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.

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Istanbul, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
or
3 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
3 twin beds
or
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
or
2 twin beds
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Travel Sustainable Level 1
This property is taking steps towards becoming more sustainable. We’ve worked with experts such as Travalyst and Sustainalize to create the Travel Sustainable program – making it easier for you to experience the world more sustainably.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Istanbul
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Yahya
    United States of AmericaUnited 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.
  • R
    Rosger
    MexicoMexico
    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 EmiratesUnited 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 Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Heating
  • Laundry
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet
View
  • City view
Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 15 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional 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 shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Russian

House rules

Basileus Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:30 PM

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

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

0 - 6 years
Crib upon request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 10 per person, per night

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.

Mastercard Visa Cash Basileus Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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

  • Basileus Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Basileus Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Basileus Hotel is 1,800 feet from the center of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Basileus Hotel include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Triple
      • Family
      • Double

    • Check-in at Basileus Hotel is from 1:30 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.