The Magnaura Palace Hotel

Hotels
9.6 (1366 reviews)
Sultanahmet Mah. Dalbasti Sok. No:13/1 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Noisy from the restaurant
Basic room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.86
Overall cleanliness was appreciated, but some reviews mentioned basic conditions.
Service
10
Reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff throughout several comments.
Location
10
Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent location near major tourist attractions.
Room Quality
8.86
Some guests found the rooms basic and not luxurious, impacting their expectations.
Amenities
9.86
The rooftop terrace and restaurant views were particularly well-received.
Value for Money
9.36
Some guests felt the hotel was basic relative to the price paid, affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.86
Breakfast quality received positive mentions with varied choices despite minor issues.
Overall Experience
10
Guests expressed a generally high satisfaction level despite some criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:26

Property Description

Prime Location in Sultanahmet Area
Situated just steps away from the iconic Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, The Magnaura Palace Hotel offers a luxurious stay in the heart of Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet area.

Charming Turkish Decor and Modern Amenities
Experience the blend of traditional Turkish textiles with modern comforts in the air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD TVs, minibars, and picturesque views of either the Marmara Sea or the ruins of Magnaura Palace.

Convenience at Your Fingertips
Indulge in a delicious buffet breakfast, explore nearby dining options, and rely on the attentive staff to assist with tour bookings, car rentals, and airport transfers for a seamless travel experience.

Ready to immerse yourself in the rich history of Istanbul? Book your stay at The Magnaura Palace Hotel now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

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
Airport code: IST

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 ages 9 and older are allowed.
    Adults stay for € 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    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

9.6
Based on 1366 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.86
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.86
Amenities: 9.86
Value for Money: 9.36
Food and Beverage: 9.86
Overall Experience: 10
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Peggy • extended_group • us
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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JeanneW347 • Family • Louisville, Kentucky
10
Great hotel in Istanbul
Pros:

Staying at The Magnaura Palace Hotel was a fantastic experience. The hotel is located in the old town of Istanbul within walking distance of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cisterns, and the Grand Bazaar. The staff is amazing. They were extremely hospitable and went out of their way to make our stay special. The hotel arranged tour guides for us that were very knowledgeable and entertaining. The rooms were very comfortable and clean. The maid even left us a very cool artistic display our last day there. The rooftop restaurant has fantastic food and unbeatable views of the Sea of Marmara and the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia lit up at night. The waitstaff is incredible. I wanted to include a video of our very charming waiter doing the presentation of the testi kebab which is really quite something to experience, but apparently trip advisor won’t allow that. I highly recommend this place. Everything about it was perfect

2026-05-08 • via Tripadvisor
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Roman • couple • ru
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Baerli • couple • at
8
Tolle Lage, sauber und Top-Service: wir kommen gerne wieder!
Pros:

Lage perfekt für alle Sehenswürdigkeiten. Auch die Nähe zu etlichen Restaurants ist sehr gut. Die Rezeption hilft und unterstützt in allen Belangen!

Cons:

Der Frühstücksbereich (bzw. das Restaurant im 5.Stock) sind etwas kühl und versprühen wenig Atmosphäre.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Elena • solo_traveller • it
6
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Kinga • couple • hu
10
Prfect hely Istanbul szivèben.
Pros:

Nagyszerű lokáció, nagyon kedves, segítőkèsz szemèlyzet, kiváló reggeli, csodás kilátás.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • nz
9
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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dleybman • extended_group • us
9
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Leila • couple • gb
10
Wonderful boutique hotel in ideal location
Pros:

Fantastic staff, great location, couldn’t have been more ideal for our long weekend sightseeing. The staff were so knowledgeable and helped us with booking tickets/reservations. The view from the rooftop is awesome in the truest sense of the word - it takes your breath away.
Our room was cleaned every day, a great size and quiet too.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Dagmawit • family_with_children • us
9
Love it
Pros:

The staff were super friendly and helpful! I like how the location is very convenient.

Cons:

N/a

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • us
7
On the noisy side but the location and breakfast are wonderful.
Pros:

The staff is very nice and the restaurant is very good with a nice view. Breakfast was very nice. The location can't be beat. It's very walkable to everything you would want to do - even walkable to the Galata bridge.

Cons:

We had a King Corner Suite which had a nice view of the Sea of Marmar. However, there is a large pillar in the middle of the room which makes the room choppy and not really functional as you would expect. There was also construction on the room next door to us our first day which didn't allow us to rest comfortably after our long day of travel. I would still recommend this room, which is on floor 3 as compared to the floor 2 rooms where we have stayed prior and are much noisier as they sit above some sort of shop that opens at 6am and makes a lot of noise. The walls overall seem to be on the thin side. Also, we were there in April and there is no air conditioning despite what the booking.com listed. At least in this room. We were told the unit on the wall was for heat only. So they brought us a fan and we were able to open the windows a bit (though it can be noisy trying to sleep with the windows open). So keep in mind there is no AC unit in this room.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Anatoly • couple • ae
10
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Grzegorz • extended_group • pl
10
Polecam ten hotel i super obsługę!
Pros:

Świetny hotel - przemiła obsługa (dziękuję!), lokalizacja idealna pod zwiedzanie, cudowny taras widokowy, komfortowe pokoje. Polecam w 100%!

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • za
6
Pleasant except for no sleep 2 of the 3 nights.😡😕
Pros:

Reception staff very helpful. Area is amazing for exploring Sultanahmet area.
View from the roof top terrace and staff at the restaurant (not the owner/manager) were great.

Cons:

WiFi not stable in our room
Owners son??spent 2 nights next to us and first night partied with friends until about 4 am. Even after knocking and requesting quiet he continued.
Second night was talking on a cellphone and bumping things around in his room from around 12 to about 3- slamming the door in and out?? Make sure he is not saying there when you book.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Wiola • couple • pl
10
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • at
9
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Roland • solo_traveller • at
10
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Ion • solo_traveller • ro
7
Pros:

Locatia buna, mancarea variata.

Cons:

Izolatia proasta a camerelor (pereti subtiri si usa neizolata fonic), practic se auzea tot ce se intampla in cemerele vecine, pe hol si la receptie, avand cazarea la etajul 1.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Shafiqur • solo_traveller • bd
7
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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nathalie • couple • ch
9
Great location and good value for money
Pros:

Vue, situation, sécurité, amabilité du personnel

Cons:

Les œufs au petit déjeuner étaient froids

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee