Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (7733 reviews)
Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mh. Ticarethane Sk. No:10 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.76
Some reviews mention issues with cleanliness, specifically that the family rooms were in the basement with a bad smell.
Service
9.23
Numerous mentions of helpful and friendly staff, particularly Meryem, who received high praise.
Location
9.27
Multiple reviews highlight the excellent location, easily accessible on foot.
Room Quality
8.72
Rooms are described as comfortable, clean, and of high standard.
Amenities
8.75
Facilities such as breakfast and services are generally rated positively.
Value for Money
8.71
General sentiment reflects a fair value for the quality of services provided.
Food and Beverage
9.26
Food quality is repeatedly praised, with mentions of good breakfasts and beverages.
Overall Experience
8.73
Overall sentiment indicates a very positive hotel experience despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 19:14

Property Description

Luxurious Ottoman-Style Architecture and Peaceful Botanic Garden
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel, located in Sultanahmet, features traditional Ottoman-style architecture, an outdoor swimming pool, and a serene botanic garden with various flower species. Enjoy the tranquil ambiance and beautiful surroundings during your stay.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
Experience a calm and quiet atmosphere in soundproof rooms equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning, LCD TV, and a fully stocked minibar. The private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries and slippers, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Gourmet Dining and Relaxation Options
Indulge in a rich buffet breakfast and savor Ottoman cuisine at Deraliye Restaurant. Unwind with a cup of coffee in the peaceful garden or at Khaldi Café. Pamper yourself at the spa facilities with Turkish bath and massage sessions, or stay active at the fully-equipped fitness center.

Experience luxury and relaxation at Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Guests are kindly requested to show the credit card used for reservation upon check-in. Please note that the name of the guest needs to correspond with the name on the credit card when booking.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sat, Nov 1, 2025 until Thu, May 14, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: IST

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • 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 from 2 years old to 11 years old stay for € 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for € 40 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

8.8
Based on 7733 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.76
Service: 9.23
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.71
Food and Beverage: 9.26
Overall Experience: 8.73
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effiem2026 Family
10
Good
Pros:

Location is very good. Breakfast was very great. Hikmet and Can from Guest relations were very helpful. Bahtiyyar from FB also very good.

2026-02-21 via Tripadvisor
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roulaa906 Family
10
Good experience
Pros:

The hotel was good and we had a good experience. Just realize that it’s not self parking and leaving the hotel, going in and out with the car can be inconvenient. But the staff is great and so is the breakfast buffet. Guest relations, Can. Is very nice and helpful.

2026-02-20 via Tripadvisor
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Dream32284490879 Couples
10
Everything is good
Pros:

Good location! Good service, especially the food! There are variety of cuisines you can choice to! And we met the nice guy, guests relation can thank you so much everything he is frendly

2026-02-20 via Tripadvisor
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FashChung Family London, England
10
Everything very good.
Pros:

Great location, the room was perfect and clean. Buffet food has been great and service very attentive. Would recommend to stay.

Guest relation Can was very helpful.

2026-02-19 via Tripadvisor
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X9853CC_ Family
10
Everything is good
Pros:

Everything is good, location ,brakfast thank you for everything guest relation mr can he is so frenddly

2026-02-19 via Tripadvisor
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Sherpa792645 Family
10
Everything excellent
Pros:

Wonderful location, great hospitality by can at the cancellation department, will recommend to everyone I know ❤️

2026-02-16 via Tripadvisor
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624xanthippik Friends getaway
10
Sura Hagua
Pros:

Had a ver good stay! Everyone was very helpful and Can was kind enough to assist me with explaining the available facilities

2026-02-14 via Tripadvisor
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Tourist275932 Family
10
Everything good
Pros:

location is good and service is good too breakfast good and guest relation can so frendly and helpful

2026-02-14 via Tripadvisor
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Kladou solo_traveller lu
10
Pros:

Aynura from guest relation and Sultan reception were of great help!

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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poonawala family_with_children ca
10
2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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GoPlaces40830752752 Family
10
Great experience - highly recommend
Pros:

Really lovely staff who are always very happy to help and go above and beyond, guest relation can and Meryem were very helpful and gave us great tips. The breakfast was also great, lovely atmosphere to start our day. The location was also a massive plus, very close to big sites and well connected!

2026-02-13 via Tripadvisor
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maelysseb2024 Family
10
Don’t look anywhere else just book here.
Pros:

Location is great. Everything is central and easy access. Meryem and guest relation can is so friendly. Any questions we had they were able to answer and helped us with finding our way round the city. Every morning they would check in on us and made us feel extremely welcome and at home. The hotel is very clean , the breakfast is amazing and the facilities are great. Would absolutely recommend to all.

2026-02-13 via Tripadvisor
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Travel17644309735 Family Charlotte, North Carolina
10
Everything is good
Pros:

Excellent location and wonderful buffet breakfast , service and staff professional and polite , can was very helpful and informative

2026-02-13 via Tripadvisor
C
Charles family_with_children mt
10
Pros:

WONDERKID EKREM AND SAMET BELLBOYS and Breakfast ZEKERIYA GOOD SERVICE

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Adil family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Alkan and Abdullah was the best bellboys

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Nomad827105 Solo travel Reykjavik, Capital Region
8
Great location
Pros:

The hotel is in a great location, a very short walking distance to a lot of the major sites with easy transport access. The hotel staff are very professional and welcoming

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
S
shukss2026 Family
10
Everything is good
Pros:

Excellent. Very elegant. Great food. Thank for Everything guest relation can he is so friendly

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
M
mahnoorr565 Family
10
Everything good
Pros:

Our experience at this hotel is very nice, especially atmosphere and breakfast there’s so many options on breakfast from traditional to American such a lovely experience. guest relation can

2026-02-12 via Tripadvisor
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Ali family_with_children sa
10
Front desk good
Pros:

Alkan and aynura good staff and very helpfull

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Ali family_with_children sa
10
Very welcoming all staff
Pros:

Alkan and aynura was the best

2026-02-12 via Nuitee