Hotel Saint Sophia
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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
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
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Sustainability
- Türkiye Sustainable Tourism ProgramCertified by: Control Union
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Daniela
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
“Clean great location good breakfast amazing service and stuff” - Michael
Australia
“Very well presented and run hotel. Everything as it should be” - Cammie
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
“Location is unbeatable for the main attractions. Staff are helpful and friendly. Delusions full Turkish Breakfast” - Serey
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
“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
“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
“Breakfast was consistently fantastic every morning” - Tanjung
Indonesia
“It’s very close to the oldcity cultural visit, friendly and very helpful staff”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- OCH Beer Garden
- CuisineLocal • International
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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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.




The fine print
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