Almina Hotel - Special Class

Hotels
9.2 (346 reviews)
Kucukayasofya Cad. Akbiyikdegirmeni Sokak No:27 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Some maintenance needed
Noise from surrounding area

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Multiple reviews referenced issues with room cleanliness and wear.
Service
9.98
Guests consistently praised the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
9.61
Many reviews highlighted the hotel's convenient location near major attractions.
Room Quality
8.56
Rooms are noted as spacious and clean, although some had issues with maintenance.
Amenities
9.09
Good breakfast options and appealing common areas, although some amenities had extra charges.
Value for Money
9.05
Generally regarded as good value, but some reviews suggest avoiding lower floor rooms due to light.
Food and Beverage
9.6
Breakfast options received high praise for variety and quality despite some limitations.
Overall Experience
9.57
Overall guest experience was positive with many expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:08

Property Description

Central Location near Historic Landmarks

Located just steps away from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Almina Hotel offers a prime spot in the historic heart of Istanbul.

Modern Amenities and Elegant Accommodations

Enjoy well-appointed rooms with free wireless internet access and satellite TV, catering to the needs of all guests from solo travelers to families.

Rooftop Terrace with Stunning Sea Views

Indulge in a complimentary fruit basket and welcome drink upon arrival, then start your day with a sumptuous buffet breakfast. After exploring nearby attractions like Topkapi Palace Museum and the Grand Bazaar, unwind on the rooftop terrace overlooking the Marmara Sea.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Almina Hotel!

Important information:

Almina Hotel & Spa - Special Class offers a welcome drink upon arrival.

Guests can benefit from 20% discount for hammam, spa center and massage facilities.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 7 years old to 12 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 6 years old and over stay for € 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 346 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 9.98
Location: 9.61
Room Quality: 8.56
Amenities: 9.09
Value for Money: 9.05
Food and Beverage: 9.6
Overall Experience: 9.57
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Paolo giuseppe • extended_group • it
8
Pros:

La posizione è ottima perchè in pochi minuti a piedi è possibile raggiungere la piazza Sultanahmet! il quartiere è tranquillo e colazione ricca con prodotti di qualità.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • family_with_children • us
9
Wonderful stay in a beautiful city
Pros:

A wonderful hotel in a great location. The hotel was as described and in an area that was very close to everything but just off of the busy streets with all the restaurants and traffic. We were everywhere we wanted to be within several minutes of walking. The room was comfortable and the breakfast on the terrace every morning had everything we needed. It was fresh and we all had a good breakfast every day. The staff was friendly and always willing to help.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Cléopat • family_with_children • fr
9
Excellent
Pros:

La gentillesse du personnel, l'emplacement, le confort et la décoration de l'hôtel. Le petit déjeuner aussi était excellent et varié

Cons:

Le ménage un peu aléatoire de la chambre

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Günter • family_with_children • at
10
Pros:

Hotel staff extraordinarily friendly and helpful

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Lydia • family_with_children • fr
7
Bien
Pros:

Petit dej

Cons:

Mal située

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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silviatV7547XJ • Friends getaway • Novara, Province of Novara, Piedmont
10
Good location, perfect service, polite staff!!!
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Almina. The overall experience was very pleasant, with clean rooms, a comfortable atmosphere, and great attention to detail throughout the hotel.

I would especially like to highlight the receptionist, Vedat, who was extremely kind, friendly, and communicative. He made us feel welcome from the very beginning and was always ready to help with any questions or requests. His professionalism and positive attitude truly made a difference in our stay.

I highly recommend Hotel Almina to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

2026-03-20 • via Tripadvisor
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Elena • couple • it
10
Almina Hotel, un posto consigliato!
Pros:

Posizione strategica, vicino ai posti iconici di Istanbul;colazione ricca e varia, di ottima qualità e camere pulite. Staff gentile e disponibile!

Cons:

Tutto perfetto!

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
6
640shafiqa • Couples
10
Review on everything
Pros:

Hotel 8/10
Staff 10/10
Rooms 8/10
Bathroom 8/10
Location 10/10 like 5 minutes away from the centre
Cleanliness 9/10
Reasonable price, it was worth it for us tbh, we only had bed and breakfast so wasn’t too bad..
Atmosphere was ok but could be better, overall it was good for what we needed it to be 👍

2026-02-19 • via Tripadvisor
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giannish2026 • Couples
10
Best hotel
Pros:

Best hotel i have stayed. Beautiful rooms with nice view and delicious breakfast!!! And the people working there were very helpful and kind.

2026-02-18 • via Tripadvisor
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andreeadY5696DK • Friends getaway
10
Very good value for money
Pros:

Great stuff, clean rooms and amazing experience

2026-02-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Jeanne • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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PETRA • extended_group • si
9
Pros:

Dobra lokacija, prijazno osebje, čiste in prostorne sobe, zelo udobna postelja. Dober zajtrk, veliko izbire.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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semir • couple • fr
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
V
Vladimir • family_with_children • ru
9
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
R
RAZA • solo_traveller • pk
10
Pros:

Greatest

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
R
ryan • family_with_children • ie
8
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
K
Khan • family_with_children • in
10
Pros:

Excellent service and excellent staff

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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alexia • extended_group • ad
7
Cerca del centro y atencion amable.
Pros:

Buena ubicación y buen desayuno. A 5’ de sultanhamed andando.

Cons:

En la terraza donde se tomaba desayuno hacia frio. Solo habia una estufa y siempre la tenia encendida en su mesa la misma familia.

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
M
Megyer • extended_group • hu
10
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • couple • fr
10
Levers de soleil sur la mer et vue sur la Mosquée bleue
Pros:

Chambre très agréable et calme. Petits déjeuners variés et de qualité : cuisinés sur place. Vue sur la mer de Marmara et ses levers de soleil. Personnel très agréable.

Cons:

Rien

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee