Basileus Hotel
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi, Sehit Mehmet Pasa Sok. No:1 Sultanahmet, Fatih, 34400 Istanbul, Turkey – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 435 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Receptionists Ahmet and Çanal were extremely helpful and informative! Room was roomy and comfortable. Hot water in the bathroom too! A five-minute walk away from Sultanahmet Mosque and the Hippodrome.

Only 984 feet from the shores of the Marmara Sea, Basileus Hotel offers spacious rooms with French balconies and free Wi-Fi. Little Hagia Sophia Mosque is just one minute’s stroll away. The parquet-floored rooms at the Basileus have floor-to-ceiling windows and are furnished with wooden furniture. Each unit comes equipped with a flat-screen TV and mini-bar, and the private bathroom comes with a hairdryer. With an elegant décor and recessed lighting, Basileus’ bright lobby area offers a pleasant spot for reading or accessing the hotel’s free Wi-Fi. Hotel Basileus offers laundry and ironing services, and has a tour desk that provides information on local attractions. It can also arrange transportation to sites of interest, İstanbul International Airport or Sabiha Gökçen. The Basileus is within walking distance from Haghia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, and Archaeological Museum, as well as numerous historic Ottoman hammams. Istanbul Airport is within 34 mi.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Laundry
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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See what guests loved the most:
- Yahya
United States of America
“Receptionists Ahmet and Çanal were extremely helpful and informative! Room was roomy and comfortable. Hot water in the bathroom too! A five-minute walk away from Sultanahmet Mosque and the Hippodrome.” - RRosger
Mexico
“The staff at the reception was extremely helpful, the receptionist took time to explain the main attractions on a map and everything he suggested was affordable and relevant. I am very grateful for all the explanations and great suggestions. The...” - Sara
United Arab Emirates
“I like the location of the hotel it is very close to sultan Ahmed and aya sofya mosque and also it is very clean and the staff are helpful and also the rooms where comfortable.”
Hotel area info
Amenities of Basileus HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.3
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Laundry
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Walk-in closet
- City view
- Dryer
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Sitting area
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
- Lockers
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Car rental
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- English
- Russian
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Basileus Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Please inform Basileus Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Basileus Hotel
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Basileus Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
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The prices at Basileus Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Basileus Hotel is 1,800 feet from the center of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at Basileus Hotel include:
- Twin/Double
- Triple
- Family
- Double
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Check-in at Basileus Hotel is from 1:30 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.