The Empress Theodora Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1673 reviews)
Alemdar Cad. No:16 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great location
Good breakfast variety
Cons:
Noise from nearby activities
Cleaning could improve

Categories

Cleanliness
7.46
Cleaning was not adequate and some areas appeared old.
Service
9.43
Staff was very helpful and accommodating, responding to all inquiries.
Location
9.47
Perfect location, within walking distance to main attractions.
Room Quality
7.92
Rooms were clean but some had issues with noise.
Amenities
8.45
Amenities such as breakfast were satisfactory.
Value for Money
8.91
Great value given the location and service quality.
Food and Beverage
7.96
Breakfast was good but somewhat monotonous.
Overall Experience
8.43
Overall stay was enjoyable despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:21

Property Description

Rooftop Restaurant with Stunning Views
Located in the heart of Sultanahmet, the Empress Theodora Hotel offers a unique experience with its rooftop restaurant overlooking the Sultan Zeynep Mosque.

Spacious Rooms with Modern Amenities
The hotel boasts spacious rooms featuring LCD TVs, satellite channels, and en suite bathrooms with oversized showers. Each room also includes a safety deposit box for your convenience.

Convenient Location and Services
Situated opposite a tram stop, the Empress Theodora Hotel is within walking distance of top historic attractions like Topkapi Palace and the Archaeological Museum. With a 24-hour reception and concierge service, your needs are always taken care of.

Experience the charm of Sultanahmet at Empress Theodora Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), The Rooftop Restaurant is unavailable until further notice.

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.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1673 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.91
Food and Beverage: 7.96
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Adil • couple • ba
10
Osoblje hotela 24h na raspolaganju,cistoca hotela i apartmana odlicna
Pros:

Dorucak za 10.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
Оксана • couple • ua
9
Чудове місце розташування. Привітний персонал. Хороший сніданок. Все було чудово.
Pros:

Привітний персонал. Гарне місце розташування

Cons:

Все ок

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Nurulhidayah • extended_group • my
8
Pros:

Nearny main attraction - Hagia Sophia n Blue Mosque

Cons:

No aircond

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Ahmad • family_with_children • de
7
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Eleni • family_with_children • gr
10
Pros:

Εξαιρετική τοποθεσία από την οποία μπορείς με τα πόδια να δεις πολλά αξιοθέατα. Καλή περιοχή στην οποία κινείσαι άφοβα μέχρι αργά το βράδυ. Δωμάτια καθάρα και πρωινό καλό για τα λεφτά του. Πάντα πρόθυμοι και ευγενικοί στη ρεσεψιόν. Με χαμόγελο σε εξυπηρετούν και σε βοηθούν με ό,τι τους ζητήσεις. Θα το επέλεγα πάλι.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Eliza • couple • my
10
Satisfied
Pros:

I really like this hotel cause its walking distance to hagia sophia , so that you can easily go to the mosque to pray. Since we are travel during Ramadan and can’t have my breakfast, i asked for sahoor Alhamdulillah they managed to provide me sahoor . Thank you so much for your services . Room is fantastic.

Cons:

All good

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Fabio • couple • it
10
Pros:

Posizione perfetta, accoglienza e gentilezza. Acqua sempre in camera. Ottima colazione.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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waseem • couple • us
8
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Marta • family_with_children • pl
9
Pros:

Super lokalizacja, tramwaj blisko, sklepy i restauracje w pobliżu, 5 min do głównych zabytków.

Cons:

Mimo położenia na pierwszym piętrze pokój nie miał widoku z okna (za oknem były schody i jakiś materiał).
Sufit w łazience wyglądał jak po inwazji pleśni.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
Łukasz • couple • pl
7
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Aikaterini • family_with_children • gr
10
Pros:

Perfect location, close to everything! Helpful staff, clean rooms

Cons:

No problem for us, but no elevator/lift

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Ali • couple • az
10
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Farid • extended_group • az
10
Pros:

Şehirin tam merkezinde,oda temiz, kahvaltı mükemmel

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Farid • couple • az
10
Pros:

Her şey mükemmel

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Rasal • extended_group • us
10
Front desk guy is very informative person.the restaurant food is very food and 2 guy working at breakfast area and resta
Pros:

Clean rooms and there is 3 guy working they’re very helpful taking our Luggages upstairs

Cons:

N/A

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Masud • solo_traveller • us
8
Perfect location. Value for money.
Pros:

Convenient location. Within walking distance from major attractions. There are two trim stations nearby. Breakfast was included and lots of restaurants within walk.

Cons:

There is no elevator. So, be prepared to walk up and down.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Mariela • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

La atención!! Y la ubicación....

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Eon • couple • us
10
Pleased with my choice.
Pros:

I like the proximity to most historic sites and tram station to move around the city, beautiful park very close to hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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evgenii • family_with_children • ru
10
Pros:

Доброжелательный персонал. Пошли на встречу и заселили раньше положенного времени. Завтрак вкусный.

Cons:

За окном шумная улица.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • family_with_children • es
9
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee