Hippodrome Hotel

Hotels
7.9 (724 reviews)
Mimar Mehmetaga Cad. No:38 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and beautifully decorated rooms
Helpful and friendly staff
Great location near major attractions
Cons:
Noise from outside
Inconvenience with lift access for elderly guests

Categories

Cleanliness
7.04
Some complaints about cleanliness, particularly concerning floors in one review.
Service
8.51
Staff are described as very helpful and kind across multiple reviews.
Location
8.55
Conveniently located close to major attractions like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms are clean and well-decorated, but some reviews mention noise and older room conditions.
Amenities
7.53
Standard amenities as described; however, some detailed improvements in facilities expected.
Value for Money
7.99
Value perceived as decent relative to location and service provided.
Food and Beverage
8.04
Breakfast is described as rich and enjoyable although limited in variety.
Overall Experience
8.01
Overall a positive experience with favorable mentions of location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 03:28

Property Description

Stunning Ottoman Building & Spectacular Views
Experience the charm of a beautifully renovated Ottoman building at Hippodrome Hotel, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Blue Mosque and the Marmara Sea.

Elegant Ottoman Design & Modern Comfort
Indulge in the perfect blend of traditional Ottoman decor and modern amenities in our elegantly designed rooms. Each room is equipped with air conditioning and a private bathroom for your comfort.

Rooftop Terrace Breakfast & Prime Location
Start your day with a delightful breakfast buffet on our rooftop terrace, overlooking iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque and the Princes Islands. Located in the heart of Sultanahmet, our hotel is just steps away from major attractions like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Museum.

Experience the allure of Istanbul at Hippodrome Hotel. Book your stay now to enjoy a memorable vacation in this historic city.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 12 years old stay for € 20 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

7.9
Based on 724 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.04
Service: 8.51
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 7.53
Value for Money: 7.99
Food and Beverage: 8.04
Overall Experience: 8.01
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Arina family_with_children lv
9
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Komandir family_with_children kg
8
Pros:

Здравствуйте!
Для отдыха с семьей. для проживания в командировке отличное место. Вид из окна поражает, слева пролив, с лева старый город и мечеть Султан Ахмет. Старые улочки полно народа и те кто зазывают в кафе и рестораны. Завтрак сразу на крыше здания с очень общительным персоналом и вкусной едой

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Telat family_with_children fr
9
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Youssef extended_group us
10
Pros:

Excellent service and excellent breakfast with nice two ladies who cook for everyone what they desire to eat.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Marta couple nl
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
C
Cristian couple cl
7
Pros:

Ubicación

Cons:

Apart hotel no esta en el hotel sino que en otra esquina y nos ubicaron en el piso 6 de un edificio sin ascensor

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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khairulnisaz solo_traveller my
7
Pros:

Near to all the attractions.

Cons:

Had to go to another building for breakfast

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Lyazzat couple kz
10
В целом чисто, хорошо, отличный вид и хорошее расположение
Pros:

Все понравилось, вежливый персонал, поздравили с днем рождения подругу

Cons:

Был один инцидент при заселении, подруга увидела что человек который ремонтировал кондиционер, залез в карман куртки

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Yuliya extended_group ru
7
2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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Slavica solo_traveller si
10
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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elvira extended_group ru
10
Pros:

Приветливый персонал, вежливые администраторы. Всегда готовы помочь, подсказать. Общалась с ними через переводчик.

Cons:

Все понравилось.

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Ghayas family_with_children gb
10
2026-04-24 via Nuitee
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silvia solo_traveller es
7
Pros:

La ubicación y la amplitud de la habitación.

Cons:

El desayuno debería tener algo más de bollería tipo croissant, magdalenas,variedad de mermelada...

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Popa Alexandru Sorin solo_traveller ro
9
2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Marijana family_with_children ba
9
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Sami family_with_children fi
8
Varma valinta
Pros:

Hotellin sijainti oli hyvin keskeinen ja siitä oli helpot kulkuyhteydet lähes minne vaan. Päänähtävyydet lyhyen kävelymatkan päässä. Aamiainen upealla näkymällä. Ruokana turkkilaisia makuja ja hyvä määrä eri vaihtoehtoja. Hotellin henkilökunta oli ystävällistä ja avuliaita. He antoivat neuvoja kaupungilla kulkuun jo ennen kuin ehdimme kysyä. Saimme lisäksi heidän kauttaan kuljetuksen takaisin lentokentälle hyvään hintaan.

Cons:

Huoneet olivat yleisesti siistejä, mutta esim. huoneiden nurkat olla hieman pölyisiä. Siivousta voisi siis hieman tehostaa ajoittain. Huoneen ilmastoinnin kanssa oli hieman haasteita. Huoneessa oli melko lämmin, vaikka lämpötila ei ulkona ollut vielä kovin kuuma.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Ursula family_with_children ie
10
Pros:

Location is very handy to all the main attractions. Beautiful view from the rooftop restaurant to the harbour & Hagia Sophia. Excellent variety of food with local specialities. The suite was very comfortable with 2 rooms (+sofa & tea station)

Cons:

It was a bit confusing as there is a hipodrome hostel as well as apartment suites & it wasn't well explained on the booking.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Ivan extended_group it
8
Bellissima vacanza
Pros:

Ottima la posizione … vicina al centro e a tante cose da visitare

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Rebecca Orford family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Clean and comfortable. Night desk person was kind and very helpful.

Cons:

They have signs that day you can have laundry 24 hours a day but it is only available during the day. They pick up at 8 am and drop off at 5pm.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Caio family_with_children br
10
Stepover Istanbul
Pros:

I enjoyed the coffee, tea and kindness of the employee when I greeted us. The location is also very good and the breakfast corresponds to that described in the reservation.

Cons:

Nothing negative, It was cold on the day of the lodging, but the blankets are very thick and cushions cozy. Not bad about this hosting.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee