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About the Hotel

Alemdar Cad No 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

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9.3

9.6

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4.8

4.7

“The hotel's location made exploring Istanbul's historic sites a breeze.”view full review

Hotel Saint Sophia, a 4-star boutique property in the heart of Sultanahmet, sits adjacent to Hagia Sophia Museum. The 26-room hotel features L'vert Bvlgari amenities, complimentary bike rentals, and a restful courtyard offering afternoon tea service.

Luxury Room Amenities

The three room categories at Hotel Saint Sophia - Superior, Deluxe, and Grand Deluxe - feature massive wood parquets, Bianco Carrara marble bathrooms, and luxury linens. Each accommodation includes a Tchibo coffee machine, free minibar, and air conditioning.

Dining and Refreshments

Sophia Pita restaurant serves breakfast with homemade jams, dried fruits, artisanal bakery items, and champagne cocktails. The Sophia Pita Lounge provides complimentary high tea service.

Relaxation Spaces

The interior courtyard offers a quiet retreat from city exploration. Free Wi-Fi extends throughout the property, with a laptop available in the lobby.

Historic District Location

Boutique Saint Sophia stands within 3 minutes' walk of Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, and Basilica Cistern. The hotel is 10 minutes from Sirkeci and 28 miles from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.

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Hotel Saint Sophia offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Terrace

2 persons

380 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior Double Room

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Single Room

2 persons

155 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Double Room

2 persons

230 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Facilities

Hotel Saint Sophia offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Turkish Breakfast Delight

“The Turkish breakfast at Hotel Saint Sophia was excellent! I loved the way it was served directly to the table, with a variety of delicious options like cheeses, olives, and spreads. Plus, I could order all kinds of eggs to my liking. It truly was like a feast!” view full review

Luxury in Comfort

“I stayed in a Grand Beautiful Double Room with a balcony that provided a fine view of the Hagia Sophia. The room was not only well-appointed but also included a comfortable bed and a marble bathroom with a refreshing walk-in shower. It really felt luxurious!” view full review

Elegant Marble Bathroom

“The bathroom in my room was beautifully designed with elegant marble and a modern walk-in shower. The water was always hot, and it was like a little spa retreat every time I stepped in. A perfect touch to a fabulous stay!” view full review

Cozy and Stylish

“The bedroom of my Superior Double Room was cozy yet stylish, perfectly blending comfort with modern amenities. The soft lighting and ample wardrobe space made for a comfortable and cute atmosphere, allowing me to relax completely.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.9/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Horseback riding
Cycling
Bowling
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Hotel Saint Sophia Location

Alemdar Cad No 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

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Alemdar Cad No 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

City landmarks

Mosque

Blue Mosque

3100 ft

Museum

Topkapi Palace

3000 ft

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

1.2 mi

Landmark

Topkapi Palace harem

2700 ft

Bridge

Galata Bridge

1.0 mi

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

3400 ft

Landmark

Mosaic Museum

2200 ft

Mosque

Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque

2900 ft

Mosque

Rustem Pasha Mosque

1.1 mi

Gallery

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

1.5 mi

Square

Beyazit Tower

4500 ft

Square

Beyazit Square

5300 ft

Nearby

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

900 ft

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

600 ft

Square

Sultanahmet District

1800 ft

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

1700 ft

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

600 ft

Historic Areas of Istanbul

1000 ft

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

1600 ft

Monument

Serpent Column

1800 ft

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

100 ft

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

1800 ft

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

1500 ft

Museum

Hagia Irene

1700 ft

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

1900 ft

Museum

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

1800 ft

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

200 ft

Museum

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

1500 ft

Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet

900 ft

Merkez Beyazit

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

1800 ft

Restaurants

Theodora Restaurant

100 ft

Alemdar Cad. No:2 Sultanahmet

Alemdar Restaurant

200 ft

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. No: 5/2 Sultanahmet

The And Hotel

800 ft

Yerebatan Cad. No:18 Sultanahmet

House of Medusa

800 ft

Yerebatan Caddesi No:9 Sultanahmet

Zeynep Sultan

300 ft

Alemdar caddesi 9 Sultanahmet

Gulhane Sark Sofrasi

1000 ft

AlayKosku Cad. No: 22

Kilari

700 ft

Alemdar Mah. Yerebatan Cad . No:10 Sultanahmet

Getting around

City Centre

Istanbul8 min · 2000 ft

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)68 min · 27.8 mi

Istanbul Airport (IST)69 min · 28.4 mi

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station4 min · 1000 ft

Underground

Vezneciler21 min · 1.1 mi

Halic23 min · 1.2 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel Saint Sophia guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Turkish, Arabic

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Former name

Saint Sophia Hotel Istanbul

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Saint Sophia from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 776 verified reviews

9.3/10

Perfect

98%

Recommend

Breakfast

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.3/10

Comfort

9.3/10

Facilities

8.9/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.9/10

Location

9.8/10

Paid Wi-Fi

9.7/10

Staff

9.7/10

Value for money

9.1/10

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