Ares Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (962 reviews)
Alemdar mah. Incili Cavus Sok No 17 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , TR

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location within walking distance of major attractions
Very friendly and helpful staff (several named)
Clean rooms
Amazing rooftop terrace with great views
Good breakfast
Generally good value for the area
Cons:
Rooms can be small for three people
Limited breakfast choices (not buffet)
Occasional TV issues in rooms
On-site terrace restaurant noted as excessively expensive

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
Multiple reviews note rooms were clean and guests slept well; overall cleanliness is consistently praised.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly described as very friendly, helpful and responsive (named staff: Ali, Joseph, Haji Yousuf); strong positive sentiment for service.
Location
9.5
Consistently highlighted as excellent—in the heart of the historic district, within minutes' walk of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and many restaurants.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms described as simple and a bit small for three people; one report of occasional TV issues—satisfactory but not spacious or luxurious.
Amenities
9
Rooftop terrace/cafe repeatedly praised for views and atmosphere; general amenities considered a strong point for this property.
Value for Money
8
Several guests commented the price-to-quality ratio is fair and good value, though reviewers note high tourist-area meal prices which temper this slightly.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Breakfast frequently described as good or delicious but sometimes limited in choice; on-site terrace restaurant considered expensive by one reviewer.
Overall Experience
8.1
Overall impressions are very positive—excellent location, friendly staff and clean rooms lead to a strong, satisfying stay despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 01:19

Property Description

Prime Location in Historic Istanbul
Located next to Hagia Sophia, Ares Hotel Sultanahmet offers a prime location in Istanbul's historic city centre. With the Blue Mosque, Archeological Museum, and Topkapi Palace just steps away, immerse yourself in the rich history of the city.

Panoramic Views from Terrace Restaurant
Indulge in breathtaking views of Istanbul, including the Bosporus, from the restaurant terrace at Ares Hotel. Enjoy a meal while taking in the stunning scenery of the historic centre.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
Relax in air-conditioned rooms featuring orthopedic beds, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Each room also includes a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer for your convenience.

Experience the best of Istanbul at Ares Hotel Sultanahmet. Book your stay now for an unforgettable visit to this enchanting city.

Important information:

Please note that the hotel offers shuttle services to/from Ataturk International Airport for an additional charge. Guests are kindly requested to inform the property in advance if they want to make use of this service. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.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.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 962 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 9
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 8.1
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Jayne • extended_group • gb
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Ekaterina • family_with_children • ge
10
Pros:

Staff was very helpful! Special thanks to Mr. Umit!

Cons:

Comfort in rooms. Breakfast clone more various.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Asmorom • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Es war sehr zentral

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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dariusz • solo_traveller • pl
6
Pros:

Lokalizacja , personel

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Carmen • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Excelente localização e acolhimento. Cheguei tarde e fui super bem recebida. Durante a hospedagem, tudo o que precisei me foi providenciado com presteza e simpatia.

Cons:

O hotel é bastante simples mas atende perfeitamente às necessidades do viajante.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Rustamjon • couple • uz
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Christian • solo_traveller • fr
8
Hotel sympa, agréable et très bien placé.
Pros:

Le rapport qualité prix et l emplacement.

Cons:

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2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Claudine • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

Il personale e la posizione

Cons:

Il materasso del letto e poi il bagno è un po' vetusto

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Shakeel • couple • gb
10
We are very happy special thanks for umet and kitchen staff.
Pros:

Staff was very nice and friendly we specifically thanks for umet who gave us very good customer service always ask us if we need any help during our stay .Kitchen staff was very nice and friendly.

Cons:

Customer service

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Juan.L • couple • es
10
10 nights
Pros:

It is a nice place, I had everything close to the center of histórico of Istanbul,. The excellent and friendly members from the Ares Hotel are excellent person and very kind to others customer. I had a nice experience and felt happy in the Ares hotel.

Cons:

I had a nice experience in the hotel Ares. Thanks a lot.
Not bad comments.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Jaciana • solo_traveller • br
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Murod • solo_traveller • tj
10
had a wonderful stay at Ares Hotel in Istanbul from September 1st to 8th, 2026. Everything was great, and I truly enjoy
Pros:

Everything and everyone!

Cons:

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2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Sabrine • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Agata • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Hotel znajduje się w świetnej lokalizacji co jest ogromnym atutem. Personel bardzo pomocny, uprzejmy, na każdą prośbę bardzo szybko reagujący, jeśli bym miała wystawić ocenę pracownikom to jest to 10/10 (polecam hotelom z wyższym standardem miały takich pracowników). Śniadania proste, bardzo dobre, na początek dnia świetna opcja. Łóżka wygodne, pokoje czyste, owszem przydałoby się odnowienie pokojów ale jednak to nie wpływa na moją ocenę i z uwagi na całokształt oceniam hotel bardzo pozytywnie.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Els • solo_traveller • be
8
Pros:

De locatie is geweldig!! Dicht bij grote bezienswaardigheden maar ook openbaar vervoer.
Personeel was erg vriendelijk en behulpzaam.
Zelfs ontbijt gekregen op de dag van aankomst. En onze kamer vroeger kunnen inchecken.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Michelangelo • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

La posizione, l'accoglienza e la disponibilità del personale con a capo il Manager Alì. I servizi in camera aria condizionata e frigo e il bellissimo ristorante nel rofftop.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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iulia • extended_group • md
10
Мне всё понравилось
Pros:

Отличный персонал, чистый номер, прекрасная терасса , это самый центр города,рядом со Святой Софией. Всё отлично в этом отеле.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Rapael • family_with_children • ge
10
Pros:

ლოკაცია იდეალურია, გვერდზე აია სოფია, სულთან აჰმედის მეჩეთი, თოფქაფის სასახლე, ცისტერნა ბაზილიკა, გიულჰანეს პარკი და სხვა. პერსონალი არის ძალიან თბილი მითუნეტეს რესეფშენზე.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Brioni • couple • au
9
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and helpful! They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable. The air conditioning was amazing (and necessary). Their breakfast was a great inclusion and very tasty.

Cons:

The room was basic but had everything we needed.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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DiarmuidJoseph • solo_traveller • jp
10
Pros:

The staff were so friendly and helpful stuff

Cons:

Nothing in particular
It's

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee