Hotel Poem
Akbiyik Cad.Terbiyik Sok. No:12 Sultanahmet
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Why people book this hotel
“The breakfast is very good and all the staff genuinely care about ensuring you h…”
“The staff were very friendly and sincere”
“The breakfasts were fantastic”
“Delicious breakfast”
“Fantastic location right in the middle of Sultanahmet and easy walking distance …”
“Excellent location”
“Our room was cozy and very beautiful too (we stayed in the Julius Verde room)”
“Beautiful room”
“Our room was large clean and comfortable”
“Room was very clean and comfortable”
Overview
Situated in the centre of Sultanahmet, just a short walk from the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, this special class category hotel offers a cheerful atmosphere and great-value accommodation overlooking the Bosphorus. All rooms are comfortably furnished and feature views of the Bosphorus, the gardens or city. The excellent location of Hotel Poem allows you to easily walk to the main historic sites of Istanbul, including Topkapi Palace. The Grand Bazaar is just a 10-minute walk away. There are excellent transport links nearby, to lead you to the rest of Istanbul. The friendly staff team is available 24 hours a day to offer recommendations.
Traveller reviews
Cara
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
A great boutique hotel. Located close to all the sites. Our room was large clean and comfortable . The breakfast is very good and all the staff genuinely care about ensuring you have a great stay in Istanbul. A really lovely hotel. Just by looking around I'd say at standout for this neighbourhood.
Roger
couple
May 20, 2026
Soundproofing not the best
Julia
couple
May 19, 2026
“A beautiful and cozy hotel with amazing staff, delicious breakfasts, and a truly special atmosphere.”
We loved everything about this hotel. The staff were very friendly and sincere. There were so many beautiful little details everywhere. Our room was cozy and very beautiful too (we stayed in the Julius Verde room). The view of the Bosphorus was amazing. In the room, there was a kettle, tea, coffee, sparkling water, and still water for free. It was so nice after a long day in the city. There were also chocolates and drinks in the minibar for an extra charge, but we didn’t try them. The bathroom had everything we needed: toothbrushes and toothpaste, a vanity kit, shower gel, and shampoo. The breakfasts were fantastic! Everything looked beautiful, the presentation was great, and the food was delicious. It really felt like enjoying the true atmosphere of Turkey ❤️ We would also like to thank all the hotel staff! Thank you for doing your job with so much care and a big heart! We also met the hotel cat named Zümrüt — she is an absolute sweetheart and such a cutie 🐈❤️ We truly recommend this hotel to everyone! We will definitely come back again ❤️
Robyn
couple
May 18, 2026
“Staff were all extremely helpful and lovely. We really enjoyed our stay here and would highly recommend it!”
Fantastic location right in the middle of Sultanahmet and easy walking distance to popular sights.
Rita
solo_traveller
May 15, 2026
Professional and super-friendly staff. Very good food. Beautiful hotel. Excellent location.
Johannes
couple
May 14, 2026
“Excellent service. Breakfast is incredible ✌🏼”
Gaynor
couple
May 14, 2026
“Fabulous stay - will definitely stay at Hotel Poem again.”
Everything was superb! Beautiful room. Friendly and very helpful staff. Delicious breakfast. Great location. Thank you to all the staff for making our stay so memorable.
Gregory
couple
May 10, 2026
“Exceptional”
Location, lovely staff, wonderful breakfasts
Stephen
solo_traveller
May 1, 2026
Helpfulness and friendliness of hotel staff was exceptional. Location was near to main attractions but in a quiet street. Breakfast was a joy each morning. Room was very clean and comfortable. All in all it was one of the best hotels we have had the pleasure to stay in.
Rich
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
“Nice Hotel with a great breakfast (but disappointed by being scammed by a ticket official)”
They served an "Exotic" breakfast with a wide range of Turkish food in small individual dishes. A great spread, but far too much to eat - friendly and helpful front of house staff - Well located hotel within easy walking distance of many attractions, including the main market - comfortable room (for an additional fee the manager allowed us to check out at 9pm in the evening as our flight only left at 1am)
musaeva
family_with_children
April 29, 2026
We really enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The room was bright and clean, not too small, cleaning was offered every day. Breakfast was served Turkish-style, with lots of small plates and eggs to choose from - very tasty. The location was convenient for us as well, we had all kinds of public transport nearby. The hosts were very nice and helped us arrange a transfer upon arrival. I would definitely recommend staying at this hotel!
Kirill
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
Good stay for my mom’s BD. She got room upgrade. She loved the breakfasts and the stay.
Olivia
solo_traveller
April 21, 2026
“Gorgeous Hotel with Gorgeous Staff!”
I loved the fact rooms had different names! Rooms and bathrooms were clean, the breakfast was like having your own buffet at your table they bring you so much food and the staff were exceptionally attentive! (Special shout out to Eren!:))
DIANA
couple
April 13, 2026
“Perfect hotel. Spacious room included bathroom and everything very clean. Royal breakfast! All staff (reception, breakfa”
Lovely Hotel, super clean, great b’fast and super staff
Ana Cristina
extended_group
April 6, 2026
“In the heart of the city, with all the comfort and friendliness.”
The hotel is like a very central boutique hotel, close to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The breakfast is excellent, with a wide variety of options. The staff are very friendly. Eren explained everything to us, and we felt very welcome. We loved staying at Hotel Poem.
Tatiana
family_with_children
April 2, 2026
“Fantastic!”
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel and would like to express our sincere appreciation. The manager, Eren, was exceptionally professional, welcoming, and attentive to every detail, which made our experience truly enjoyable. Everything was excellent, from the cleanliness of the rooms to the overall atmosphere and service. The staff was friendly and always ready to help, making us feel comfortable and well taken care of throughout our stay. The location was also very convenient, and the facilities exceeded our expectations. It’s clear that great effort is put into maintaining high standards. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a pleasant and relaxing stay, and we will gladly return again in the future. Thank you for a fantastic experience!
Irina
couple
April 1, 2026
The hotel was great, location super. Thanks to Eren , administrator, he was so helpful and kindhearted, and his Russian was is eally perfect. Traditional breakfasts were very rich and beautiful.
Linas
couple
March 29, 2026
“Amazing location, super clean, superb Turkish breakfast, highly recommended. Special thanks to Eran!”
Detlef
family_with_children
March 28, 2026
Thanks to Eren and the Team, they made us feel very welcome! Especially the great variety their breakfast has - keep up hosting guests this was <3
Billy
couple
March 27, 2026
“Lovely hotel and staff, making it an enjoyable stay.”
Good sized room and bathroom. Bed comfortable, and everything was spotlessly clean. Wonderful breakfast, albeit too much to eat! Staff were all very pleasant and helpful, especially Eren. Nice location, on quiet street, and very close to main tourist attractions of old town.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Visual aids: Braille, Visual aids: Tactile signs
Activities
Temporary art galleries, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance
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
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Breakfast in the room, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Kid-friendly buffet
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Heating, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Outdoor furniture
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
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
Services
Shuttle service, Express check-in/check-out, Car hire, Tour desk, Airport shuttle, Dry cleaning, Room service, 24-hour front desk, Ironing service, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries
Transport
Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room with Terrace
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a minibar, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Penthouse With Balcony and Jettub
Guests will have a special experience as this double room provides a hot tub and a spa bath. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a minibar, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Premier Room
Air-conditioned room with a satellite TV and minibar.
Premier Room with Patio
This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views.
Prime Room with Balcony
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a minibar, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Superior Room
Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned triple room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as city views.
Superior Triple Room with Sea View
Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned triple room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as sea views.
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