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Reviews of Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category 4 stars

Divanyolu Cad. No:68 Sultanahmet / Fatih / ISTANBUL, Fatih, 34110 Istanbul, Turkey

#320 of 2,464 hotels in Istanbul

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 924 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    8.0
    good for money.. nice breakfast.. helpful staff.. clean hotel..definitely will come back
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    shower screen has been removed from the shower area.. this makes the floor all wet

    walking distance to all places nearby old city centre.. we just walk less than 10 mins to blue mosque for fajr prayers

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    9.0
    Perfect location and really helpful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was the best. Just a 5 minute walk to Sultanahmet square, blue mosque and hagia sophia. Staff were extremely helpful with our daily itinerary. They provided and followed up on various options for daily tours and activities. The breakfast that was complementary was really good too. Great value for money.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (4 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything is great. It's my second time there, and i will always recommend it for anyone

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2023

    8.0
    Perfect location , nice staff , good food in Farros restaurant and good breakfast .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Abit noisy

    Perfect location

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stuff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 December 2023

    10
    Best location in Istanbul
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The location is brilliant as there are many shops, restaurents and major tourist attractions nearby! The tour bus, trams and taxi rank are also near the hotel. The staff went above and beyond to help me, when it came to organising taxis that wouldn't rip me off and sightseeing they were really helpful. Possibly one of the most consistent and helpful staff I have met on my travels. If they didn't know an answer to my questions they would get one as soon as possible. The food and drinks are good, everything is fresh and the building itself is very well kept and kept in line with the vernacular of its era and location.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    Great location for tourist.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Corner Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Internet connectivity for guest. Improve variety for breakfast

    Location is good

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    10
    Friendly hotel staff and the best location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everyone at the hotel were so friendly especially Jacob. I felt very well cared for.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    9.0
    Lovely little hotel in a perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The room is not too big. The lights in the room could be brighter and the hairdryer could be stronger though. And the lift is quite tiny.

    Faros Hotel is at the perfect location at the Old City within walking distance of tourist attractions such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Mosque and others. It is just a few minutes walk away from the Tram which is so convenient! The staff at Faros Hotel are all so lovely. Special thanks to Jacob who helped me in any way he could. There was a problem with my hotel airport car, and due to this, the hotel had upgraded my room to a room with balcony. Jacob who also helped provide me with information on tours and helped booked me a show which I wanted to watch. The hotel also has lovely breakfast choices from breads, many types of cheeses, salads, eggs and cakes. It was lovely.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Excellent staff, very kind and supportive

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    9.0
    We spent to nights here. Welcome was friendly and they upgraded our room. We enjoyed the breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great breakfast, very comfortable room. Shower superb. The location was great easy walking distance to Sultanahmet Square.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were lovely. Location was perfect. Anything we needed was brought to us right away

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You can hear and feels the tran.

    Walking distance to a lot of place of interest.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff were so friendly and helpful I will definitely be returning.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    8.0
    For location, sightseeing,dinning, and shopping, Faros Old City Hotel is the right choice to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Central location of the old city with lots of scenic places within walking distance. Amazing! Excellent locations for shopping and dining. City is full of excitement and activities. Local people are very nice ,friendly though most of them do not understand English ,they do try to help and assist anyhow. That really makes travellers feel comfortable. The Faros Old City has provided a wonderful breakfast that I haven’t tried from the other hotels before though the place is little and old fashioned. Yet l really enjoyed staying in that surrendering. Staffs are nice and helpful! Excellent!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    9.0
    Nice short stay in Fatih Istanbul
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (4 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    WiFi is not reliable.

    Location near to historical places walking distance. Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    I like all the services in the hotel, and I want to thank Mr. Mourad and Demir Yusuf for the welcome and everything they do to make me feel comfortable.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2023

    9.0
    I will definitely recommend this hotel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Manage from the breakfast seems not welcome hotel guest. He gave us instant coffee instead of machine made.

    Perfect location to explore old town! Reception Murat is very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2023

    10
    Istanbul was well worth the 2 day layover, at the end of trip. We wished we had extended our stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The toilet seats and shower. The boat tour guide dropped us off a distance from the hotel and we got lost (in the rain). Would have preferred guidance back to the hotel.

    Exceptional service. Complementary buffet breakfast. Great location. Affordable. Accommodations were adequate, but the service over compensated.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to all amenities

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    9.0
    I will stay here for all of my trips to Istanbul
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Everything was great! No complaints.

    Staff, location, breakfast and room was amazing.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 November 2023

    10
    At the heart of the city, comes this gem of a hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing about this hotel which I didn’t like.

    Everything about the place was nothing short of fabulous. For a budget friendly space, this hotel is in a great location, offers great outdoor food, some spectacular deals for guests and also a very kind and jovial receptionist (I forgot his name!)

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location, staff ,food and everything

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    10
    Memorable stay👍👍👌
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Na

    Excellent location. Walking distance to the tourist attraction spots

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2023

    10
    Excellent stay. Staff is superb, very helpful. Great food . Would recommend to everyone. Biggest plus point is the locat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Excellent location. Nearby to all the tourist attractions like Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque etc. Excellent food at restaurant at hotel Excellent staff. Very helpful. Organised everything.

    Stayed in November 2023

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