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About the Hotel

Divanyolu Cad. No:68 Sultanahmet / Fatih / Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110
Great
8.5
9.1
/10
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/5

Boutique hotel near historic attractions in Istanbul's Old City

Location & Surroundings

Faros Hotel Old City is situated on a lively corner in Sultanahmet, 150 meters from the tram stop and within a 5-minute walk of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. The Grand Bazaar is 5 minutes on foot from the hotel, while Sirkeci Marmaray Station is 800 meters away. Many restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops line the streets around the property.

Accommodations

All rooms come with air conditioning, satellite flat-screen TV, and minibar. Many rooms offer views of Hagia Sophia and the Bosphorus Strait. Room types include Standard Double or Twin, Triple, Family (4 adults + 1 child), and Double with Balcony or Terrace.

Dining

A daily breakfast buffet is served in the hotel's dining room each morning. The Central Pub Restaurant offers Turkish cuisine on a street-level terrace and is open for drinks 24/7. Hotel guests receive a 20% discount on meals at the restaurant.

Services & Amenities

Complimentary one-way airport transfer is provided for stays of three nights or more. The 24-hour front desk offers concierge services, express check-in/check-out, and private check-in/check-out. A lift with Braille signage and key card access are available throughout the property.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

Family rooms can accommodate up to 4 adults and 1 child, with bunk beds in the triple room option. The hotel provides grocery deliveries and packed lunches upon request. The tram stop outside allows easy access to other parts of the city without a car.

Highlights

Location: 150 m from tram, 5-min walk to Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque

Rooms: Views of Hagia Sophia and Bosphorus, family rooms available

Dining: Daily breakfast buffet, 24/7 Central Pub with 20% guest discount

Services: Complimentary one-way airport transfer (3+ nights), 24-hour concierge

Family: Bunk beds, grocery deliveries, packed lunches

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Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room Terrace
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Triple Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room Balcony
2 persons
250 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
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • 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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Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category Location

Divanyolu Cad. No:68 Sultanahmet / Fatih / Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110
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Divanyolu Cad. No:68 Sultanahmet / Fatih / Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110
Nearby
Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
1700 ft
Mosque
Blue Mosque
1500 ft
Alemdar Mahallesi
Basilica Cistern
1400 ft
Square
Sultanahmet District
1900 ft
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
1400 ft
Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet
TGC Press Media Museum
200 ft
Historic Areas of Istanbul
1900 ft
Monument
Serpent Column
1500 ft
Mosque
Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque
1900 ft
Binbirdirek
Walled Obelisk
1200 ft
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu
Cagaloglu Hamami
1200 ft
Divan Yolu Caddesi
Column of Constantine
1600 ft
Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Gulhane Park
1800 ft
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
1600 ft
Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
800 ft
Merkez Beyazit
Mausoleum of Mahmud II
400 ft
Binbirdirek
Theodosius Cistern
800 ft
Restaurants
Beso Restaurant Bistro
200 ft
Ordu caddesi
Faros Restaurant Old City
100 ft
Divanyolu Cad. No: 76
Cozy Restaurant Cafe & Pub
200 ft
Divan Yolu Caddesi No: 66 Sultanahmet
Simit cafe
0 ft
Binbirdirek mah.divanyolu cad. No 19 sultanahmed simit cafe
Anatolian House
100 ft
Divanyolu Cad. Hoca Rustem Sok. No: 7/B
Buhara Ocakbasi Restaurant
1100 ft
Alemdar Mah. Nuruosmaniye Cad. No: 7 Sultanahmet
Cigdem Pastanesi
200 ft
Alemdar Mh. Divan Yolu Cd. No: 62 Fatih
Pasha Cafe & Pub
200 ft
Divan Yolu Cad. No 64 Sultanahmet - Fatih
New Asian Restaurant
300 ft
Bab-i Ali Caddesi
Ayasofya Kebab House
300 ft
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Caddesi
Getting around
City Centre
Istanbul4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW)65 min  ·  26.7 mi
Istanbul (IST)71 min  ·  29.1 mi
Train
Sultanahmet Tram Station3 min  ·  700 ft
Sirkeci Train Station10 min  ·  2700 ft
Underground
Vezneciler16 min  ·  4300 ft
Halic22 min  ·  1.1 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 11:00-12:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Faros Old City - Special Category serves a full breakfast for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Turkish, Arabic
Number of rooms:
25
Former name
Faros Hotel Sultanahmet

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 963 verified reviews
8.5/10
Great
89%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.9/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Comfort
8.6/10
Facilities
8.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
8.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 2216 reviews
8.5/10
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