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Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class

Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, connected to a shopping center, near Hagia Sophia

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Near Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque, Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet, coffee shop/cafe, and theme restaurant featuring al fresco dining. Explore the garden or library during downtime while the kids enjoy supervised childcare activities. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Free babysitting
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (free)
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Why we love this property

Local food feast
This hotel features al fresco dining with garden views. Guests enjoy a cafe, bar, and free buffet breakfast, with vegan and local food options.
Premium sleep paradise
Sleep soundly with premium bedding and a personalized pillow menu. Blackout drapes ensure complete darkness while bathrobes add comfort after room service.

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Vezir Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Vezir Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Jetted bathtub
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Sultan Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Sultan Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Single Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Jetted bathtub
Bathrobes
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Sultan Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Sultan Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Caferiye Sok. No. 6/1, Sultanhmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 55 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 69 min drive
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 7 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 8 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 22 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 4 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 5 min walk
  • Sirkeci Station - 9 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Gülhane Sur Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Le Safran - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Espressolab - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪EFEZÂDE - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Green Corner - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class

When you stay at Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition. Public transportation is just a short walk: Gulhane Station is 4 minutes and Sultanahmet Station is 5 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 49 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • 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
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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

    • Up to 6 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Free babysitting
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free babysitting

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

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

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Reusable cups only

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Matbah Restaurant - This theme restaurant overlooks the garden. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TRY 2150 per room (roundtrip)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for TRY 900 per night

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.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
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
Property Registration Number 11560

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class 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 Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TRY 2150 per room roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class and nearby?

Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class?

Yes, Matbah Restaurant offers alfresco dining and garden views.

What's the area around Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class like?

Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class is a short 4-minute walk from Gulhane Station and 4 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

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Reviews

Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a delicious spread with a variety of traditional and English selections. (15 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant served delicious food and the breakfast was always satisfying. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location of the hotel could not have been better.
Penelope, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice sized room with comfortable bed cleaned daily. Staff really helpful and friendly who drove us to the taxi rank when we were leaving as traffic was unable to stop outside…because we were a stone’s throw from the Hagia Sofia!! So well positioned for that and all the other main attractions. Would definitely recommend and will return in the future.
Dawn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant location - window view to AyaSofya mosque
Mohamed, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is ideally located on a quiet, mostly car-free cobble stone street directly behind Haggia Sophia. You’ll hear the calls to prayer throughout the day (and early morning) and can walk to many of Istanbul’s main sights. Just blocks from Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and a lovely park with fountains and vendors selling roasted corn, bread and tea. Our room was very clean and spacious with a comfortable bed and large bathroom. We were welcomed at the front desk by kind and efficient staff and enjoyed the delicious and bountiful breakfast buffet both mornings of our stay. Lots of great dining options nearby and trams connecting the city are accessible just a block away. We arranged a taxi to the airport through the hotel desk and they shuttled us in their “buggy” to the waiting van a few blocks away. Highly recommend this hotel!
Debra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff super welcoming and friendly made you feel like home .
Safoah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the location of the Ottoman imperial Hotel, the staff were so pleasant and helpful, and I had an all-around safe failing while on the property.
View from our room
Nancy, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel in a fantastic location. Very comfortable and great breakfast included. The hotel itself is very quiet.
Jeffrey, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Service was great, the room was so noisy, Many noises during the night
Ingrid, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome views
Evgeny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is classy. The rooms are luxurious and the breakfast is wonderful. Be aware that it's an old building that would not be accessible to people with disabilities. If that's not an issue for you, it's very nice and close to the main sights.
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hospitality from the staff.
Mizell, 5-night trip

4/10 Fair

I’m not sure where to begin. The rooms are in disrepair. I’m not sure what’s going on. There has been no renovation or anything in decades. The furniture, walls, bathroom were just in poor condition. We stayed here over 10 years ago, and do not remember this condition. The pillows felt like they were a decade old, like hard as a rock. If you are desiring location, a nice restaurant and great customer service, but don’t mind poor room conditions, then this is the place for you. I’m doubting we will ever stay here again.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the location. It’s close to all the site seeing.
Denis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel , staff are extremely helpful. Close to all major attractions.
Mohammed Huzaifa, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and nice Hotel.
George, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was excellent and location right next to Hagia Sophia and near Blue Mosque
Lily, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were friendly , the hotel was in a location where all the main attractions were.
Sharifa, 13-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, charming older hotel, traditional and delightful, restaurant very good.
carolyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff
Hussain, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location was excellent in terms of closeness to the Hagia Sophia and other sites. However, our room and bathroom were very outdated. Also, it was right by the tramway tracks, so the train noise and calls to prayer from the Hagia Sophia made it tough to sleep through the night.
Chris, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and quite close to major tram stops. Surrounded by history and within walking distance of major tourist sites.
Kathleen, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location and services, friendly staff
Boris, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location and friendly services
6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great. breakfast good. near to many sites and near to the tram stop.
Janet, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good stay

Top location, walk everywhere even for elderly guests like us. Good breakfast variety, eggs cooked to order. Will stay again. Highly recommended, plenty of dining options and easy access to trams
Mrs Zarinabai, 4-night trip