Spectra Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Sultanahmet Square
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Rooftop terrace
Family Suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; alfresco dining
Hallway
Exterior

Popular amenities

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

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Sehit Mehmetpasa Yokusu No.2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400
  • Sultanahmet Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Blue Mosque
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hagia Sophia
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Istanbul (IST)
    ‪39 min drive‬
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Room options

Economy Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Economy Double Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Sultanahmet, Spectra Hotel is adjacent to Sultanahmet Square and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Blue Mosque. This 16-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station - 5 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Türkistan Aşevi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tarihi Cemberlitas Borekcisi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪My Terrace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dragon Chant Mansion 龙吟公馆 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chang Cheng - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Spectra Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Sultanahmet Square
Guests of Spectra Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. There's discounted offsite parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for TRY 5000 per vehicle roundtrip. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a computer station, free newspapers, and a terrace.
LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Minibars, electric kettles, and free local calls are other standard amenities.

Languages

Arabic, Bosnian, Bulgarian, English, Russian, Serbian, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Spectra Cafe Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1992
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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
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

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: TRY 5000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TRY 5000 (roundtrip)

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; cash is not accepted
  • 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 discounted parking nearby.
Property Registration Number 13435

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Spectra Hotel?

Spectra Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Spectra Hotel?

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

Is there parking available at Spectra Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking with discounts available.

Does Spectra Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Spectra Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Spectra Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Spectra Hotel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include around-the-clock room service, a minibar, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Spectra Hotel?

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

Does Spectra Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Spectra Hotel serves free buffet breakfast at Spectra Cafe Restaurant each morning.

Does Spectra Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Spectra Hotel?

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

What is the closest airport to Spectra Hotel?

The closest major airport to Spectra Hotel is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is 27.7 mi away (63 minutes by car). Another top airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is located 29.6 mi away (33-minute drive).

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

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

Spectra Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 397 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 397 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 397 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 397 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 397 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolina, Santa Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel, right next to the Blue Mosque. Room was small, but clean and with everything we needed. Staff was great, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nilufar

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

Lovely hotel right at the Sultanahmet square

I love this hotel. The staff are so helpful and friendly. I got a complimentary cup of Turkish coffee or tea every day. They go above and beyond to fulfill guest requests. They have a lovely little restaurant in the lobby with an amazing view of the Sultanahmet mosque where they serve breakfast and have lunch and dinner available for order. Location is absolutely phenomenal. The Sultanahmet square with all its museums, palaces, mosques, shops, restaurants and public transportation are right outside the front door of the hotel. But the hotel itself is a quiet little oasis to return to after a day of sightseeing. I have stayed here many times and will return again and again. Only one point off for the strong mold smell in the bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tioshi Tamora

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything’s good!! The guy from the front desk omg I wanted to bring he home with me lol he was so nice,very professional, so friendly, I had an unforgettable experience in this hotel. I was about to stay one more night just because the staff team but unfortunately I was unable. Thanks so much for made my memories is Istanbul special. Location is perfect. Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Fadi, Beirut

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, SALT LAKE CITY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel, staff is friendly and nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Adan, Lacey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to major atraccións
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omar, Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Super nice personal good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location 5 minutes from many historical monuments. The staff was great. Very helpful. The rooms are small but very clean and well done. Cute restraunt down stairs. I would definitly stay there again.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suhail

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, near tram and walkable. Helpful staff. Pretty clean facility.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here was awesome. They’re extremely friendly and helpful. The food is also really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahgul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for a perfect day thank you so much for your hospitality just perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Seema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

sid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Within walking dustance of all tourist attractions like Hagia Sofia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bizarre, Egyptian Spice Bizarre, river boat, Hop on hop off bus, tourusm offices and many more. Highly recommend 👌
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Pablo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, and the location is wow
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience from the beginning. Friendly staff that always smiled and ask if they could help. Set up transportation to the airport. Located within walking distances of multiple historical sites and restaurants all around the hotel. Would highly recommend staying here if you in Istanbul.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret l

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maribel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murat

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

Everything I hoped it would be and then some !

Location Location Location . Spectra Hotel is literally a few meters from Sultan Ahmet Square and just a 5 minute walk to Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque! You can walk to the Grand Bazaar in 10 minutes , there are plenty of shops, Restaurants and Cafes to see along the way. Hasan. Ercel and Metin took care of all of our needs whether it was to arrange tours, give practical advice while sightseeing and just went above and beyond to help out anyway they could. It is a beautiful boutique style hotel that was surprisingly quiet given that they are so close to the main square and at the end of a bustling street . The Restaurant was awesome as well with a great staff and variety of things to choose from at very reasonable prices. No complaints with the cleanliness of the rooms and housekeeping was available everyday.it certainly has a great atmosphere and just a lot of value for the money. Everybody goes out of their way and there is nothing that compares to Turkish hospitality, We hated to leave Lol
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I always stay at the Spectra when I am in Istanbul... great value and the people are attentive and courteous in every way.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Raja

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean place and good service.will go back soon
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Taher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is at very close proximity to blue mosque and walking distance to all other historic buildings, shopping and restaurants etc but the hotel internet service was unstable.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024