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About this property

Set in a 19th-century building and totally renovated in 2013, Hotel Saint Sophia has views over Hagia Sophia courtyard and offers luxurious rooms decorated with marble and teak wood. Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern are just a few steps from the hotel. The rooms of Hotel Saint Sophia include air conditioning and an iPod docking station. All rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, free mini-bar and free WiFi. Featuring Bianco Carrara tiled walls and floors, the marble bathrooms come with Bulgari bathroom amenities and bathrobes. Sophia Pita, the café of the hotel, offers wide selection of Turkish and international wines and liquors. In the morning, the restaurant serves an à la carte breakfast. Blue Mosque is just 820 feet from Hotel Saint Sophia, while Sultanahmet tram stop is a 5-minute walk away. Galata Bridge over the Golden Horn is a 15-minute walk from the property. Sabiha Gokcen Airport is 29 mi while Istanbul Airport is 30 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Located in the heart of Istanbul, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.9

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

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
  • Türkiye Sustainable Tourism Program
    Türkiye Sustainable Tourism Program
    Certified by: Control Union

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Daniela
    Italy Italy
    The location is excellent, close to Saint Sophia Mosque, with views over Hagia Sophia courtyard, and just a few steps Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, and the Hurrem Sultan Hamami (where I had a very pleasant experience), Basilica Cistern, and...
  • Jenya
    United States United States
    Clean great location good breakfast amazing service and stuff
  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    Very well presented and run hotel. Everything as it should be
  • Cammie
    United States United States
    The location of this hotel is spectacular. It was clean and comfortable. The staff was very helpful, courteous, and always quick to answer any questions I had. I look forward to staying at this property again.
  • Bethan
    United States United States
    Location is unbeatable for the main attractions. Staff are helpful and friendly. Delusions full Turkish Breakfast
  • Serey
    United States United States
    The location is very convenient to the main attractions and restaurants. The receptionist and support staff were very accommodating, friendly and polite.
  • Vanessa
    Canada Canada
    You are not Close to the sites… you are AT the sites. They are just steps from the door. The staff were exceptional. I told them my daughter didn’t believe we would be staying beside Hagia Sophia and she thought it was too good to be true they...
  • Chin
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Fantastic breakfast, unbeatable location. Literally next to Hagia Sophia and across the road from the Basilica Cistern. Bvlgari toileteries and the plushest bedroom slippers were provided. A short walk to the tram stop. It’s nice that they provide...
  • Aneil
    United States United States
    Breakfast was consistently fantastic every morning
  • Tanjung
    Indonesia Indonesia
    It’s very close to the oldcity cultural visit, friendly and very helpful staff

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • OCH Beer Garden
    • Cuisine
      Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

House rules

Hotel Saint Sophia takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 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.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that for an extra fee the hotel has an airport shuttle service. Guests are requested to inform the property in advance if they would like to use this service. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Saint Sophia 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.

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

License number: 401256

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