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Sofia Corner Hotel

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Located close to Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square, Sofia Corner Hotel provides free full breakfast, a free grocery shopping service, and a free daily manager's reception. Treat yourself to a body wrap, a Thai massage, or Ayurvedic treatments at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a terrace and shopping on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices).

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a door, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a ceiling light, a wall-mounted painting, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Standard Twin Room

  • Partial sea view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a cup and a book, and a window with a view of buildings.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a bedside table with a plant, and a small table with a kettle and glasses.

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a chandelier, framed pictures, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sultanahmet, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Sofia Corner Hotel is near a metro station and in a regional park. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque. Grand Bazaar and Galata Tower are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
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Küçük Ayasofya Mah. Kadrga Liman Cad., Bardakç Sok. No:18, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400

What's nearby

  • A historic building with domes and minarets, surrounded by trees and a fountain.
    Sultanahmet Square
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A mosque with multiple domes and minarets.
    Blue Mosque
    3 min walk - 0.2 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
  • A bustling market with colorful stalls and a patterned ceiling.
    Grand Bazaar
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A historic stone gate with two towers, a clear sky, and a pathway leading to the entrance.
    Topkapi Palace
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sultanahmet Station
    8 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station
    11 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)
    62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Çatladıkapı Sosyal Tesisleri
    2 min walk
  • Tamara Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • Art Cafe
  • Buhara 93
    2 min walk
  • Korean Restaurant
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (TRY 1,000 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle up to 500 m
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (TRY 1,000 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • 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.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2020
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - October 2025
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 35-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • First-run movies
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TRY 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for TRY 10.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 2500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TRY 2500 (one-way)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: TRY 1000 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: TRY 1000 per day (33 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: TRY 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: TRY 10.0 per day

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, debit 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, window guards, and outdoor lighting
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 2022-34-0278

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Sofia Corner Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for TRY 1000 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sofia Corner Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Sofia Corner Hotel?

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

Does Sofia Corner Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TRY 2500 per vehicle applies.

Where is Sofia Corner Hotel located?

Located in Sultanahmet, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Sultanahmet Square, Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia. Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace are also within 1 mi (2 km). Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes by foot and Cemberlitas Station is 11 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

Sofia Corner Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff, excellent location. Rooms are ok, comfortable beds, very small bathroom, several steps to go to the bedrooms. Good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the old part of Istanbul and steps away from all the places you’re likely to visit. The staff are extremely kind and helpful, genuinely good people to get help from. They helped point out local spots to shop and dine at and avoided leading us out to any tourist traps. Would recommend staying here if you’re looking for a central location in Istanbul!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent management! Staff was really helpful. Especially special thanks to Beethoven who was available every point of time when needed. Breakfast was awesome and well served. Location is best 5-10 mins walk from main Sultanahmet area. Perfect place for quick stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are so nice and friendly feels like home
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Moved from room to room. At breakfast was told “it’s ok eat the beef salami it’s like chicken”after I said idont eat Beef religious reason Manager took cash X 2 for transfer and supplied downgraded transfer on departure day and as it came 1 hour late We had no choice but ti take it. 1st slept in twin room 5 steps from reception/ breakfast/ utility. Shameful state . Staff Silvia was very caring and tried to make good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in the perfect location for exploring Sultanahmet. The bed was very comfortable, everyone on the staff was so helpful and kind - especially Beethoven who helped us arrange all of our transportation. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience from check-in to check-out. The property is lovely, but the highlight of our trip was definitely the team working there. Every staff member we interacted with was genuinely kind and accommodating. A massive thank you specifically to Beethoven his outstanding service and attention to detail truly made a difference during our stay. We will definitely be booking here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grace was so helpful with all our arrangements and so knowledgeable about things we can do to make our trip magical!! Breakfast so fresh and filling, just enough to get us thru the day. The room clean. Location perfect for shopping and all the site seeing. Felt so safe! Was a great place. Would stay there again in a hearbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the friendly staff and ample breakfast, but what stood out most was the value. The price was very, very reasonable for what we got. Location is pretty good, a short walk to Sultanahmet square and Metro. Restaurants and shops all around the hotel. Definitely a good option for someone looking for a good budget hotel option - clean, friendly, central.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am so grateful I had the opportunity to stay at Sophia Corner Hotel. It is a hidden gem in close proximity to all the amazing sites in Istanbul. No, not everything in my room was perfect, but the staff hospitality more than made up for that. From my first interaction with Zaki, when I first arrived from the airport to the constant support from Beethoven, my experience was wonderful. I was so grateful for Zaki's kindness and attentiveness. And I can't say enough about Beethoven. Anything I needed, from tours to taxis, he went above and beyond to help me out and schedule everything. He even made sure to make my tea in the way that I preferred it. This was a great compliment to go along with their wonderful breakfast. If and when I return to Istanbul, I would be more than happy to stay at this hotel once again. Thank you again for making my stay so memorable.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member was top-notch always looking out for their guests and making sure to help with any needs. Very apologetic if things went wrong and always presenting their little hotel with a smile and a warm greeting! They did everything they could help my niece and I, traveling together, by finding us a different room with two beds on the ground floor. That was awesome! But the rooms were definitely much smaller than I had anticipated. Yes, I am from America. Yes, we are used to things being a bit roomier and larger. That is all true. I was looking for a bit more of a quaint, charming European hotel. It was definitely charming, but I would highly recommend anyone looking to stay here to truly consider having separate rooms if you are with someone. I would equate this more with a dorm room in college as it was a completely overwhelming, small space. My niece had a good attitude because I was the one who booked it. I promise you the price was great but overall, for what I was looking for, I would just truly recommend that one would pay more money if you are starting off a fabulous vacation! Did we have a lot of laughs? Yes. Would I rather have had a place to put my luggage without feeling crowded? Yes yes! It is hard to top the proximity to all of our locations, guide and fabulous sites of Istanbul! That was a 10 out of 10! But the price is not an issue I would look for the same area or book 2 rooms. I also truly appreciated the hotel shuttle, which is well priced!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast and staff were both excellent. I got in at almost midnight and staff helped me up to the fourth floor with my luggage. They also took it down when I checked out. Being that I am 80 years old and walk with a cane, it meant so much to me. I wanted to go to their spa, but realized that their spa was at another place. However, they provided free transportation to and from the spa. I thoroughly enjoyed the spa and hammam treatments. Note that this hotel does not have a lift, and I had to go up to the fourth floor via winding stairs, and after the third floor, the lights were out on the stairs. For an 80 year old lady using a cane, it was a hazard. Once I got up to my room, I did not want to go down anymore. They should have advised this to guests during booking that this hotel had no lift, and that rooms could be on higher floors. Since I booked and paid for my room a week or so before I took my trip, I had no way of knowing. And since I came after 11 pm, I did not have a choice. But that should have been made clear during booking. Other than that I was happy with my breakfast. The cheese and vegetables were always fresh, and the egg omelet they served was always cooked fresh and delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Baithoven great guy really friendly and accommodating Thanks 👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice the staff was very kind at all moments, only in the room we have dusty smells but with the ac was better.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place staff are so f
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night during our trip to Istanbul and had a really good experience. The hotel is in an older building, but it has a lot of character and the view was absolutely beautiful, especially overlooking the city. The staff were excellent very welcoming, helpful, and attentive from check-in to departure. Even with the older style of the property, everything was comfortable and clean. Great location and a memorable stay overall. We would definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a hotel with charm and an amazing view in Istanbul.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Room was decorated in a cute beach yet Turkish decor and the breakfast was very good. Location was not so good and had a horrible view of piles of garbage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Expensive in terms of the hotel facilities. Room is small . It’s not bad and I can’t say it’s good either . Just ok ok .
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Good
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Rooms are small hardly walk
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Washroom TV didn’t work
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Di "deluxe" la camera prenotata non aveva assolutamente nulla, sporcizia diffusa, impianti elettrici precari al limite della sicurezza, bagno sporco con finestra divelta, lenzuola vecchie. Il raggiungimento del piano è roba da scalatori professionisti, scala ripida ed insicura. Incredibile il piano cottura nella hall dove preparano frittata a colazione...e che colazione! Da dimenticare. La vista su mare di cui parlano è visibile solo ed esclusivamente dal terrazzo di copertura, abbandonato sporco e disorganizzato. La Spa di cui dispongono è nient'altro che una struttura adiacente, vedendo la qualità dell'hotel non oso immaginare di cosa si tratti. Unica nota positiva i ragazzi alla reception, fanno del loro meglio con estrema gentilezza e cortesia. STRUTTURA ESTREMAMENTE SCONSIGLIATA
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Camere pulite personale gentile e disponibile vicino al centro della città vecchia io ve la consiglio
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Merkezi konumu çok iyi, çalışanlar Güler yüzlü
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadece berbat
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026