The Empress Theodora Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1767 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 1767 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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Sanja • extended_group • hr
10
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Anastasia • couple • ru
10
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Vanya • solo_traveller • bg
9
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Ciprian • family_with_children • ro
10
Fabulos
Pros:

Foarte aproape de toate obiectivele importante

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • solo_traveller • es
9
Perfecta ubicación y personal muy atento
Pros:

La ubicación, cerca de varios puntos de interés (mezquita santa Sofía, mezquita azul, palacio topkapi, cisterna de basílica..).
El personal muy agradable y muy atento. Nos dieron una habitación superior a la que teníamos contratada. Nos ofrecieron botellas de agua en varias ocasiones (a la llegada, a la ida..)
El tranvía pasa justo en frente, pensabamos que íbamos a escuchar ruido al dormir por las mezquitas cercanas, el tranvía...pero no fue así.
El buffet en general está bien pero podría haber algo más de variedad.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Amsal • extended_group • bg
10
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • ro
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Hanka • solo_traveller • cz
9
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Marios • couple • gr
1
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Zarina • solo_traveller • kz
9
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Cinthia Paola • extended_group • hn
10
Great location makes our visit easier
Pros:

It was a great stay staff was so kind and accommodating everything is so close by to visit a tram station is close by as well breakfast was good would definitely stay here again

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Olga • family_with_children • de
9
Semana Santa 2026
Pros:

Personal muy amable

Cons:

No se puede llegar hasta la puerta en taxi . Es la calle de el tranvía . Te ayudan a llevar maletas hasta el punto de encuentro con el taxi

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Carlo • couple • it
9
Ottima posizione per la visita della città
Pros:

Posizione comodissima per visitare le principali attrazioni della città Hotel pulito, ben gestito, staff gentile.

Cons:

Non mi è piaciuto l'eccessivo costo dei costi per gli ingressi delle attrazioni della città, ma questo non è un limite dell'Hotel. Anche i ristoranti della zona hanno prezzi molto lievitati.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Anita • solo_traveller • hu
10
Pros:

A szálloda elhelyezkedése és a recepciósok segítőkészsége

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Veronika B • family_with_children • cz
8
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Massimiliano • couple • it
9
Ottima struttura, posizione top. Consigliato
Pros:

Posizione eccellente, a pochi passi da Hagia Sofia, Topkapi Palace e Moschea Blu. Vicinissimo alla fermata del tram, ottimo per chi deve visitare la città. Rapporto qualità prezzo eccellente, la camera era piccola ma dotata di tutto il necessario. Letti comodi e colazione molto buona e varia che spaziava dal salato al dolce con molte prelibatezze locali. Staff molto gentile e accogliente. Lo consigliamo assolutamente.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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MUHAMMAD HAMZA • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Gulchekhra • family_with_children • kz
10
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Ersilia • solo_traveller • it
7
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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frantzeskaki • family_with_children • gr
10
Pros:

Το ξένο δοχείο ήταν καθαρό κ οι εργαζόμενοι εξυπηρετικοί , επιπλέον η τοποθεσία είναι υπέροχη κ πολύ κοντά στα περισσότερα αξιοθέατα, ευχαριστούμε για την υπέροχη διαμονή!

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee