Ayasofya Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Istanbul
About the Hotel
Rooms with History
The Ayasofya Hotel occupies a 19th-century Ottoman house with 29 guest rooms and suites. Rooms feature wood floors, twin or double beds, and soundproof windows. The top-floor suite adds a king-size bed, bathtub, and covered outdoor terrace with Sea of Marmara views. All rooms include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, and a tea/coffee maker.
Dining and Breakfast
Guests start the day with a traditional Turkish breakfast buffet. The restaurant features paneled wood walls, painted tiles, and hanging carpets. The terrace bar offers panoramic views of the Sea of Marmara, serving wine and soft drinks.
Leisure and Relaxation
The hotel provides barbecue grills and a television in a common area. The rooftop terrace bar overlooks the Sea of Marmara, offering a setting for evening drinks.
Prime Sultanahmet Location
The hotel sits on a cobblestone street in Istanbul's Sultanahmet neighborhood, just under the ancient Hippodrome. It is a few minutes' walk from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Serpent Column. The Sultanahmet Tram Station is a 10-minute walk away. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 45 km from the property.
Guest Services
Services include 24-hour room service, a business center, concierge assistance, and complimentary WLAN internet access. The hotel offers babysitting/childcare and provides an airport shuttle service.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- 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