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Agora Life Hotel - Special Class

Art Deco hotel with free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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Cagaloglu Hamam Sokak No.6, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica Cistern
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪41 min drive‬
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Standard Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room (with Hagia Sophia view)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | City view

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 484 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | City view

Standard Triple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Sultanahmet, Agora Life Hotel - Special Class is adjacent to Cagaloglu Hamami and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Basilica Cistern. This 16-room hotel has conveniences like 24-hour room service, free in-room WiFi, and free valet parking.

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Basilica Cistern - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gulhane Station - 5 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 7 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adamar Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Değirmencioğlu Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Buhara Ocakbaşı & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hazal Börek Salonu - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sultanahmet Fish House - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Agora Life Hotel - Special Class

Art Deco hotel with free valet parking and a 24-hour front desk
At Agora Life Hotel - Special Class, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a computer station. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 60 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and memory foam beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Minibars, electric kettles, and laptop-compatible safes are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered extended parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 12 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Agora Life Terrace

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator (28 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

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, ferry terminal, and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • 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: EUR 30 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking
Tax ID - 3830402185
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and other events) are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.
Property Registration Number 20858

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and onsite parking.
  • Tax ID number is 3830402185.
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and other events) are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Agora Life
Agora Life Hotel
Agora Life Hotel Istanbul
Agora Life Istanbul
Agora Life Hotel
Agora Life Istanbul
Agora Life Hotel Special Class
Agora Life Hotel - Special Class Hotel
Agora Life Hotel - Special Class Istanbul
Agora Life Hotel - Special Class Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?

Agora Life Hotel - Special Class offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?

As of Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class on Dec 8, 2025 start from $114.88, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?

This hotel is situated in Sultanahmet within a 10-minute walk of Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia, and Sultanahmet Square. You'll also find Blue Mosque and Eminönü Square less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?

Yes, valet parking, self parking and long-term parking are free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Agora Life Hotel - Special Class feature a casino?

No, Agora Life Hotel - Special Class doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an ocean-view restaurant and private dining plus some guestrooms feature Champagne service.

Does Agora Life Hotel - Special Class have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Agora Life Hotel - Special Class have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Agora Life Hotel - Special Class serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Agora Life Terrace.

Does Agora Life Hotel - Special Class allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class.

Are there connecting rooms at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?

The closest major airport to Agora Life Hotel - Special Class is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is 28.3 mi away (67 minutes by car). Another top airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is located 26.1 mi away (55-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?

No, at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Agora Life Hotel - Special Class Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 519 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 519 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 519 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 519 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 519 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the best hospitality I had experienced in all my travels Agora life hotel is very clean staff members very friendly and helpful with all information and suggestions to make our stay comfortable thank you all. Best view to ayasofya-I Kebir camii and Bosporus
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khadija

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in Agora life hotel for 5 nights and i will say it was a wonderful experience. The staff were ever so sweet and helpful when approached. The hotel is a 4 star hotel and not so extravagant but what i really appreciate the most is that everything you need was there like the smallest of things like cotton buds and slippers, which you probably woudnt get from other 4 star hotels. The hospitality from front staff to back office staff was so friendly. Breakfast could be better as it was the same cold breakfast everyday. Location was perfect as it was walking distance from most of the tourist sites and even more bonus, only 10 minutes away from the local tram! Thank you for making our stay wonderful Agora Life Hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family run business, personal service. Arranged taxis to airport. Good location to all major tourist areas. Reasonable price including breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

This is a great hotel for the price they charge. The free buffet breakfast is wonderful. The rooms are cleaned every day and the staff is very friendly and helpful. It is in GREAT location 5 minutes by foot to Sultanamet square and the tram. 10 minutes to the Grand Bazaar. Third time in Istanbul and this is my go to hotel. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

YINFEN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

Absolute Gem - so glad we stayed here

Fabulous experience here! Excellent,professional and friendly staff. Great location with spectacular view of the city from the rooftop terrace. This place exceeded all our expectations. Easily walked to all major attractions in a day
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irfan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Archana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Altanshagai

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Loved old doors and courtyard and the elevator.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Bosphorus suite, which quickly became a cherished, quiet and breezy sanctuary from the heat and noise of the city. We particularly enjoyed both our private little deck, and the rooftop observation deck, which provided stunning 360-degree views of the city. The hotel is excellently situated, within walking distance to all attractions, and the staff seemed sincerely eager to help out with whatever we might need.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and helpful. The property is very tired and run down. The bathroom especially needs to be refinished. The furniture is scuffed and sad. Our electric outlets blew a fuse multiple times a day. A workman kept coming to fix it but the fix would only last a few minutes. The room had a beautiful view and a nice little outdoor terrace and is a good size.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sachith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Anil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stay but not 4 star. This hotel is perfect for someone staying in Istanbul for the first time as you are a few minutes walk away from the two main Mosques, the grand bazaar and other attractions. You are also close to the metro line to explore other areas of the city. The staff are fantastic and very helpful. However, the hotel itself is not 4 stars in my opinion. The rooms are very outdated, the bed was very uncomfortable, the breakfast options aren’t what you would expect from a 4 star hotel. The bathroom also had a bad smell at times. The walls are quite thin so you hear everything from the halls and other rooms. The terrace is nice and gives you views across the city, would be better if breakfast was served there rather than carrying it upstairs in the lift to enjoy the views. Overall, overpriced but good if you just want to be close to the main attractions. I would recommend staying a little further away as the metro is great and saving some money. Sultanhamet is very expensive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, the people were very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel. Central location with an amazing view from the terrace. The best thing about the hotel is how friendly and welcoming the staff are. Nothing seems too much for them. Everyone was wonderful, special thanks to Ömer and Yasin! Fenerbahce forever! :-D
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a great small hotel in the center of the old town. Everything is within a walking distance. View from the roof terrace is 5 stars. Rooms are spacious and comfortable with amazing views especially from the 4th floor location. We had a free upgrade from 3rd to 4th floor and a knife with plates when we asked for something to cut the watermelon that we bought on the way from airport to hotel. However, hotel needs some upgrades and fixing. Specifically: - Room's furniture needs renewal. - Safety box had broken lock. - Lift in the hotel is the slowest lift ever. People working in the hotel are absolutely amazing. Front desk person Emre is speaking English very well. He gave us a city map and suggested very nice restaurants close by with great food and great prices. Omer was helping us with luggage and also told us about the city. Yasin was helping with any technical issues in room, he brought a working safety box when we complained about the broken one. I would give a hotel staff a 5-star rating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ibrahim

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

Best view of istanbul from rooftop

Best view of istanbul from rooftop i have ever seen. Breakfest was good. Staffmembers helpfull and very serviceminded. Room was clean, everything was just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really well looked after and amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

J C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is excellent as a location to explore Sultanahmet. The staff are very attentive and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Owen

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

Great boutique hotel in Sultanamet

Amazing buffet breakfast. Housekeeping made the bed everyday. Hotel staff very friendly and helpful. They even helped to fix my I Phone when it locked up! Even the WiFi is good. Excellent hotel. My second stay here. Close to all the sights. Great location close to a tram line. My go to hotel for Istanbul
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Anas

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

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