Ottoman Elegance Hotel in Istanbul
✅ Consistently praised for its clean and comfortable rooms with cozy, city-view accommodations. ✅ The breakfast served on the terrace received multiple compliments as 'excellent' and 'generous and tasty'. ✅ Staff, including the manager Islam, are described as friendly, helpful, and multilingual, providing attentive service such as luggage assistance and taxi calls. ✅ Convenient location close to major attractions, with several reviewers noting the proximity to supermarkets and good local restaurants. ✅ Laundry services available for a fee, appreciated by guests staying longer. ❌ Some guests reported the absence or inefficiency of heating during winter, making rooms cold. ❌ The hotel has no elevator, which can be challenging for some visitors as it is housed in a historic building. ❌ A few guests mentioned issues with room lighting being too dim or conversely too bright in early morning due to thin curtains. ❌ There were isolated reports of booking problems and higher-than-expected prices, with one guest describing a negative experience at check-in. ❌ Slippers provided were criticized for poor quality.
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Description
Ottoman Elegance Hotel is a small boutique hotel located in the historic center of Istanbul, renovated in 2016. It occupies a three-story building with 22 rooms varying from Economy Triple rooms to Deluxe Double rooms with balconies. The hotel offers cozy and comfortable rooms with city views, some featuring balconies. Facilities include air conditioning, free WiFi, 24-hour front desk service, and laundry services. Breakfast is served daily on the terrace from 9:00 to 11:30. Despite its modest three-star rating, the hotel has earned a strong 9.2/10 from guests, praised for cleanliness, location, and attentive service. Note that the building has no elevator, and check-in starts at 14:00 with check-out by noon. Pets are not allowed, and payment can be made with major credit cards. This property is managed by a private host.
Location
The hotel is situated at Sehsuvar Bey Mah Donus Sk No 26, Istanbul, in the Sultanahmet district. It lies about 1.5 km from major landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Basilica Cistern, all reachable on foot. The nearest tram stop, Cemberlitas, is approximately a 10-minute uphill walk. A supermarket is within 3 minutes’ walking distance, and several local restaurants are found within 5 minutes. The hotel is 13 km from Istanbul Ataturk Airport and only 166 meters from the sea. Nearby cultural sites include the Mehmet Efendi Fountain, located 238 meters away.
Tips
- Expect some uphill walking to reach the tram station.
- If you are sensitive to temperature, bring extra layers in winter as heating might be insufficient.
- Request a room with a balcony for natural light and fresh air, but bring an eye mask or thicker curtains if you are sensitive to early morning light.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. 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: [Mon - Sun] 09:00-11:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid 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
- Managed by a private host: This property is managed by a private host. A private host refers to a party who rents one or more properties for purposes not related to their trade, business, or profession.
- Check in time: 13:00. Check out time: 12:00-12:30.
Services and facilities
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Smoking areas
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Terrace
- Express check-in
- Dryer
- Fire Extinguisher
- No elevators
- Allergy-free rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Soundproof rooms
- Family room
- TV
- Locker
- Safe (in room)
- Ironing
- Laundry
- Dry-cleaning
- Hairdryer (on request)
- Luggage storage
- Iron
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free internet
- Shuttle
- Russian
- English
- Parking nearby
- Free Parking on Premises
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets Not Allowed
The distance to the sea is 170 meters
Hotel view
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Reviews
The breakfast was also excellent!
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Frequently asked questions about Ottoman Elegance Hotel
What types of rooms are available at Ottoman Elegance Hotel?
The hotel offers Economy Triple room with city view; Standard Double room with city view; Comfort Triple room with city view; Deluxe Triple room with balcony and city view; Deluxe Double room with balcony and city view.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is served daily from 9:00 to 11:30 but is not included in the room price and must be paid separately at the hotel.
Does the hotel have an elevator?
No, the hotel is in a historic building without an elevator.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No, pets and service animals are not allowed at Ottoman Elegance Hotel.
How far is the hotel from the nearest tram stop?
The nearest tram stop, Cemberlitas, is about a 10-minute uphill walk from the hotel.
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Hotel prices for: June - July 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 69 USD The best time to book is June 30, with rates starting from 64 USD