Holiday Inn Istanbul Old City, an IHG Hotel
Gencturk Cad. Sirvanizade Sok. No:5 Vezneciler
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Why people book this hotel
“Good spacious room and great location”
“calm and staff were helpful and good location”
“Good staff”
“Location and staff”
“A the dining room specially miss Gigdem , very kind and helpful”
“Good personnel, pleasant lobby, sauna, beds”
“Friendly staff, clean room”
“It’s in the heart of the city, clean, spacious and nice”
“Liked the fact that the hotel offered to arrange taxi service, at affordable pri…”
“Solid breakfast”
Overview
Located in the Old City of Istanbul, Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City is a 12-minute walk from the Grand Bazaar. Among the facilities of this property are a spa and fitness centre, business centre, restaurant, paid valet parking, 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel is close to popular attractions like Sultanahmet Square, Hagia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern. Air conditioning, flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker and minibar are standard in Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City’s rooms. Private bathrooms offer shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. The hotel has an open lobby where guests can enjoy all dining menu with local and imported drinks. A work station and board games are available for guests' use in the lobby. The Modern restaurant and bar offer international and Turkish cuisines with vegetarian and gluten-free options. At the spa, guests can relax in the traditional marble hammam or schedule a foam massage. There is also a fitness centre to train before heading out to explore Istanbul’s tourist attractions. Property is located 400 metres from Aksaray Tram Station, 500 metres from Vezneciler Metro Station, 700 metres from Marmaray Station and 2 km from IDO Yenikapi Port enabling easy access to different parts of the city as well as to other public transports. CNR Expo Centre is 15 km while Historia Shopping and Life Centre is 1.6 km from the property. Istanbul Airport is 42 km while Sabiha Gokcen Airport 45 km away. Airport shuttle is provided at an additional fee. We provide paid car park and valet service in addition to electric vehicle charge station (EV charge station). With its unique location, for the area municipality takes precautions during 10.00-21.00 therefore it is closed to local plate car entrance during 10.00-21.00. Cars with foreign plates can enter in the are showing their reservation confirmation to officers from the entrance locations. Car exit is allowed during 10.00-21.00.
Traveller reviews
Nikola
solo_traveller
June 23, 2026
Good spacious room and great location. Solid breakfast.
Dean
family_with_children
June 2, 2026
“very nice and relaxing”
calm and staff were helpful and good location
Elyzaveta
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
“Overall, the room did not meet basic cleanliness and maintenance standards.”
Good location. Good staff
katarzyna
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
The location is great.
FILLIPUS
couple
May 29, 2026
“Staff go an extra mile and always willing to help”
Location
Ricardo
couple
May 21, 2026
Everything
Ricardo
couple
May 19, 2026
“Good location , nice staff”
Location and staff. A the dining room specially miss Gigdem , very kind and helpful .
Mimoglu
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
Staff very helpful,Osman at reception was extremely helpful
Artan
couple
May 9, 2026
“Good but The shower floor was slippery. This poses a risk.”
The shower floor was slippery. This poses a risk.
Eshtokina
couple
May 6, 2026
“Very good location and friendly helpful staff”
Staff was very great and friendly 24 hours, organized pretty well excursions and cheap friendly taxi transfer to the airport
Hamed
couple
May 4, 2026
Best location.....the hotel located little away from main roads so don't hear any cars sounds. For me at this time it is the best hotel in Istanbul.
Vladimir
family_with_children
April 29, 2026
Really good Holiday Inn. Good personnel, pleasant lobby, sauna, beds. Transfers to the airport are significantly cheaper than BiTaxi.
Annette
couple
April 23, 2026
“Great place to start your holiday travels”
The location was perfect for us.
Vlad
couple
April 7, 2026
“You get what they promise.”
Quite good location, fairly quiet area/room. Staff was friendly. Got a free room upgrade.
Aneela
family_with_children
April 5, 2026
“Good stay”
Helpful staff
Daniela
couple
March 19, 2026
Spacious room, perfect will definitely be back again.
Weronika
couple
March 15, 2026
Friendly staff, clean room
Najjwa
couple
March 15, 2026
I like all the property so far
Lindsey
couple
February 28, 2026
“Worked well for a one night stopover in Istanbul to be close to old City mosques and sightseeing”
Location was great for the Old City & Galata and good access out to the airport was pretty slick
Shui Foon
couple
February 27, 2026
“All good except if the housekeeping team is more responsive would be better”
It’s in the heart of the city, clean, spacious and nice. Liked the fact that the hotel offered to arrange taxi service, at affordable price, to the airport.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Lower bathroom sink, Emergency cord in bathroom, Visual aids: Braille, Visual aids: Tactile signs
Activities
Happy hour, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Hair treatments, Hair cut, Hair colouring, Hair styling, Body treatments, Body scrub, Spa facilities, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Massage chair, Fitness, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Sauna, Fitness centre, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Hammam
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, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Baby safety gates
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Snack bar, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Facilities for disabled guests, Lift, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Minimarket on site
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Accessible parking, Parking, Parking garage
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 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
Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Concierge service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Shuttle service, Valet parking, Barber/beauty shop, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Business centre, Laundry, Dry cleaning, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Transport
Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Premium Queen Room
Featuring a double bed and a sofa bed, this room is designed to meet your business and leisure needs. Free WiFi is available in rooms to stay connected during your stay. The hotel's comfortable mattress and pillow menu will ensure a good night sleep as well.
Standard King Room - Accessible
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Queen Room
Featuring a queen-size bed, this room is designed to meet your business and leisure needs. Free WiFi is available in rooms to stay connected during your stay. The hotel's comfortable mattress and pillow menu will ensure a good night sleep as well.
Standard Queen Room with Balcony
This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with city views. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Room
Featuring a double bed, this room is designed to meet your business and leisure needs. Free WiFi is available in rooms to stay connected during your stay. The hotel's comfortable mattress and pillow menu will ensure a good night sleep as well.
Standard Room with Two Single Beds
Featuring two single beds, this room is designed to meet your business and leisure needs. Free WiFi is available in rooms to stay connected during your stay. The hotel's comfortable mattress and pillow menu will ensure a good night sleep as well.
King Suite with Balcony
Featuring a hot tub, this spacious suite offers a balcony. The room has a separate living room and a dining area. Living room is fitted with a TV. The hotel's comfortable mattress and pillow menu will ensure a good night sleep as well.
Queen Suite
Featuring free toiletries, this suite includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. This suite has air conditioning, soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Queen Suite with Balcony
Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this suite includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.
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