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Sultan Palace Hotel

A 3-star hotel in Sultanahmet, a 12-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, with sea views, a terrace, and free Wi-Fi throughout.

  • Walk to Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque
  • Sea-view rooms and roof terrace
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
8.2 Great 779 reviews Booking.com 8.2 · 779 reviews

About

Sultan Palace Hotel

Sultan Palace Hotel sits on a quiet street in Sultanahmet, Istanbul's historic peninsula. The 3-star property is a 12-minute walk from Hagia Sophia Museum, and the Blue Mosque is about five minutes away. With a 24-hour reception, currency exchange, and a tour desk, it's set up for sightseers.

The hotel has a mix of rooms, from budget doubles to sea-view rooms with balconies. Common touches include air conditioning, heating, and flat-screen TVs. Guests gather on the terrace and sun terrace, and there's a coffee shop plus room service for when you want to stay in.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Historic heart location — Rooms face a nearby mosque, and the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are within a short walk. The hotel also has sea views from some rooms and the terrace.
  • Terrace and sea views — The roof terrace and sun terrace are popular for relaxing, with several rooms offering sea views from balconies.
  • Friendly, helpful staff — Guests repeatedly describe the staff as kind, family-like, and keen to help with travel tips or hold onto forgotten items.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Rooms can feel small — One guest called their room 'a little bit small', and the budget double is compact for the price.
  • Price for what you get — A few guests felt the cost was high for the class of hotel and the room size, even when the location was praised.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel doesn't permit pets, so travellers with animals need to look elsewhere.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Double or Twin Room Sea View

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double or Twin Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double or Twin Room Sea View Balcony

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Triple Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Hotel services

  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Currency exchange
  • Luggage storage
  • VIP check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Fax/Photocopying

Dining

  • Coffee shop
  • Room service
  • In-room breakfast
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
  • Welcome drink
  • Outdoor dining area

Room comforts

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Free toiletries
  • Ironing facilities

Family and accessibility

  • Cots
  • Playpen
  • Baby pushchair
  • Lift

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.2
Great 779 reviews

Guest-rated 8.2/10 from 779 reviews

Booking.com · 8.2 · 779 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness5.0
Location9.0
Dining7.0
Price and service6.0
8.2Verified guest

“The roof terrace views are lovely, and the location makes it easy to explore the area's history and landmarks.”

8.2Verified guest

“The location was wonderful, right next to a mosque. Aynen Durum, a local fast-food spot, was a five-minute walk away. The room was a good size, with a nice view from a cosy balcony, and the TV had English channels.”

8.2Verified guest

“The breakfast had amazing eggs and cheese. The room was compact but comfortable, with access to the terrace. The location was incredible, close to the monuments.”

8.2Verified guest

“Every morning I woke to views of a nearby mosque and the sea. The staff treated me like family and were always ready with travel advice. Truly charming.”

8.2Verified guest

“I loved the original-style building and the beautifully decorated room with its terrace.”

8.2Verified guest

“The location was excellent, but the room was a bit small. The staff were polite.”

04 — Location

Getting around Istanbul

The property sits in Istanbul.

Sultanahmet: This is the old city's historic core, with the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia within a five- to twelve-minute walk. Expect crowds during the day and a quieter, atmospheric feel in the evening.

Katip Sinan Camii Sokak No:38 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34122, Türkiye

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
22 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.

Is breakfast included?

Yes, guests mention a complimentary breakfast with eggs and cheese, served each morning.

Does the hotel have parking?

The hotel lists parking and valet parking as amenities, though no details on availability or cost are provided.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Is there an airport shuttle?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.

The bottom line

For travellers who want to be in the middle of Sultanahmet's sights and don't mind compact rooms, Sultan Palace Hotel delivers on location, sea views, and a genuinely warm staff. The price may feel steep for the size, but the setting is hard to beat.

8.2Best for first-time visitors to Istanbul who plan to spend most of their time exploring the old city.

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