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Ayasultan Hotel

A 3-star hotel in Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet district, steps from Hagia Sophia and a minute's walk from the tram.

  • Prime location near Hagia Sophia and tram
  • Breakfast with sea views
  • Helpful, attentive staff
9 Perfect 4648 reviews Booking.com 9 · 4648 reviews

About

Ayasultan Hotel

Ayasultan Hotel sits in the heart of Sultanahmet, roughly 200 meters from major sights and a minute's walk from the tram stop. The Hagia Sophia Museum is only a few metres away, making it a practical base for first-time visitors to Istanbul.

The hotel is equipped with modern comforts: air conditioning, soundproofed rooms, a restaurant, and a terrace. Guests can use the luggage storage, currency exchange, and benefit from 24-hour reception and security. A paid airport shuttle is available, and the property offers rooms for disabled guests.

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

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Unbeatable central location — The hotel is steps from Hagia Sophia and about 200 meters from major sights, with a tram stop roughly a minute's walk away.
  • Friendly, helpful staff — Multiple guests call out the courteous and attentive staff, from reception to breakfast service.
  • Breakfast with a view — The breakfast room offers direct sea views, and guests describe the breakfast as above average and savoury.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Rooms and cleanliness rated lower — Guest scores for rooms and cleanliness are the hotel's weakest category, at 6 out of 10.
  • Dining scores moderately — Dining receives a 7 out of 10, which is solid but not exceptional.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets on site.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons

Family Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds,3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

General

  • 24-hour reception
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Luggage storage
  • No smoking on site
  • Disabled facilities

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Children's buffet
  • Vending machines

Room Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9
Perfect 4648 reviews

Guest-rated 9/10 from 4,648 reviews

Booking.com · 9 · 4648 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness6.0
Location9.0
Dining7.0
Price and service8.0
9Verified guest

“Prime location, really good staff, scenic breakfast views.”

9Verified guest

“Very nice staff. Helpful, courteous.”

9Verified guest

“The location is great. The subway is 1 minute away, and the staff is very nice.”

9Verified guest

“Highly attentive breakfast staff provided excellent service.”

9Verified guest

“The location is great. Super friendly and helpful staff. Super close to transportation. Sights 200 meters away. Everything you need for a short vacation. Hotel very clean. Great view from the breakfast room. Direct sea view. Everything's great.”

9Verified guest

“My stay was real good here. At the restaurant, breakfast was above average and savoury with a nice view. The check-in was easy and the atmosphere was quiet throughout the hotel. Furthermore, parking was nearby and convenient.”

04 — Location

Getting around Istanbul

The property sits in Istanbul.

Sultanahmet: The hotel sits in Sultanahmet, Istanbul's historic heart, with Hagia Sophia a few metres away. The area is packed with sights, restaurants and shops.

Transport: The tram stop is about a 1-minute walk (roughly 100 meters), giving easy access to the Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar and other districts.

Sea of Marmara: Approximately 5 minutes by car from the Sea of Marmara, so you can easily reach the water and its promenades.

Alemdar Mah.Catalcesme Str. No.26, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34410, 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
56 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

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

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59. Check-out is by 12:00.

Does the hotel allow pets?

No, pets are not allowed on the property.

Is there an airport shuttle?

Yes, the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Is the hotel accessible for guests with disabilities?

Yes, it has rooms and facilities for disabled guests, including a bathroom for disabled guests.

Does the hotel have on-site dining?

Yes, there is a restaurant and a coffee shop. Breakfast is served, and guests mention sea views from the breakfast room.

Is Wi-Fi available?

Yes, Wi-Fi is listed among the hotel's amenities.

The bottom line

For travellers who prioritise location above all, Ayasultan Hotel delivers: a central Sultanahmet address, a tram stop at the door, and breakfast with sea views. The trade-off is a weaker score for rooms and cleanliness, so set expectations accordingly. Staff and service are the highlight.

9The trade-off is rooms and cleanliness, but you're paying for the location.

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