Side Hotel

Hotels
8.9 (1473 reviews)
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Utanga� Sokak No.20-22 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
7.93
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness issues with the showers and overall facility maintenance.
Service
9.9
Many reviewers praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.94
The location was frequently described as excellent, close to major attractions.
Room Quality
7.89
Reviews indicated rooms were small and some had issues with amenities and comfort.
Amenities
8.92
Amenities were generally satisfactory but highlighted as needing improvement.
Value for Money
8.88
Overall good value but with some concerns about room conditions.
Food and Beverage
8.43
Breakfast was generally well-received but some mentioned quality and variety concerns.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall, guests had a positive experience with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 08:00

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation in the Heart of Istanbul

Modern Amenities: Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Convenient Services: Benefit from a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, and a shared lounge for relaxation.

Prime Location: Explore Istanbul's iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque just a short walk away.

Experience the best of Istanbul at Side Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: IST

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • 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 up to and including 5 years old stay for free 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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1473 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.93
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.94
Room Quality: 7.89
Amenities: 8.92
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Marjan extended_group mk
10
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Muhammad Iftikhar couple sa
1
Nice location with bad quality rooms
Pros:

Location was amazing, close to historical places

Cons:

It was under maintenance, floor removals and grinding drilling works continued thorought our stay. It was super noisy with all the drilling, so we couldn’t even hear each other or take calls. Plus, they didn’t change the bedsheets, so we had to spend a day with dirty sheets and a messy room.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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abdeldjalel couple dz
7
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Bruno couple fr
10
2026-01-24 via Nuitee
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david family_with_children be
7
Pros:

reception area was nice, nice lighting, room fine. Great location for tourism. Breakfast was OK

Cons:

The heating was on +50 degrees when entering the room. Luckily it was cooler after turning the radiators off. All the shops selling food / restuarants were overpriced in the area

2026-01-23 via Nuitee
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Christine couple ca
8
great location, great staff
Pros:

Wonderful staff who go out of their way to help you enjoy yourself in Istanbul. Gratitude

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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MARION family_with_children fr
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Bernard family_with_children fr
8
l'hotel avec l'emplacement idéal pour visiter le vieux Istanbul
Pros:

l'emplacement de l'hôtel est exceptionnel à 300 mètres de SAINTE SOPHIE, à 400 mètres du tramway, à moins de 1000 mètres de plusieurs musées et de Topkapi avec ses jardins Ce qui est génial c'est qu'entre deux visites on peut se reposer, profiter de sa chambres climatisée pour se reposer, surtout quand il fait chaud .le tramway permet de rejoindre la ville nouvelle très facilement et c'est un plaisir. l'hôtel est presque a la hauteur de la place, donc pas de cotes longues à monter, car Istanbul est construit sur de nombreuses collines, l'hôtel est a un emplacement idéal pour visiter Istanbul.
L'utilisation des Taxis est cher, et difficile dans la vieille ville avec de nombreux embouteillages.
le personnel est très aimable et disponible, ca était un plaisir. l'hôtel est d'une propreté irréprochable.

Cons:

le point noir pour nous a été le petit déjeuné, il est très décevant, il ne correspond pas au standard '' breakfast continentale''
Café expresso payant, omelette payante, recharge inexistante après 30 mm de l'ouverture du petit déjeuné, personnel peu affable,une vrai grosse déception
attention pas d'ascenseur pour les personne Age cela peut être un problème pour aller au petit dejeune

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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haitao extended_group ca
10
Pros:

10/10 location, located right beside Hagia Sophia. The staffs are very enthusiastic and friendly.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Rakhilya solo_traveller us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Martin couple de
9
Gerne wieder!
Pros:

Gut, tolle Stadt, sehr freundlich!

Cons:

Sehr sauber, sehr aufmerksames Personal, Furkan und alle anderen, ob Rezeption, Reinigung oder Küche waren sehr freundlich und boten einen super Service!

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Neela family_with_children ca
6
Pros:

location

Cons:

no railing to hold on the front entrance steps of hotel, no elevator, shower moldy

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Andrei Ioan family_with_children ro
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Mustafa Mohammed couple ca
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Josefa extended_group es
8
Pros:

UBICACION..mejor imposible justo al lado de la mezquita azul en una zona tranquila el personal del hotel ,amable,agradables con su ayuda en todo momento ,la habitación ,bien y muy muy limpias,el desayuno es regular desde mi punto de vista un poco pobre sin mucha variedad

Cons:

El desayuno.. había poca variedad y todos los días lo mismo así que a mí me gustó poco

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Ysmène family_with_children fr
10
Excellent hôtel
Pros:

Nous avons grandement apprécié notre séjour, les chambres sont très propres, le nettoyage est effectué tous les jours et les draps + serviettes sont changés tous les jours aussi. Le petit déjeuner est sous forme de buffet avec un choix varié et traditionnel et le personnel qui en est en charge est au top. Rien est à redire sur l’hygiène 👌🏼. L’ensemble du personnel est serviable, aimable et disponible notamment Emre et Furkan. Situation géographique exceptionnelle, au pied de la mosquée Sainte Sophie et du palais de topkapi, arrêt de tram à deux minutes. Les chambres sont très bien insonorisées. Nous avons également pris le transfert à l’aller (en contactant en message l’hôtel via booking)et au retour et c’était top, rien à redire. Nous tenons également à souligner la disponibilité de Emre pour avoir répondu à nos questions avant le voyage avec réactivité 👌🏼 Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés !

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Daniel Santiago solo_traveller co
10
Una excelente parada inesperada
2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Doctoru couple ro
9
2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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Sharon couple tr
8
Lovely place to stay
Pros:

Good location very clean snd the staff was excellent very friendly and helpful

Cons:

Stairs but an elevator is being put in so problem solved

2026-01-13 via Nuitee
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Margareta Rosa extended_group de
8
2026-01-13 via Nuitee