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Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Sultanahmet Square

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Property entrance
Lunch and dinner served, Turkish cuisine
Standard Room Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Lunch and dinner served, Turkish cuisine
Reception
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul captures the city's energy, just a short walk from Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast with local specialties, city views from the rooftop terrace, dining at the on-site restaurant, or visiting the arcade room.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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TV

Standard Room Sea View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Adjoining Sea View Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View, Corner | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | View from room

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, 34440

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Sultanahmet Station - 3 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 12 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sultanahmet Sosyal Tesisleri - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪İstanbul Kitap Kafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ortaklar Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Çiğdem Pastanesi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Upscale hotel near Sultanahmet Square
A short walk from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a rooftop terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. In addition to an arcade/game room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A porter/bellhop, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast, and helpful staff
Room features
All 54 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and separate tubs/showers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and phones

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TRY 550.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: TRY 550.0 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 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 14493

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul located?

Located in Sultanahmet, this hotel is steps from Turkish and Islamic Art Museum and Sultanahmet Square. Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar are also within 10 minutes. Sultanahmet Station is only a 3-minute walk and Cemberlitas Station is 5 minutes.

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Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 694 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1006 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CHANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, professional staff, walking distance to attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The roof top restaurant has amazing view
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mehwish

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrikank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with a stunning, unobstructed view of the mosque. The breakfast and room were outstanding. We also enjoyed fantastic views of the ocean and city from both the room and the top floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning view of Blue Mosque etc
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Or room had a view of the Haghia Sophia and the Sultanahmet mosque. We were able to do all of old town walking. The room was nice and very clean. The breakfasts was very good and the staff very kind. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very comfortable. The room was very nice and spacious. Beautiful view. Staff were very pleasant and helpful.Rooftop restaurant was very nice. Great 4-day stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saeed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all istanbul main attraction Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Changan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the tour area and great breakfast with beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located near all the tourist attractions. Very walkable and very professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a fantastic place with a wonderful view from the room - the breakfast was delicious, the room was spacious and clean, such a friendly staff. We had wonderful stay - will definitely come again when visiting Istanbul next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anamaria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is fantastic! Hotel is extremely conveniently located. I just wish the shower had more water pressure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at reception including the bellboys are awesome! Very clean hotel and excellent location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yojant

Excellent property
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 min walking to tram and all surrounding mosques and museums and restaurants and shopping.Rooftop restaurant offers spectacular city views. Will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for activities. Staff in front desk was amazing. The staff in the restaurant not to friendly. Food was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nahia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Arcadia Blue! In the middle of the old city n, close to all attractions. Staff was very nice and helpful. View from our room was stunning! The restaurant on the rooftop is great! Will definitely go back if we have to visit Istanbul again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views, lovely breakfast included. Clean rooms, attentive staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views! Very helpful staff. Location very convenient on a quieter street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Istanbul discovery

Central location great hotel great value
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haijun

Liked: Amenities
nice location and view
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great breakfast, and excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

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