Almina Hotel - Special Class

Hotels
9.2 (360 reviews)
Kucukayasofya Cad. Akbiyikdegirmeni Sokak No:27 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr

Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Some maintenance needed
Noise from surrounding area

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Multiple reviews referenced issues with room cleanliness and wear.
Service
9.98
Guests consistently praised the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
9.61
Many reviews highlighted the hotel's convenient location near major attractions.
Room Quality
8.56
Rooms are noted as spacious and clean, although some had issues with maintenance.
Amenities
9.09
Good breakfast options and appealing common areas, although some amenities had extra charges.
Value for Money
9.05
Generally regarded as good value, but some reviews suggest avoiding lower floor rooms due to light.
Food and Beverage
9.6
Breakfast options received high praise for variety and quality despite some limitations.
Overall Experience
9.57
Overall guest experience was positive with many expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:08

Property Description

Central Location near Historic Landmarks

Located just steps away from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Almina Hotel offers a prime spot in the historic heart of Istanbul.

Modern Amenities and Elegant Accommodations

Enjoy well-appointed rooms with free wireless internet access and satellite TV, catering to the needs of all guests from solo travelers to families.

Rooftop Terrace with Stunning Sea Views

Indulge in a complimentary fruit basket and welcome drink upon arrival, then start your day with a sumptuous buffet breakfast. After exploring nearby attractions like Topkapi Palace Museum and the Grand Bazaar, unwind on the rooftop terrace overlooking the Marmara Sea.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Almina Hotel!

Important information:

Almina Hotel & Spa - Special Class offers a welcome drink upon arrival.

Guests can benefit from 20% discount for hammam, spa center and massage facilities.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.
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 3 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 7 years old to 12 years old stay for € 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 6 years old and over stay for € 30 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

9.2
Based on 360 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 9.98
Location: 9.61
Room Quality: 8.56
Amenities: 9.09
Value for Money: 9.05
Food and Beverage: 9.6
Overall Experience: 9.57
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Milan family_with_children gb
8
Excellent location, amazing staff, great food, overall - good value
Pros:

The location of the hotel is excellent - very close to Hagia Sophia and all the main attractions. The area itself is very safe.
The hotel is nice: their breakfast is good and - because we also booked dinner - they prepared special meals for us (including for my partner who is vegetarian and one of our children who has a dairy allergy). The staff is very friendly and helpful. Overall - this is a good place to stay for families.

Cons:

The hotel amenities need some updating, but the rooms were clean and everything worked.

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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jerome family_with_children fr
8
Très bien pour un passage. Istanbul
Pros:

Très bien placé
Personnel sympathique et serviable

Cons:

Petit dej pourrait être plus constant dans les choix (changer les jus bas de gamme)

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Alexandru Mihail solo_traveller ro
9
Pros:

Locatia, disponibilitatea personalului.

Cons:

Baia un pic inghesuita, cel putin la camera 308.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Moffatt solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

The hotel was a perfect location , the children could see the blue mosque from their bedroom window .
Breakfast on the roof top terrace was an extra special add
The staff were extremely helpful and friendly and went above and beyond to ensure we had a fabulous stay .

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Nessibeli extended_group kz
10
Всё было уютно и комфортно, нам понравилось
Pros:

Сервис, завтрак, местоположение, чистота всё на высшем уровне. Завтраки очень вкусные, много выбора. Нет шума с улицы. Всё было уютно и комфортно, нам понравилось

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
D
Davide solo_traveller it
9
Tutto molto bello !!
Pros:

Comoda al centro storico e pulita

Cons:

Cantieri in zona

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
E
Evgenii family_with_children es
7
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
S
Sophie couple fr
10
Parfait
Pros:

Accueil, disponibilité, emplacement confort et propreté

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
M
Murodjon couple uz
10
👍
Pros:

👍

Cons:

👍

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
P
Paolo giuseppe extended_group it
8
Pros:

La posizione è ottima perchè in pochi minuti a piedi è possibile raggiungere la piazza Sultanahmet! il quartiere è tranquillo e colazione ricca con prodotti di qualità.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth family_with_children us
9
Wonderful stay in a beautiful city
Pros:

A wonderful hotel in a great location. The hotel was as described and in an area that was very close to everything but just off of the busy streets with all the restaurants and traffic. We were everywhere we wanted to be within several minutes of walking. The room was comfortable and the breakfast on the terrace every morning had everything we needed. It was fresh and we all had a good breakfast every day. The staff was friendly and always willing to help.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
C
Cléopat family_with_children fr
9
Excellent
Pros:

La gentillesse du personnel, l'emplacement, le confort et la décoration de l'hôtel. Le petit déjeuner aussi était excellent et varié

Cons:

Le ménage un peu aléatoire de la chambre

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
G
Günter family_with_children at
10
Pros:

Hotel staff extraordinarily friendly and helpful

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
L
Lydia family_with_children fr
7
Bien
Pros:

Petit dej

Cons:

Mal située

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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silviatV7547XJ Friends getaway Novara, Province of Novara, Piedmont
10
Good location, perfect service, polite staff!!!
Pros:

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Almina. The overall experience was very pleasant, with clean rooms, a comfortable atmosphere, and great attention to detail throughout the hotel.

I would especially like to highlight the receptionist, Vedat, who was extremely kind, friendly, and communicative. He made us feel welcome from the very beginning and was always ready to help with any questions or requests. His professionalism and positive attitude truly made a difference in our stay.

I highly recommend Hotel Almina to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

2026-03-20 via Tripadvisor
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Elena couple it
10
Almina Hotel, un posto consigliato!
Pros:

Posizione strategica, vicino ai posti iconici di Istanbul;colazione ricca e varia, di ottima qualità e camere pulite. Staff gentile e disponibile!

Cons:

Tutto perfetto!

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
6
640shafiqa Couples
10
Review on everything
Pros:

Hotel 8/10
Staff 10/10
Rooms 8/10
Bathroom 8/10
Location 10/10 like 5 minutes away from the centre
Cleanliness 9/10
Reasonable price, it was worth it for us tbh, we only had bed and breakfast so wasn’t too bad..
Atmosphere was ok but could be better, overall it was good for what we needed it to be 👍

2026-02-19 via Tripadvisor
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giannish2026 Couples
10
Best hotel
Pros:

Best hotel i have stayed. Beautiful rooms with nice view and delicious breakfast!!! And the people working there were very helpful and kind.

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor
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andreeadY5696DK Friends getaway
10
Very good value for money
Pros:

Great stuff, clean rooms and amazing experience

2026-02-16 via Tripadvisor
J
Jeanne family_with_children gb
10
2026-02-11 via Nuitee