Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category

Hotels
8.7 (2701 reviews)
Divanyolu Cad. No:68 Sultanahmet / Fatih / ISTANBUL , Istanbul , tr

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
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
Helpful staff
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Ongoing renovations
Limited breakfast options
Small rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Some concerns about cleanliness due to renovation work.
Service
9.45
The staff provided excellent support and were very helpful.
Location
9.45
Prime location close to major attractions and public transportation.
Room Quality
8.45
Good room quality, but some find it could use renovations.
Amenities
8.95
Amenities are satisfactory, though some areas are undergoing renovations.
Value for Money
7.95
Not considered great value for the price according to some reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.45
Breakfast options are limited but generally well-reviewed.
Overall Experience
8.95
Overall experience is positive despite issues mentioned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 13:17

Property Description

Historic Attractions at Your Doorstep
Immerse yourself in Istanbul's history while staying at Faros Hotel - Special Category. Located in the vibrant Sultanahmet district, our hotel offers bright rooms with stunning views of iconic landmarks like the Hagia Sophia and the Bosphorus Strait.

Delightful Dining Options
Indulge in a daily breakfast buffet in our charming dining room, and enjoy 24/7 room service. For a taste of authentic Turkish cuisine, head to the Central Pub Restaurant's terrace.

Convenient Location
With the tram stop just 150 metres away and the Grand Bazaar a short walk from the hotel, exploring Istanbul is a breeze. After a day of sightseeing, unwind in our modern rooms equipped with all the amenities you need.

Experience the best of Istanbul at Faros Hotel - Special Category. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

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 13 years old stay for € 15 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

8.7
Based on 2701 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 7.95
Food and Beverage: 8.45
Overall Experience: 8.95
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Elizabeth • couple • ca
10
Great location especially for the first time visitor to Istanbul.
Pros:

This was a return visit to Faros. The staff are very helpful. It’s clean. The breakfast is generous and tasty. It is in a perfect location for sightseeing and good restaurants. Everything is walkable. Excellent English language bookstore nearby. On the tram line.

Cons:

It was more expensive than the last time I visited, 18 months ago. Perhaps everything is.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Federica • extended_group • it
9
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • au
9
Excellent location
Pros:

Central and very good

Cons:

All good

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Seljvidin • solo_traveller • ch
7
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage

Cons:

Frühstück, magere Auswahl

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Imran • family_with_children • ie
7
The hotel’s location is truly exceptional, just a 3 to 5 minute walk from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the tram st
Pros:

Location is best, 3 to 5 mins walk to blue mosque

Cons:

As it is prime location it’s little noisy

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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BRENDAN • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Location is great for trams and just to walk. Staff are very friendly and helpful.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Zakaria • couple • ge
8
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad • couple • au
10
Pros:

we stayed in two different hotels in istannbul and faros and its front desk staff and Cafe staff all are great people. very helpful , very welcoming , very attentive. they helped us in every query and need. excellent staff which made our stay great.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Sarah Lissa • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Fiquei hospedada durante o Ramadan e pedi para servirem o café da manhã mais cedo para eu fazer o jejum e eles assm fizeram. Quarto muito limpo e organizado

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Faros staff was this good that we had to rebook again even it was expensive.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • kz
10
Pros:

Все здорово. С уважением. Всё соответствует

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Magdalena • family_with_children • pl
8
Przyjemnie i komfortowo
Pros:

Lokalizacja

Cons:

Oswietlenie i brak okien

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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ELISABETA • solo_traveller • ro
2
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The breakfast was different every morning, very friendly and attentive staff, phenomenal location - walking distance to everything!!!

Cons:

I thought it was a wonderful place for me and my 4 children to stay and enjoy while visiting Istanbul

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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ly • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Hôtel propre et à proximité de tout.
Chambres très bien insonorisés: on n'entend pas les chambres voisines ni les bruits des couloirs ; il y a seulement les bruits des tramway.
Les personnels sont vraiment sympathiques et à l'écoute.

Cons:

Petit-déjeuner assez limité.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • at
7
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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sonia • couple • fr
9
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Valeriu • solo_traveller • ro
8
Pros:

Amplasarea: foarte aproape de obiectivele turistice principale

Cons:

Micul dejun sărăcăcios, deloc variat, uneori trebuia să așteptăm reîmprospătarea "proviziilor"

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
M
Mark • couple • us
9
Pros:

Staff is excellent

Cons:

Great location

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • extended_group • de
6
Es ist auszuhalten aber nach deutschem Standard keine 3 Sterne
Pros:

Zimmer sehr klein, Bad extrem eng, Lage super, Frühstück in Ordnung

Cons:

Sehr laut, Sehr wenig Platz, Sehr abgewohnt

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee