AHC Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

Hotels
8.7 (2058 reviews)
Piyerloti Cad. No:1 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noise in rooms
Inconvenient bathroom layout

Categories

Cleanliness
8.44
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness concerns, particularly regarding the bathroom setup.
Service
9.41
Consistently praised for friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.45
Great location with easy access to attractions and public transport.
Room Quality
7.9
Multiple reviews indicated issues with room size and noise, affecting the quality.
Amenities
7.93
Some amenities like the sauna had additional fees not clearly mentioned.
Value for Money
8.39
Mixed sentiments regarding pricing, particularly related to offered services.
Food and Beverage
8.94
Breakfast received positive remarks, though there were complaints about its variety.
Overall Experience
9.11
Overall a pleasant stay with notable pros and manageable cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 15:47

Property Description

Historic Location
Immerse yourself in the enchanting Sultanahmet district, steps away from iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar.

Relaxation and Comfort
Indulge in a serene stay with soundproof rooms, air conditioning, and a hammam offering rejuvenating treatments.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and a charming garden restaurant with panoramic city views.

Experience the allure of Istanbul at Pierre Loti Hotel-Special Category. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

Please note that guests are kindly expected to pay for their stay in Euros, Dollars or Turkish Liras.

Please note that the property pre-authorizes the credit card at the day of booking and releases the amount on the day of arrival.

To make a reservation for gala dinner please use Special Requests box when booking or contact the property.

Please note that all couples must present a marriage certificate upon check-in.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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 from 4 years old to 6 years old stay for € 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 7 years old to 12 years old stay for € 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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 2058 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.44
Service: 9.41
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 7.9
Amenities: 7.93
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.94
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Jamila • solo_traveller • fr
10
Top
Pros:

Parfait, comme d'habitude. Je sejourne dans cet hotel à chaque passage à istanbul et je reviens à chaque fois.
10/10

Cons:

Rien à signaler

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Sajad • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

Helpful and friendly staff, very good location walking distance to all main attractions of sultan ehmet

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Akhmad • solo_traveller • uz
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Darek-PL • family_with_children • pl
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Qian • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Everything at AHC Ayasofya Hotel is perfect. The concierge is super helpful. The breakfast is wonderful. And the location ---- only 5 mins walk to Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque, nothing can beat this. I would stay in this hotel again if I visited Istanbul again.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Betül • solo_traveller • at
9
Pros:

Sehr nette Personal

Cons:

Alles in Ordnung

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Sveinung • family_with_children • no
9
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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SILVIU • solo_traveller • ro
9
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Iryna • solo_traveller • ua
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Popescu • extended_group • md
9
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Cristi Pavel • solo_traveller • ro
10
Great location
Pros:

I had a very pleasant stay at AHC Ayasofya Special Class (Pierre Loti Hotel).
The location is excellent, within walking distance of Istanbul's main attractions and situated on a lively main street.
The staff were exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and always happy to provide helpful information and directions.
A special thanks to Mr. Emran at the reception for his kindness, professionalism, and outstanding support.
The room was comfortable, equipped with air conditioning and everything needed for a pleasant stay.
Daily housekeeping kept the room clean and tidy.
I would gladly stay here again and highly recommend this hotel.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Bhavna • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Maria Isabel • extended_group • cl
10
Excelente
Pros:

Las personas muy amables y todo impecable.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Ulugbek • solo_traveller • uz
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Theo • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic 4 night stay
Pros:

Great hotel. Fantastic location. Fantastic price. Fantastic staff. Nothing I would change about the hotel experience.

Cons:

The only thing I would change is a nicer selection of coffee at breakfast.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Linus • solo_traveller • ch
10
Perfekt komme gerne wieder
Pros:

Das Personal zuvorkommend aufmerksam und freundlich
Austattung um Zimmer absolut in Ordnung
Die lage ist perfekt

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Libor • family_with_children • cz
8
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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chiara • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Camera spaziosa e personale gentile

Cons:

Bagno un po' troppo incluso nella camera, poca privacy ma comunque pulito ed efficiente

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • extended_group • ch
8
Great experience :) perfect location
Pros:

Perfect location. We could be 3 in a room

Cons:

Strange structure of the bathroom and toilet… like in the corridor of the room

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Tortolea • couple • ro
9
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee