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Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Rooftop terrace
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Free daily buffet breakfast
Experience the warmth of Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class, nestled near Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar. Savor a breakfast buffet, unwind on the sun-kissed terrace, and stay connected with in-room WiFi; enjoy dry cleaning services, access to a nearby health club, or simply relax with coffee/tea in the lobby.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Down duvet
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Down duvet
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Exclusive Triple Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Exclusive Triple Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Exclusive Double Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Exclusive Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Basement Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Double Basement Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Economy Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Küçük Ayasofya Mahallesi Demirci Resit, Sokak No: 28 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Galata Tower - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station - 8 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Art Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Korean Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪My Terrace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Warung Ibu Deden - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Garden 1897 Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

Family-friendly hotel near Blue Mosque
Located close to Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar, Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class provides a free breakfast buffet, a free manager's reception, and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Limo/town car service, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a porter/bellhop
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, showers, and hair dryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, composting, and eco-friendly cleaning products

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day); discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 km
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Farming classes
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 110 (roundtrip)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (492 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 06491

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

National rating

The Turkish Ministry of Tourism assigns an official classification for accommodations in Türkiye. This Hotel property is awarded the following classification: Special Class.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class?

Check-out is at 12:30 PM.

Does Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class located?

This family-friendly Istanbul hotel is located in the historical district, within a 15-minute walk of Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Grand Bazaar. Egyptian Bazaar and Topkapi Palace are also within 2 mi (3 km). Cemberlitas Station is 8 minutes by foot and Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes.

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Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Umar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very attentive, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheikh Mahbub

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very close to attractions and shopping street.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, really nice staff. Included breakfast was convenient and our room was very clean, would recommend for a nice mix of affordable and great location! There is an incredible garden restaurant across the street- don’t miss it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guys in reception Murad .Ali and sultan and Angela from the kitchen very nice . Every one else as well is welcoming and generous.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ghaleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent, Ali was very helpful, thank you very much guys
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhuha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this hotel for three nights and had a wonderful experience overall. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming and their hospitality truly stood out. They were always helpful and ready to assist with anything we needed. The only downside was that the room felt a bit small for us but everything else made up for it. A cozy place with great service in a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

khoilog

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly stuff made our stay enjoyable. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was in excellent shape, and the staff (Manager) were very attentive and helpful. Although there was no elevator, we got help carrying the luggage to our room. The room was a little bit small but very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ksenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The nicest staff I have ever dealt with. I noticed for myself one thing that the street the hotel is on doesn’t have many cars passing by so it’s pretty quite compare to other areas. All clean rooms and hotel itself. Great stay overall. Rooms a bit small but bathroom is good size. We didn’t stay in room for long so didn’t care much about the room size.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ayasofya Hotel way just perfect for us, it’s very clean, situated in Fatih near sultanahmet square, you can go down to the sea, up to the historical places, not far away from Bayazit also you could easily go into the other side of Galata tower(Tasksim) easily. The staffs are very nice and welcoming. First day we arrived at 1AM the reception still open, there was a mismatch between our reservation from Expedia and what they have in their system but it wasn’t a problem and they gave us a better room. I highly recommend this Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Hazel May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service is topnotch! Shout out to Mustafa and all staff for very accommodating. The room is clean and break is fresh. We’ll recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely hotel to stay in. Complimentary Teas and Coffees were a nice touch. Always within 15 mins walk of main sites and metro stops to get around the city quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Youness

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to visit all key monuments. The Staff is very friendly and helpful, the room was clean and well maintained. Note: The room is quite small in case space is a concern
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elhadji Ndane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the hotel in the last minute for one day to stay in Istanbul and we are glad to do so. Everything about the hotel was amazing. Great, clean rooms, Very close to tourist attractions Great breakfast on top of the hotel where we could see the Bosphorus. But the most important, The hotel staff, Amazing people! I have no words to describe the way they treated us. Thank you very much on behalf of my family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

alia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, overall well maintained and good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Konum ve Otel güzeldi. Temiz. Kahvaltı harika. Tavsiye ederim🤗
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. The breakfast buffet was so bountiful that they ran out of room for the food on the buffet. Our room was clean and there was a nice playground nearby for our little one. We will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Schone kamers net hotel Ontbijt is heerlijk
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Le service était impeccables. Merci Harold et Sultan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was gefehlt hat,war beim Frühstück was Angeboten wir. Bei unseren Aufenthalt wurde gerade die Terrasse renoviert,aber wer rauchen wollte,konnte sie betreten. Sonst für einen kurz Trip sehr geeignet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and very helpful stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUKRU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Güzel bir otel çevre olarak tüm merkezi yerlere yakın, çalışanlar güler yüzlü ve ilgililer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, with superb service. Rooms are clean and spacious. The staff is amazing. Very helpful and caring!! I would recommend this hotel. And will plan my next stay there as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

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