AHC Ayasofya Hotel

Central Istanbul hotel connected to a shopping center, steps from Theodosius Cistern

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Exterior
Superior Double Room with Jacuzzi and Balcony | Bathroom | Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Piyerloti Cad. No: 1, Sultanahmet - Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Bazaar
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin room + 1 Additional Bed

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

Superior Double Room with Jacuzzi and Balcony

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

Standard Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 4

Double Or Twin Room + 1 Additional Bed

  • Sleeps 3

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Sultanahmet, AHC Ayasofya Hotel is adjacent to Theodosius Cistern and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Grand Bazaar. This hotel has 36 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and free in-room WiFi. Centrally located in Istanbul, the hotel is connected to a shopping center and also a short walk from Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia.

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station - 2 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Derviş Cafe 2 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Türk Ocağı Kültür ve Sanat Merkezi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Loti Bistro & Roof Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sultanahmet Cafe & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

AHC Ayasofya Hotel

Central Istanbul hotel connected to a shopping center, steps from Theodosius Cistern
Guests of AHC Ayasofya Hotel enjoy features like a full-service spa, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TRY 1930 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a library, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
82-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, electric kettles, and laptop-compatible safes.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: TRY 1,050 for adults and TRY 950 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Loti Cafe & Bar
  • Roof Restaurant
  • Terrace Pub Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

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
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1958
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 82-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

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 TRY 1300.0 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 1050 for adults and TRY 950 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 1930 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TRY 1930 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: TRY 1300.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
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
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
Property Registration Number 10809

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Pierre Loti
Loti Hotel
Pierre Loti Hotel
Pierre Loti Hotel Special Class
Pierre Loti Hotel Special Class Istanbul
Pierre Loti Special Class
Pierre Loti Special Class Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

AHC Ayasofya Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AHC Ayasofya Hotel on Oct 26, 2025 start from $145.92, 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 do around AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

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

Is there parking available at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is there a spa at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Swedish massages, sports massages, aromatherapy, and detox wraps.

Does AHC Ayasofya Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, AHC Ayasofya Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 bars, an ocean-view restaurant, and a full-service spa.

Does AHC Ayasofya Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does AHC Ayasofya Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, AHC Ayasofya Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does AHC Ayasofya Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does AHC Ayasofya Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

The closest major airport to AHC Ayasofya Hotel is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is 27.9 mi away (64 minutes by car). Another top airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is located 28.5 mi away (54-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at AHC Ayasofya Hotel .