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Recital Hotel

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A seaside terrace with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean with a ship in the distance. - Recital Hotel (Istanbul)
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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view. - Recital Hotel (Istanbul)
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Located close to Cemberlitas Bath and Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Mosque, Recital Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Standard Triple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view.

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Superior Double Room

  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Elite Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a pink sofa, a wooden desk, a dining table with plates and a fruit bowl, a bed with blue bedding, and a painting on the wall.

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Economy Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view.

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Superior Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Bed in dormitory STANDARD

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in dormitory SUPERIOR SEA VIEW

  • Sleeps 1

DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in Sultanahmet, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Recital Hotel is near a metro station. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Blue Mosque and Cemberlitas Bath. Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Mosque and Egyptian Bazaar are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
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Binbirdirek Mah., Piyerloti Caddesi 21, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • A historic building with domes and minarets, surrounded by trees and a fountain.
    Sultanahmet Square
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A bustling market with colorful stalls and a patterned ceiling.
    Grand Bazaar
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A mosque with multiple domes and minarets.
    Blue Mosque
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic mosque with a large central dome and two minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective pool.
    Hagia Sophia
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cemberlitas Bath
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station
    3 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station
    12 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • İstanbul Kitap Cafe
    1 min walk
  • Burger King
    2 min walk
  • Derviş Cafe 2
    2 min walk
  • Bombay Masala Indian Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • Peyk Away Coffee
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (TRY 630 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bellis Restaurant
  • Recital Terrace Cafe Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

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

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2011
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, 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 750 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: TRY 630 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TRY 750 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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
Property Registration Number 17845

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Recital Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for TRY 630 per day.

What time is check-in at Recital Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Recital Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Recital Hotel located?

Located in Sultanahmet, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cemberlitas Bath and Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Mosque. Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are also within 15 minutes. Cemberlitas Station is only a 3-minute walk and Sultanahmet Station is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Recital Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 600 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, kind and helpful staff .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The best possible little boutique hotel 🏨. Spotless, friendly staff and the most delicious free breakfasts you could imagine.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excelente location, very friendly staff!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff very helpful and accomodating. Great location. Excellant breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, good staff, beautiful terrace.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing. Staff very friendly and ready to assist the clients. Breakfast was great. The room the terrace. This place is near a lot of historic places to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel stuff is very friendly and helpful. Hotel lobby is absolutely astonishing (the colors and textures are well represent culture of the country). Location is great, close to main tourist attractions. Will love to come back to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a small but great hotel. Located at the heart of historic Istanbul, all the main landmarks and tourist attractions are within walking distance. The staff is great and very helpful. Many places to eat or have a drink in the neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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We stayed there with family for a night, it was ok for a night , I would not want to stay longer, the location was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful balcony, very helpful and friendly staff. Would highly recommend to anyone interested in staying in Istanbul. Very convenient location to the historic heart of the old city.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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An absolute gem of a hotel. Perfectly located and within easy walking distance of all the sights. It is a slightly quieter area, which is perfect and there are loads of restaurants and shops nearby. The room (deluxe) was great with a lovely balcony and view of the Sea of Marmara. It was spacious and clean and with a comfy bed and good shower. Breakfast was tasty too.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location and fantastic breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Clean, large room, good breakfast, great location..easy walk to blue mosque, grand bazaar etc
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Helpful and friendly staff, great location, and breakfast included! Stayed here for 4 evenings and we enjoyed our time. Friendly and flexible front desk that coordinated our hotel transfer, so one less thing to worry about when visiting an unfamiliar place for the first time. Cleaning staff was cheerful and helpful. Breakfast was included and you get a European style breakfast with a slight Turkish twist. Good way to start off the day! Location was very walkable to the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and other sights. Lots of dining options within 1 to 5 min walk. Felt safe walking around, even at night in the area. I would definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was super helpful!! And rooftop is so cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location and nice clean hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Really good location. Good rooftop
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The reception staff were excellent from the very first day of our stay. They were always friendly, helpful, and professional, making us feel welcome throughout our visit. Their outstanding service made our stay even more enjoyable. Thank you for the warm hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location and very friendly staff. The decor/room was a bit dated. Bathroom was not the most well maintained and had signs of mould. Bed was quite creaky and only had one pillow per guest. A lot of noise very early on in the morning outside the room - it looked like a lot of empty water bottles being loaded and unloaded at around 6.30am. The breakfast was very nice and good selection to choose from.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. It was close to everything. The staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Small, family-run hotel with friendly, helpful staff. Excellent breakfast. Quiet neighborhood but near most notable sites in the Old Town. Exceptional service. Fine restaurants in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were so helpful with whatever we needed whether it was directions or a scale for our luggage. The breakfast was varied and always good. We enjoyed both rooms but on our second stay really liked the partial sea view room with the outside deck.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had a really good stay at Recital Hotel. The location was super convenient for exploring Istanbul, especially since it’s right in the Sultanahmet area. We walked to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet Square, and the Grand Bazaar. There are also lots of restaurants, cafés, souvenir shops, and small local shops nearby, so we rarely needed to go far for anything. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were always friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good with plenty of variety, and we enjoyed having it before heading out for the day. The rooftop terrace was also a nice bonus. After a long day of walking around Istanbul, it was a great place to sit for a bit and enjoy the view. We were very happy with our stay. Being able to walk to so many of the places we wanted to see made a big difference, and we would definitely stay at Recital Hotel again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic rooms and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great location, walking short distance to all historic site in the area plus the grand bazar. The staff (Maryam, Fateme very helpfu. One (if I spelled it right) was great, he helped us to go to all the stores where we wanted to shop and got us special discounts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026