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About the Hotel

Kucukayasofya Mah Demirci Resit Sk No:14, Istanbul, Turkey

Ayasofya Hotel, a 4-star Istanbul hotel, offers a modest list of features in a 19th-century Ottoman house. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a rooftop terrace bar with panoramic views of the Sea of Marmara and complimentary wireless Internet access.

Rooms & Amenities

The Ayasofya Hotel features 29 guest rooms and suites with twin and double beds, wood floors, and ample natural light from windows designed before electricity. The spacious suite on the top floor adds a king-size bed, a bathtub, and a covered outdoor terrace with sea views.

Dining & Nearby Options

Guests can start their day with a traditional Turkish breakfast buffet and have access to a variety of dining options in the direct surroundings, with several restaurants just a short walk away. The terrace bar offers a romantic setting to enjoy a drink with views over the city.

Local Area & Transportation

The hotel's location provides easy access to major attractions, as it is only a few minutes' walk from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. Public transport options include bus and subway stations within a short walking distance, facilitating convenient travel around the city.

Services & Heritage

In addition to basic services like 24-hour room service, the Ayasofya Hotel offers babysitting and childcare options, as well as coffee and tea in common areas. The historic district of Sultanahmet, known for its rich heritage, enhances the overall experience for guests.

“This hotel's location is perfect for easily exploring the historic sights of Istanbul, with the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia just a short walk away.”view full review

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“Charming hotel with excellent staff and delicious breakfast” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(10.0)

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:30

until 11 am

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

At the hotel Ayasofya guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Pets are not allowed.

English, Japanese, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Persian

Year renovated:2007

Number of floors:5

Number of rooms:18

Former name

Gulliver Hagia Sophia

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room Sea View

Max:

2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Triple Room Sea View

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Budget Double Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Istanbul700 m

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 44.3 km

Istanbul (IST) 46.9 km

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station500 m

Underground

Vezneciler 1.5 km

Yenikapi (M1) 1.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“I enjoyed a wonderful breakfast that offered a great mix of sweet and savory options, including cereals, fresh fruits, and pastries.” view full review

Cozy Comfort

“The room was small but impeccably clean, and the comfortable bed made for a great night's sleep.” view full review

Challenging Hike

“The uphill walk from the hotel offered a refreshing workout each day, which I soon came to appreciate as part of my routine.” view full review

Spotless Sanitation

“The bathroom was always clean and well-maintained, making it a pleasure to use throughout my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Kucukayasofya Mah Demirci Resit Sk No:14, Istanbul, Turkey

Map view

Kucukayasofya Mah Demirci Resit Sk No:14, Istanbul, Turkey

City landmarks

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

980 m

Mosque

Blue Mosque

720 m

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

880 m

Museum

Topkapi Palace

1.5 km

Cankurtaran Mh.

Topkapi Palace harem

1.5 km

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

2.0 km

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

1.4 km

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

900 m

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

680 m

Historic Areas of Istanbul

1.5 km

Bridge

Galata Bridge

2.3 km

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

960 m

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

720 m

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

980 m

Museum

Hagia Irene

1.3 km

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

1.3 km

Square

Beyazit Square

1.2 km

Mosque

Laleli Camii

1.9 km

Square

Beyazit Tower

1.5 km

Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet

660 m

Museum

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

1.1 km

Museum

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

2.0 km

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

1.5 km

Merkez Beyazit

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

1.4 km

Nearby

Square

Sultanahmet District

600 m

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

50 m

Mosque

Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque

300 m

Monument

Serpent Column

460 m

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

520 m

Sultanahmet Meydani

Obelisk of Theodosius

500 m

Restaurants

Rose Garden Mezze

80 m

Binbirdirek. mah. Peykhane. Cd. no 16 Sultanahmet binbirdirek

Vaha Cafe & Restaurant

120 m

Sehit Mehmet Pasa Yokusu No:9

Pascare Restaurant and Cafe

130 m

Kucuk ayasofya mah Sehit mehmet pasa sokak no 101

Myterrace Cafe & Restaurant

200 m

Kucuk Ayasofya Mah. Sehit Mehmetpasa Yks. No: 9 Fatih

Istanbul Anatolian Cuisine

20 m

Kadirga Liman Caddesi

Selale kebap & yemek salonu

20 m

Kadirga Limani Caddesi

Sirvan Sofrasi

150 m

Kucuk Ayasofya Mh. Kucuk Ayasofya Cd. No: 71 Sultanahmet

Alice Pub Cafe

90 m

Kucukayasofya Mah. Kaleci Sok. No:14 Sultanahmet

Turko Baba Restaurant Cafe

70 m

Kucuk Ayasofya Mah. Liman Cad. No: 132/A Sultanahmet

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

90%

liked the hotel and would stay again

9.0/10

Perfect

Rooms

9.0

Location

10.0

Service

9.0

Dining

8.0

4.5/5 based on 292 reviews

#465 of 2,369 hotels in Istanbul based on Tripadvisor

Brian

United Kingdom, May 2024

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel from 1-14 January. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and provide great facilities, from the beautifully renovated bathroom to the rooftop terrace where I happily enjoyed a drink each evening at sunset watching the ships gliding up-and-down the Marmare Sea and swapping travel stories with fellow guests. The owner/manager's personality and presence, along with the friendly and helpful service by Gaye, Greg, and the local staff, made my stay truly enjoyable. The location is unbeatable, perfect for exploring all major attractions with plenty of charming local restaurants nearby.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are clean, comfortable, and provide great facilities.

Service

9.0

The staff are so friendly and helpful, making my stay even more enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location can not be beaten, perfect for all major attractions with many charming local restaurants nearby.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was fantastic with fresh and diverse options, including plenty of fresh fruit.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities exceeded my expectations and added to the overall comfort of my stay.

Jonathan

United Kingdom, November 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean, spacious, and had a homely feel about them. The staff was extremely friendly and went out of their way to make my experience magical. The location was fantastic, close to all the sights but away from the main tourist areas. The dining experience was good with some tasty home-baked Turkish dishes. The modern facilities added to the comfort of my stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were comfortable and clean with a bar fridge and a safe for valuables.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and extremely helpful, especially with local knowledge.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect for exploring historic monuments without any inconvenience and wandering the colorful streets of old Istanbul.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience included some tasty home-baked Turkish dishes.