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Set in a 19th-century building and totally renovated in 2013, Hotel Saint Sophia has views over Hagia Sophia courtyard and offers luxurious rooms decorated with marble and teak wood. Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern are just a few steps from the hotel. The rooms of Hotel Saint Sophia include air conditioning and an iPod docking station. All rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, free mini-bar and free WiFi. Featuring Bianco Carrara tiled walls and floors, the marble bathrooms come with Bulgari bathroom amenities and bathrobes. Sophia Pita, the café of the hotel, offers wide selection of Turkish and international wines and liquors. In the morning, the restaurant serves an à la carte breakfast. Blue Mosque is just 820 feet from Hotel Saint Sophia, while Sultanahmet tram stop is a 5-minute walk away. Galata Bridge over the Golden Horn is a 15-minute walk from the property. Sabiha Gokcen Airport is 29 mi while Istanbul Airport is 30 mi away. Hotel offers guests Sauna, Turkish Bath, Steam Room and Fitness activities free of charge in walking distance sister hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Istanbul, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free

FREE parking!


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Istanbul
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  • Eduardo
    Mexico Mexico
    It was an absolute joy! The location can not be better. Literally everything important is within walking distance... they serve turkish breakfast, which was something I was looking forward to start my morning ( which is a lot considering...
  • Kristim
    Greece Greece
    Exceptional hotel staff. Murat, Tahat and all the others, I am sorry I do not remember their names, were extremely professional, super warm, polite, welcoming and provided us with spot on tips! They made our stay trully unforgettable! Top...
  • Idg
    Italy Italy
    Location is central, located just behind the of the Higa Sophia and right across from the entrance to the Cistern. Almost all the monuments were within walking distance from hotel. Tram station are very close. The hotel staff were very helpful...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Pita Cafe & Lounge
    • Cuisine
      Local • International

Amenities of Hotel Saint Sophia
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinners
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Turkish

House rules

Hotel Saint Sophia takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that for an extra fee the hotel has an airport shuttle service. Guests are requested to inform the property in advance if they would like to use this service. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Saint Sophia of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Hotel Saint Sophia

  • Hotel Saint Sophia is 1,300 feet from the center of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel Saint Sophia has 1 restaurant:

    • Pita Cafe & Lounge

  • Guests staying at Hotel Saint Sophia can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • The prices at Hotel Saint Sophia may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Hotel Saint Sophia is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Hotel Saint Sophia offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Bowling
    • Fishing
    • Windsurfing
    • Happy hour
    • Bike tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Themed dinners
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • Room options at Hotel Saint Sophia include:

    • Double