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Hotel Gul Sultan

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, 5-minute walk to Hagia Sophia

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Terrace/patio
Economy Double Room (No Window) | 1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Interior
Hotel Gul Sultan in central Istanbul offers scenic city views from the rooftop terrace. Enjoy on-site shopping and nearby historical treasures like Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Car rentals and free train station pick-up make exploring the city effortless.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, City View | 1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room (No Window) | 1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Double Room (No Window)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Akbiyik Cad No:7 , Eminonu, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34022

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 3 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 8 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seafront Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albura Kathisma Cafe & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Köşk Cafe & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪By Kinyas Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rumist Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Gul Sultan

Hotel near Hagia Sophia
A short walk from Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square, Hotel Gul Sultan provides an airport shuttle, a rooftop terrace, and shopping on site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as car rentals on site.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free train station pick-up, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • A TV in the lobby, a porter/bellhop, and luggage storage
  • A gift shop, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 55-cm TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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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 (TRY 200 per day); discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Things to do

  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-cm TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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 15 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 15 are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 1500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: TRY 200 per day (656 ft away)

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 2022-34-0315

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 15 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Gul Sultan Hotel
Gul Sultan Istanbul
Hotel Gul Sultan
Hotel Gul Sultan Istanbul
Hotel Gul Sultan Hotel
Hotel Gul Sultan Istanbul
Hotel Gul Sultan Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Gul Sultan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Gul Sultan?

Motorcycle parking only.

What time is check-in at Hotel Gul Sultan?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Gul Sultan?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Does Hotel Gul Sultan provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TRY 1500 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Gul Sultan located?

Located in Sultanahmet, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Sultanahmet Square. Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace are also within 1 mi (2 km). Istanbul Cankurtaran Station is only a 3-minute walk and Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Gul Sultan Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 187 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel in Istambul people are so friendly I highly recommend the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mücahit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Room was very clean, the bathroom was also very clean and big. The reception is very friendly, I can only recommend this hotel, if you like to visit the historical places in Fatih
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding customer service.Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Asma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel and good staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located just 2 minutes walk from S Sophia, staff very nice and helpful, just some noise during the night due to pubs and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niels

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We loved the place. It was very clean and good mattress. The shower was great and a lot bigger than the one we had in other places we stayed. It is so close to the two famous mosques and the basilica cisterna and anything else so it is a great spot to explore. You are in the heart of it all. It does get a bit noisy at night as it’s at the end of a busy bar street but the price does reflect this in our opinion. I slept through most of it and ear plugs did wonders. We would stay again for sure. Overall great place for the price we paid.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Recommend

Hospitable and friendly staff and clean environment but with music at night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just great!!e and my family liked the hotel. The front desk staff was really friendly and nice people! They helped us with everything including getting the ride to the airport. We got really nice shuttle bus! The hotel room was really comfortable and great! Really liked it! The area around was also great! Many good restaurants and shops. Many great sightseeing places are right there. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and had been renovated a year or so ago. The staff were excellent and very helpful. There is no elevator so be prepared for a couple of flights of stairs. We felt very comfortable and would definitely go back! The street is one way and narrow so there was often a lot of tour buses lined up as they dropped tourists headinf to Top Kapi, Hagua Sophia, etc. The great thing is the hotel is very easy walking to all of those sights, and to the tram which we took a number of times. Highly recommend ordering an Istanbul Karte as you will need that for trams, buses, ferries, and toilets! You can use one karte per group.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasurbek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I will recommend to stay at this hotel, it is super clean and location is great. Staff also very nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with friendly and helpful staff and good facilities. Location is great also, close to many attractions. The staff helped us organise transport to and from hotel and helped us get the best deals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very much enjoyed our stay in Istanbul. The front desk was very helpful and the accommodation was nice! Very close to old Istanbul and it was easy to walk everywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful and friendly staff, great central location, just a quick walk to transport, Blue Mosque, Haggia Sofia etc. Restaurants and supermarkets a few steps away. Nice new bathroom, clean and tidy. I was a bit worried before booking as there was a few comments about noise from the street/bars, but it didnt disturbed my sleep (i was low floor facing the street). Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Friendly staff, great location, noisy at night

The best thing about this hotel was the rooftop terrace. Some chairs and tables on the terrace. Terrace was mostly private and no one else was up there. Stunning view of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, old city wall, and Bosphorus from the terrace. Staff was very friendly. They were able to give us recommendations and call us a taxi. 5-10 minute walk to Hagia Sophia, and also a 5-10 minute walk to the Bosphorus area. The hotel is on a street with a lot of restaurants, shops, and pubs. Very noisy late into the night. The hotel has a lobby and a man in the lobby at all times for service requests and for security. Breakfast is not included but there are restaurants nearby. Hotel was clean. Room had AC unit, a mini fridge, and TV. Bed was just okay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed our stay, room was very clean. Bathroom was excellent. Very close to all the big sights. Plenty of good restaurants on the door step
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service! The staff is amazing. The hotel is located conveniently close to major tourist atractions, such as Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque. Many dining options and pick up for tours is highly available. Sometimes the restaurants or pubs within the same street can get loud. But in our case there was only one noisy night but ended relatively quick. In general its a great place, very clean, and friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francois

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

Highly recommend

Great location near Ayia Sofia and many restaurants. Cute place and friendly service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

özkan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Herşey güzeldi çalışanlar ilgili sadece çevreden gelen müzik sesleri rahatsız ediyor
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Highly recommended Great staff, walking distance to major sites
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kazuo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
アヤソフィアとブルーモスクに近く静かで清潔な部屋　安い部屋代 最高です
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

hameid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. The owner was very kind and showed a great amount of care to ensure we had the best experience possible.

10/10 Excellent

Iqbal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, very comfortable and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gul Sultan has an awesome location. 10 min walk to the main attractions. The staff are warm and helpfull, especially Sherhan. The property is wel maintained and looks recently renovated. It is a small quaint place. The rooms are a bIt tight but very clean. Bahroom also was very clean. The property sits on a main thoroughfare with lots of restaurants, cafes and pubs... which makes the area quite busy.... but I think that's practically all over Istanbul Would I stay here again? Yes, I would
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

IMRAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was quite hectic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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