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Surrounded with many of Istanbul’s historic attractions, Faros Hotel - Special Category offers bright rooms on a lively corner in the Sultanahmet district. The tram stop is just 492 feet from the hotel. All elegantly decorated rooms are equipped with satellite flat-screen TV, mini-bar and free WiFi. Many rooms offer views of the Hagia Sophia and the Bosphorus Strait. The bathroom comes with a modern shower cabin. A daily breakfast buffet is served in Faros Hotel’s dining room and room service is provided. Guests can sample Turkish cuisine on the street level terrace of the Central Pub Restaurant, which is open for drinks 24/7. Istanbul’s traditional Grand Bazaar is 5 minutes on foot from the hotel. A wide range of restaurants, bars and souvenirs shops are found near the hotel. Sirkeci Marmaray Station is 2625 feet from the property while Istanbul Airport is 27 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Halal, Buffet


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Istanbul
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Christie
    United States of America United States of America
    Location was walking distance from everything you might want to see, lots of restaurants, including one in the hotel that was very good. Full breakfast, very helpful and friendly staff.
  • م
    مرسي
    Egypt Egypt
    This is the 2 times in faros hotel we like the location near every thing We appreciate the staff was very helpful Specially morat We recommend this hotel
  • Hakeem
    Bahrain Bahrain
    Location is perfect perfect perfect! stuff are friendly

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Faros Resturant
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Mediterranean • Turkish • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
  • View
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Packed lunches
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • Arabic
  • English
  • Turkish

House rules

Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM

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

Check-out

From 11:00 AM to 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 14 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

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs 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

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 Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category 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.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR tests are available at this property at no extra charge for those exhibiting symptoms consistent with the virus and have been confirmed by an accredited doctor.

Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.

FAQs about Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category

  • Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category is 350 feet from the center of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category has 1 restaurant:

    • Faros Resturant

  • Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Family
      • Suite
      • Triple
      • Double

    • Guests staying at Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Halal
      • Buffet
      • À la carte

    • Check-in at Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.