Istanbul Holiday Hotel, Istanbul - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Kucuk Ayasofya Cad. No:28 34400 Sultanahmet/Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey, 34400

Istanbul Holiday Hotel, a 3-star property in Historic Peninsula's Sultanahmet district, offers 27 air-conditioned rooms near Ottoman Empire landmarks. The hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, rooftop terrace, coffee shop, and 24-hour front desk service.

Modern Comfort Rooms

Istanbul Holiday Hotel's soundproofed rooms feature flat-screen TVs with cable channels, minibars, and air conditioning. Private bathrooms include showers, free toiletries, and slippers. Select units offer garden or city views.

Dining and Breakfast Options

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM. Guests can dine at the restaurant or visit the coffee shop/café for snacks.

Services and Safety

The property maintains safety with carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and first aid kits. Additional amenities include express check-in/out, dry cleaning, and concierge services.

Transport and Landmarks

Istanbul Holiday Hotel stands 10 minutes' walk from Sultanahmet Tram, 0.5 miles from Basilica Cistern, and 0.9 miles from Topkapi Palace. The Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 28 miles away.

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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

Standard Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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Suite

Max:

4 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Budget Room

Max:

2 persons

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Istanbul2700 ft

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 26.4 mi

Istanbul (IST) 30.6 mi

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station1700 ft

Metro stations

Vezneciler 1.1 mi

Yenikapi (M1) 1.3 mi

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Wi-Fi

Parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Kucuk Ayasofya Cad. No:28 34400 Sultanahmet/Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey, 34400

Map view

street view

Kucuk Ayasofya Cad. No:28 34400 Sultanahmet/Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey, 34400

City landmarks

Museums

Hagia Sophia Museum

2500 ft

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

2400 ft

Square

Sultanahmet District

2100 ft

Museums

Topkapi Palace

4900 ft

Cankurtaran Mh.

Beyoglu Turkish coffee

4400 ft

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

1.3 mi

Museums

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

3800 ft

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

2300 ft

Historic Areas of Istanbul

2700 ft

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

2300 ft

Bridges

Galata Bridge

1.4 mi

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

3300 ft

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

2600 ft

Museums

Hagia Irene

3400 ft

Museums

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

2900 ft

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

2800 ft

Square

Beyazit Tower

4500 ft

Mosque

Laleli Camii

1.2 mi

Square

Beyazit Square

1.0 mi

Nearby

Mosque

Blue Mosque

1900 ft

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

1100 ft

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

700 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

Serpent Column

1000 ft

Mosque

Sokullu Mehmed Pasa Mosque

1700 ft

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

600 ft

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

1000 ft

Museums

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

1000 ft

Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet

1400 ft

Merkez Beyazit

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

1900 ft

Sultanahmet Meydani

Obelisk of Theodosius

1800 ft

Restaurants

Doy Doy Restaurant

400 ft

Sifa Hamami Sok. No: 13 Sultanahmet

Rose Garden Mezze

900 ft

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

Tarihi Cesme

1000 ft

Kadirga Liman Cadessi Fatih

Sultanahmet Koftecisi

2000 ft

Buyukdere Cad. Astoria Alisveris Merkezi No:127 K:3 Sisli Esentepe

Ziya Baba Turk Mutfagi

1300 ft

KadIrga LimanI Cd. No:136 Küçük Ayasofya Mah

Dunya

800 ft

Sultanahmet Torun Sk. No:7

Reggae BR

1000 ft

Kucuk Ayasofya Mah. Kadirda Limani Cad. No: 147/1

Turgut Kebab

1600 ft

Akbiyik Cd. No: 64 Sultanahmet Mahallesi

Hunkar Kebap Restaurant

1200 ft

Kadirga Limani Caddesi No: 143/A

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

5.2

Location

7.6

Service

6.2

Dining

5.8

Jacob

United Kingdom, March 2025

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at Istanbul Holiday Hotel. The location was excellent, just a short walk from the Blue Mosque and other attractions. However, the room size was quite small and felt outdated. While the staff was friendly and offered helpful tips for exploring the city, some amenities, like the breakfast, were basic and could use improvement.

Rooms

5.0

My room was clean but smaller than expected. It felt a bit worn and was lacking in certain basics.

Service

7.0

The staff was generally friendly, providing assistance when needed. I appreciated their helpfulness, especially during check-in.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, within walking distance to major sites. I really enjoyed being so close to everything.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was a bit underwhelming, with basic offerings. It was adequate but not as satisfying as I hoped.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel provided some expected facilities, though they felt minimal. I noticed the need for better maintenance in certain areas.

Rosie

United Kingdom, March 2025

5.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the Istanbul Holiday Hotel. While the location was fantastic, making it easy to visit prominent sites like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, I found the room to be smaller than expected, and the service could be hit or miss. Overall, I appreciated the friendly staff and clean facilities, but a few issues left me wanting more from my stay.

Rooms

6.0

My room was quite small, which made it a bit cramped during my stay (not what I had envisioned based on the pictures).

Service

7.0

The staff were mostly friendly and attentive, providing helpful tips for exploring the city, though there were moments when requests took longer than expected.

Location

9.0

The hotel’s location was unbeatable, right in the heart of Istanbul and close to all major tourist attractions (I could walk to most of them easily!).

Dining

7.0

The breakfast buffet was simple but decent (I enjoyed the local items), which helped start my day on the right note.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, including daily housekeeping and reliable Wi-Fi, which was great for staying connected during my trip.

Sebastian

United Kingdom, January 2025

7.2/10

My stay at Istanbul Holiday Hotel had its ups and downs. The location was fantastic, just a stone's throw from major attractions like the Blue Mosque. However, the room I stayed in was quite small and felt outdated, which was disappointing. While the staff were friendly and attentive, the breakfast left much to be desired with its limited and basic offerings.

Rooms

5.0

The room was really small and felt a bit outdated, which detracted from my comfort during the stay. Though it was clean and had daily housekeeping, it still lacked sufficient space and amenities.

Service

5.0

The staff were friendly and eager to help (especially when I needed assistance planning my day). They offered helpful tips for exploring the area, and I appreciated their efforts to ensure a pleasant stay.

Location

5.0

The hotel's location was really good, making it easy to visit iconic sites like Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar. I loved being able to explore these sites without the hassle of long travel times.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was basic and not very hot, which was disappointing. While it gave me a start to the day, I was hoping for more variety and warmth in the food options.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel offered essential facilities like daily housekeeping and helpful front desk service, but I felt there could be improvements in room quality and dining options.

Jade

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.0/10

I had a mixed experience at Istanbul Holiday Hotel. The location was fantastic, just a short stroll from major sites like the Blue Mosque. However, I found the breakfast to be basic, and the room was smaller than I expected, which made it a bit cramped for my bags. Overall, I think the value for money is fair given its prime spot, but there's definitely room for improvement.

Rooms

5.0

The room was quite small, which made it tough to move around with my bags. It was clean, but I felt a bit claustrophobic at times.

Service

5.0

The staff were friendly and attentive, helping me with local tips and directions. They seemed genuinely willing to make my stay more comfortable.

Location

6.0

The location is excellent—it’s just minutes away from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, making it super convenient for exploring.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was decent but quite standard; I expected a bit more variety. It was good enough to start the day, though not nice.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were basic. Room service was available, and housekeeping was consistent, but some amenities felt outdated.

Jordan

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at Istanbul Holiday Hotel. While the location was excellent, placing me within walking distance of attractions like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, I found the room quite small and in need of updates. The staff was friendly and provided helpful local recommendations, which was a nice touch to my stay.

Rooms

5.0

My room was clean but felt outdated and small. The condition of the bathroom left something to be desired, as there was some mold around the seals of the shower, which wasn't very pleasant.

Service

7.0

The staff was generally friendly, offering personalized assistance that enhanced my experience. However, I did encounter some issues that were addressed quickly, showing their commitment to guest satisfaction.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was definitely a highlight, as it was close to all the essential sights, making it easy to explore Istanbul. I appreciated being in a quieter neighborhood despite being in a busy area.

Dining

6.0

I found the breakfast to be decent but simple. It was continental style and provided a satisfactory start to my day, although it could have used some more hot options.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered basic facilities, such as daily housekeeping and room service, which were adequate for what I needed during my stay. However, I wished for more dining options on-site.