Name: Hotel Sapphire
Address: İbni-Kemal Caddesi No: 14-16 Sirkeci, Fatih, 34400 Istanbul, Turkey, İbni-Kemal Caddesi No: 14-16 Sirkeci, Marmara Region, 34400, Turkey
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $51 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.6

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Hotel Hotel Sapphire

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This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in monuments, architecture and old-town exploration – Check location İbni-Kemal Caddesi No: 14-16 Sirkeci, Fatih, 34400 Istanbul, Turkey – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in monuments, architecture and old-town exploration – Check location

*8.9* Istanbul Archaeological Museum: only 5 minutes away! (1,250 feet by foot)

*8.9* Basilica Cistern: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)

*9.2* Gulhane Park: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)

*8.8* Cagaloglu Turkish Bath: only 4 minutes away! (950 feet by foot)

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Very friendly front desk staff ... we even got a little going away gift..

Glenna, Canada

Amazing management, very attentive and helpful. All the service personnel always had smile on their faces, rooms were very clean and always had tea and coffee. Great selection of food for breakfast, everything was tasty and in abundance. Also, very close to Metro Station.

Yuliya, United States of America

The hôtel is at a walking distance of all historical monument. The neighborood area is lively, it is a great value for money. No doubt. The staff is also very helpful.

Coumba, United Arab Emirates

Friendly, helpful staff; very clean, nice breakfast buffet. Being in the old city, rooms are smaller and it’s an older property, but comfortable. The location is perfect- close to a tram stop, easy walk to Tokapi Palace, Aya Sophia and Blue Mosque.

Kinocarol, United States of America

I love this place! Now I’m regular, because I come very often in Istanbul. Location is perfect, stuff is so nice and helpful, rooms are adorable, very clean and comfortable

Adel, Saudi Arabia

The staff are very kind and helpful and professional. The hotel is clean and cozy. Breakfast is good . Wifi is goog

Tito, Ukraine

Clean, renovated, great location, tasty breakfast, helpful staff

Lidiia, Ukraine

I really enjoyed the stay, especially the professionalism of the staff.

Techpeaks, Italy

The location was amazing just few steps to the metro where take you to all the places in Istanbul

Mohd, United Arab Emirates

Location, location, location. Staff was also super accommodating and helpful.

Rivers, South Africa

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What guests loved the most:
“Very friendly front desk staff ... we even got a little going away gift..”

Glenna Canada
“Amazing management, very attentive and helpful. All the service personnel always had smile on their faces, rooms were very clean and always had tea and coffee. ”

Yuliya United States of America
“The hôtel is at a walking distance of all historical monument. The neighborood area is lively, it is a great value for money. No doubt. The staff is also very helpful.”

Coumba United Arab Emirates
“Friendly, helpful staff; very clean, nice breakfast buffet. Being in the old city, rooms are smaller and it’s an older property, but comfortable. ”

Kinocarol United States of America
“I love this place! Now I’m regular, because I come very often in Istanbul. Location is perfect, stuff is so nice and helpful, rooms are adorable, very clean and comfortable”

Adel Saudi Arabia
“The staff are very kind and helpful and professional. The hotel is clean and cozy. Breakfast is good . Wifi is goog”

Tito Ukraine
“Clean, renovated, great location, tasty breakfast, helpful staff”

Lidiia Ukraine
“I really enjoyed the stay, especially the professionalism of the staff.”

Techpeaks Italy
“The location was amazing just few steps to the metro where take you to all the places in Istanbul”

Mohd United Arab Emirates
“Location, location, location. Staff was also super accommodating and helpful.”

Rivers South Africa

Stay in the Heart of Istanbul –

One of our top picks in Istanbul.Sapphire is a classic Ottoman-style hotel located 1,650 feet from the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet. It features an indoor pool with hot tub, sauna and hammam, as well as free WiFi access. Sultanahmet, which houses many historic landmarks, is within a walking distance.

Rooms at Hotel Sapphire combine wooden furnishings and damask fabrics with modern satellite TV channels and air conditioning. Each room includes private bathrooms with bathtub and hairdryer.

Each morning, a rich breakfast buffet is offered with a wide selection of ingredients. Traditional Turkish cuisine is served at the restaurant of the hotel and room service is also available. The street hotel is located on a street closed to traffic and you can sit outside and relax with a cold drink.

Laundry, dry cleaning and ironing services can be offered upon request at an extra fee. Currency exchange is also provided.

The 24-hour staff at the Sapphire hotel can help plan visits and excursions to nearby Blue Mosque and renowned Grand Bazaar. They can also arrange an airport shuttle service upon request. Ataturk Airport is 11 mi away while Istanbul Airport is 32 mi away.

Fatih is a great choice for travelers interested in monuments, architecture and old-town exploration.

This is our guests' favorite part of Istanbul, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Istanbul! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Istanbul! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Airport shuttle

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Indoor pool

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Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.1 for two-person stays.

Currency Exchange: Need local currency? This property has currency exchange on site.

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

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Buffet

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Double or Twin Room 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking Combining wooden furnishings and damask fabrics with modern satellite TV channels and air conditioning, this room includes private bathrooms with bathtub or shower and hairdryer. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking Combining wooden furnishings and damask fabrics with modern satellite TV channels and air conditioning, this room includes private bathrooms with bathtub or shower and hairdryer. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Shower • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking This twin/double room has air conditioning and mini-bar Please note that one-way free transport from Ataturk Airport,Istanbul International Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport to the property is offered free of charge in this room type (only from airport to the hotel). Please inform the hotel regarding arrival time in advance. Transportation service will not be refunded as cash or discount. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Special Offer - Double Room 2 twin beds or 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Parking This twin/double room has a balcony, mini-bar and air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Minibar • Bathtub • Safe • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Bathrobe • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Slippers • Satellite channels • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Wardrobe or closet • Upper floors accessible by elevator • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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An Inside Look at Hotel Sapphire

An uncovered treasure on the ancient peninsula of Istanbul which hosted many civilizations and treasures through the ages:"Hotel Sapphire" We are looking forward to serve you during your stay in Istanbul with our tradition of hospitality.

Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in monuments, architecture and old-town exploration – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Discover Istanbul’s old town, which boasts more history than almost any other place in the world. Explore nearby icons like the Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar.

Closest Landmarks

Gulhane Tram Station
0.1 miles
Islam Science and Technology Museum
0.1 miles
Sirkeci Train Station
0.1 miles
Hodjapasha Cultural Centre
0.1 miles
Cagaloglu Turkish Bath
0.2 miles
Istanbul Provincial Directorate of National Education
0.2 miles
Gulhane Park
0.2 miles
Istanbul Archaeological Museum
0.2 miles
Archäologisches Museum
0.3 miles
Basilica Cistern
0.3 miles

Natural Beauty

Pierre loti hill Mountain
5 miles

Closest Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
19.1 miles
Istanbul Airport
20.9 miles
Bursa Yenisehir Airport
60.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Location was great. Nearby Gulhane Tramvay. Clean room and comfortable enough bed & pillow. The reception guy, Halil was very friendly and helpful. Breakfas...”

Emiza

Malaysia

8.0

“The localization of the hotel is excellent, near all main attractions. Personnel is very helpful and kind. I had an option with one way transfer which was excel...”

Karol

Poland

“The location is perfect, within walking distance from the main historical sights and a variety of restaurants. The breakfast was fine, with a good choice of foo...”

Rossitsa

Bulgaria

8.3

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1 Restaurant On Site

Eden Restaurant

Menu: Buffet

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From 2:00 PM

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Until 12:00 PM

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Children & Beds

Children are welcome

< 1 year old	Can use an existing bed	FREE
1 - 6 years	Can use a crib when requested or an existing bed	FREE

The maximum number of cribs and children allowed in existing beds depends on the room you pick. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

No extra beds are available

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Hotel Sapphire accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Please note that the Turkish bath needs to be booked 1 day in advance. An extra fee is required.

Guests booking through this site will receive a nonalcoholic welcome drink and Turkish delights upon arrival.

Please note that reservations do not include any free shuttle service to/from any airport unless it is specifically offered with chosen reservation. Airport shuttle can be arranged at an additional fee upon request.

Hot tub, sauna, WiFi and Turkish bath are offered free of charge and subject to availability. Certain facilities may be unavailable for technical reasons.

“Amazing management, very attentive and helpful. All the service personnel always had smile on their faces, rooms were very clean and always had tea and coffee. Great selection of food for breakfast, everything was tasty and in abundance. Also, very close to Metro Station. ”

Yuliya

United States of America

“The hôtel is at a walking distance of all historical monument. The neighborood area is lively, it is a great value for money. No doubt. The staff is also very helpful.”

Coumba

United Arab Emirates

“Friendly, helpful staff; very clean, nice breakfast buffet. Being in the old city, rooms are smaller and it’s an older property, but comfortable. The location is perfect- close to a tram stop, easy walk to Tokapi Palace, Aya Sophia and Blue Mosque.”

Kinocarol

“I love this place! Now I’m regular, because I come very often in Istanbul. Location is perfect, stuff is so nice and helpful, rooms are adorable, very clean and comfortable ”

Adel

Saudi Arabia

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Newest Reviews for Hotel Sapphire

Reviewed: April 18, 2019

Jorii
Saudi Arabia
Age group: 25 – 34
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double or Twin Room with One Way Airport Transfer
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Size of room
Location is prefect

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 18, 2019

Sami
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast quality and variety could really be improved ....
Perfect location just next to tram station and all main historical site are at walking distance . Good choice of restaurant around the hotel. Stuff are really helpful and reactive to any requests.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 16, 2019

Sonja
United Kingdom
7.9

“Staff were superb and really made a difference to our stay.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Size of room especially if staying for more than one night.
Staff superb and very helpful and welcoming. Went out of their way to sort out queries we had.Size of room.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 16, 2019

Iunia
Romania

3 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Located in the center of Istanbul, close to everything. The staff is amazing, they are very nice and friendly, they helped me a lot with information about the city. The comunication was great. The cleaning is very good, the breakfast had a large bouffet, the food was delicious. The hotel is located on a street full of restaurants so believe me, you have a lot of things to do there. Also the hotel staff organises trips in Istanbul. They also recomended us an amazing hammam that we had a transfer for. The most surprising thing was that they made us a present(turkish tea,turkish delights) when we left. Thank you for everything. We'll definitely return.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 11, 2019

Anirudh
Singapore
7.5

“It was GREAT! Amazing location. Value For Money!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing that comes to mind!
I loved how the location was right next to all the places I needed to reach. It was a short walk or a tram ride to get to all the places. Amazing food around the area too!! Loved the location!!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 11, 2019

El
Morocco
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 10 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bad smell of WC
L'emplacement

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 8, 2019

Trond
Norway

2 helpful votes
8.3

“Nice hotel. Welcoming staff. Good location. Good value for money ...”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Good breakfast... Good location, walking distance to many of the "must seeings" in Istanbul ... Easy access to tram and Metro ...

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 7, 2019

Samouil
Greece
8.3

“Good”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room space
Very good location

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 5, 2019

Nermin
Croatia

3 helpful votes
3.3

“Never come back!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The noise was terible. Every morning housekeeping wake up us! The Room was small.... swiming pool is dizastre.
Nothing !

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 5, 2019

Lyudmyla
Ukraine
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
The location is perfect

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 5, 2019

Emiza
Malaysia
8.0

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double or Twin Room with One Way Airport Transfer
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bathroom was super cold. The room has A/C for hot air but not enough to warm the bathroom.
Location was great. Nearby Gulhane Tramvay. Clean room and comfortable enough bed & pillow. The reception guy, Halil was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast spread was good.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 3, 2019

Glenna
Canada
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room with One Way Airport Transfer
- • Stayed 9 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Construction noise in the area
Very friendly front desk staff ... we even got a little going away gift..

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 2, 2019

Karol
Poland

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room with One Way Airport Transfer
- • Stayed 4 nights
The localization of the hotel is excellent, near all main attractions. Personnel is very helpful and kind. I had an option with one way transfer which was excellent because I arrived late in the night and didn't worry about transport. The room was clean and comfortable for a good price. I recommend this place.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 1, 2019

S
Ireland

9 helpful votes
10

“Good, clean, comfortable and well located.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
They were varnishing floors and one of our party had a problem with the smell but this was minor and will pass. But maybe they could soundproof the bedroom doors with some type of material as all noise in the corridor is very audible. This of course is down in part to inconsiderate guests.
Solid choice for mid range traveller. Has a sauna/pool (although you must book the steam room 24 hours before). Breakfast fine , reception friendly and they have computers in the lobby for checking in etc. Room clean and bed comfy. Bathroom well equipped although we thought there was space for a luggage rack in the bedroom. The hotel is in walking distance of the big 3 in Sultanahmet and is situated on a street with a row of restaurants (for tourists which serve alcohol). If you want to have a quiet place to come back to after a busy day, its a good choice. Tramvia T1 3 minutes walk to station Gulhane.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 1, 2019

Mohammad
United Kingdom
9.6

“Brilliant hotel a short distance from all the attractions”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with One Way Airport Transfer
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The breakfast is very repetitive and I guess being free it’s what your going to get
The hotel is very central to all the main attractions Hagia Sophia is a 7-10minute steady walk and the boslhurus is a 7-10 minute steady walk, the spice bazaar and grand bazaar are also 7-10 minute steady walk. It’s ideal for someone that likes to have a stroll to the shops etc and not have the tourists on your doorstep. Highly recommend the rooms are very clean and good size beds too, the WC facilities are excellent.

Stayed in March 2019

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Hotel surroundings – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in monuments, architecture and old-town exploration – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Facilities of Hotel Sapphire Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

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