Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (8233 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)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
See all facilities

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.

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 8233 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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Karina couple gb
10
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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e couple nl
9
Pros:

Ligging en goed ontbijt

Cons:

Twee ochtenden geen warm water

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Daniel family_with_children pl
6
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Bedehan couple fr
8
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
S
Shehreen solo_traveller mu
10
Pros:

The hotel exceeded expectations in terms of comfort, cleanliness, and hospitality. The team was attentive throughout the stay, and the facilities were well maintained. A very pleasant experience overall

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Fuad solo_traveller az
10
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
K
Kahraman couple us
9
Recommend
Pros:

Ekrem and Emre best bellboys and we loved our stay here

Cons:

Room temperature was not ideal

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Chadi couple nl
5
Pros:

Locatie

Cons:

Service, kamer, hygiëne. In mijn kamer stond een deur, die je naar iemand anders zijn kamer bracht!!!

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Edgar Leandro couple co
9
Todo muy bien desayuno excelente y Super la ubicación
Pros:

Todo

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Turgut solo_traveller at
9
Pros:

Alles war sehr sauber nette personal

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
B
Borgula couple cz
5
Cons:

V pokoji po příjezdu evidentně nikdo nevytíral, protože na zemi byly fleky od kávy lehce odstranitelné. Trvalo více než den, než v recepci zařídili úklid podlahy, urgovali jsme to 4x👎

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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MALAMATENIOS solo_traveller gr
5
Pros:

Η τοποθεσία

Cons:

Υπερβολική τιμη σε σχέση με αυτό που προσφέρει

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Grace couple us
9
Staff was great especially Ekrem.
Pros:

Great hotel with many things close by.

Cons:

The elevator moved very slowly. When we were trying to leave it made us almost late for our ride

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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edward solo_traveller gb
10
Great location for shopping and restaurants
Pros:

Great location and the garden area it’s really nice

Cons:

Rooms were a little tired

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
מהדי עוראבי solo_traveller il
10
Pros:

في البدايه واجهنا مشكله مع احد عمال الأستقبال
ولاكن مريم جائت وأصلحت كل شيئ

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Laura solo_traveller lt
4
The hotel does not offer good value for money. The photos and marketing create expectations of a high-quality 5-star exp
Pros:

For a 3 star hotel would be ok

Cons:

1. The room provided upon arrival was not as seen on photos. The photos are completely misleading. Still after a change, did not get what was expected - small window, dark room, the view to the wall of another hotel. While the chose the hotel for bright spacious room, wide windows and daylight.
2. Not properly maintained and not kept clean all over. I saw 4 different rooms during my stay, and unfortunately all of them had the same issue: the bathrooms felt poorly maintained. The faucets were covered in limescale, there was mold and buildup around the shower door seals, and the shower system itself felt extremely cheap, with water spraying unevenly from the shower head.

There was also a persistent smell of fried food in the corridors. Overall, the hotel gives a feeling of poor cleanliness throughout the property.

The “garden” area looks beautiful in the photos, but in reality it did not feel clean or pleasant. The tables were dirty, and the enclosed seating areas had a strong smell of cat urine. Around the pool, many of the tiles were visibly dirty as well.

In pictures, the hotel appears stylish and inviting, but in reality it was difficult to fully enjoy staying there because of the lack of cleanliness and maintenance.

The gym technically has most of the equipment you might need, but for a 5-star hotel you expect better upkeep. The handles on some of the weights were rusty, the Smith machine was so old that it jammed while moving, and there were not enough weight plates available.

The whole experience felt like a hotel relying heavily on well-taken photos, while the real-life maintenance standard falls far below expectations.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Dimitar couple gb
10
Highly recommend ,we had a great stay-will be going back for sure !
Pros:

Hotel is in the heart of Istanbul with everything in a walking distance

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Hassan solo_traveller us
9
Amazing stay!
Pros:

Ekrem and Hasan have treated us well for any accommodations needed. Overall, staff were extremely friendly (especially with my 2 month old son) from room service to the concierge to the spa staff. Room we picked in the end was spacious and clean. Would love to go here again!

Cons:

Nothing I could remember that I didn't like. Maybe the amount of stairs?

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
מהדי עוראבי solo_traveller il
3
Pros:

وجبه الأفطار

Cons:

الفندق لا يناسب 5 نجوم
غرف قديمه وصغيره جدا
معامله سيئه جدا من مدير الأستقبال
لا أنصح ابدا بالفندق

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Willem couple nl
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Gullu and Rehan in the reception where very kind and professional. We really enjoyed their help and our stay in the hotel!

2026-05-12 via Nuitee