Hotel Empress Zoe
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Akbiyik Caddesi No 10 Sultanahmet, Fatih, 34122 Istanbul, Turkey – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 842 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
The he location was perfect and the character of the hotel was so quaint.

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Hotel Empress Zoe is located in Istanbul, 1312 feet from Hagia Sophia, and has a garden. The property is located less than 0.6 mi from Blue Mosque and 1.2 mi from Column of Constantine. Free WiFi is available. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hair dryer. A continental breakfast is served each morning at the property. The hotel offers a terrace. Nonstop assistance is available at the reception, where staff speak English,French, Russian, Ukrainian and Turkish. Basilica Cistern is 1.2 mi from Hotel Empress Zoe, while Istanbul Archaeological Museum is 1.5 mi away. Istanbul Airport is 38 mi from the property.
This is our guests' favorite part of Istanbul, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
Hotel Empress Zoe has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 12, 2016- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
- Garden
- Heating
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- Denise
United States of America
“The he location was perfect and the character of the hotel was so quaint.” - Vincent
United Kingdom
“Beautiful and clean property, Amazing gardens and superb staff. Thank you.” - Helen
United States of America
“Location is perfect. Really close to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, etc. The garden is delightful and the breakfast was simple but delicious. Air conditioning works well.” - EEllen
United States of America
“The room was spacious and comfortable for the three of us. The balcony overlooked the lovely garden where we had breakfast. The breakfast was tasty and included in the room price. The location was ideal and everything was easily walkable. The...” - Lynn
United States of America
“Very convenient location, in a quiet corner of tourist quarter. Comes with a lovely Breakfast in a beautiful courtyard. The staff are very kind and obliging. The rooms are charming and adequate. I recommend this hotel to friends and family.” - Alison
United States of America
“The location can't be beat! You are steps away from the major sights in the old city. Breakfast is served buffet and the seating is in an amazing open courtyard which is an amazing way to start your day. The staff is very friendly (don't forget...” - Daniel
United States of America
“Location, fantastic. Room (penthouse) incredible (and incredible value). Staff - terrific. Location, unbeatable. Sophie the cat, sweetie. Breakfast-amazing. It is hard to imagine a more beautiful, welcoming place. We cannot wait to return....” - Daniel
United States of America
“Hotel Empress Zoe is a beautiful hotel. Amazing staff. Super comfortable with a lovely garden and fantastic location, steps away from all the main sites of Sultanahmet. Plus, Sophie is the world's sweetest cat. We cannot wait to return.” - KKareem
United States of America
“Nice rooms that are kept in the old style. Very good location, close to most.” - Joumana
United States of America
“Everything about this hotel was unique and special”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Do you have connecting rooms and do they contain separate TVS
Yes we have connecting rooms and they do not contain separate TVSAnswered on 16 August 2019Does the single room, or the twin bed room, have a kettle?
If our guests wish, we can provide a kettle to their rooms.Answered on 30 August 2020Can I smoke in the balcony?
According to Turkish laws all rooms in our hotel are non-smoking. Smoking is acceptable only in the garden or on the outside terraces of the hotel.Answered on 26 November 2022Do you have rooms on the ground floor for old people who can’t climb the stairs?
Suite with garden view is located on the ground floor with a private entrance with no stairs to negotiate. We also have a standard double room located..Answered on 26 September 2021What airport is closest to you? How do I get to your property from the closest airport?
Dear Sir or Madam, We would like to inform you that The hotel has almost the same distance from the both international airport. We have an airport pi..Answered on 11 December 2019Hello, I would like to know the time of the breakfast please.
From 08:30 to 11:00.Answered on 24 August 2022- Still looking?
Hotel area info *
Amenities of Hotel Empress ZoeGreat facilities! Review score, 8.8
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
- Garden
- Heating
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Alarm clock
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
- Cleaning products
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Themed dinnersAdditional chargeOff-site
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Desk
- Telephone
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Bar
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/Photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Beach umbrellas
- English
- Russian
- Turkish
- Ukrainian
Sustainability initiatives
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.
Children 16 and above are considered 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
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Hotel Empress Zoe accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
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.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please inform Hotel Empress Zoe 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.
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.
FAQs about Hotel Empress Zoe
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Guests staying at Hotel Empress Zoe can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Halal
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Room options at Hotel Empress Zoe include:
- Double
- Twin
- Triple
- Single
- Suite
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Check-in at Hotel Empress Zoe is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Hotel Empress Zoe offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Walking tours
- Themed dinners
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The prices at Hotel Empress Zoe may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Hotel Empress Zoe is 1,950 feet from the center of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.