Elasophia Hotel
Alemdar Cd. No: 9A Sultanahmet - Istanbul
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Why people book this hotel
“The location is excellent, right in the city center and very close to Hagia Soph…”
“Mustafa helped us with airport shuttle, Bosphorus boat tour, etc”
“Staff was kind and willing to help”
“Location was outstanding and staff and service super”
“The breakfast was simply fantastic”
“Finally, the breakfast buffet had many options, but keep in mind that is not the…”
“Left the hotel after we have seen the room”
“Also I have to mention, that we arrived earlier than the check in and the staff …”
“Excellent location, clean, really pleasant stay”
“It's also very clean, with nice view and although it's located at a busy place, …”
“In general, it's a very good choice at a worthy price”
“A bit outdated, but overall good value for its location”
Overview
The Elasophia Hotel is an elegant hotel in Sultanahmet, Istanbul’s old city centre. The hotel offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi and is ideally located for exploring the city. The hotel’s 15 guest rooms are simply furnished in a traditional Turkish style. Each room is air conditioned and features an en suite bathroom. A minibar and satellite TV are also available. A traditional Turkish breakfast buffet is served daily. You can find many restaurants in the area that serve local cuisine. Elasophia Hotel is within easy walking distance of the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar.
Traveller reviews
Paweł
solo_traveller
June 17, 2026
We are very satisfied with our stay and really enjoyed it. The owner was extremely kind and welcoming. He even waited for us late at night, which we greatly appreciated. The location is excellent, right in the city center and very close to Hagia Sophia. The breakfast was simply fantastic. We highly recommend this place.
Nadezhda
solo_traveller
June 15, 2026
Great hospitality and very easy and smooth communication before arrival. Mustafa helped us with airport shuttle, Bosphorus boat tour, etc. Excellent location, clean, really pleasant stay. The only thing to have in mind only for people with difficulties climbing up stairs, there are such, but they helped us with the luggage. We hope we can come back soon and highly recommend it!
Pier Damiano
couple
May 30, 2026
“Excellent location, but better not to mention the rest.”
The location is the best asset of the hotel: the best historical attraction of Istanbul are very near, at a walking distance. Staff was kind and willing to help
Hennie
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
“Not what you see online”
Nothing. Left the hotel after we have seen the room.
Leyton
extended_group
May 21, 2026
Location was outstanding and staff and service super
Achilles
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
“Good choice, convenient location, helpful and pleasant staff”
It's a very nice hotel at the perfect location. It is next to agia Sophia and topkapi and it has very close 2 tram stations (approximately 5 mins. walking). The staff is very kind and willing to help at every request we had. It's also very clean, with nice view and although it's located at a busy place, it's not noisy. Also I have to mention, that we arrived earlier than the check in and the staff did everything they could to have a room ready in order to help us. Finally, the breakfast buffet had many options, but keep in mind that is not the classic "european style" breakfast, it's based on the local cuisine and the Turkish dietary culture. In general, it's a very good choice at a worthy price! Congrats to the management and huge thank you to the receptionist and cleaning staff!!😁😁
Dariya
family_with_children
May 16, 2026
“Good value , great location”
Great location, very convenient to walk anywhere and tram station is nearby. Excellent breakfast at hotel's cozy restaurant overlooking the busy street next to Hagia Sophia. Good variety of local food and excellent Turkish tea! Staff is attentive and polite. It is good for a short stay in Istanbul, where you mostly wonder around the city. Comfortable beds, clean bathroom. A bit outdated, but overall good value for its location. 5min walk to Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, & Basilica Cistern.
Luca
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
“Perfect position!”
The position of the hotel is perfect! Everything is close.
Matthew
solo_traveller
May 12, 2026
“I will be making a refund request to booking.com”
I need to register a complaint as they moved me to a dirty basement room in a different hotel
Ramazan
family_with_children
April 29, 2026
“The TV in my room was not working, and the toilet was not flushing properly. My request for a room change was not accept”
Only location.
Darlene
solo_traveller
April 29, 2026
“Very nice people and great location -”
THey wanted cash for any service including payment of the room and getting cash in Turkey is very expensive through banks so very unhappy about that.
Zahra
couple
April 20, 2026
Location
Hassan
couple
April 15, 2026
“Mustapha and his colleague very friendly and very helpful- give service above and beyond their scope”
Good staff and good breakfast
Tmusic
couple
April 13, 2026
“Best location to visit Istanbul”
Location was splendid. It is at walking distance to all major highlights. It is close to tram station. We could better plan our visits to sightseeings. In pause we could get back to hotel, for short break and than continue. This meant a lot. Breakfast is versitile.
ARISTIDIS
couple
April 10, 2026
“Pleasant stay in Constantinople!”
It was a very pleasant stay, the staff was very polite and helpful, especially Mustafa at the reception. The location is perfect, the room was clean. Breakfast was also nice and had variety of local food. Thank you all! Suggested 100%
malik perang
couple
April 6, 2026
The room is quite big and just a few meters to the Hagia Sophia. The staff Mr Muzaffar was really entertaining and friendly.
Ali Hamidov
family_with_children
March 17, 2026
“highly recommended”
breakfast was good , location good. good personal , good breakfast . staff was very helpful.
Sigita
family_with_children
March 16, 2026
Everything was great! Staff was so helpful. We arrived about 22:00 but they organised dinner for us anyway. Would stay there again definitely. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ivana
solo_traveller
March 14, 2026
Location, food, people working in kitchen and restaurant.
Niranjana
family_with_children
March 12, 2026
“Family holiday”
The location and the breakfast.
Facilities
Activities
Games room, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Entertainment and family services
Indoor play area
Food & Drink
Kid-friendly buffet, Coffee house on site, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, Family rooms, WiFi available in all areas, Safety deposit box, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Carbon monoxide sources, 24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Shuttle service, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Airport shuttle, 24-hour front desk, ATM/cash machine on site, Concierge service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Tour desk
Transport
Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room
The fireplace is a top feature of this family room. Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views.
Double Room
Guests will have a special experience as the double room features a fireplace. Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Triple Room
Three single beds or one double bed and one single bed can be requested for this room.
Standard Single Room
This single room's standout feature is the fireplace. Offering free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned single room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
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