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Avg. for November
Nightly prices at Ottoman Hotel Imperial-Special Category average US$69 in the cheapest month (January) and US$145 in the most expensive month (April), based on the last 12 months.
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| January | US$69 |
| February | US$71 |
| March | US$104 |
| April | US$145 |
| May | US$105 |
| June | US$92 |
| July | US$80 |
| August | US$90 |
| September | US$103 |
| October | US$103 |
| November | US$89 |
| December | US$85 |
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Most expensive: April (~US$145)
Cheapest: January (~US$69)
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include free babysitting and a fireplace in the lobby. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at Matbah Restaurant, a theme restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge, take in the garden view, and even dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 49 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 32-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class in Istanbul (Sultanahmet), you'll be steps from Hagia Sophia and 7 minutes by foot from Topkapi Palace. This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Grand Bazaar and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Blue Mosque.
What's nearby
Gülhane Park(0.1 Miles)
Basilica Cistern(0.1 Miles)
Istanbul Archaeology Museums(0.2 Miles)
Sultanahmet Square(0.2 Miles)
Hagia Sophia(0.2 Miles)
Topkapi Palace(0.3 Miles)
Blue Mosque(0.3 Miles)
Turkish and Islamic Art Museum(0.4 Miles)
Column of Constantine(0.6 Miles)
Grand Bazaar(0.6 Miles)
Little Hagia Sophia(0.7 Miles)
Egyptian Bazaar(0.7 Miles)
Eminönü Square(0.7 Miles)
Beyazit Square(0.9 Miles)
Süleymaniye Mosque(1.1 Miles)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)(28.5 Miles)
Istanbul Airport (IST)(26.8 Miles)
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Tour desk
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Gülhane Park (0.1 Miles)
Basilica Cistern (0.1 Miles)
Istanbul Archaeology Museums (0.2 Miles)
Sultanahmet Square (0.2 Miles)
Hagia Sophia (0.2 Miles)
Topkapi Palace (0.3 Miles)
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Business
5%
Couple
55%
Family
17%
Group
14%
Solo
6%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Ottoman Hotel Imperial-Special Category draws consistent praise for its exceptionally central, walkable position by Hagia Sophia and its warm, helpful staff, while feedback on rooms and breakfast is more mixed due to age, size, noise, and variety.
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What guests think
Ottoman Hotel Imperial-Special Category draws consistent praise for its exceptionally central, walkable position by Hagia Sophia and its warm, helpful staff, while feedback on rooms and breakfast is more mixed due to age, size, noise, and variety.
Many guests highlight the on-site restaurant and a breakfast room with city views, but the historic building has stairs and limited step-free access, and reaching the area by taxi can be awkward due to tram-only streets. Cleanliness is generally good, yet several reviews mention dated furnishings, maintenance issues, and occasional plumbing or water concerns. Expect an unbeatable Old City base with standout service, but variable room comfort.
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Facilities
The on-site restaurant and breakfast room are frequently praised, often for quality and city views. The historic building has stairs with limited step-free access, and some guests note there is no elevator.
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Cleanliness
Many guests find rooms and common areas clean, but several report maintenance lapses—stained or worn elements, drainage issues, and occasional bathroom or water cleanliness problems.
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Rooms
Room experiences vary: some are spacious and comfortable, sometimes with balconies or Turkish-bath features, while many are small and dated with tired furnishings, weak A/C or heating, and poor soundproofing that lets in tram and call-to-prayer noise.
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Service
Service is a standout, with consistently friendly, accommodating staff who assist with transport, tips, and room changes; a few note hiccups with transfers or upselling.
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Location
Outstanding location steps from Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi and the tram, making sightseeing easy. Some find arrival difficult in the pedestrian/tram zone and note street, tram, or mosque noise.
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Dining
Breakfast is often described as good with nice views, though multiple reviews call it average, repetitive, or poor and critique the coffee. The on-site restaurant receives strong praise.
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A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until midnight, and check-out is by 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and additional charges may apply.
A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge of TRY 2150 per room. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel to arrange the transfer.
The hotel is located in Sultanahmet, just steps from Hagia Sophia and a short walk from the Blue Mosque. It is approximately 0.6 miles from the Grand Bazaar and 1.3 miles from Topkapi Palace.
Up to 6 children aged 1 year old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
A rollaway bed is available for a fee of TRY 900 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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