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About the Hotel

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No:12 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110
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8.5
8.5
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Hotel steps from Hagia Sophia in the historic Sultanahmet district

Location & Surroundings

Albatros Hagia Sophia Hotel sits a 3-minute walk from both Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. The Grand Bazaar is 350 metres away, and the Blue Mosque is 500 metres from the hotel. Sultanahmet Tram Stop is 300 metres away, providing access to public transportation and the Eminonu district.

Room Features

Some rooms have a private terrace with views of Hagia Sophia or the Bosphorus. The interiors include unique glass bathroom designs and an LCD TV, air conditioning, and minibar in all units. Each room is cleaned daily, and guests receive one key card that also activates electricity.

Dining & Breakfast

A complimentary open buffet breakfast is served each morning from the rooftop terrace with views across the historical peninsula. Throughout the day, complimentary coffee and tea are available to guests in the lobby. Specialized dietary accommodations can be arranged, and there is a kid-friendly buffet option at breakfast.

Services & Amenities

The hotel operates a 24-hour front desk with concierge service, currency exchange, and express check-in/check-out. Airport transfers are available for both pick-up and drop-off, and the hotel offers valet parking and car hire. On-site spa services including massages and treatments are available, and the property provides baby safety gates for families.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

Family connecting rooms and deluxe family rooms with terraces are available, sleeping up to three adults plus a child. The hotel provides baby safety gates and a kid-friendly buffet, and staff can arrange tours and a Bosporus dinner cruise. Children can use the shared lounge area, and there is a minimarket on site for essentials.

Highlights

Location: 3-min walk to Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia

Rooms: Private terraces with Hagia Sophia views

Dining: Complimentary rooftop breakfast with historic views

Services: 24-hour concierge, currency exchange, airport shuttle

Family: Connecting rooms, baby safety gates, kid-friendly buffet

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Albatros Hagia Sophia Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Single Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Triple Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room Balcony
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Great
8.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Playpen
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Albatros Hagia Sophia Hotel Location

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No:12 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110
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Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No:12 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110
Nearby
Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
1500 ft
Mosque
Blue Mosque
1500 ft
Alemdar Mahallesi
Basilica Cistern
1500 ft
Square
Sultanahmet District
1500 ft
Museum
Topkapi Palace
1500 ft
Cankurtaran Mh.
Topkapi Palace harem
1500 ft
Museum
Istanbul Archaeology Museums
1500 ft
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
1500 ft
Historic Areas of Istanbul
1500 ft
Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet
TGC Press Media Museum
1900 ft
Monument
Serpent Column
1500 ft
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu
Cagaloglu Hamami
1500 ft
Binbirdirek
Walled Obelisk
1900 ft
Museum
Hagia Irene
1500 ft
Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Gulhane Park
1500 ft
Divan Yolu Caddesi
Column of Constantine
1900 ft
Museum
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
1500 ft
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
1000 ft
Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
1500 ft
Merkez Beyazit
Mausoleum of Mahmud II
1200 ft
Restaurants
Sultanahmet Koftecisi
1400 ft
Buyukdere Cad. Astoria Alisveris Merkezi No:127 K:3 Sisli Esentepe
Nist Cafe
400 ft
Alemdar Mahallesi
Lokal Eat & Drink
200 ft
Alemdar Mah.
Sutis Special
200 ft
Nuruosmaniye Cad. No:28 Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Dostlar Bufe
0 ft
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. Uretman Han No:27 D:1 Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Sofana Yoresel Ev Yemekleri
300 ft
Cagaloglu Alemdar Mah. Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cd. No: 28 At Sultanahmet
Maya's Corner
400 ft
Alemdar Mh.
Kosk Kebap
600 ft
Alaykosku Cad. No:21 Alemdar Mah.
McDonald's
800 ft
Hobyar Mah. Ankara Cad. No:209 Sirkeci
Kofteci Ramiz
800 ft
Bab-i Ali Cad. Himaye-i Ekfal Sok. No:17 Fatih Merkez
Simit Sarayi
800 ft
Hobyar Mahallesi
Getting around
City Centre
Istanbul5 min  ·  1400 ft
Airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW)68 min  ·  27.8 mi
Istanbul (IST)69 min  ·  28.5 mi
Train
Sultanahmet Tram Station4 min  ·  1000 ft
Sirkeci Train Station8 min  ·  2000 ft
Underground
Vezneciler17 min  ·  4600 ft
Halic20 min  ·  1.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 15 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Albatros Hagia Sophia provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Russian, Turkish, Arabic
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
37
Former name
Tryp Istanbul Hagia Sophia

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Albatros Hagia Sophia Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 261 verified reviews
8.5/10
Great
85%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.1/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.4/10
Facilities
8.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.2/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 216 reviews
8.5/10
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