD The best time to book is August 21, with rates starting from 104 USD