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Side Hotel


Amenities

  • Parking

  • Airport shuttle

  • Non-Smoking Rooms

  • Tour Desk

  • Housekeeping

  • Safe-Deposit Box

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Property description

Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
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$85
/ night

Guest reviews

What guests think

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Across reviews of Side Hotel, travelers consistently praise its central Sultanahmet location steps from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, and highlight exceptionally friendly, helpful staff who make stays easy with tips, assistance, and welcoming service.

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Facilities

Limited

Cleanliness

Clean

Rooms

Basic

Service

Friendly

Location

Central

Dining

Basic

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6

Penelope

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May 14, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The location, amazing staff & cost effective rate is why you would want to book here. My husband had recently had surgery and needed to be able to return to the room while the rest of us saw the sights and that was invaluable. The other thing that stood out was the staff, specifically the gentleman whose name starts with an E, maybe Ezme? He was so good that I would compare his service to that of a Fairmont or Marriott. Ie I was cleaning my sun glasses & he offered me a glasses cleaner packet and he gave us solid recommendations for dinner. For those reasons I would return. Nothings perfect so some areas that could use improvement are; The breakfast was average in comparison to others we have had in Turkey (but that is a factor in our decision making). I went next door to North Art Coffee to get my yummy Cappachino fix. More importantly the bathroom was dated and as is common there is no fan, which often results in black mold which I believe we had in our room. We needed a larger room to sleep two adults and a teen so perhaps the smaller rooms are without that problem but I think with an update to the bathrooms this place will be fantastic.
The location, amazing staff & cost effective rate is why you would want to book here. My husband had recently had surgery and needed to be able to return to the room while the rest of us saw the sights and that was invaluable. The other thing that stood out was the staff, specifically the gentleman whose name starts with an E, maybe Ezme? He was so good that I would compare his service to that of a Fairmont or Marriott. Ie I was cleaning my sun glasses & he offered me a glasses cleaner packet and he gave us solid recommendations for dinner. For those reasons I would return. Nothings perfect so some areas that could use improvement are; The breakfast was average in comparison to others we have had in Turkey (but that is a factor in our decision making). I went next door to North Art Coffee to get my yummy Cappachino fix. More importantly the bathroom was dated and as is common there is no fan, which often results in black mold which I believe we had in our room. We needed a larger room to sleep two adults and a teen so perhaps the smaller rooms are without that problem but I think with an update to the bathrooms this place will be fantastic.

8

Thomas

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Apr 19, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location with friendly and helpful staff. Plus very nice buffet breakfast and a civilised checking out time if 11:00. Unfortunately our room was quite tired and in need of some work and redecoration. The shower though was very good.
Great location with friendly and helpful staff. Plus very nice buffet breakfast and a civilised checking out time if 11:00. Unfortunately our room was quite tired and in need of some work and redecoration. The shower though was very good.

8

Ernest

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Feb 27, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff. Proximity to major attractions. Great neighborhood for eating mostly.
Great staff. Proximity to major attractions. Great neighborhood for eating mostly.

8

Joshua

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Dec 28, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location, lovely staff, simple rooms.
Great location, lovely staff, simple rooms.

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FARHAN

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Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was not all the same as advertised on the website. It was a mattress on the box spring. No trash cans in the room.
The room was not all the same as advertised on the website. It was a mattress on the box spring. No trash cans in the room.

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Utanga� Sokak No.20-22 Sultanahmet, Cankurtaran, Istanbul, Türkiye

Location

A stay at Side Hotel places you in the heart of Istanbul, within a 5-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Basilica Cistern and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Topkapi Palace.

Hagia Sophia(0.1 miles)

Blue Mosque(0.2 miles)

Sultanahmet Square(0.2 miles)

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet I(0.2 miles)

Basilica Cistern(0.2 miles)

Gülhane Park(0.4 miles)

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Property Policies

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Check-in

Check-out

From 13:30 to 00:00

Before 11:00


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FAQs

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.


The property does not allow pets, but service animals are exempt from this policy.


Check-in is from 1:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.


Airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge of EUR 49 per vehicle (one-way) and can be arranged by contacting the property with arrival details before travel.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.


The property is located in the heart of Istanbul, within a 5-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, and is 1.5 miles from Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace.


One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.


Extra beds are available for a fee of EUR 10.0 per night, and advance request or confirmation may be required.


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