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AHC Ayasofya Hotel

Istanbul's Pierre Loti Hotel Old City-Special Class combines international dining with spa relaxation just steps from historic Sultanahmet Square

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In the heart of Old City, Pierre Loti Hotel Old City-Special Class offers an upscale retreat with a free daily manager's reception and a garden. Treat yourself to international cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants, unwind with aromatherapy or Thai massages at Loti Spa, and connect with in-room WiFi. With helpful staff and multilingual support, this hotel near Sultanahmet Square has left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin room + 1 Additional Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Double or Twin room + 1 Additional Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room with Jacuzzi and Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Double Room with Jacuzzi and Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Superior Double Room With Jacuzzi And Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Double Or Twin Room + 1 Additional Bed

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Located by the sea, AHC Ayasofya Hotel is in Sultanahmet neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque. Theodosius Cistern and Grand Bazaar are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Map
Piyerloti Cad. No: 1, Sultanahmet - Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400

What's nearby

  • Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia
    Sultanahmet Square
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements
    Blue Mosque
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grand Bazaar
    Grand Bazaar
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, Turkey
    Basilica Cistern
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hagia Sophia
    Hagia Sophia
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station
    2 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station
    11 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Derviş Cafe 2
    2 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • T-Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    1 min walk
  • Loti Bistro & Roof Lounge
    1 min walk

About this property

AHC Ayasofya Hotel

Luxury hotel near Grand Bazaar
Located close to Theodosius Cistern and Sultanahmet Square, AHC Ayasofya Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a garden, and a library. Indulge in aromatherapy, a deep-tissue massage, and a facial at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A porter/bellhop, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, showers, and hair dryers
  • 82-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: TRY 1,050 for adults and TRY 950 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Loti Cafe & Bar
  • Roof Restaurant
  • Terrace Pub Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Family friendly

  • 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)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

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
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1958
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 82-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 1300.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately TRY 1050 for adults and TRY 950 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 1930 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TRY 1930 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TRY 1300.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Property Registration Number 10809

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Pierre Loti
Loti Hotel
Pierre Loti Hotel
Pierre Loti Hotel Special Class
Pierre Loti Hotel Special Class Istanbul
Pierre Loti Special Class
Pierre Loti Special Class Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is AHC Ayasofya Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

AHC Ayasofya Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

Check-out is at noon.

Does AHC Ayasofya Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TRY 1930 per vehicle applies.

Where is AHC Ayasofya Hotel located?

Located in Sultanahmet, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Theodosius Cistern, Grand Bazaar, and Sultanahmet Square. Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are also within 10 minutes. Cemberlitas Station and Sultanahmet Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

AHC Ayasofya Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 447 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Apinya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location right next to the tram station, close to all the main attractions, and with easy access to plenty of great restaurants. The entire staff is very friendly and treats guests like family. Special thanks to the receptionists—Timur and Yunus—who are incredibly helpful and offer excellent hospitality. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Apinya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful— housekeeping, porters, waiters, and receptionists alike. The service was amazing! I don’t remember everyone’s names, but Semih, Yunus, and Timeh were particularly great. Fantastic location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Parviz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We use this hotel when we travel to Istanbul, it’s nice hotel, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my 4th time staying at this hotel. Everything is very conveniently located & the staff is very friendly & helpful. Will definitely be staying here again, if I visit Istanbul again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel location was amazing, staff were extremely helpful and always smiling
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, friendly helpful staff. Great breakfasts buffet. Beautiful rooms with comfortable beds. The location is perfect, central and easily walkable to many sites in Sultan Ahmet. I've stayed here many times.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Once again had a wonderful stay at Pierre Loti/Aya Sofia hotel. The hotel is situated right in the heart of Sultanahmet. Amazing panorama from Roof restaurant. Bistro restaurant also very good food and well placed. Reception staff were very helpful and knowledgeable. We didnt get his name but the guy on during rhe day was brilliant. I have been here .many times and will hopefully return soon
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very convenient for us. Close proximity to the ferry, train, sightseeing places and shopping(Bazzars).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mir

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

Lovely hotel

Great hotel, very central.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saqib

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and above average service . Rates are amazing and staff is amazing .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service, attentive and helpful staff
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Zaahid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Excellent stay in friendly hoyel

Excellent stay in the heart of Istanbul. The hotel staff were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, convenient to everything, transportation, clean nice breakfast buffet
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with access to metro and shopping places
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Afroza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay the room was clean and cozy, staff were really helpful and polite and it was great to be walking distance from everything around us
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, amazing rooftop restaurant, nice breakfast buffet, nice room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, nice patio and breakfast area
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service and convenience location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kulsoom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very friendly especially Nebahat was always at hand to help, excellent location within short walking distance to alot of tourist attractions. Lovely breakfast as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent hotel, so friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
liked the location and the staff would return again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laddan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent time at this hotel. The staff were very sweet and everything was extremely clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farhanaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to all tourist attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

husnain

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cafe is nice, friendly staff, good location for shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Riaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good experience, however the bar at their rood restaurant had a lot of noise at night aswell as the tram noise was a disturbance . But rooms were clean and well kept
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025