Hotel Poem

Beaux Arts hotel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Hagia Sophia
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Front of property
Penthouse with Balcony and Jettub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Penthouse with Balcony and Jettub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Interior
Prime Room with Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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Akbiyik Cad. Terbiyik Sok. No 12, Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, 34110
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪42 min drive‬
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Room options

Premier Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premier Room with Patio

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

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Penthouse with Balcony and Jettub

  • Sea view
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Triple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Murphy Bed

Prime Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Room with Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Sultanahmet, Hotel Poem is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. This 3.5-star hotel has 19 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Bosphorus - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 2 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 9 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪korecan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Queb Rooftop Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Byzantium Hotel Terrace Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Köşk Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rumist Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Poem

Beaux Arts hotel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Hagia Sophia
Guests of Hotel Poem enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and express check-in. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 55 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, access to locker space, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, designer toiletries, slippers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Refrigerators, minibars, and electric kettles are also standard.

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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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1992
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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

  • 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 55 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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 parking.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1487

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Poem?

Hotel Poem offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Hotel Poem?

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

Will I be able to park at Hotel Poem?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Poem have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Poem doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Poem?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Poem a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a minibar and a turndown service in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Poem?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Hotel Poem have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Poem serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning from its snack bar.

Will Hotel Poem allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Poem.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Poem?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Hotel Poem?

The closest major airport to Hotel Poem is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is 28.3 mi away (66 minutes by car). Another top airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is located 27.1 mi away (58-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Poem?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy sea or garden views.

Hotel Poem Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 243 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, excellent breakfast, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the stay and the people!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is ideally located in Sultanahmet, so a short walk to most visited sites. Lots of restaurants nearby. Not a chain, so rather an individual property, in a good way. All staff were great, although the breakfast team were especially so, who all seem genuinely pleased to welcome you each morning. The breakfast is also marvellous.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quirky themed hotel. 5 minute walk from Blue Mosque. Breakfast a sight to behold. It just kept coming until the table was full - and then they took your egg order!!!! Would highly recommend. Staff all very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff of all time and so coinvent to everywhere! The room was clean and very pretty!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiok Hau Steven

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

Aaron is a star employee!!

The room was clean and quiet. Staff were helpful and friendly especially Aaron who went to great lengths to help us contact the airline when our flight was cancelled and our airport transfers operators to make amendments due to new flights information. So grateful about it. Breakfast was fantastic.The only negative comment is that Wifi was bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ningxian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and superb experience. Eren, front desk staff, is a superstar!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Great spot in Istanbul.

Loved this hotel. Central to Blue Mosque and other tourist locations. Amazing breakfast! Nice staff. Room was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tao

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tania

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was outstanding , it was the highlight of our stay in Istanbul , staff were lovely , I personally would not stay in this area
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tod

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Loved it. Great location, friendly helpful staff. The best breakfast we have ever had
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very unique and adds this lovely touch of exploration to the stay as each room is related to some famous person, musician, artist, writer, etc. Very convenient location, just minutes from all main touristic places and at the same time to the waterfront to enjoy evening walks. Staff is super helpful and welcoming, Eren is the superstar! Everyone who was serving at the breakfast are top notch (and breakfast itself a separate experience in such a beautiful city)! Highly recommended for authentic, boutique experience.
Breakfast in Turkish style
Each room is called by a name of a famous person
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast at Hotel Poem was incredible! Wish I was staying longer than just the 1 night. Everyone at the property was so helpful and friendly, nothing was a problem and the rooms were immaculate and comfortable. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasure to stay at Poem hotel. The staff are very polite and helpful. The breakfast is outstanding! The location is 10 min walk from the center.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing - so friendly, informative and willing to assist. Amazing breakfast daily, full Turkish offering to sit back and enjoy in the Terrace. Great location, convenient to all major attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hoiling

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time at Hotel Poem!!! We stayed last month and had an amazing experience - Eren (the receptionist) was such a joy to be around and made us feel right at home every day. The Turkish breakfast was delightful, with new and different items every morning. Location is unbeatable, just steps away from Hagia Sophia/Blue Mosque/Basilica Cistern. Hagia Sophia also has a tram stop, so it made getting to the rest of the city also very easy. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey, Rancho Cucamonga

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna

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

Great stay

Lovely hotel, clean. Great breakfast. Well located. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it! The guy at the reception was super super nice! The hotel is cute and very close to all the main points of interest in Istanbul!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana, el paso

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in this hotel. The people, location, the food (omg!!) l, even the laundry service right in front of the hotel !!! Definitely a great place!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenna

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

Amazing place to stay close to attractions

Everything about this boutique hotel was amazing. The location is within walking distance of most attractions and there are plenty of shops and dining within a block of the hotel. The breakfast was one of the largest and best breakfast we have experienced from a hotel. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly and the room was clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay here again if/when we come back to Istanbul.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025