Mevlana Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (204 reviews)
Akbıyık Caddesi Sultanahmet Mahallesi no.75 Fatih Istanbul , Istanbul , tr

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Poor breakfast quality
Dated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.96
Some reviews mentioned that the hotel appears clean but has areas with dust accumulation.
Service
9.93
Staff were generally polite and helpful according to multiple reviews.
Location
10
The location received high praise for its proximity to major attractions.
Room Quality
8.47
Several reviews mentioned that the rooms are dated and beds are uncomfortable.
Amenities
9.42
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.45
The hotel is seen as expensive for the value it offers.
Food and Beverage
7.41
Several complaints about the breakfast variety and quality.
Overall Experience
9.96
Overall positive experiences despite some issues with food and room quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 01:15

Property Description

Central Location and Comfortable Stay
Located in the heart of Istanbul, Mevlana Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities. Situated just 600 meters from the iconic Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, guests can easily explore the city's main attractions.

Convenient Facilities and Services
Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and a shared lounge during their stay. The hotel also provides room service, a 24-hour front desk, and currency exchange for convenience. Additionally, business travelers can benefit from the ironing service and business facilities offered.

Nearby Attractions and Airport Shuttle
With Basilica Cistern, Column of Constantine, and Topkapi Palace in close proximity, guests can immerse themselves in Istanbul's rich history. For seamless travel, the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle service to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.

Book your stay at Mevlana Hotel for a memorable experience in Istanbul!

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

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 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 € 10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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 204 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.96
Service: 9.93
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 9.42
Value for Money: 9.45
Food and Beverage: 7.41
Overall Experience: 9.96
I
Imad solo_traveller it
10
Ottimo soggiorno al Mevlana Hotel! Servizio eccellente, soprattutto grazie a Mr. Sehin, sempre gentile e disponibile. Po
2026-01-21 via Nuitee
J
Jessica solo_traveller us
1
DOUBLE CHARGED for my stay, then REFUSED to refund me
Pros:

The location was central to the sites.

Cons:

I was extremely disappointed with my stay, mainly due to billing issues and inconsistent service.


1. Double Charge Issue

I was charged twice for my stay, even though my Booking.com reservation clearly stated that I would pay at the property. The hotel charged my card days before checkout without informing me, and then charged me again at checkout.


When I contacted them afterward to request a refund, they did not resolve the issue despite multiple follow-ups over five days. I ultimately had to dispute the charge through my credit card company. This was very frustrating and left me feeling misled.


2. Service Concerns

Breakfast service was inconsistent. One staff member was noticeably unfriendly toward me, although she seemed pleasant with others, which made me uncomfortable. Several mornings, the hot water tasted strongly of coffee.


3. Noise and Room Assignment

I was first placed in a room on the 4th floor directly under the restaurant. Noise continued until around 10pm every night, and the soundproofing was poor, making it difficult to sleep. After raising the issue, I was eventually moved to a quieter room.


4. Cleanliness Issues

Housekeeping often missed basic tasks like restocking bottled water. I also noticed bugs on the walls in my room, which was disappointing for the price point.


Overall: I had originally planned not to write a review, but the unresolved double charge and lack of communication afterward were concerning enough that I felt other travelers should be aware.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
F
Ferrando solo_traveller it
9
Posizione top per le attrazioni
Pros:

Posizione

Cons:

Colazione dalle 08:00 e non dalle 07:00

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
N
Nihad family_with_children ba
5
Pros:

Just location was acceptable...

Cons:

The room was in the basement and not so clean, on the site of main street so sleeping was disaster.
Breakfast was very poor.
Smell inside the room because of humidity.
Don't have a parking.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
E
Elena solo_traveller ru
10
2026-01-13 via Nuitee
R
Remzi couple az
10
Pros:

Herseyi.Cok guzeldi hersey

2026-01-12 via Nuitee
M
Melania couple it
6
2026-01-09 via Nuitee
M
MICHAIL family_with_children gr
6
2026-01-08 via Nuitee
M
Marco solo_traveller it
9
Struttura molto accogliente, personale disponibile posizione ottima
Pros:

Posizione, servizi, fornitura acqua in camera

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
V
Vanda Rebeka family_with_children hu
7
Pros:

A szállás nagyszerű helyen van, közel az Agia Sofia-hoz. Az alkalmazottak kedvesek, segítőkészek voltak mindig. A szoba kicsi volt, de a célnak (az egész napos mászkálás utáni pihenésre) megfelelt. A hotel nem a legújabb darab, itt-ott kopott, de tisztának tűnt.

Cons:

A reggeli. Sajnos a reggeli egyetlen értékelhető része a kilátás volt a reggeliző-helyiségből. Az első kísérletet követően inkább más étkezési lehetőség után néztünk és mégsem vettük igénybe ezt a szolgáltatást. (Szemben a hotellal van egy szuper reggeliző!)
Kevés a wc papír, de a portán kértünk, s adtak.

2025-12-30 via Nuitee
M
Mohammad extended_group gb
9
Very well communicated by the hotel on what’s app I left then myuk number and they responded fast allowed early check in
Pros:

Very well located to blue mosque and Hagia Sofia a 5 min walk to both they are opposite each other
10-15 min walk to the old bazar I walked with the kids and it was a nice walk with shops all the way up the road plenty to eat on that stretch of rd.
As a Muslim it was easy to access the mosques at any prayer time non Muslims avoid prayer time although it’s only a 15 min wait unless Friday prayers. The front 4 ro s of the mosque carpet is heated in winter months made it a lovely experience. Istanbul is expensive for almost everything now from food to shopping so expect to pay more than usual.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-27 via Nuitee
H
Holley family_with_children gb
5
An uncomfortable stay in a convenient location
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

The hotel and its rooms were dated, and the beds are uncomfortable. The staff were generally polite but smoking in and around the property, and this was unpleasant and made the communal areas and bedrooms smell of smoke. The breakfast was not appetising, with limited fresh choices. We also did not appreciate or enjoy the constant hassling by the hotels roof top restaurants tout as we came and left the hotel, sometimes making these interactions uncomfortable and a good reason to not choose the hotel or restaurant!

2025-12-26 via Nuitee
family_with_children es
7
Pros:

Un punto fuerte del hotel es su ubicación, ya que está situado a 10 minutos del casco histórico y de la parada de tranvía.
Además, hay muchos restaurantes alrededor que merecen la pena.

Cons:

Una de las cosas que menos me gustaron fue el desayuno ofrecido por el hotel. En primer lugar, había poca variedad en comparación con otros lugares de la zona y era muy poco continental, teniendo en cuenta que somos extranjeros y la mayoría venimos de Europa estaría bien adaptarlo.
Además, para mi gusto las camas no eran diel todo cómodas y, aunque si es cierto que todos los días cambian sábanas y toallas, el polvo sí que se puede ver que está acumulado.

2025-12-13 via Nuitee
J
Juana solo_traveller es
7
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

El desayuno escaso en variedad
Nada de boleros ni tostador

2025-12-13 via Nuitee
K
Kenneth solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

The location, extremely helpful front desk, easy to arrange airport transfers

2025-12-12 via Nuitee
J
jessw800 Solo travel
2
Very Very Disappointing Stay - Billing Issues and Inconsistent Service
Pros:

I was extremely disappointed with my stay, mainly due to billing issues and inconsistent service.

1. Double Charge Issue

I was charged twice for my stay, even though my Booking.com reservation clearly stated that I would pay at the property. The hotel charged my card days before checkout without informing me, and then charged me again at checkout.

When I contacted them afterward to request a refund, they did not resolve the issue despite multiple follow-ups over five days. I ultimately had to dispute the charge through my credit card company. This was very frustrating and left me feeling misled.

2. Service Concerns

Breakfast service was inconsistent. One staff member was noticeably unfriendly toward me, although she seemed pleasant with others, which made me uncomfortable. Several mornings, the hot water was yellow, tainted from coffee.

3. Noise and Room Assignment

I was first placed in a room on the 4th floor directly under the restaurant. Noise continued until around 10pm every night, and the soundproofing was poor, making it difficult to sleep. After raising the issue, I was eventually moved to a quieter room.

4. Cleanliness Issues

Housekeeping often missed basic tasks like restocking bottled water. I also noticed bugs on the walls in my room, which was disappointing for the price point.

Overall: I had originally planned not to write a review, but the unresolved double charge and lack of communication afterward were concerning enough that I felt other travelers should be aware.

2025-12-10 via Tripadvisor
M
massimo damiano solo_traveller it
9
Şahin è stato sempre cordiale e disponibile
Pros:

La cordialità e la gentilezza

Cons:

Tutto bene

2025-12-09 via Nuitee
W
walter extended_group it
9
Cons:

La colazione dolce era scarsa

2025-12-09 via Nuitee
C
Cinzia solo_traveller it
8
Ottima posizione con vista sulla Moschea blu
Pros:

La vista sulla moschea blu . Bellissima !!
La gentilezza dello staff
Ogni giorno mettevano a disposizione bottigliette di acqua in camera

Cons:

La camera buona ma secondo me un po’ datata ..
Il condizionatore molto rumoroso

2025-12-08 via Nuitee
H
Hristo couple bg
8
Pros:

Location, breakfast, terrace

Cons:

Size of the room, but maybe it is not possible to be bigger in the old town, Fatih, where every centimeter is counted.

2025-12-08 via Nuitee