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Reviews of Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category

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

#312 of 2,416 hotels in Istanbul

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 911 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: December 9, 2023

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

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

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 5, 2023

    9.0
    Lovely little hotel in a perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 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: December 4, 2023

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

    Excellent staff, very kind and supportive

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 1, 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: November 30, 2023

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

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

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 28, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You can hear and feels the tran.

    Walking distance to a lot of place of interest.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 28, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • 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: November 28, 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: November 26, 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 from a mobile device

    WiFi is not reliable.

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

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 24, 2023

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

    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: November 23, 2023

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

    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: November 18, 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: November 15, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Close to all amenities

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 14, 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: November 12, 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 from a mobile device

    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: November 9, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Location, staff ,food and everything

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 9, 2023

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

    Na

    Excellent location. Walking distance to the tourist attraction spots

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 6, 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 from a mobile device

    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

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    10
    Great hospitality, pleasant restaurant right on site
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All was lovely

    The best location in Istanbul Old City with lots of restaurants, shops, walk to the Main Sightseeing areas

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    10
    Great location and close to all the historic sites.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing negative.

    The location was amazing walking distance to all the historic sites and easy to get around to everything. The staff were lovely and the breakfast was the best we have ever had on our travels.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 3, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location, the fact there is a pretty good restaurant and a bar inside and people

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 1, 2023

    10
    Recommended stay in Istanbul!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You have to give your passport and year of birth to sign into the internet which is a little unusual! Appreciated the room is not an update to give me a bigger room with you beds. Family room for single travel not an upgrade. Slugs position for the twin beds but not for the queen size. Face blade gave off toilet flusher. Not fixed as asked

    Great location! Great staff! Nice restaurant and breakfast! Comfortable rooms! Decent WiFi

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2023

    10
    Great little hotel and location superb.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (4 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wi-Fi could have better.

    Great location and staff.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    8.0
    It’s all about location. You could not find a better place to stay if you want to be close to everything.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We couldn’t get a proper night sleep due to the noise from outside, the corridor and other rooms. I think that breakfast was disappointing and could be improved. It would be nice to be asked if want anything to drink and staff should check if plates and all products are available.

    Location is perfect. It is very close to everything: attractions, shops, restaurants and a tram. Restaurant food is very good. Reception staff was very helpful .

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    8.0
    A very comfy hotel in the perfect Istanbul location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The Hotel has a perfect location as it is in close walking distance to the major attractions including the Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar. Our spacious room on the top floor has great views overlooking the street and beyond that we really took advantage of from the private balcony with the comfy bistro setting - a perfect spot for relaxing any time of day or night. It was a treat having our buffet breakfast in the lovely restaurant on the ground floor that looks out to the street. All members of staff are welcoming, friendly and respectful and sincerely went out of their way to make our stay so enjoyable and memorable. A wonderful stay that we can recommend...

    Stayed in October 2023

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