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Spectra Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Sultanahmet Square
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Family Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Sehit Mehmetpasa Yokusu No.2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪41 min drive‬
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Family Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

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

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Economy Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Economy Twin Room

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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 - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Basilica Cistern - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Buhara 93 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alzer Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪My Terrace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spectra Cafe Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Türkistan Aşevi - ‬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 dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. 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.

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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
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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Spectra Hotel?

As of Jan 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spectra Hotel on Jan 18, 2026 start from $75.06, 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 within easy reach of Spectra Hotel?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Spectra Hotel?

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

Does Spectra Hotel have a hot tub?

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

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.

Does Spectra Hotel have connecting rooms?

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Spectra Hotel?

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

Spectra Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 244 out of 420 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 420 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 420 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 420 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 420 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Hajera

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a perfect location diagonally across the blue mosque. You were able to catch a taxi if needed as taxi's were constantly dropping off other tourists. The room was tidied daily however it didn't seem to be vacuumed. The room seemed small but fine for sleeping as out during the day. The location to the major tourist attractions was perfect, not far to walk to them. There are alot of eating places around the hotel and not too far to pharmacies or other shops. The staff were great, always asking if we needed anything and arranged transfer to the airport on request.
From outside seating area of the hotel during breakfast
Breakfast plate
View of the Blue Mosque from breakfast area outside hotel
Night view of the Blue Mosque
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giorgi

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

frantisek

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful hotel in excellent location. very good breakfast . the staff is very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela Veronica Polanco

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean hotel! The gentleman owner was very nice, and always on top with customers attention. I recommend this location 100%
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great location helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MUSA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Turkish style breakfast with a variety to choose from. Very generous with all fresh including bread. Ideal location within walking distances from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofian Topkapi Palace, Tram and the Museum. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Douglas A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have stayed in this hotel perhaps 10 to 15 times since 1998. It was my favorite place in Istanbul. Its location is stunning, right on the corner of the Hippodrome, a short block from the Blue Mosque and so much more. The staff is friendly and helpful, though the level of English much less now than before. The rooms are small but comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Great location and very nice people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Oliver

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location and overall cozy hotel, however, our room had several black mold spots. We booked a 4 bed room and the 4th bed was an auxiliary bed. Hope they will fix the issues with the mold, the hotel has all the potential to be a excellent place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

ahmer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

too noisy, they need to fix windows and sound leak

i wouldn't stay here, the windows here are non existent, you can hear everything on the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s very good location, good service and good breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff, clean room, convenient location.Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vary quaint and nice breakfast buffet has a bar with outdoor seating staff very friendly our room #1 was facing the The Blue mosque
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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
NA
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