Arena Hotel - Special Class

Hotels
Independent
8.6 (76 reviews)
Kucukayasofya Mah., Sehit Mehmet Pasa yokusu, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122 , Istanbul , TR

Facilities

Free breakfast
Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Express check-out
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Clean rooms
Friendly staff

Categories

Cleanliness
8.74
Room always kept clean.
Service
8.91
Staff spoke good English and always friendly.
Location
8.95
Location couldn't be better.
Room Quality
8.4
Got upgraded to a better room.
Amenities
8.43
Well stocked buffet breakfast.
Value for Money
8.39
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Excelente desayuno.
Overall Experience
8.51
Would stay here again.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 02:01

Property Description

Discover a tranquil retreat in the heart of Istanbul at Arena Hotel - Special Class, where luxury meets unparalleled service.

Relaxation Awaits
Unwind at our full-service spa, offering a range of soothing massages, rejuvenating body treatments, and refreshing facials designed to pamper your senses and restore your peace of mind.

Culinary Delights
Savor exquisite cuisine at Delight Restaurant, featuring a bar/lounge atmosphere and 24-hour room service. Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast daily to fuel your adventures in this vibrant city.

Comfort & Connectivity
Rest easy in one of our 40 air-conditioned rooms, equipped with Select Comfort beds and complimentary Wi-Fi. Enjoy modern amenities including minibars and LCD televisions, along with private bathrooms stocked with luxurious toiletries.

Don’t miss out on your perfect getaway; book your stay at Arena Hotel - Special Class today!

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: IST

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-in is available

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 76 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.74
Service: 8.91
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.51
J
john
8
Pros:

Great location. Gave us a great ride to airport. Dont like bathroom light & fan go on together. Noisy. A/C was good.


2025-09-30 via Nuitee
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Ben family
8
Pros:

Location couldn't be better, room always kept clean, AC didnt work in first room so got upgraded to a better room. Staff spoke good english and always friendly. Well stocked buffet breakfast.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
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Kimberly friends
10
Pros:

Excellent location. Very clean. Would stay here again

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
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Igor
10
Pros:

Nice caring people.

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
M
Mónica Lizette
10
Pros:

Muy buen hotel, excelente desayuno, cómodo y el personal muy amable y servicial

2025-07-23 via Nuitee
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ANGELA
8
Pros:

Muito bom atendinento. Localização excelente, perto de diversos pontos turísticos.

2025-06-13 via Nuitee
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helene Geneviève family
10
Pros:

Le personnel est d'un calme Olympien, il a énormément de considération pour ses hôtes, ils nous donnent de bons conseils.
Ils sont formidables

2025-06-07 via Nuitee
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Juan Diego partner
10
Pros:

Nos gustó muchísimo. Es un hotel cómodo, de buen precio, con muy buen desayuno y ubicado en una parte hermosa de la ciudad. Muy recomendado por la variedad de lugares a los que se puede ir caminando.

2025-05-30 via Nuitee
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Z5121HFdianat Family
10
My stay at Arena with my Granddaughter ❤️
Pros:

Very Friendly and helpful staff. The room was very comfortable and the shower room was very clean and plenty of hot water! The Arena is more of a True Turkish experience and fairly reasonable pricing. They recommended a great one day sightseeing tour of the city and scheduled an affordable ride to the airport.

2025-05-21 via Tripadvisor
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Delia
10
Pros:

Todo estubo de 100 , volveria con gusto!!

2025-05-11 via Nuitee
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willjc95 Friends getaway gb
10
A super location
Pros:

Stayed for 3 nights May 2025. The staff were friendly and polite. The location couldn’t be better, approx 3-5 minutes walk from the Blue Mosque. The breakfast selection was good. The room was clean and comfortable. I thought charging 1 euro for water in the room was a bit cheeky, but there is a little supermarket just up the road with all items priced. The tram system was handy for us getting back at night from the other side of the river in the evenings, as that’s where the bars are. If you’re visiting for the key tourist attractions, then you can’t really find a better spot I don’t think. 12 midday checkout was handy too plus there is a 24 hour reception.

2025-05-08 via Tripadvisor
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F3072SLianr Couples
10
Friendly & Top Location
Pros:

Excellent location in the older area of the city within walking distance of the major attractions (Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Cistern, Topkapi Palace, etc). Staff are excellent across the board. Happy to chat and offer advice or arrange bookings. Very welcoming and rooms we had (2 stays) were very comfortable. Great value for money and would recommend to anyone.

2025-05-05 via Tripadvisor
M
Massimiliano
10
Pros:

Hotel vero amazing, The location is around a important monuments, service very good and restaurant is good

2025-04-23 via Nuitee
K
Kurt family
10
Pros:

Great place, very close to everything. Staff was super helpful and enjoyed our stay. We were able to walk everywhere from the hotel or close to the metro for our longer excursions. Highly recommend.

2025-03-31 via Nuitee
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Allan family
10
Pros:

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The breakfast was excellent, offering a wide variety of fresh and delicious options. The staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help, making the experience even more enjoyable. The location was perfect—close to multiple shops and restaurants, making it easy to explore the area. Highly recommend for a comfortable and convenient stay!

2025-03-25 via Nuitee
P
peter partner
8
Pros:

Sehr nettes Personal

2025-03-22 via Nuitee
O
Olga
10
Pros:

I like Arena, caring staff, easy to get everywhere, a few min from Sultan Hamed square, definitely will stay there again

2025-02-03 via Nuitee
B
Beril
2
Yanlış oda kafalarına göre rezervasyon yapıyorlar
Pros:

Verilen oda aldığım oda değildi kafalarına göre rezervasyon alıyorlar sonra da otelde oda yoktan olay yaratınca sizin odanız bu değil felan manipülasyon çabaları turist avcısı bir otel ayrıca

2025-01-28 via Nuitee
A
Amanda
10
2 night stay
Pros:

Nice stay and friendly staff. Great walkable area. Only issue was that the TV didn’t work but other than that we enjoyed our stay.

2025-01-24 via Nuitee
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philippe
10
Pros:

Très bien

2025-01-24 via Nuitee