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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

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Istanbul, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.8

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Halal


Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
3 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 full bed
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.9
High score for Istanbul
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Denise
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The he location was perfect and the character of the hotel was so quaint.
  • Vincent
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    Beautiful and clean property, Amazing gardens and superb staff. Thank you.
  • Helen
    United States of AmericaUnited 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.
  • E
    Ellen
    United States of AmericaUnited 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 AmericaUnited 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 AmericaUnited 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 AmericaUnited 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 AmericaUnited 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.
  • K
    Kareem
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Nice rooms that are kept in the old style. Very good location, close to most.
  • Joumana
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Everything about this hotel was unique and special

Property questions and answers
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  • Do you have connecting rooms and do they contain separate TVS

    Yes we have connecting rooms and they do not contain separate TVS
    Answered on 16 August 2019
  • Does 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 2020
  • Can 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 2022
  • Do 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 2021
  • What 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 2019
  • Hello, I would like to know the time of the breakfast please.

    From 08:30 to 11:00.
    Answered on 24 August 2022
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Hotel area info *

Amenities of Hotel Empress Zoe
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • Garden
  • Heating
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Themed dinners
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
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 € 8 per day.
    Front Desk Services
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Russian
    • Turkish
    • Ukrainian

    Sustainability initiatives

    This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

    House rules

    Hotel Empress Zoe 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

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    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

    0 - 5 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    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.

    Mastercard Visa Cash Hotel Empress Zoe 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.

    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

    • 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

    • Room options at Hotel Empress Zoe include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Single
      • Suite

    • Check-in at Hotel Empress Zoe is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

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

      • Walking tours
      • Themed dinners

    • 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.

    • Hotel Empress Zoe is 1,950 feet from the center of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.