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Hotel Santa Sophia

Property class: 3

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An outdoor restaurant with tables and benches, a green awning, and a sign for 'Lugano'.
A hotel room with a large bed, a laptop on the bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A hotel lobby with a red sofa, a chandelier, and a traditional rug.
The exterior of Hotel Santa Sophia with a grand entrance, a well-lit facade, and outdoor seating area.
A spacious room with a chandelier, red velvet chairs, a white round table, and a large mirror.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Emin Sinan Hamami St. No. 2 Cemberlitas, Emin Sinan, Fatih, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34470
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Bazaar
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a vanity with a mirror, a window with a view of greenery, and a nightstand with a lamp and flowers.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with two beds, a vanity with a mirror, a window with a view of greenery, and a nightstand with a lamp and flowers.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Partial sea view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a lamp, and a minibar.

Standard Triple Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Economy Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Single Room, No Windows

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a tray of breakfast items, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a television on the wall.

Economy Single Room, No Windows

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a bowl of fruit, and a window with a view of buildings.

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Sultanahmet, Hotel Santa Sophia is within a 5-minute walk of Grand Bazaar and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Sultanahmet Square. This 3-star hotel has 40 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free valet parking.

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Turkish and Islamic Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station - 2 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 15 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪T-Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪İstanbul Kitap Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Zəfəran Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mivan Restaurant Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Derviş Cafe 2 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santa Sophia

Hotel Santa Sophia features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room. If you drive, self parking is TRY 800 per day, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TRY 2400 per vehicle one-way. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LED TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and slippers. Minibars, safes, and desks are also standard.
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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (TRY 800 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (TRY 800 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: TRY 450 for adults and TRY 450 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1998
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the 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

There is no front desk at this property

The host will greet guests on arrival

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for TRY 1000 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for TRY 70.0 per night

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 TRY 450 for adults and TRY 450 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 2400 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Covered self parking fee: TRY 800 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: TRY 800 per day (328 ft away)
  • Pet fee: TRY 1000 per pet, per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: TRY 70.0 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 12:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 valet parking.
Property Registration Number 8062

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Hotel Santa Sophia

Hotel Santa Sophia Istanbul

Santa Sophia Hotel

Santa Sophia Istanbul

Hotel Santa Sophia Hotel

Hotel Santa Sophia Istanbul

Hotel Santa Sophia Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Santa Sophia?

Hotel Santa Sophia offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Santa Sophia?

As of Sep 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santa Sophia on Oct 1, 2026 start from $51, including 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 do close to Hotel Santa Sophia?

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

Is there parking available at Hotel Santa Sophia?

Yes, valet parking is offered for free at the hotel. Self parking is available for TRY 800 per day.

Does Hotel Santa Sophia have a casino?

No, Hotel Santa Sophia doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Santa Sophia?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Santa Sophia?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a deep soaking bathtub, 24-hour room service, and premium bedding.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Santa Sophia?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Santa Sophia have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Santa Sophia serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Hotel Santa Sophia allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hotel Santa Sophia for a fee of TRY 1000 per pet, per day.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Santa Sophia?

The closest major airport to Hotel Santa Sophia is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is 27.5 mi away (60 minutes by car). Another top airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is located 28.9 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Santa Sophia?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Hotel Santa Sophia that offer a balcony.

Hotel Santa Sophia Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 191 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

5.4/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ramzan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super hotel good service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Imran

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location poor hotel good staff

Great location but generally below par condition of bathroom and bedroom, though staff helpful and attentive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Bela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a business trip, and it worked out well due to the convenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Christian Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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2/10 Terrible

OLFA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel à fuir. Séjour très décevant du début à la fin. Pendant 7 jours, la chambre n’a pas été nettoyée une seule fois, ce qui est totalement inacceptable pour un hôtel. Malgré plusieurs demandes faites au personnel pour faire nettoyer la chambre, personne n’est jamais venu. De plus, la chambre était située en sous-sol et sans fenêtre, information qui n’était absolument pas indiquée dans la description lors de la réservation. Il y avait également énormément de bruit, au point d’avoir l’impression que la cuisine se trouvait derrière le mur de la chambre. Impossible de se reposer correctement. La propreté générale laisse à désirer et le personnel n’était ni agréable ni réactif. Je n’ai malheureusement pas la possibilité de mettre 0 étoile, sinon je l’aurais fait. Je ne recommande absolument pas cet établissement.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything fine and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Turgut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Harika
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Giuseppe

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pulizia orribile cucina peggio
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Cataldo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super bruyant,bruit infernal dans la chambre, parking payant alors que la chambre est vendu avec parking.tv ne fonctionne pas .à eviter
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ubicación extraordinaria.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Odada aşırı bir fan sesi vardi ve dışardan sürekli televizyon sesi geliyor.bir daha kesinlikle tercih etmeyeceğim.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

adnane

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chambres en sous sol , sans fenêtre, frigo non fonctionnel, wc qui se bouchent rapidement et qu’on est obligé de déboucher tout seul
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
value for money...location very good..staff helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Roland

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

Nur zu empfehlen

Super freundlicher Staff.Total sauberes Zimmer. War alles Bestens.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Not good!!

This hotel is not good very dirty and i booked an smoking room but they said it's forbidden and the 1 staff is quite stupid no towel in the room then i ask he gave 1 only but she knows we are 2 in the room! Its not recommendable hotel i stayed allot different hotels different countries but this is the worse ever!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I found the staff very helpful and the room was very good But what I found was the INTERNET very slow good INTERNET is a must these days , I hope if the staff reads This review that the will do something about the INTERNET really that would great to boost it UP , YES THE HOTEL IS VERY CENTRAL TO THE OLD TOWN AND THE FAMOUS GRAND BUZAAR , A MUST SEE IT ,,,
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, clean well-constructed building, and extremely friendly employees. Would highly recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Yalcin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles super gelaufen und vor allem Super nettes Personal
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awful hotel. Avoid. Check in was fine but the room was dirty and damp. Terrible experience, suggest you avoid.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel décevant ! Les chambres sont vieilles et vétustes, la salle de bain dans un état miteux! Le déjeuner est très pauvre de choix Attention certaines chambres sont au sous sol sans fenêtre !!! C est une honte ce n est stipulé nul part ! De plis certains membres du personnel ne sont pas accueillant et ne parle que le turc!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Maher

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Franchement c nul et homme qui travaille le matin ne pas serviable en plus le déjeuner et très faible
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Paco

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nada: Nos metieron en un zulu porque, según nos dijeron, no disponían de más habitaciones. Al día siguiente nos dijeron que para mejorar la habitacion habia que pagar más. Pagamos más y entonces nos dieron a elegir habitación pero en otro hotel. Hotel Atlantis. Este si era más parecido a lo que habíamos contratado inicialmente. Solo que ya nos habían timado en el Santa Sofia. POr supuesto, el "suplemento" tuvo que ser en efectivo, preferiblemente en euros. Ojo con esta gente: no son de fiar. Los del Hotel Atlantis, perfectos.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cery disappointed about the services. We have booked one room fro hotel with 5 stars
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

armando

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
los empleados no respetan a los clientes ni las reservas
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

armando

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
mala gente que no respeta al cliente ni se ajusta a lo que ha reservado
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019