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 Hotel Sapphire

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İbni-Kemal Caddesi No: 14-16 Sirkeci, Fatih, 34400 Istanbul, Turkey – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 2711 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.6
Excellent
2,711 reviews

A very good location! The staff is professional and nice. I recommend.

Elalaoui Morocco

The staff is awesome, very respectful and helpful,they can speak English very well which facilitates everything!

Adham Egypt

Location: Centrally located, all important landmarks (Hagia Sofya, Blue Mosque, nice restaurants etc.) nearby this hotel. Breakfast: It is good, value for money Room: Size is small, but you can adjust easily, for 2 persons, i see no problem.

Vasan Germany

the staff is perfect, always smiling.. they will do anything for you..

Mahameed Israel

Location is amazing , near 2 metro stations ( Sirkeci and Gulahne) Near istanbul monuments ( 15 minutes walking ) Breakfast is delicious Team is very friendly,helpful and they speak english very well Room service is excellent, room are clean every morning I really recommend it !

Ahmed Tunisia

Location is great 4-5 mins away to either Sultanahmet area or Sirkeci area, Metro is like 2 mins away too. Staff is very very friendly and helpful, speaks well english, they are willing to help at any request and whenever we ask for anything they provide it in a blink. Breakfast is super with lots of choices, loved having it everyday. wifi connection was working well too 👌

Peter Egypt

Location is excellent as everything is nearby. Its my second stay at the same hotel and i recommended it to my friends who also stayed there. Breakfast is not so good as limited meal options are available. rooms are quite small but worth the price,

Ali Pakistan

Little bit old boutique hotel in sultan Ahmet but one of the best in location as it is located 2 minutes walk from Gülhane tram station.i highly recommend it for cleanliness, location,and best expert, helpful and cheerful staffs.

Eman Bahrain

location, location, location was excellent. staff was super friendly and helpful.

Laura United States of America

The staff! Halil was very helpful — arranging aiport shuttle service and securing us the best seats in the dinner cruise. Thanks for the gifts, too! The location is also good — close to Hagia Sofia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar. Many restaurants, shops, ATM machines, and tram stop are closeby.

Divina Norway
8.6
Excellent
2,711 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “A very good location! The staff is professional and nice. I recommend.”
    Elalaoui Elalaoui Morocco Morocco
  • “The staff is awesome, very respectful and helpful,they can speak English very well which facilitates everything!”
    Adham Adham Egypt Egypt
  • “Location: Centrally located, all important landmarks (Hagia Sofya, Blue Mosque, nice restaurants etc.) nearby this hotel.”
    Vasan Vasan Germany Germany
  • “the staff is perfect, always smiling.. they will do anything for you..”
    Mahameed Mahameed Israel Israel
  • “Location is amazing , near 2 metro stations ( Sirkeci and Gulahne) Near istanbul monuments ( 15 minutes walking ) Breakfast is delicious Team is very friendly,helpful and they speak english very well...”
    Ahmed Ahmed Tunisia Tunisia
  • “Location is great 4-5 mins away to either Sultanahmet area or Sirkeci area, Metro is like 2 mins away too.”
    Peter Peter Egypt Egypt
  • “Location is excellent as everything is nearby. Its my second stay at the same hotel and i recommended it to my friends who also stayed there.”
    Ali Ali Pakistan Pakistan
  • “Little bit old boutique hotel in sultan Ahmet but one of the best in location as it is located 2 minutes walk from Gülhane tram station.i highly recommend it for cleanliness, location,and best expert,...”
    Eman Eman Bahrain Bahrain
  • “location, location, location was excellent. staff was super friendly and helpful.”
    Laura Laura United States of America United States of America
  • “The staff! Halil was very helpful — arranging aiport shuttle service and securing us the best seats in the dinner cruise. Thanks for the gifts, too!”
    Divina Divina Norway Norway

Categories:

  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Comfort8.4
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.8

Stay in the heart of Istanbul – Excellent location – show map

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Sapphire is a classic Ottoman-style hotel located 1,650 feet from the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet. It features 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. Istanbul Airport is 32 mi away.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Hotel Sapphire has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 23, 2007

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
24-hour front desk
Bar

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

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Istanbul, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free

Private parking at the hotel

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  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

8.6
Excellent · 2,711 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.3
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness8.4
  • Comfort8.4
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.8

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Elalaoui
    MoroccoMorocco
    “A very good location! The staff is professional and nice. I recommend.”
  • Adham
    EgyptEgypt
    “The staff is awesome, very respectful and helpful,they can speak English very well which facilitates everything!”
  • Vasan
    GermanyGermany
    “Location: Centrally located, all important landmarks (Hagia Sofya, Blue Mosque, nice restaurants etc.) nearby this hotel. Breakfast: It is good, value for money Room: Size is small, but you can adjust easily, for 2 persons, i see no problem.”
  • Mahameed
    IsraelIsrael
    “the staff is perfect, always smiling.. they will do anything for you..”
  • Ahmed
    TunisiaTunisia
    “Location is amazing , near 2 metro stations ( Sirkeci and Gulahne) Near istanbul monuments ( 15 minutes walking ) Breakfast is delicious Team is very friendly,helpful and they speak english very well Room service is excellent, room are clean every...”
  • Peter
    EgyptEgypt
    “Location is great 4-5 mins away to either Sultanahmet area or Sirkeci area, Metro is like 2 mins away too. Staff is very very friendly and helpful, speaks well english, they are willing to help at any request and whenever we ask for anything they...”
  • Ali
    PakistanPakistan
    “Location is excellent as everything is nearby. Its my second stay at the same hotel and i recommended it to my friends who also stayed there. Breakfast is not so good as limited meal options are available. rooms are quite small but worth the price,”
  • Eman
    BahrainBahrain
    “Little bit old boutique hotel in sultan Ahmet but one of the best in location as it is located 2 minutes walk from Gülhane tram station.i highly recommend it for cleanliness, location,and best expert, helpful and cheerful staffs.”
  • Laura
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “location, location, location was excellent. staff was super friendly and helpful.”
  • Divina
    NorwayNorway
    “The staff! Halil was very helpful — arranging aiport shuttle service and securing us the best seats in the dinner cruise. Thanks for the gifts, too! The location is also good — close to Hagia Sofia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar. Many restaurants,...”
Property questions and answers
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  • There is a car from airport to hotel. Hoe much for teo persons and teo baggages? Thanl you so much enzo
    Dear Valued Guest , Thank you very much for your e-mail. İf you want a transfer from Airport to our hotel,wecan provide for you private car. İt is costed 60 eu perway and times from Airport to our hotel till 4 person instead of per person .İf you accept our transfer rate ,Please sent me an e-mail that you acceptour transfer rate and than we will Organize your transfer and sent your transer confirmation e-mail toyou…. To organize your oneway and times transfer from Airport to our hotel,we need your sure flight numberand arrival time to Airport . İf you sent us your sure flight number and arrival time to Airport than we can organise your oneway andtimes transfer and sent your transfer confirmation e-mail to your e-mail address.Please follow yourtransfer confirmation ....!!! When you have our transfer confirmation than your transfer will be confirmed...!!!!.if you donnot have your confirmation ,Please contact with us asap again…!! If You want a return transfer( hotel to Airport ) it will be extra charge and need to makereservation oneway before from reception …….!!!! Our hotel donnot have any relation with transfer ,taxi, shuttle company , restaurants or travel agency.Hotel or reception just try to help the guest for their reservation . All company have their own responsibility ,in any case of unwanted happend.To book from reception orto pay from reception dosen't mean that hotel will get any responsibility for their services...!! Kindly Regards, Engin
    Answered on October 12, 2019
  • Do any of the rooms have double beds, or can the twins be made into a double?
    Dear Valued Guest , we have one big bed which size is 140cm*190 cm . if you want we will happy to help you about your request up to our availability Kindly regards Engin
    Answered on January 14, 2020
  • Hiya, is the swimming pool available in March, what is the size of it, do you have any pictures? What is available in warm breakfast?
    Dear Valued Guest , Thank you very much for your message . in march for now it seems to be open .But if there is any problem we cannot imagine for now .We have open buffet breakfast and i really donnot know what kind of ward food there is .i am reservation cleark kindly Regards Ugur
    Answered on January 4, 2020
  • Don't trust this hotel, expect them to cancel your booking suddenly without any warning! I booked 5 nights for december and they suddenly cancelled it
    You booked your reservation online with invalid credit card .WHEN WE VERİFY YOUR CARD İT İS DECLİNED.Booking gives the time their customer to modify credit card.if you donnot modify your valid card details ,than system cancel directly.You canrebook
    Answered on October 11, 2021
  • I am planning to book this hotel from 12th Nov2021 to 18th Nov 2021. Just i want to know that do ur hotel have any Share kitchen or any cooking facilities? I need to prepare food for my children. Regards.
    Dear Valued Guest , Thank you very much for your message We donnot have shere kitchen from our hotel Kindly Regards Hotel Sapphire
    Answered on October 26, 2021

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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Located in the historic old town

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.

What's nearby
  • Islam Science and Technology Museum
    0.1 miles
  • Hodjapasha Cultural Centre
    0.1 miles
  • Cagaloglu Turkish Bath
    0.2 miles
  • Gulhane Park
    0.2 miles
  • Istanbul Archaeological Museum
    0.2 miles
  • Basilica Cistern
    0.3 miles
  • Hagia Sophia
    0.3 miles
Top attractions
  • Spice Bazaar
    0.4 miles
  • Column of Constantine
    0.4 miles
  • Suleymaniye Mosque
    0.7 miles
  • Galata Tower
    0.9 miles
  • Maiden's Towers
    1.5 miles
  • Istiklal Street
    1.6 miles
  • Taksim Square
    1.7 miles
  • Taksim Metro Station
    1.7 miles
  • Dolmabahce Clock Tower
    2 miles
  • Dolmabahce Palace
    2.2 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Pierre loti hill
    5 miles
Public transit
  • Train Gulhane Tram Station
    0.1 miles
  • Train Sirkeci Train Station
    0.2 miles
  • Train Sultanahmet Tram Station
    0.3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    19.1 miles
  • Istanbul Airport
    20.9 miles
  • Corlu Airport
    55.8 miles
How to get to Hotel Sapphire from Istanbul Ataturk Airport
    Private shuttle
    Parking available
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Hotel Sapphire

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
24-hour front desk
Bar
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Themed dinners Off-site Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruit Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day.
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
  • Airport pickup Additional charge
  • Public transit tickets Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press Additional charge
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Public Bath Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Russian
  • Turkish
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Hotel Sapphire 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 12:00 PM

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.

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

< 1 year old
Extra bed by request
€ 25 per child, per night
1 - 5 years
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
€ 25 per child, per night
6+ years
Extra bed by request
€ 25 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

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.

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

The fine print

Guests making bookings 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 with an additional fee upon request. WiFi is offered free of charge and subject to availability. Certain facilities may be unavailable for technical reasons.

Please note that due to Covid-19 outbreak, Turkish Health Ministry imposed bans on all indoor saunas, steams rooms and swimming pools until further notice. In addition, we are no longer able to offer open buffet breakfast but only continental breakfast. We are really sorry that all these facilities / services are temporarily closed / unavailable for now; as per the health ministry guidance / ban.
We would like to thank you in advance for your understanding during this difficult times.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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 Sapphire

  • The prices at Hotel Sapphire may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Hotel Sapphire include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Twin/Double

  • Check-in at Hotel Sapphire is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Hotel Sapphire is 1,950 feet from the center of Istanbul.

  • Guests staying at Hotel Sapphire can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Hotel Sapphire by:

    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 30min

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

    • Evening entertainment
    • Public Bath
    • Themed dinners
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture