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AHC Ayasofya Hotel

Luxury hotel with full-service spa, connected to a shopping center, near Theodosius Cistern

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In the heart of Old City, Pierre Loti Hotel Old City-Special Class offers an upscale retreat with a free daily manager's reception and a garden. Treat yourself to international cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants, unwind with aromatherapy or Thai massages at Loti Spa, and connect with in-room WiFi. With helpful staff and multilingual support, this hotel near Sultanahmet Square has left lasting impressions on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is CNY973
CNY1,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

Why we love this property

Work meets relaxation
Tackle business in the city center's meeting rooms and workstations. After hours, indulge in spa treatments and unwind at the hotel bars.
Culinary ocean views
Taste international flavors at 2 restaurants with scenic ocean-view dining. This hotel offers 2 bars and a satisfying buffet breakfast.
Spa and sauna retreat
The full-service spa offers daily treatments from aromatherapy to Thai massages. A sauna, Turkish bath, and garden complete this wellness sanctuary.

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin room + 1 Additional Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Double or Twin room + 1 Additional Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room with Jacuzzi and Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Double Room with Jacuzzi and Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room With Jacuzzi And Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Piyerloti Cad. No: 1, Sultanahmet - Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Basilica Cistern - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 54 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 64 min drive
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 13 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 14 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 2 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 3 min walk
  • Beyazit Station - 9 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪T-Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Derviş Cafe 2 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Loti Bistro & Roof Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

AHC Ayasofya Hotel

  • AHC Ayasofya Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet Square. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or mani/pedis, and Roof Restaurant, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Cemberlitas Station is 2 minutes and Sultanahmet Station is 3 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1958
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Area rugs in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 82-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Uses some LED lighting

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Roof Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Terrace Pub Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Loti Cafe & Bar - Overlooking the ocean and garden, this restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately TRY 1050 for adults and TRY 950 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TRY 1930 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for TRY 1300.0 per night
  • Airport shuttle service for children costs TRY 1930 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cashless transactions are available.

Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Property Registration Number 10809

Also known as

Hotel Pierre Loti

Loti Hotel

Pierre Loti Hotel

Pierre Loti Hotel Special Class

Pierre Loti Hotel Special Class Istanbul

Pierre Loti Special Class

Pierre Loti Special Class Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Does AHC Ayasofya Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, AHC Ayasofya Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TRY 1930 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at AHC Ayasofya Hotel and nearby?

AHC Ayasofya Hotel has 2 bars and a spa, as well as a Turkish bath and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near AHC Ayasofya Hotel ?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around AHC Ayasofya Hotel like?

AHC Ayasofya Hotel is in Sultanahmet, a short 2-minute walk from Cemberlitas Station and 5 minutes' walk from Grand Bazaar. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

AHC Ayasofya Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was extensive and delicious with a good choice of hot and cold items. (24 reviews)
  • The spa offers excellent massages and a lovely atmosphere. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, staff were sooo friendly, amazing location walking distance to a lot of attractions
Tahmina Aktar, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location right next to the tram station, close to all the main attractions, and with easy access to plenty of great restaurants. The entire staff is very friendly and treats guests like family. Special thanks to the receptionists—Timur and Yunus—who are incredibly helpful and offer excellent hospitality. We would definitely stay here again!
Apinya, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful— housekeeping, porters, waiters, and receptionists alike. The service was amazing! I don’t remember everyone’s names, but Semih, Yunus, and Timeh were particularly great. Fantastic location!
Apinya, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We use this hotel when we travel to Istanbul, it’s nice hotel, great breakfast
Parviz, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is my 4th time staying at this hotel. Everything is very conveniently located & the staff is very friendly & helpful. Will definitely be staying here again, if I visit Istanbul again.
Manisha, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel location was amazing, staff were extremely helpful and always smiling
Abdullah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Great hotel, very central.
Mir, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful, friendly helpful staff. Great breakfasts buffet. Beautiful rooms with comfortable beds. The location is perfect, central and easily walkable to many sites in Sultan Ahmet. I've stayed here many times.
Denise, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The location was very convenient for us. Close proximity to the ferry, train, sightseeing places and shopping(Bazzars).
Tiffany, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, convenient to everything, transportation, clean nice breakfast buffet
Denise, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent stay in friendly hoyel

Excellent stay in the heart of Istanbul. The hotel staff were very friendly.
Zaahid, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and above average service . Rates are amazing and staff is amazing .
Saqib, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good service, attentive and helpful staff
ADRIAN, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Once again had a wonderful stay at Pierre Loti/Aya Sofia hotel. The hotel is situated right in the heart of Sultanahmet. Amazing panorama from Roof restaurant. Bistro restaurant also very good food and well placed. Reception staff were very helpful and knowledgeable. We didnt get his name but the guy on during rhe day was brilliant. I have been here .many times and will hopefully return soon
Jean, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Had an amazing stay the room was clean and cozy, staff were really helpful and polite and it was great to be walking distance from everything around us
Afroza, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice hotel with access to metro and shopping places
mohamed, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice patio and breakfast area
5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, amazing rooftop restaurant, nice breakfast buffet, nice room
Denise, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

liked the location and the staff would return again
andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was an excellent hotel, so friendly and helpful
Colleen, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very friendly especially Nebahat was always at hand to help, excellent location within short walking distance to alot of tourist attractions. Lovely breakfast as well.
Kulsoom, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to all tourist attractions
Farhanaz, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cafe is nice, friendly staff, good location for shopping
husnain, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing service and convenience location
Maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had an excellent time at this hotel. The staff were very sweet and everything was extremely clean.
Laddan, 7-night trip